Daytona Beach Population 2026
Daytona Beach has a population of 72,647, making it the #523 biggest city in 🇺🇸 United States, located in Florida. It is about 121× smaller than New York City, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
72,647
Rank in United States
#523
Coordinates
29.21°N, 81.02°W
~4 m elevation · America/New_York
Distance to capital (Washington)
1,137 km
706 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 Daytona Beach
- Port Orange59,866 people · ~8 km away
- Ormond Beach40,970 people · ~9 km away
- DeLand30,195 people · ~34 km away
- Deltona88,474 people · ~42 km away
- Palm Coast82,893 people · ~45 km away
- Sanford58,111 people · ~52 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Daytona Beach?
Daytona Beach has a population of 72,647 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #523 biggest city in United States.
What state is Daytona Beach in?
Daytona Beach is located in Florida, United States.
Is Daytona Beach the capital of United States?
No, the capital of United States is Washington D.C., about 1,137 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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