Fern Park CDP, Florida Demographics & Population 2026

Name: Fern Park CDP, Florida Demographics
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As of 2026, Fern Park CDP, Florida has a total population of 8,593, the 364th largest city in Florida, with a median household income of $60,828, which is 15% lower than the state average. The poverty rate is 10.1%.

Fern Park CDP Quick Facts

Population 8,593

Median Household Income $60,828

Median Home Value $321,400

Poverty Rate 10.1%

Unemployment Rate 4.8%

Median Age 39.3 years

Homeownership Rate 57.2%

Affordability Ratio 5.3x

Bachelor's Degree or Higher 39.4%

High School Graduation Rate 93.3%

Diversity Index 49/100

Population 8,593 364th of 953

Median Income $60,828 below average

Poverty Rate 10.1% 19% lower national

Median Home Value $321,400 average

How Fern Park CDP Compares

Median Household Income

Fern Park CDP

$60,828

$71,711

National

$78,538

Median Home Value

Fern Park CDP

$321,400

$325,000

National

$303,400

Economy & Housing

Household Income Distribution

Under $25K 17.2%

$25K-$50K 24.5%

$50K-$100K 26.6%

$100K+ 31.8%

Employment

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

69.5% Labor Force Participation

Housing Overview

Owner 57.2%

Renter 42.8%

Affordability Index Expensive

5.3x home value to income ratio

People & Demographics

Age Distribution

Under 18

17.6%

18-34

25.6%

35-54

27.4%

55-74

21.3%

75+

8.2%

Race & Ethnicity

Diversity Index

Moderate Diversity

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

State average: 64 | National average: 60

Education

Educational Attainment (Adults 25+)

Fern Park CDP Rankings in Florida

#364 Population of 953

#597 Median Income of 953

#261 Education of 953

#392 Home Value of 953

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Cities Similar to Fern Park CDP

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

City	Population	Median Income	Home Value	Bachelor's+	Poverty
Gulf Gate CDP	8,317	$64,724	$344,500	32.8%	12.2%
North Weeki Wachee CDP	7,967	$63,235	$286,900	25.7%	12.1%
Lake Park town	9,005	$69,274	$361,700	31.9%	14.5%
Westgate CDP	8,369	$50,441	$242,600	7.9%	24.1%
Richmond Heights CDP	9,489	$63,750	$344,200	20.3%	11.6%

Population Overview

Fern Park CDP is a small city located in Florida. The total population is 8,593. It ranks as the 364th most populous out of 953 cities and towns in Florida.

Age Demographics

The median age in Fern Park CDP is 39.3 years. This is 8% lower than the state median of 42.6 years.

Economy, Income & Housing

The median household income in Fern Park CDP is $60,828. This is 15% lower than the state median of $71,711. Compared to the national median of $78,538, household income here is 23% lower. The poverty rate stands at 10.1%. This is 20% lower than the state poverty rate of 12.6%. The unemployment rate is 4.8%. This is 1% lower than the state rate of 4.8%. The median home value is $321,400. Housing costs are 1% lower than the state median of $325,000. The home-value-to-income ratio is 5.3x. 57.2% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 15% lower than the state average of 67.3%.

Race & Ethnicity

The largest racial or ethnic group in Fern Park CDP is White (non-Hispanic), making up 68.0% of the population. Hispanic or Latino residents account for 19.6%. The Black or African American population (6.5%) is well below the state average of 14.8%. The Asian population is significantly higher than the state average (4.2% vs 2.8%).

Education

39.4% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 19% higher than the state rate of 33.2%. Nationally, 35.0% of adults hold at least a bachelor's degree. The high school graduation rate (or equivalent) is 93.3%.

Data Sources & Methodology

All demographic data for Fern Park CDP, Florida is sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau's American Community Survey (ACS) 5-Year Estimates (2019-2023). The ACS collects data from approximately 3.5 million households annually, providing reliable estimates for communities of all sizes. Comparisons are made against Florida state averages and national averages calculated from the same dataset. Rankings reflect the city's position among all 953 Census-designated places in Florida. For official data, visit data.census.gov.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the population of Fern Park CDP, Florida?

Fern Park CDP, Florida has a population of 8,593 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.

What is the median household income in Fern Park CDP, FL?

The median household income in Fern Park CDP is $60,828, which is 23% lower the national median of $78,538.

What is the poverty rate in Fern Park CDP, FL?

The poverty rate in Fern Park CDP is 10.1%. This means approximately 862 residents live below the federal poverty line.

What is the racial makeup of Fern Park CDP, Florida?

Fern Park CDP's population is 68.0% White, 6.5% Black, 19.6% Hispanic/Latino, and 4.2% Asian.

What is the median home value in Fern Park CDP, FL?

The median home value in Fern Park CDP is $321,400. The home-value-to-income ratio is 5.3x.

How educated is Fern Park CDP, Florida?

39.4% of adults (25+) in Fern Park CDP hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 10.4% hold a graduate or professional degree.