Tampa Population 2026
Tampa has a population of 414,547, making it the #46 biggest city in 🇺🇸 United States, located in Florida. Roughly 0.1% of United States's population lives here. It is about 21× smaller than New York City, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
414,547
Rank in United States
#46
Coordinates
27.95°N, 82.46°W
~1 m elevation · America/New_York
Distance to capital (Washington)
1,317 km
818 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Florida
| City | Population | Rank in United States |
|---|---|---|
| Jacksonville | 1,009,833 | #10 |
| Miami | 487,014 | #37 |
| Orlando | 334,854 | #57 |
| St. Petersburg | 257,083 | #84 |
| Hialeah | 237,069 | #93 |
| Tallahassee | 201,731 | #121 |
| Fort Lauderdale | 183,146 | #142 |
| Cape Coral | 175,229 | #153 |
Cities near Tampa
- Town 'n' Country78,442 people · ~14 km away
- University41,163 people · ~14 km away
- Riverview71,050 people · ~16 km away
- Brandon103,483 people · ~17 km away
- Pinellas Park51,617 people · ~26 km away
- St. Petersburg257,083 people · ~29 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Tampa?
Tampa has a population of 414,547 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #46 biggest city in United States.
What state is Tampa in?
Tampa is located in Florida, United States.
Is Tampa the capital of United States?
No, the capital of United States is Washington D.C., about 1,317 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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