Tampa had an estimated 413,554 residents on July 1, 2025, up 23% since 2010. Age, households, income and housing from the Census Bureau, with county figures.
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Tampa had an estimated 413,554 residents on July 1, 2025, according to the Census Bureau’s Vintage 2025 city and town population estimates. That is 28,595 more people (7.4%) than the 2020 census count of 384,959 and 77,845 more (23.2%) than the 2010 census count of 335,709. The Census Bureau’s QuickFacts page for Tampa gathers the main figures in one place.
What this means for you
- Tampa added about 8,000 people a year from 2021 to 2023; growth has nearly stalled since.
- It is a young city: the median age is 35.9, and 45.7% of adults 25 and older have a bachelor’s degree, well above the county.
- Half of Tampa households rent, and homes cost more than the county median.
Growth since 2010
| Year | Population | Source |
|---|---|---|
| 2010 | 335,709 | 2010 census |
| 2020 | 384,959 | 2020 census |
| 2021 | 393,838 | Vintage 2025 estimate |
| 2022 | 402,378 | Vintage 2025 estimate |
| 2023 | 410,079 | Vintage 2025 estimate |
| 2024 | 412,981 | Vintage 2025 estimate |
| 2025 | 413,554 | Vintage 2025 estimate |
Estimates are for July 1 of each year and are revised each spring, so the series above can change next year.
People, households and housing
From the Census Bureau’s 2020-2024 American Community Survey five-year estimates, the demographic, social, economic and housing profiles:
| Measure | Tampa | Hillsborough County |
|---|---|---|
| Median age | 35.9 | 37.9 |
| Residents 65 and older | 13.7% | 15.0% |
| Households | 166,278 | 583,192 |
| Average household size | 2.31 | 2.56 |
| Owner-occupied homes | 50.3% | 61.5% |
| Median household income | $75,475 | $79,540 |
| Median value, owner-occupied home | $420,400 | $371,500 |
| Median gross rent | $1,701 | $1,667 |
| Adults 25+ with a bachelor’s degree or higher | 45.7% | 38.1% |
American Community Survey figures are estimates from a sample, averaged over five years, and carry a margin of error.
Tampa, the county and the neighbors
Tampa is the largest city in Hillsborough County, with about 26% of the county’s 1,574,115 estimated residents in 2025. The county grew 18.8% between the 2010 and 2020 censuses, faster than the city’s 14.7%, and 7.8% from 2020 to 2025, about the same pace as Tampa.
Most of Tampa’s close neighbors are unincorporated communities that the Census Bureau counts as census-designated places. Their 2020 census counts and 2020-2024 ACS median household incomes:
| Place | Distance | 2020 census | Median household income |
|---|---|---|---|
| Egypt Lake-Leto | about 4 miles | 36,644 | $54,032 |
| Palm River-Clair Mel | about 7 miles | 26,142 | $71,787 |
| Carrollwood | about 7 miles | 34,352 | $81,959 |
| Town ‘n’ Country | about 7 miles | 85,951 | $73,538 |
| East Lake-Orient Park | about 7 miles | 28,050 | $56,573 |
| Lake Magdalene | about 8 miles | 30,742 | $75,594 |
| University | about 8 miles | 50,893 | $37,207 |
| Temple Terrace (city) | about 8 miles | 26,690 | $69,252 |
Distances are from the center of Tampa. Across Tampa Bay, St. Petersburg had an estimated 264,033 residents and Clearwater 114,364 in 2025.
What this means for you
- For a single “Tampa population” number, use the latest estimate: 413,554.
- For planning or grant applications, the 2020 census count, 384,959, is the official benchmark.
- Income and housing figures are five-year averages; they lag today’s prices. See Tampa home prices for current values.
Related: schools guide, moving to Tampa and history and landmarks.
Frequently asked questions
What is the population of Tampa?
413,554 on July 1, 2025, according to the Census Bureau’s latest estimate. The 2020 census counted 384,959 people in the city.
How fast is Tampa growing?
Tampa grew 14.7% between the 2010 and 2020 censuses, from 335,709 to 384,959, and has added about 28,600 people since 2020. Growth slowed to about 570 people from 2024 to 2025.
What is the median household income in Tampa?
$75,475 in the Census Bureau’s 2020-2024 American Community Survey, compared with $79,540 for Hillsborough County.
What is the median age in Tampa?
35.9 years, according to the 2020-2024 American Community Survey, two years younger than the county’s 37.9.
Is Tampa the largest city in Hillsborough County?
Yes. Its 413,554 estimated residents are about 26% of the county’s 1,574,115. The next-largest incorporated cities are Plant City at 44,118 and Temple Terrace at 27,075.
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