Sarasota, Florida
Sarasota: The most populous city in Sarasota County, Florida.
About
Sarasota is a city located in the county of Sarasota in the U.S. state of Florida. Its population at the 2010 census was 51,917 and a population density of 795 people per km². After 10 years in 2020 city had an estimated population of 58,859 inhabitants.
The city was created 263 years ago in 1762.
Quick Facts about Sarasota
| Population | 58,859 (2020) |
| Country | United States of America |
| State | Florida (United States) |
| County | Sarasota County |
| Postal code | 34276–34278, 34230–34243, 34260 |
| Phone Area Codes | 941 |
| Area | 65.31 km2 |
| Official name | Sarasota |
| Latitude & Longitude | 27.3364,-82.5307 |
| Altitude | 23 feet / 7 meters |
| Capital city | Sarasota is capital of Sarasota County |
| Establishment | January 01, 1763 (263 years ago) |
| Time Zone | Eastern Time Zone |
| Local time | 20:37:00 (22nd April 2026) |
| Density | 901 Pop. per km² as of 2020 |
| Population growth | 11.79% (2010-2020) |
| Weather | 83℉ Mostly Sunny 7-days weather |
Geography
Sarasota is located at 27°20'11"N 82°31'50"W (27.3364300, -82.5306500).
Sarasota map
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Weather
Mostly sunny, with a high near 83. East southeast wind around 9 mph.
7-Day ForecastOfficial website of Sarasota
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Demographics
The population of Sarasota increased by 11.79% in 10 years.
| Year | Population | % Change | Method |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2010 | 51,917 | - | census |
| 2011 | 52,527 | 1.16% | estimation process |
| 2012 | 52,954 | 0.81% | estimation process |
| 2013 | 53,149 | 0.37% | estimation process |
| 2014 | 54,015 | 1.6% | estimation process |
| 2015 | 54,956 | 1.71% | estimation process |
| 2016 | 56,440 | 2.63% | estimation process |
| 2017 | 57,185 | 1.3% | estimation process |
| 2018 | 57,746 | 0.97% | estimation process |
| 2019 | 58,285 | 0.92% | estimation process |
| 2020 | 58,859 | 0.98% | estimation process |
Best Things to Do in Sarasota
1Mote Marine Laboratory & Aquarium
1600 Ken Thompson Pkwy, Sarasota, FL 34236, United States View details
Phone: +19413884441 | Website available
2The John and Mable Ringling Museum of Art
5401 Bay Shore Rd, Sarasota, FL 34243, United States View details
Phone: +19413595700 | Website available
3Myakka River State Park
13208 State Rd 72, Sarasota, FL 34241, United States View details
Phone: +19413616511 | Website available
4Marie Selby Botanical Gardens Downtown Sarasota campus
1534 Mound St, Sarasota, FL 34236, United States View details
Phone: +19413665731 | Website available
5Bayfront Park
5 Bayfront Dr, Sarasota, FL 34236, United States View details
Phone: +19412636386 | Website available
Where to Eat in Sarasota
1Sarasota Square
8201 S Tamiami Trail, Sarasota, FL 34238, United States View details
Phone: +19419229609 | Website available
2Miller's Ale House
3800 Kenny Dr, Sarasota, FL 34232, United States View details
Phone: +19413788888 | Website available
3The Cheesecake Factory
130 University Town Center Dr, Sarasota, FL 34243, United States View details
Phone: +19412563760 | Website available
4Blaze Pizza
215 N Cattlemen Rd, Sarasota, FL 34243, United States View details
Phone: +19412132178 | Website available
5Livingston's Amusement’s
5947 Clark Center Ave, Sarasota, FL 34238, United States View details
Phone: +19419257665 | Website available
Where to Stay in Sarasota
1Sun Outdoors Sarasota
7125 Fruitville Rd, Sarasota, FL 34240, United States View details
Phone: +19413712505 | Website available
2The Ritz-Carlton, Sarasota
1111 Ritz Carlton Dr, Sarasota, FL 34236, United States View details
Phone: +19413092000 | Website available
3Hyatt Regency Sarasota
1000 Boulevard of the Arts, Sarasota, FL 34236, United States View details
Phone: +19419531234 | Website available
4Best Western Plus Siesta Key Gateway
6600 S Tamiami Trail, Sarasota, FL 34231, United States View details
Phone: +19419244900 | Website available
5Ramada by Wyndham Sarasota Waterfront
7150 N Tamiami Trail, Sarasota, FL 34243, United States View details
Phone: +19412036439 | Website available
Services and Civic Places in Sarasota
1Sarasota City Hall
1565 1st St, Sarasota, FL 34236 View details
Phone: +19412636000 | Website available
2The School Board of Sarasota County
1960 Landings Blvd, Sarasota, FL 34231, United States View details
Phone: +19419279000 | Website available
3Vocational Rehabilitation
3660 N Washington Blvd #216, Sarasota, FL 34234, United States View details
Phone: +19413595670 | Website available
4Code Compliance
1565 1st St #2, Sarasota, FL 34236 View details
Phone: +19412636417 | Website available
5US Veterans Affairs Department
4801 Swift Rd # A, Sarasota, FL 34231, United States View details
Phone: +19419278285 | Website available
6Sarasota City Commission
1565 1st St, Sarasota, FL 34236 View details
Phone: +19412636412 | Website available
7Town Hall Lectures Series
Sarasota, FL 34231 View details
Phone: +19419251343
8Town Hall
4209 S Tamiami Trail # 4231, Sarasota, FL 34231 View details
Phone: +19419215849
9Sarasota Meeting house
3139 57th St, Sarasota, FL 34243 View details
10USDA Sterile Insect Release Facility
1833-B, 57th St, Sarasota, FL 34243, United States View details
Phone: +19413593281 | Website available
People born in Sarasota (101)
People born in Sarasota, including Playboy model Shawn Dillon, actress Ashley Rickards, actress Carla Gugino, .
