6 cities
| City | Rank | 2026 Pop. ↓ | 2020 Pop. | Annual Change | Density | Area (mi²) | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bradenton | 1 | 59,368 | 55,815 | 1.01% | 4,141 | 14 | City |
| Palmetto | 2 | 13,856 | 13,333 | 0.63% | 2,582 | 5 | City |
| Longboat Key | 3 | 7,442 | 7,504 | -0.13% | 1,825 | 4 | Town |
| Holmes Beach | 4 | 3,068 | 3,011 | 0.33% | 1,828 | 2 | City |
| Anna Maria | 5 | 1,039 | 970 | 1.17% | 1,414 | 1 | City |
| Bradenton Beach | 6 | 936 | 908 | 0.54% | 1,810 | 1 | City |
Bradenton is the largest city in Manatee County, with a population of 59,368.
Bradenton Beach is the smallest city in Manatee County, with a population of 936.
There are 6 cities in Manatee County, Florida.