Fort Pierce Population 2026
Fort Pierce has a population of 44,484, making it the #985 biggest city in 🇺🇸 United States, located in Florida. It is about 198× smaller than New York City, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
44,484
Rank in United States
#985
Coordinates
27.45°N, 80.33°W
~5 m elevation · America/New_York
Distance to capital (Washington)
1,309 km
813 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 Fort Pierce
- Florida Ridge18,164 people · ~16 km away
- Port Saint Lucie164,603 people · ~17 km away
- Vero Beach South23,092 people · ~21 km away
- Vero Beach16,358 people · ~22 km away
- Stuart16,462 people · ~29 km away
- Palm City23,120 people · ~32 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Fort Pierce?
Fort Pierce has a population of 44,484 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #985 biggest city in United States.
What state is Fort Pierce in?
Fort Pierce is located in Florida, United States.
Is Fort Pierce the capital of United States?
No, the capital of United States is Washington D.C., about 1,309 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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