St. Petersburg Population 2026
St. Petersburg has a population of 257,083, making it the #84 biggest city in 🇺🇸 United States, located in Florida. Roughly 0.1% of United States's population lives here. It is about 34× smaller than New York City, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
257,083
Rank in United States
#84
Coordinates
27.77°N, 82.68°W
~13 m elevation · America/New_York
Distance to capital (Washington)
1,343 km
834 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 |
| Hialeah | 237,069 | #93 |
| Tallahassee | 201,731 | #121 |
| Fort Lauderdale | 183,146 | #142 |
| Cape Coral | 175,229 | #153 |
Cities near St. Petersburg
- Pinellas Park51,617 people · ~8 km away
- Largo81,000 people · ~19 km away
- Clearwater117,292 people · ~25 km away
- Town 'n' Country78,442 people · ~28 km away
- Tampa414,547 people · ~29 km away
- Bradenton54,437 people · ~32 km away
FAQ
What is the population of St. Petersburg?
St. Petersburg has a population of 257,083 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #84 biggest city in United States.
What state is St. Petersburg in?
St. Petersburg is located in Florida, United States.
Is St. Petersburg the capital of United States?
No, the capital of United States is Washington D.C., about 1,343 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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