More notable people
- Bruce Hayes (American swimmer, Olympic gold medalist, former world record-holder) he was born in 08/03/1963
- Stephen Root (American actor and voice actor) he was born in 17/11/1951
- Wes Matthews (American basketball player (1959-)) he was born in 24/08/1959
- Trick Daddy (American rapper and actor from Florida) he was born in 23/09/1974
- Tripp Schwenk (American swimmer) he was born in 17/06/1971
- Daniel Myrick (American film director, screenwriter and film producer) he was born in 03/09/1963
- Rill Baxter (US tennis player) he was born in 26/10/1962
- Jordan Orr (American actor) he was born in 05/01/1995
- Brittany Beede (American professional wrestler) she was born in 31/12/1984
- Robert Sweeting (American bicycle racer) he was born in 05/06/1987
- Nik Wallenda (American acrobat, aerialist, daredevil, and high wire artist) he was born in 24/01/1979
- Jeremy Barrett (figure skater) he was born in 10/04/1984
- Bobby Seay (baseball player) he was born in 20/06/1978
- Bello Nock (clown) he was born in 27/09/1968
- Casey Kelly (American baseball player) he was born in 04/10/1989
- Ian Desmond (American baseball player) he was born in 20/09/1985
- Jeff Marsh (American composer) he was born in 30/06/1961
- Justin Hamilton (American basketball player (1980-)) he was born in 19/12/1980
Nearby Schools and Colleges
Schools and campuses linked to Sarasota, FL. Select a name to open its map and contact details.
| Code | Name | City | ZIP |
|---|---|---|---|
| 136774 | Ringling College of Art and Design | Sarasota (FL) | 34234-5895 |
| 439394 | East West College of Natural Medicine | Sarasota (FL) | 34234-0000 |
| 137120 | Suncoast Technical College | Sarasota (FL) | 34233-1798 |
| 262129 | New College of Florida | Sarasota (FL) | 34243-2109 |
| 406149 | Sarasota School of Massage Therapy | Sarasota (FL) | 34243-6130 |
Nearby Transit Stations (11)
Rail and bus stations connected to Sarasota, FL. Select a station to open its map and address details.
| Code | Name | Address | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| SRA | Sarasota, Florida | 1993 Main Street | BUS |
| BDT | Bradenton, Florida | 1115 Manatee Avenue West | BUS |
| STP | St Petersburg-Pinellas Park-Clearwater, Florida | 5251 110th Avenue North | BUS |
| PCH | Port Charlotte, Florida | 909 King Highway | BUS |
| TPA | Union Station | 601 North Nebraska Ave | RAIL |
Closest post offices linked to Sarasota.
| Post Office Name | City | ZIP |
|---|---|---|
| Sarasota Post Office | Sarasota (FL) | 34230 |
| Glengarry Post Office | Sarasota (FL) | 34232 |
| Southga Post Office | Sarasota (FL) | 34239 |
| Gulf Ga Post Office | Sarasota (FL) | 34231 |
| Talleva Post Office | Tallevast (FL) | 34270 |
Other cities in Sarasota County
Cities, towns, neighborhoods & other populated places in Sarasota County , FL. (more)
| City Name | Population | Title |
|---|---|---|
| North Port | 73,738 | A city in Sarasota County, Florida. |
| Venice | 24,634 | City in Sarasota County, Florida, United States |
| Sarasota Springs | 14,395 | Census-designated place in Sarasota County, Florida |
| South Venice | 13,949 | Census-designated place in Sarasota County, Florida |
| Fruitville | 13,224 | Census-designated place in Sarasota County, Florida |
| Gulf Gate Estates | 10,911 | Census-designated place in Sarasota County, Florida |
| Bee Ridge | 9,598 | Census designated place |
| Venice Gardens | 7,104 | Census-designated place in Sarasota County, Florida |
| North Sarasota | 6,982 | Census-designated place in Sarasota County, Florida |
| Siesta Key | 6,565 | Census-designated place in Sarasota County, Florida |
| Osprey | 6,100 | Census-designated place in Sarasota County, Florida |
| South Gate Ridge | 5,688 | Census-designated place in Sarasota County, Florida |
| Warm Mineral Springs | 5,061 | Census-designated place in Sarasota County, Florida |
| South Sarasota | 4,950 | Census-designated place in Sarasota County, Florida |
| Ridge Wood Heights | 4,795 | Census-designated place in Sarasota County, Florida |
| Vamo | 4,727 | Census-designated place in Sarasota County, Florida |
Distance to Other Cities
Sarasota distances to largest Florida cities