FAQs about Cities of Florida

The largest cities in Florida by population within city limits are: Jacksonville, Miami, Tampa, Orlando, and St. Petersburg. But if you are looking at the largest cities in Florida by the population of the metropolitan area, the list is: Miami, Tampa, Jacksonville, Orlando, and Fort Lauderdale.
The capital of Florida is Tallahassee, located in the north part of Florida in the Florida Panhandle. Tallahassee has been the capital of Florida since the territorial days and now is home to many state government agencies, with offices located on the campus of Florida State University.
According to State & Local Government Statistics for Florida, there are over 400 cities, towns and villages. However, the majority of the municipalities in Florida have sizes ranging from a few hundred residents to several thousand residents. There are a few cities and towns with less than 100 residents.
Some of the more popular cities to visit are: Orlando, Miami, Tampa, St. Augustine, Key West, Fort Lauderdale, and Naples. In Orlando you can visit the various theme parks, in Miami and Fort Lauderdale you can visit the beautiful beaches as well as go out for nightlife, shopping, and depart on a cruise.
The best places to live in Florida vary depending on several different factors. First, the location of a person’s job is a factor. Next, a person’s budget for a home is another factor. Other things to consider when searching for the best place to live are schools and activities that provide for a person’s desired lifestyle. There are many great places to live in Florida such as Tampa, Orlando, Sarasota, Naples, Gainesville, Jacksonville, and St. Petersburg.
There are several cities in Florida on the coast of the Atlantic Ocean and the Gulf of Mexico. The major cities on the Atlantic coast include: Jacksonville, Daytona Beach, West Palm Beach, Fort Lauderdale and Miami. The major cities on the Gulf coast include: Tampa, Clearwater, St. Petersburg, Sarasota, Fort Myers and Naples.