Sarasota
City in Sarasota County, Florida
Sarasota is a city in Sarasota County, Florida, with 54,842 residents (2020 Census). It sits at 23 ft (7 m) above sea level. The nearest town is North Sarasota, 1.8 miles NE.
- 54,842residents (2020 Census)
- 23 ftelevation · 7 m
- 14.7 sq miland area · 38.1 km²
- 3,730 / sq mipopulation density
- 34236main ZIP code (4 in total)
About Sarasota
Sarasota () is a city in and the county seat of Sarasota County, Florida, United States. It is located in Southwest Florida on Sarasota Bay, a lagoon on the Gulf Coast. The population was 54,842 at the 2020 census. The two-county Sarasota metropolitan area has an estimated 935,000 residents, making it the fifth-largest metropolitan area in Florida and 61st-largest in the United States.
The Sarasota area was explored by the Spanish in the 16th century, and was settled by American William Henry Whitaker in the mid-19th century. Sarasota's development accelerated in the late 19th and early 20th centuries, particularly with the influence of Bertha Honore Palmer and the Ringling family as the home of Ringling Bros. and Barnum & Bailey Circus. The city's economy is based on tourism, healthcare, education, and real estate. Its cultural attractions include the John and Mable Ringling Museum of Art, Sarasota Opera, and numerous galleries and theaters. Sarasota city limits contain several barrier islands between Sarasota Bay and the Gulf of Mexico, including Lido Key, St. Armands Key, Bird Key, and the northern portion of Siesta Key. Its coastline, including nearby Siesta Beach, draws visitors year-round.
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Living in Sarasota
- Median household income
- $72,105
- Median home value
- $463,000
- Median rent
- $1,684/mo
- Median age
- 48.2
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Sarasota had 54,842 residents in the 2020 Census.
| 2020 Census | 54,842 |
|---|---|
| Density | 3,730 per sq mi (1,440 per km²) |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau, Decennial Census.
Sarasota at a glance
| State | Florida (FL) |
|---|---|
| County | Sarasota County |
| Type | City |
| Population | 54,842 (2020) |
| Land area | 14.70 sq mi (38.1 km²) |
| Water area | 9.39 sq mi (24.31 km²) |
| Elevation | 23 ft (7 m) |
| Coordinates | 27.3383° N, 82.5437° W |
| ZIP codes | 34236, 34234, 34237, 34239 |
| Official website | sarasotagov.org |
| Census code (GEOID) | 1264175 |
Sources: U.S. Census Bureau (Gazetteer, ZCTA), USGS GNIS, Wikidata.
Towns near Sarasota
- North Sarasota1.8 mi NE
- Pinecraft2.8 mi E
- Southgate2.9 mi SE
- Kensington Park3.2 mi NE
- Desoto Acres3.4 mi NE
- South Sarasota3.9 mi S
- Desoto Lakes4.0 mi NE
- Ridge Wood Heights4.1 mi SE
- Siesta Key4.2 mi S
- The Meadows4.6 mi E
- Sarasota Springs4.6 mi SE
- South Gate Ridge4.7 mi SE
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Frequently asked questions about Sarasota
What county is Sarasota in?
Sarasota is in Sarasota County, Florida.
What is the population of Sarasota, FL?
54,842 people lived in Sarasota at the 2020 Census.
What is the ZIP code of Sarasota, FL?
The main ZIP code is 34236. Other ZIP codes: 34234, 34237, 34239.
What is the elevation of Sarasota?
23 feet (7 m) above sea level.
What towns are near Sarasota?
North Sarasota (1.8 mi), Pinecraft (2.8 mi), Southgate (2.9 mi), Kensington Park (3.2 mi), Desoto Acres (3.4 mi).
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