Century, Florida Demographics & Population 2026

Name: Century, Florida Demographics
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Very AffordableHome value to income ratio of 2.5x is exceptionally low

During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Century, Florida had a total population of 1,826, the 695th largest town in Florida, with a median household income of $27,609, which is 63% lower than the state average. The poverty rate is 22.1%.

Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes

Key Takeaways

Household income is 63% below the state average, indicating significant economic challenges.
Only 5.3% of adults have a bachelor's degree, well below the national average of 35.7%.
Housing is very affordable with a home-value-to-income ratio of just 2.5x.

Century Quick Facts

Population 1,826

Median Household Income $27,609

Median Home Value $68,700

Poverty Rate 22.1%

Unemployment Rate 7.6%

Median Age 39.1 years

Homeownership Rate 49.2%

Affordability Ratio 2.5x

Bachelor's Degree or Higher 5.3%

High School Graduation Rate 76.8%

Diversity Index 60/100

Population 1,826 695th of 955

Median Income $27,609 bottom 10%

Poverty Rate 22.1% 78% higher than national

Median Home Value $68,700 bottom 10%

How Century Changed

Change from the 2019–2023 ACS period to 2020–2024. These are rolling five-year estimates, not year-over-year measurements.

Metric	2019–2023	2020–2024	Change
Population	1,972	1,826	-7.4%
Median household income	$26,716	$27,609	+3.3%
Median home value	$66,700	$68,700	+3.0%

How Century Compares

Median Household Income

Century

$27,609

$74,568

National

$80,734

Median Home Value

Century

$68,700

$359,000

National

$332,700

Economy & Housing

Household Income Distribution

Under $25K 41.5%

$25K-$50K 38.8%

$50K-$100K 11.8%

$100K+ 7.8%

Detailed income brackets

Under $10K

4.5%

$10K-$15K

17.0%

$15K-$20K

8.1%

$20K-$25K

11.8%

$25K-$30K

11.4%

$30K-$35K

6.5%

$35K-$40K

11.6%

$40K-$45K

6.0%

$45K-$50K

3.3%

$50K-$60K

3.5%

$60K-$75K

3.1%

$75K-$100K

5.3%

$100K-$125K

4.4%

$125K-$150K

2.4%

$150K-$200K

0.4%

$200K+

0.7%

Employment

7.6% Unemployment Rate State: 4.8%|National: 5.2%

57.4% Labor Force Participation

Housing Overview

Owner 49.2%

Renter 50.8%

Affordability Index Very Affordable

2.5x home value to income ratio

Median gross rent $716/mo 31.1% of median household income annually

People & Demographics

Age Distribution

Under 18

19.8%

18-34

27.0%

35-54

23.1%

55-74

23.4%

75+

6.7%

Race & Ethnicity

Diversity Index

High Diversity

A diverse community with significant representation from multiple racial and ethnic groups.

State average: 65 | National average: 61

Education

Educational Attainment (Adults 25+)

Century Rankings in Florida

#695 Population of 955

#906 Median Income of 911

#910 Education of 955

#892 Home Value of 901

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Other Cities in Escambia County

City	Population	Median Income	Poverty	Home Value
Pensacola	54,036	$74,212	12.6%	$314,400
Ferry Pass	30,053	$61,689	14.4%	$260,100
Bellview	26,488	$69,890	15.4%	$205,300
Brent	23,813	$49,167	22.5%	$159,900
Ensley	23,760	$59,084	17.5%	$222,000
West Pensacola	20,665	$40,511	25.8%	$116,100
Warrington	15,918	$61,861	22.5%	$212,000
Myrtle Grove	15,595	$67,647	17.7%	$186,100
Gonzalez	14,458	$82,062	4.2%	$278,300
Pensacola Station	5,281	$71,607	20.8%	N/A

Cities Similar to Century

These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.

City	Population	Median Income	Home Value	Bachelor's+	Poverty
Chiefland	1,909	N/A	$167,700	11.8%	25.5%
Ocala Estates	1,705	N/A	$152,900	5.5%	26.4%
Crescent City	1,944	$33,971	$192,600	15.8%	31.7%
Lake Mack-Forest Hills	2,200	N/A	$138,800	9.9%	20.4%
Sneads	1,771	$38,889	$111,300	14.3%	21.8%

Population Overview

Century is a small community located in Florida, within Escambia County. The total population is 1,826. It ranks as the 695th most populous out of 955 Census-designated places in Florida.

Age Demographics

The median age in Century is 39.1 years. This is 8% lower than the state median of 42.6 years.

Economy, Income & Housing

The median household income in Century is $27,609. This is 63% lower than the state median of $74,568. It is also 66% lower than the national median of $80,734. The poverty rate stands at 22.1%. This is 76% higher than the state poverty rate of 12.6%. With more than one in five residents living below the poverty line, economic hardship is a significant challenge for the community. The unemployment rate is 7.6%. This is 58% higher than the state rate of 4.8%. The median home value is $68,700. Housing costs are 81% lower than the state median of $359,000. With a home-value-to-income ratio of just 2.5x, Century is one of the most affordable housing markets in the area. 49.2% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 27% lower than the state average of 67.6%.

Race & Ethnicity

The largest racial or ethnic group in Century is Black or African American, making up 54.5% of the population. White (non-Hispanic) residents account for 30.6%. The Black or African American population is significantly higher than the state average (54.5% vs 14.6%). The Hispanic or Latino population (3.2%) is well below the state average of 27.4%. The Asian population (0.7%) is well below the state average of 2.9%.

Education

5.3% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is among the lowest rates in the state, which may correlate with employment and income patterns. This is 84% lower than the state rate of 34.2%. Nationally, 35.7% of adults hold at least a bachelor's degree. The high school graduation rate (or equivalent) is 76.8%.

Data Sources & Methodology

All demographic data for Century, Florida is sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau's American Community Survey (ACS) 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates. The ACS collects data from approximately 3.5 million households annually and pools five years of responses so that even small communities can be measured, though the margin of error widens as the population falls. Comparisons are made against Florida state averages and national averages calculated from the same dataset. Rankings reflect the city's position among all 955 Census-designated places in Florida. Read more about how these figures are produced on our methodology page, or visit data.census.gov for official data.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the population of Century, Florida?

Century, Florida has a population of 1,826 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.

What is the median household income in Century, FL?

The median household income in Century is $27,609, which is 66% lower than the national median of $80,734.

What is the poverty rate in Century, FL?

The poverty rate in Century is 22.1%. This means approximately 383 residents live below the federal poverty line.

What is the racial makeup of Century, Florida?

Century's population is 30.6% White, 54.5% Black, 3.2% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.7% Asian.

What is the median home value in Century, FL?

The median home value in Century is $68,700. The home-value-to-income ratio is 2.5x.

How educated is Century, Florida?

5.3% of adults (25+) in Century hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 1.0% hold a graduate or professional degree.