Bayonet Point, Florida, is a census-designated place in Pasco County, situated along Florida’s Gulf Coast, about 40 miles north of Tampa. With a 2020 population of 26,713, the community covers about 5.7 square miles, mostly land with just a small fraction of water.
Originally rural and agricultural, Bayonet Point has seen steady suburban growth. The area features a mix of housing—from older ranch homes and manufactured housing to newer planned subdivisions. Key amenities include the Regional Medical Center Bayonet Point, shopping centers along U.S. Highway 19, and close access to nature via Werner-Boyce Salt Springs State Park.
Demographically, Bayonet Point has an older median age (around 49 years), with many households composed of retirees or adults without children. The community balances laid-back coastal living with convenient services for residents, making it appealing for those seeking calm suburban life near Tampa yet with access to outdoor recreation.
