Cocoa, Florida Demographics & Population 2026
Demographic data: ACS 2020–2024 five-year estimates. Sources and methodology
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Cocoa, Florida had a total population of 19,554, the 211th largest city in Florida, with a median household income of $63,105, which is 15% lower than the state average. The poverty rate is 13.1%.
Cocoa Quick Facts
How Cocoa Changed
Change from the non-overlapping 2015–2019 ACS period to 2020–2024. Earlier dollar figures are adjusted to 2024 dollars; changes marked “no clear change” are within the combined 90% margins of error.
| Metric | 2015–2019 | 2020–2024 | Change |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population | 18,285 | 19,554 | +6.9% |
| Median household income | $47,865 | $63,105 | +31.8% |
| Median home value¹ | $142,147 | $246,100 | +73.1% |
| Median gross rent | $1,020 | $1,274 | +24.9% |
How Cocoa Compares
Median Household Income
Median Home Value
Economy & Housing
Household Income Distribution
Detailed income brackets
Employment
Housing Overview
People & Demographics
Age Distribution
Race & Ethnicity
- White: 50.8%
- Black: 22.4%
- Hispanic: 20.9%
- Asian: 1.3%
- Other: 0.3%
Diversity Index
A diverse community with significant representation from multiple racial and ethnic groups.
State average: 65 | National average: 61
Education
Educational Attainment (Adults 25+)
- < High School: 11.5%
- HS Diploma: 30.6%
- Some College: 21.2%
- Associate's: 9.3%
- Bachelor's: 19.6%
- Graduate+: 7.8%
Cocoa Rankings in Florida
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Other Cities in Brevard County
| City | Population | Median Income | Poverty | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Palm Bay | 130,132 | $72,614 | 11.7% | $283,200 |
| Melbourne | 86,576 | $66,991 | 15.8% | $306,400 |
| Titusville | 49,385 | $66,192 | 11.3% | $266,600 |
| Merritt Island | 34,992 | $94,012 | 7.4% | $402,900 |
| Rockledge | 29,133 | $84,255 | 9.0% | $338,100 |
| West Melbourne | 28,795 | $92,986 | 7.3% | $377,100 |
| Port St. John | 25,120 | $87,736 | 9.9% | $281,300 |
| Viera West | 17,984 | $109,170 | 3.2% | $546,600 |
| Viera East | 12,570 | $92,467 | 3.5% | $396,700 |
| Cocoa Beach | 11,377 | $87,990 | 9.6% | $503,200 |
Cities Similar to Cocoa
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ojus | 19,198 | $68,644 | $337,500 | 42.2% | 12.5% |
| Englewood | 20,091 | $69,222 | $339,900 | 33.9% | 8.5% |
| Glenvar Heights | 19,395 | $72,118 | $545,400 | 59.9% | 12.2% |
| Stuart | 18,520 | $60,225 | $329,400 | 35.0% | 17.3% |
| Tavares | 20,463 | $58,886 | $254,500 | 25.9% | 9.3% |
Population Overview
Cocoa is a small city located in Florida, within Brevard County. The total population is 19,554. It ranks as the 211th most populous out of 955 Census-designated places in Florida.
Age Demographics
The median age in Cocoa is 44.9 years. This is 5% higher than the state median of 42.6 years.
Economy, Income & Housing
The median household income in Cocoa is $63,105. This is 15% lower than the state median of $74,568. It is also 22% lower than the national median of $80,734. The poverty rate stands at 13.1%. This is 4% higher than the state poverty rate of 12.6%. The unemployment rate is 5.6%. This is 16% higher than the state rate of 4.8%. The median home value is $246,100. Housing costs are 31% lower than the state median of $359,000. The home-value-to-income ratio is 3.9x. 63.5% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 6% lower than the state average of 67.6%.
Race & Ethnicity
The largest racial or ethnic group in Cocoa is White (non-Hispanic), making up 50.8% of the population. Black or African American residents account for 22.4%. The Black or African American population is significantly higher than the state average (22.4% vs 14.6%). The Asian population (1.3%) is well below the state average of 2.9%.
Education
27.4% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 20% 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 88.5%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Cocoa, 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 Cocoa, Florida?
Cocoa, Florida has a population of 19,554 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Cocoa, FL?
The median household income in Cocoa is $63,105, which is 22% lower than the national median of $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Cocoa, FL?
The poverty rate in Cocoa is 13.1%. This means approximately 2,560 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Cocoa, Florida?
Cocoa's population is 50.8% White, 22.4% Black, 20.9% Hispanic/Latino, and 1.3% Asian.
What is the median home value in Cocoa, FL?
The median home value in Cocoa is $246,100. The home-value-to-income ratio is 3.9x.
How educated is Cocoa, Florida?
27.4% of adults (25+) in Cocoa hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 7.8% hold a graduate or professional degree.