Tallahassee Population 2026
Tallahassee has a population of 201,731, making it the #121 biggest city in 🇺🇸 United States, located in Florida. Roughly 0.1% of United States's population lives here. It is about 44× smaller than New York City, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
201,731
Rank in United States
#121
Coordinates
30.44°N, 84.28°W
~62 m elevation · America/New_York
Distance to capital (Washington)
1,149 km
714 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 |
| Fort Lauderdale | 183,146 | #142 |
| Cape Coral | 175,229 | #153 |
Cities near Tallahassee
- Thomasville18,742 people · ~53 km away
- Valdosta55,724 people · ~105 km away
- Albany74,843 people · ~127 km away
- Lynn Haven20,156 people · ~133 km away
- Tifton16,725 people · ~135 km away
- Panama City38,286 people · ~136 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Tallahassee?
Tallahassee has a population of 201,731 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #121 biggest city in United States.
What state is Tallahassee in?
Tallahassee is located in Florida, United States.
Is Tallahassee the capital of United States?
No, the capital of United States is Washington D.C., about 1,149 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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