Melbourne Population 2026
Melbourne has a population of 84,678, making it the #422 biggest city in 🇺🇸 United States, located in Florida. It is about 104× smaller than New York City, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
84,678
Rank in United States
#422
Coordinates
28.08°N, 80.61°W
~6 m elevation · America/New_York
Distance to capital (Washington)
1,247 km
774 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 Melbourne
- Palm Bay119,760 people · ~6 km away
- Merritt Island34,743 people · ~32 km away
- Rockledge24,926 people · ~32 km away
- Sebastian24,007 people · ~33 km away
- Vero Beach16,358 people · ~54 km away
- Vero Beach South23,092 people · ~55 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Melbourne?
Melbourne has a population of 84,678 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #422 biggest city in United States.
What state is Melbourne in?
Melbourne is located in Florida, United States.
Is Melbourne the capital of United States?
No, the capital of United States is Washington D.C., about 1,247 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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