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East Lake-Orient Park, Florida Demographics & Population 2026

Highly DiverseNo single racial/ethnic group makes up a majority of the population

During the 2020–2024 ACS period, East Lake-Orient Park, Florida had a total population of 29,213, the 147th largest community in Florida, with a median household income of $56,573, which is 24% lower than the state average. The poverty rate is 17.8%.

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

Key Takeaways

East Lake-Orient Park Quick Facts

Population 29,213
Median Household Income $56,573
Median Home Value $233,200
Poverty Rate 17.8%
Unemployment Rate 6.0%
Median Age 34.5 years
Homeownership Rate 51.4%
Affordability Ratio 4.1x
Bachelor's Degree or Higher 24.9%
High School Graduation Rate 86.6%
Diversity Index 73/100
Population 29,213 147th of 955
Median Income $56,573 bottom 30%
Poverty Rate 17.8% 43% higher than national
Median Home Value $233,200 bottom 30%

How East Lake-Orient Park Changed

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

Metric2019–20232020–2024Change
Population29,06429,213+0.5%
Median household income$56,623$56,573-0.1%
Median home value$221,500$233,200+5.3%

How East Lake-Orient Park Compares

Economy & Housing

Household Income Distribution

Under $25K 18.8%
$25K-$50K 24.3%
$50K-$100K 33.4%
$100K+ 23.5%
Detailed income brackets
Under $10K
5.9%
$10K-$15K
4.3%
$15K-$20K
3.9%
$20K-$25K
4.7%
$25K-$30K
3.3%
$30K-$35K
4.9%
$35K-$40K
5.0%
$40K-$45K
6.3%
$45K-$50K
4.9%
$50K-$60K
8.5%
$60K-$75K
9.1%
$75K-$100K
15.8%
$100K-$125K
11.9%
$125K-$150K
3.8%
$150K-$200K
4.5%
$200K+
3.2%

Employment

6.0% Unemployment Rate State: 4.8%|National: 5.2%
67.7% Labor Force Participation

Housing Overview

Owner 51.4%
Renter 48.6%
Affordability Index Moderate
4.1x home value to income ratio
Median gross rent $1,555/mo 33.0% of median household income annually

People & Demographics

Diversity Index

73out of 100
Very High Diversity

This community is exceptionally diverse, with no single racial or ethnic group dominating the population.

State average: 65 | National average: 61

Education

East Lake-Orient Park Rankings in Florida

#147 Population of 955
#687 Median Income of 911
#544 Education of 955
#659 Home Value of 901

Other Cities in Hillsborough County

CityPopulationMedian IncomePovertyHome Value
Tampa 401,618 $75,475 15.4% $420,400
Brandon 119,767 $79,685 11.4% $339,000
Riverview 113,697 $100,438 7.5% $384,200
Town 'n' Country 85,928 $73,538 11.3% $337,100
University (Hillsborough County) 48,127 $37,207 37.0% $164,900
Plant City 40,887 $67,439 15.0% $291,800
Valrico 40,239 $104,839 9.9% $393,700
Carrollwood 36,725 $81,959 8.4% $384,600
Egypt Lake-Leto 35,873 $54,032 16.8% $315,100
Sun City Center 33,548 $73,528 8.3% $317,000

Cities Similar to East Lake-Orient Park

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

CityPopulationMedian IncomeHome ValueBachelor's+Poverty
Ferry Pass30,053$61,689$260,10033.5%14.4%
Casselberry30,135$62,447$299,20032.0%12.2%
Silver Springs Shores28,537$63,611$201,30016.4%14.2%
Leesburg30,807$52,880$228,60021.3%16.4%
Crestview28,773$65,480$277,90022.6%11.2%

Population Overview

East Lake-Orient Park is a mid-sized community located in Florida, within Hillsborough County. The total population is 29,213. It ranks as the 147th most populous out of 955 Census-designated places in Florida.

Age Demographics

The median age in East Lake-Orient Park is 34.5 years. This is 19% lower than the state median of 42.6 years.

Economy, Income & Housing

The median household income in East Lake-Orient Park is $56,573. This is 24% lower than the state median of $74,568. It is also 30% lower than the national median of $80,734. The poverty rate stands at 17.8%. This is 42% higher than the state poverty rate of 12.6%. The unemployment rate is 6.0%. This is 24% higher than the state rate of 4.8%. The median home value is $233,200. Housing costs are 35% lower than the state median of $359,000. The home-value-to-income ratio is 4.1x. 51.4% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 24% lower than the state average of 67.6%.

Race & Ethnicity

East Lake-Orient Park is a highly diverse community where no single racial or ethnic group constitutes a majority of the population. Hispanic or Latino residents account for 25.4%. The White (non-Hispanic) population (23.8%) is well below the state average of 50.4%. The Black or African American population is significantly higher than the state average (37.9% vs 14.6%). The Asian population is significantly higher than the state average (7.0% vs 2.9%).

Education

24.9% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 27% 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 86.6%.

Data Sources & Methodology

All demographic data for East Lake-Orient Park, 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 East Lake-Orient Park, Florida?

East Lake-Orient Park, Florida has a population of 29,213 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.

What is the median household income in East Lake-Orient Park, FL?

The median household income in East Lake-Orient Park is $56,573, which is 30% lower than the national median of $80,734.

What is the poverty rate in East Lake-Orient Park, FL?

The poverty rate in East Lake-Orient Park is 17.8%. This means approximately 5,161 residents live below the federal poverty line.

What is the racial makeup of East Lake-Orient Park, Florida?

East Lake-Orient Park's population is 23.8% White, 37.9% Black, 25.4% Hispanic/Latino, and 7.0% Asian.

What is the median home value in East Lake-Orient Park, FL?

The median home value in East Lake-Orient Park is $233,200. The home-value-to-income ratio is 4.1x.

How educated is East Lake-Orient Park, Florida?

24.9% of adults (25+) in East Lake-Orient Park hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 9.1% hold a graduate or professional degree.