Palm Bay Population 2026
Palm Bay has a population of 119,760, making it the #246 biggest city in 🇺🇸 United States, located in Florida. It is about 74× smaller than New York City, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
119,760
Rank in United States
#246
Coordinates
28.03°N, 80.59°W
~5 m elevation · America/New_York
Distance to capital (Washington)
1,251 km
777 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 Palm Bay
- Melbourne84,678 people · ~6 km away
- Sebastian24,007 people · ~27 km away
- Merritt Island34,743 people · ~37 km away
- Rockledge24,926 people · ~38 km away
- Vero Beach16,358 people · ~48 km away
- Vero Beach South23,092 people · ~50 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Palm Bay?
Palm Bay has a population of 119,760 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #246 biggest city in United States.
What state is Palm Bay in?
Palm Bay is located in Florida, United States.
Is Palm Bay the capital of United States?
No, the capital of United States is Washington D.C., about 1,251 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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