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Elfers, Florida Demographics & Population 2026

During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Elfers, Florida had a total population of 15,006, the 264th largest community in Florida, with a median household income of $56,054, which is 25% lower than the state average. The poverty rate is 14.8%.

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

Elfers Quick Facts

Population 15,006
Median Household Income $56,054
Median Home Value $202,300
Poverty Rate 14.8%
Unemployment Rate 3.9%
Median Age 39.6 years
Homeownership Rate 64.5%
Affordability Ratio 3.6x
Bachelor's Degree or Higher 15.5%
High School Graduation Rate 85.6%
Diversity Index 42/100
Population 15,006 264th of 955
Median Income $56,054 bottom 30%
Poverty Rate 14.8% 19% higher than national
Median Home Value $202,300 bottom 30%

How Elfers 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
Population13,87715,006+8.1%
Median household income$52,979$56,054+5.8%
Median home value$173,400$202,300+16.7%

How Elfers Compares

Economy & Housing

Household Income Distribution

Under $25K 16.1%
$25K-$50K 30.1%
$50K-$100K 32.2%
$100K+ 21.6%
Detailed income brackets
Under $10K
5.1%
$10K-$15K
3.0%
$15K-$20K
3.0%
$20K-$25K
4.9%
$25K-$30K
4.2%
$30K-$35K
5.2%
$35K-$40K
5.2%
$40K-$45K
8.0%
$45K-$50K
7.6%
$50K-$60K
7.6%
$60K-$75K
14.7%
$75K-$100K
9.8%
$100K-$125K
8.7%
$125K-$150K
4.3%
$150K-$200K
6.1%
$200K+
2.5%

Employment

3.9% Unemployment Rate State: 4.8%|National: 5.2%
61.0% Labor Force Participation

Housing Overview

Owner 64.5%
Renter 35.5%
Affordability Index Affordable
3.6x home value to income ratio
Median gross rent $1,437/mo 30.8% of median household income annually

People & Demographics

Diversity Index

42out of 100
Moderate Diversity

Moderate diversity with one or two groups making up the majority.

State average: 65 | National average: 61

Education

Elfers Rankings in Florida

#264 Population of 955
#696 Median Income of 911
#742 Education of 955
#725 Home Value of 901

Other Cities in Pasco County

CityPopulationMedian IncomePovertyHome Value
Wesley Chapel 76,011 $107,504 6.4% $403,700
Land O' Lakes 38,910 $98,568 8.3% $377,400
Bayonet Point 23,822 $42,524 19.0% $177,000
Jasmine Estates 23,571 $50,718 18.1% $199,500
Holiday 22,785 $48,186 19.3% $170,100
Zephyrhills 19,668 $52,108 13.2% $224,700
Trinity 18,907 $113,580 9.9% $459,800
New Port Richey 17,425 $47,606 10.5% $183,100
Pasadena Hills 13,505 $84,821 4.3% $338,900
Shady Hills 11,983 $68,409 12.2% $233,200

Cities Similar to Elfers

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

CityPopulationMedian IncomeHome ValueBachelor's+Poverty
West Lealman14,944$51,589$169,10020.8%17.5%
Bellair-Meadowbrook Terrace14,755$59,388$224,90017.7%15.5%
Orange City14,372$57,800$259,10026.7%10.4%
Naranja15,796$53,984$372,10020.3%30.3%
Goulds14,425$61,735$481,20015.3%16.4%

Population Overview

Elfers is a small city located in Florida, within Pasco County. The total population is 15,006. It ranks as the 264th most populous out of 955 Census-designated places in Florida.

Age Demographics

The median age in Elfers is 39.6 years. This is 7% lower than the state median of 42.6 years.

Economy, Income & Housing

The median household income in Elfers is $56,054. This is 25% lower than the state median of $74,568. It is also 31% lower than the national median of $80,734. The poverty rate stands at 14.8%. This is 18% higher than the state poverty rate of 12.6%. The unemployment rate is 3.9%. This is 19% lower than the state rate of 4.8%. The median home value is $202,300. Housing costs are 44% lower than the state median of $359,000. The home-value-to-income ratio is 3.6x. 64.5% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 5% lower than the state average of 67.6%.

Race & Ethnicity

The largest racial or ethnic group in Elfers is White (non-Hispanic), making up 74.4% of the population. Hispanic or Latino residents account for 15.5%. The Black or African American population (6.0%) is well below the state average of 14.6%. The Asian population (1.3%) is well below the state average of 2.9%.

Education

15.5% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 55% 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 85.6%.

Data Sources & Methodology

All demographic data for Elfers, 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 Elfers, Florida?

Elfers, Florida has a population of 15,006 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.

What is the median household income in Elfers, FL?

The median household income in Elfers is $56,054, which is 31% lower than the national median of $80,734.

What is the poverty rate in Elfers, FL?

The poverty rate in Elfers is 14.8%. This means approximately 2,212 residents live below the federal poverty line.

What is the racial makeup of Elfers, Florida?

Elfers's population is 74.4% White, 6.0% Black, 15.5% Hispanic/Latino, and 1.3% Asian.

What is the median home value in Elfers, FL?

The median home value in Elfers is $202,300. The home-value-to-income ratio is 3.6x.

How educated is Elfers, Florida?

15.5% of adults (25+) in Elfers hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 3.0% hold a graduate or professional degree.