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With an estimated 124,990 people as of July 2024 (U.S. Census Bureau), Lakeland ranks #235 among U.S. cities by population. It sits in Polk County and counted 112,641 residents in the 2020 census — up roughly 11.0% since. That's a lot of namesakes: Recordwell separates possible matches using available context so you can pick the right person.
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Quick facts: Lakeland, Florida
| Population (July 2024 est.) | 124,990 |
| 2020 census | 112,641 |
| Change 2020–2024 | +11.0% |
| Land area | 66.2 sq mi |
| Population density | 1,702 / sq mi |
| County | Polk County |
| U.S. population rank | #235 |
record: U.S. Census Bureau — 2024 population estimates, 2020 decennial census (land area & density).
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