St. Petersburg, Florida Population 2026
Updated April 2026 · US Census ACS 2023 5-Year Estimates
The population of St. Petersburg, Florida is 260,646 as of the 2023 American Community Survey, making it the 87th-largest city in the United States and the 5th-largest in Florida. The median household income is $73,118, the median home value is $331,500, and the median age is 43.1.
The population has grown 8.9% since 2010 (245,222 → 267,102).
260,646
Population
4217
People / sq mi
$73,118
Median Income
$331,500
Median Home Value
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St. Petersburg covers 61.8 sq mi of land at 4217 people per square mile.
About St. Petersburg, FL
St. Petersburg is distinguished by its share of foreign-born residents, 46.7% of the population. St. Petersburg is a city in Florida with a population of 260,646. It is the #5-largest of all cities in Florida nationally.
Household earnings are middling, with a median of $73,118 — below the US median of $78,538. Poverty runs at 7.3%, below the national 12.4%. The typical home is valued at $331,500, with typical rent around $1,542.
Roughly 41.3% of adults have a bachelor’s, above the national 35.0%. About 18.3% of workers primarily work from home, above the national 14.0%, and the average commute runs about 25 minutes each way.
The large foreign-born share is a defining thread in St. Petersburg, shaping language, household composition, and the labor force behind the economic figures above.
St. Petersburg city Population History (2010-2024)
The city of St. Petersburg city had a population of 245,222 in 2010 and 267,102 in 2024, a 8.9% growth over 14 years. The peak was 267,102 in 2024. Average annual growth rate: 0.62%.
267,102
Population (2024)
245,222
Population (2010)
267,102
Peak (2024)
0.62%
Avg Annual Growth
| Year | Population |
|---|---|
| 2010 | 245,222 |
| 2011 | 245,871 |
| 2012 | 246,656 |
| 2013 | 248,453 |
| 2014 | 252,225 |
| 2015 | 255,041 |
| 2016 | 259,266 |
| 2017 | 262,588 |
| 2018 | 264,466 |
| 2019 | 265,351 |
| 2020 | 259,271 |
| 2021 | 259,598 |
| 2022 | 262,502 |
| 2023 | 265,083 |
| 2024 | 267,102 |
Race & Ethnicity
| White | 66.2% |
| Black or African American | 19.4% |
| Asian | 0.0% |
| Hispanic or Latino (any race) | 1.2% |
| Two or More Races | 0.0% |
Economy & Income
$73,118
Median Household Income
$49,823
Per Capita Income
7.3%
Poverty Rate
3.2%
Unemployment Rate
Housing
$331,500
Median Home Value
$1,542
Median Rent
63.0%
Owner-Occupied
Education
93.7%
High School+
41.3%
Bachelor's+
Commute
1.7%
Drive Alone
67.4%
Public Transit
18.3%
Work From Home
25.4 min
Avg Commute
Community Profile
46.7%
Foreign Born
87.1%
Non-English at Home
7.6%
Veterans
12.9%
With Disability
89.5%
Health Insurance
96.0%
Internet Access
Employment by Industry
| Professional, Scientific & Management | 23.0% |
| Finance, Insurance & Real Estate | 16.1% |
| Education, Health Care & Social Services | 11.1% |
| Information | 9.7% |
| Manufacturing | 7.1% |
| Construction | 4.9% |
| Arts, Entertainment & Food Services | 4.5% |
| Retail Trade | 4.1% |
| Public Administration | 3.9% |
| Transportation & Warehousing | 2.0% |
| Agriculture & Mining | 0.3% |
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Common questions about St. Petersburg, FL
Frequently Asked Questions
St. Petersburg, Florida has a population of 260,646 according to the US Census Bureau's 2023 American Community Survey 5-year estimates, making it the 87th-largest city in the United States and the 5th-largest in Florida.
The median household income in St. Petersburg, Florida is $73,118, with 7.3% of residents living below the federal poverty level.
The median home value in St. Petersburg, Florida is $331,500, with median monthly rent at $1,542 and a homeownership rate of 63.0%.
The median age in St. Petersburg, Florida is 43.1 years. The population is 48.0% male and 52.0% female.
The population has grown 8.9% since 2010 (245,222 → 267,102).
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Data from the American Community Survey (ACS) 5-Year estimates.
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS, 2026.