Bradenton, Florida Population 2026
Updated April 2026 · US Census ACS 2023 5-Year Estimates
The population of Bradenton, Florida is 56,289 as of the 2023 American Community Survey, making it the 70th-largest city in Florida. The median household income is $60,964, the median home value is $282,500, and the median age is 45.5.
The population has grown 18.0% since 2010 (49,310 → 58,184).
56,289
Population
3924
People / sq mi
$60,964
Median Income
$282,500
Median Home Value
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Bradenton covers 14.3 sq mi of land at 3924 people per square mile.
About Bradenton, FL
Bradenton skews on age — the median resident is 45.5, older than the national median. With 56,289 residents, Bradenton is a city in Florida.
The typical household earns $60,964, below the US median of $78,538. Poverty runs at 10.1%, below the national 12.4%. Median home value is $282,500, with typical rent around $1,475.
Roughly 27.7% of adults have a bachelor’s, below the national 35.0%. Remote work is below the national 14.0% at 10.3%, and the average commute runs about 25 minutes each way.
The age structure shapes everything downstream in Bradenton — from housing demand to the mix of working-age earners reflected in the income figures above.
Bradenton city Population History (2010-2024)
The city of Bradenton city had a population of 49,310 in 2010 and 58,184 in 2024, a 18.0% growth over 14 years. The peak was 59,439 in 2019. Average annual growth rate: 1.21%.
58,184
Population (2024)
49,310
Population (2010)
59,439
Peak (2019)
1.21%
Avg Annual Growth
| Year | Population |
|---|---|
| 2010 | 49,310 |
| 2011 | 49,642 |
| 2012 | 50,207 |
| 2013 | 51,175 |
| 2014 | 52,253 |
| 2015 | 53,838 |
| 2016 | 55,048 |
| 2017 | 56,686 |
| 2018 | 57,601 |
| 2019 | 59,439 |
| 2020 | 55,815 |
| 2021 | 56,354 |
| 2022 | 57,185 |
| 2023 | 57,500 |
| 2024 | 58,184 |
Race & Ethnicity
| White | 69.0% |
| Black or African American | 13.5% |
| Asian | 0.0% |
| Hispanic or Latino (any race) | 1.2% |
| Two or More Races | 0.0% |
Economy & Income
$60,964
Median Household Income
$35,024
Per Capita Income
10.1%
Poverty Rate
3.8%
Unemployment Rate
Housing
$282,500
Median Home Value
$1,475
Median Rent
57.6%
Owner-Occupied
Education
88.7%
High School+
27.7%
Bachelor's+
Commute
0.8%
Drive Alone
72.0%
Public Transit
10.3%
Work From Home
25.0 min
Avg Commute
Community Profile
47.3%
Foreign Born
78.8%
Non-English at Home
8.4%
Veterans
16.1%
With Disability
85.2%
Health Insurance
94.8%
Internet Access
Employment by Industry
| Professional, Scientific & Management | 23.8% |
| Finance, Insurance & Real Estate | 13.9% |
| Education, Health Care & Social Services | 10.7% |
| Construction | 9.3% |
| Retail Trade | 5.6% |
| Information | 5.6% |
| Arts, Entertainment & Food Services | 4.9% |
| Manufacturing | 4.1% |
| Public Administration | 3.9% |
| Transportation & Warehousing | 0.9% |
| Agriculture & Mining | 0.8% |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Bradenton, Florida has a population of 56,289 according to the US Census Bureau's 2023 American Community Survey 5-year estimates, making it the 70th-largest city in Florida.
The median household income in Bradenton, Florida is $60,964, with 10.1% of residents living below the federal poverty level.
The median home value in Bradenton, Florida is $282,500, with median monthly rent at $1,475 and a homeownership rate of 57.6%.
The median age in Bradenton, Florida is 45.5 years. The population is 46.8% male and 53.2% female.
The population has grown 18.0% since 2010 (49,310 → 58,184).
Bradenton city, FL Climate
Bradenton city, FL has an average annual temperature of 22.9°C (73°F) and receives about 1287 mm of precipitation per year. The warmest month is July and the coldest is January. Figures are 1970–2000 climate normals.
22.9°C
Avg Temp
1287
Precip (mm/yr)
Jul
Hottest Month
Jan
Coldest Month
| Month | Avg (°C/°F) | Precip |
|---|---|---|
| January | 17° / 62° | 61 mm |
| February | 17° / 63° | 78 mm |
| March | 20° / 68° | 86 mm |
| April | 22° / 72° | 38 mm |
| May | 25° / 78° | 79 mm |
| June | 27° / 81° | 178 mm |
| July | 28° / 83° | 188 mm |
| August | 28° / 83° | 220 mm |
| September | 27° / 81° | 183 mm |
| October | 24° / 76° | 63 mm |
| November | 21° / 69° | 55 mm |
| December | 18° / 64° | 58 mm |
1970–2000 normals from WorldClim 2.1 (~9 km grid). Precipitation can be less precise near mountains or coastlines, where rainfall varies sharply over short distances.
Best time to visit Bradenton city, FL
The most comfortable months to visit Bradenton city, FL are typically November, April and March, when temperatures are mildest and rainfall is relatively low. The hottest month is July (around 33°C high). The coldest is January (near 11°C low). August is usually the wettest month.
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Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS, 2026.