Eustis, Florida Demographics & Population 2026
Demographic data: ACS 2020–2024 five-year estimates. Sources and methodology
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Eustis, Florida had a total population of 24,119, the 179th largest city in Florida, with a median household income of $65,373, which is 12% lower than the state average. The poverty rate is 9.6%.
Eustis Quick Facts
How Eustis 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 | 20,700 | 24,119 | +16.5% |
| Median household income | $57,542 | $65,373 | No clear change (+13.6%) |
| Median home value¹ | $199,375 | $270,700 | +35.8% |
| Median gross rent | $1,040 | $1,135 | No clear change (+9.1%) |
How Eustis 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: 62.9%
- Black: 15.8%
- Hispanic: 15.5%
- Asian: 1.6%
- Other: 0.7%
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: 11.9%
- HS Diploma: 34.6%
- Some College: 19.5%
- Associate's: 11.8%
- Bachelor's: 13.4%
- Graduate+: 8.9%
Eustis Rankings in Florida
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Other Cities in Lake County
| City | Population | Median Income | Poverty | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Clermont | 46,853 | $82,306 | 5.4% | $418,400 |
| Leesburg | 30,807 | $52,880 | 16.4% | $228,600 |
| Groveland | 22,012 | $100,226 | 3.6% | $365,800 |
| Tavares | 20,463 | $58,886 | 9.3% | $254,500 |
| Mount Dora | 17,278 | $74,537 | 11.8% | $381,900 |
| Lady Lake | 16,675 | $46,074 | 12.3% | $227,300 |
| Minneola | 16,598 | $110,902 | 4.7% | $420,800 |
| Fruitland Park | 8,740 | $82,656 | 10.4% | $382,400 |
| Mascotte | 7,949 | $83,878 | 4.6% | $304,300 |
| Mount Plymouth | 4,604 | $90,041 | 19.9% | $323,700 |
Cities Similar to Eustis
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Liberty Triangle | 24,888 | $64,943 | $275,500 | 25.8% | 8.6% |
| Hialeah Gardens | 22,915 | $65,439 | $342,000 | 21.1% | 13.5% |
| Edgewater | 23,627 | $60,977 | $256,200 | 24.1% | 10.0% |
| Marion Oaks | 23,972 | $72,392 | $257,700 | 15.2% | 10.2% |
| Ensley | 23,760 | $59,084 | $222,000 | 21.6% | 17.5% |
Population Overview
Eustis is a small city located in Florida, within Lake County. The total population is 24,119. It ranks as the 179th most populous out of 955 Census-designated places in Florida.
Age Demographics
The median age in Eustis is 44.4 years. This is 4% higher than the state median of 42.6 years. 10.4% of residents are 75 or older, suggesting a significant retirement-age population with implications for healthcare services and senior housing.
Economy, Income & Housing
The median household income in Eustis is $65,373. This is 12% lower than the state median of $74,568. It is also 19% lower than the national median of $80,734. The poverty rate stands at 9.6%. This is 23% lower than the state poverty rate of 12.6%. The unemployment rate is 3.8%. This is 22% lower than the state rate of 4.8%. The median home value is $270,700. Housing costs are 25% lower than the state median of $359,000. The home-value-to-income ratio is 4.1x. 70.9% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 5% higher than the state average of 67.6%.
Race & Ethnicity
The largest racial or ethnic group in Eustis is White (non-Hispanic), making up 62.9% of the population. Black or African American residents account for 15.8%.
Education
22.2% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 35% 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 88.1%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Eustis, 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 Eustis, Florida?
Eustis, Florida has a population of 24,119 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Eustis, FL?
The median household income in Eustis is $65,373, which is 19% lower than the national median of $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Eustis, FL?
The poverty rate in Eustis is 9.6%. This means approximately 2,269 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Eustis, Florida?
Eustis's population is 62.9% White, 15.8% Black, 15.5% Hispanic/Latino, and 1.6% Asian.
What is the median home value in Eustis, FL?
The median home value in Eustis is $270,700. The home-value-to-income ratio is 4.1x.
How educated is Eustis, Florida?
22.2% of adults (25+) in Eustis hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 8.9% hold a graduate or professional degree.