6 cities
| City | Rank | 2025 Pop. ↓ | 2020 Pop. | Annual Change | Density | Area (mi²) | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bradenton | 1 | 58,776 | 55,815 | 1.02% | 4,099 | 14 | City |
| Palmetto | 2 | 13,769 | 13,333 | 0.64% | 2,566 | 5 | City |
| Longboat Key | 3 | 7,452 | 7,504 | -0.15% | 1,827 | 4 | Town |
| Holmes Beach | 4 | 3,058 | 3,011 | 0.3% | 1,822 | 2 | City |
| Anna Maria | 5 | 1,027 | 970 | 1.08% | 1,397 | 1 | City |
| Bradenton Beach | 6 | 931 | 908 | 0.43% | 1,801 | 1 | City |
Bradenton is the largest city in Manatee County, with a population of 58,776.
Bradenton Beach is the smallest city in Manatee County, with a population of 931.
There are 6 cities in Manatee County, Florida.