Sanford Population 2026
Sanford has a population of 58,111, making it the #722 biggest city in 🇺🇸 United States, located in Florida. It is about 152× smaller than New York City, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
58,111
Rank in United States
#722
Coordinates
28.80°N, 81.27°W
~9 m elevation · America/New_York
Distance to capital (Washington)
1,188 km
738 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Florida
| City | Population | Rank in United States |
|---|---|---|
| Jacksonville | 1,009,833 | #10 |
| Miami | 487,014 | #37 |
| Tampa | 414,547 | #46 |
| Orlando | 334,854 | #57 |
| St. Petersburg | 257,083 | #84 |
| Hialeah | 237,069 | #93 |
| Tallahassee | 201,731 | #121 |
| Fort Lauderdale | 183,146 | #142 |
Cities near Sanford
- Deltona88,474 people · ~11 km away
- Winter Springs34,789 people · ~12 km away
- Casselberry27,056 people · ~15 km away
- Oviedo38,551 people · ~16 km away
- Altamonte Springs43,159 people · ~18 km away
- DeLand30,195 people · ~25 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Sanford?
Sanford has a population of 58,111 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #722 biggest city in United States.
What state is Sanford in?
Sanford is located in Florida, United States.
Is Sanford the capital of United States?
No, the capital of United States is Washington D.C., about 1,188 km away.
Sources & notes
Population refers to the city proper (municipal boundaries), not the metropolitan area. Source: GeoNames (CC BY 4.0), retrieved 2026-07-07. Country data: UN World Population Prospects 2024.
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