Cape Canaveral is a coastal city on Florida's Space Coast and part of Brevard County. It is about 50 miles east of Orlando and 10 miles north of Cocoa Beach. The city is known for its Atlantic beaches, Kennedy Space Center, Cape Canaveral Space Force Station, and long connection to America's space program.
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Where is Cape Canaveral Located?
Cape Canaveral is a city located in Brevard County, Florida, the United States. It is about 50 miles east of Orlando and 10 miles north of Cocoa Beach. Cape Canaveral is located at approximately 28.3922° North latitude and 80.6077° West longitude. The 2020 Census recorded 8,750 residents, and the city covers about 1.91 square miles (4.95 sq km). The Atlantic Ocean and nearby Cape Canaveral Space Force Station are major geographic and historical features. The city was incorporated in 1963 and was formerly known as Cape Canaveral City. Its location on Florida's Space Coast has made it closely associated with rocket launches, space exploration, and coastal recreation.
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Cape Canaveral City Facts
| Fact | Details |
|---|---|
| City | Cape Canaveral |
| State | Florida |
| County | Brevard County |
| Country | United States |
| Region | Florida Space Coast / Central East Coast |
| Incorporated | 1963 |
| Founded | 1950s |
| Total Area | 1.91 sq mi (4.95 sq km) |
| Land Area | 1.86 sq mi (4.82 sq km) |
| Water Area | 0.05 sq mi (0.13 sq km) |
| Elevation | About 10 ft (3 m) |
| Population (2023 estimate) | 9,000 |
| Population (2020 Census) | 8,750 |
| Population Density | 4,704 people per sq mi |
| Time Zone | Eastern Standard Time (EST); Eastern Daylight Time (EDT) |
| ZIP Codes | 32920 |
| Area Code | 321 |
| Major Highways | State Road A1A, State Road 528, U.S. Route 1 |
| Public Transit | Space Coast Area Transit |
| Major Attractions | Kennedy Space Center Visitor Complex, Cape Canaveral Space Force Station, Jetty Park, Cocoa Beach |
| Official Website | https://www.cityofcapecanaveral.org/ |
Distance from Cape Canaveral, FL to Nearby Cities
- Cocoa Beach, FL – 5 miles (8 km)
- Cocoa, FL – 10 miles (16 km)
- Titusville, FL – 20 miles (32 km)
- Rockledge, FL – 15 miles (24 km)
- Melbourne, FL – 30 miles (48 km)
- Palm Bay, FL – 35 miles (56 km)
- Viera, FL – 25 miles (40 km)
- Port St. John, FL – 15 miles (24 km)
- Mims, FL – 25 miles (40 km)
- Orlando, FL – 50 miles (80 km)
- Sanford, FL – 45 miles (72 km)
- Daytona Beach, FL – 65 miles (105 km)
- New Smyrna Beach, FL – 50 miles (80 km)
- Deltona, FL – 55 miles (89 km)
- Ocala, FL – 110 miles (177 km)
- Jacksonville, FL – 150 miles (241 km)
Top Attractions in Cape Canaveral
- Kennedy Space Center Visitor Complex – Major space attraction featuring rockets, spacecraft, exhibits, and NASA history.
- Cape Canaveral Space Force Station – Historic launch site associated with many U.S. space missions and rocket launches.
- Jetty Park – Oceanfront park with a beach, fishing pier, campground, and views of rocket launches.
- Cape Canaveral Lighthouse – Historic lighthouse located within the Cape Canaveral Space Force Station area.
- Cocoa Beach – Nearby Atlantic beach community known for surfing, fishing, and coastal recreation.
- Canaveral National Seashore – Protected coastal area north of Cape Canaveral with beaches, dunes, wetlands, and wildlife.
- Manatee Sanctuary Park – Waterfront community park along the Banana River with walking trails and open space.
- Exploration Tower – Visitor center in Port Canaveral featuring exhibits about the area's maritime and space history.
Airports Near Cape Canaveral
- Melbourne Orlando International Airport (MLB) – 35 miles
- Orlando International Airport (MCO) – 50 miles
- Orlando Sanford International Airport (SFB) – 55 miles
- Daytona Beach International Airport (DAB) – 65 miles
- Orlando Melbourne International Airport (MLB) – 35 miles
Sources:
Population and area data sourced from the United States Census Bureau (2020 Census). General city information referenced from the official City of Cape Canaveral website and local government records.
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