Fort Lauderdale Population 2026
Fort Lauderdale has a population of 183,146, making it the #142 biggest city in 🇺🇸 United States, located in Florida. Roughly 0.1% of United States's population lives here. It is about 48× smaller than New York City, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
183,146
Rank in United States
#142
Coordinates
26.12°N, 80.14°W
~1 m elevation · America/New_York
Distance to capital (Washington)
1,450 km
900 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 |
| Cape Coral | 175,229 | #153 |
Cities near Fort Lauderdale
- Hollywood149,728 people · ~12 km away
- Pembroke Pines166,611 people · ~16 km away
- Miramar137,132 people · ~17 km away
- Coral Springs129,485 people · ~21 km away
- Miami Gardens113,187 people · ~22 km away
- Boca Raton93,235 people · ~27 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Fort Lauderdale?
Fort Lauderdale has a population of 183,146 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #142 biggest city in United States.
What state is Fort Lauderdale in?
Fort Lauderdale is located in Florida, United States.
Is Fort Lauderdale the capital of United States?
No, the capital of United States is Washington D.C., about 1,450 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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