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Population Review

Tampa, Florida Population 2026

Updated April 2026 · US Census ACS 2023 5-Year Estimates

The population of Tampa, Florida is 393,389 as of the 2023 American Community Survey, making it the 51st-largest city in the United States and the 3rd-largest in Florida. The median household income is $71,302, the median home value is $375,300, and the median age is 35.6.

The population has grown 23.0% since 2010 (337,053 → 414,547).

393,389

Population

3436

People / sq mi

$71,302

Median Income

$375,300

Median Home Value

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Tampa covers 114.5 sq mi of land at 3436 people per square mile.

About Tampa, FL

Homeownership is the standout figure in Tampa: 50.2% of homes are owner-occupied, lower than the national rate. Tampa is a city in Florida with a population of 393,389. That makes it one of the ten largest cities in Florida in the country, at #3 by population.

Median household income is $71,302, below the US median of $78,538. The poverty rate is 11.6%, below the national 12.4%. Homes carry a median value of $375,300, with typical rent around $1,567.

About 44.6% of adults 25 and older have a bachelor’s degree, above the 35.0% national figure. Remote work is on the higher side at 19.3%, above the national 14.0%, and the average commute runs about 25 minutes each way.

Tampa city Population History (2010-2024)

The city of Tampa city had a population of 337,053 in 2010 and 414,547 in 2024, a 23.0% growth over 14 years. The peak was 414,547 in 2024. Average annual growth rate: 1.50%.

2024 · 415K20102024
Tampa city population, 2010–2024 · Source: U.S. Census Bureau — decennial census & Population Estimates

414,547

Population (2024)

337,053

Population (2010)

414,547

Peak (2024)

1.50%

Avg Annual Growth

YearPopulation
2010337,053
2011342,589
2012348,090
2013355,172
2014362,664
2015371,464
2016380,344
2017391,026
2018397,232
2019399,700
2020388,564
2021393,609
2022401,611
2023409,742
2024414,547

Race & Ethnicity

White51.8%
Black or African American21.3%
Asian0.0%
Hispanic or Latino (any race)1.2%
Two or More Races0.1%

Economy & Income

$71,302

Median Household Income

$49,513

Per Capita Income

11.6%

Poverty Rate

3.1%

Unemployment Rate

Housing

$375,300

Median Home Value

$1,567

Median Rent

50.2%

Owner-Occupied

Education

89.8%

High School+

44.6%

Bachelor's+

Commute

1.3%

Drive Alone

66.1%

Public Transit

19.3%

Work From Home

24.7 min

Avg Commute

Community Profile

35.5%

Foreign Born

71.8%

Non-English at Home

6.1%

Veterans

11.9%

With Disability

89.0%

Health Insurance

96.6%

Internet Access

Employment by Industry

Professional, Scientific & Management21.2%
Finance, Insurance & Real Estate17.9%
Information11.7%
Education, Health Care & Social Services10.9%
Construction7.3%
Retail Trade4.9%
Manufacturing4.8%
Arts, Entertainment & Food Services4.3%
Public Administration3.0%
Transportation & Warehousing1.7%
Agriculture & Mining0.5%

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Common questions about Tampa, FL

Frequently Asked Questions

Tampa, Florida has a population of 393,389 according to the US Census Bureau's 2023 American Community Survey 5-year estimates, making it the 51st-largest city in the United States and the 3rd-largest in Florida.

The median household income in Tampa, Florida is $71,302, with 11.6% of residents living below the federal poverty level.

The median home value in Tampa, Florida is $375,300, with median monthly rent at $1,567 and a homeownership rate of 50.2%.

The median age in Tampa, Florida is 35.6 years. The population is 50.2% male and 49.8% female.

The population has grown 23.0% since 2010 (337,053 → 414,547).


Tampa city, FL Climate

Tampa city, FL has an average annual temperature of 22.7°C (73°F) and receives about 1267 mm of precipitation per year. The warmest month is July and the coldest is January. Figures are 1970–2000 climate normals.

22.7°C

Avg Temp

1267

Precip (mm/yr)

Jul

Hottest Month

Jan

Coldest Month

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Avg temp (°C) Precipitation (mm)
Tampa city, FL — monthly temperature & precipitation (1970–2000 normals) · Source: WorldClim 2.1
MonthAvg (°C/°F)Precip
January16° / 61°69 mm
February17° / 62°80 mm
March20° / 67°91 mm
April22° / 72°47 mm
May25° / 78°87 mm
June28° / 82°166 mm
July28° / 83°181 mm
August28° / 83°200 mm
September27° / 81°166 mm
October24° / 75°63 mm
November20° / 69°54 mm
December17° / 63°63 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 Tampa city, FL

The most comfortable months to visit Tampa 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 10°C low). August is usually the wettest month.

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Data from the American Community Survey (ACS) 5-Year estimates.

Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS, 2026.