Fidelis, Florida Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Fidelis, Florida had a total population of 91, the 935th largest community in Florida. The poverty rate is 35.2%.
Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes
Key Takeaways
- More than 1 in 4 residents live below the poverty line (35.2%), well above the national average of 12.4%.
- Only 0.0% of adults have a bachelor's degree, well below the national average of 35.7%.
- Unemployment rate of 29.3% is notably above the national average.
Fidelis Quick Facts
How Fidelis Changed
Change from the 2019–2023 ACS period to 2020–2024. These are rolling five-year estimates, not year-over-year measurements.
| Metric | 2019–2023 | 2020–2024 | Change |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population | 89 | 91 | +2.2% |
How Fidelis Compares
Median Household Income
Median Home Value
Economy & Housing
Household Income Distribution
Detailed income brackets
Employment
Housing Overview
People & Demographics
Age Distribution
Race & Ethnicity
Diversity Index
A less diverse community where one racial or ethnic group represents a large majority.
State average: 65 | National average: 61
Education
Educational Attainment (Adults 25+)
Fidelis Rankings in Florida
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Other Cities in Santa Rosa County
| City | Population | Median Income | Poverty | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Navarre | 39,838 | $105,265 | 5.8% | $375,700 |
| Pace | 26,282 | $80,701 | 12.2% | $293,800 |
| Midway (Santa Rosa County) | 21,317 | $96,041 | 6.9% | $381,600 |
| East Milton | 14,783 | $64,904 | 12.5% | $212,900 |
| Milton | 10,733 | $76,301 | 8.1% | $233,100 |
| Gulf Breeze | 6,660 | $104,050 | 6.0% | $505,600 |
| Bagdad | 4,466 | $82,034 | 4.5% | $227,900 |
| Wallace | 4,202 | $116,496 | 5.7% | $400,700 |
| Point Baker | 3,976 | $64,769 | 26.1% | $213,000 |
| Tiger Point | 3,628 | $118,967 | 3.2% | $427,900 |
Cities Similar to Fidelis
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Pittman | 89 | $78,542 | $529,800 | 15.7% | 0.0% |
| Captiva | 99 | N/A | N/A | 68.0% | 47.5% |
| Lisbon | 100 | N/A | N/A | 31.0% | 0.0% |
| Goodland | 104 | N/A | N/A | 45.2% | 0.0% |
| Horseshoe Beach | 78 | $62,768 | N/A | 17.9% | 5.1% |
A note before these figures: with a population of 91, Fidelis's ACS estimates come from a small number of survey responses and carry wide margins of error. Individual percentages below — particularly rates that round to 0% or 100% — are approximations, not precise measurements. See data.census.gov for the published margins of error.
Population Overview
Fidelis is a small community located in Florida, within Santa Rosa County. The total population is 91. It ranks as the 935th most populous out of 955 Census-designated places in Florida.
Age Demographics
The median age in Fidelis is 54.6 years. This is 28% higher than the state median of 42.6 years. 28.6% of residents are 75 or older, suggesting a significant retirement-age population with implications for healthcare services and senior housing.
Economy, Income & Housing
The poverty rate stands at 35.2%. This is 180% higher than the state poverty rate of 12.6%. With more than one in five residents living below the poverty line, economic hardship is a significant challenge for the community. The unemployment rate is 29.3%. This is 506% higher than the state rate of 4.8%. 100.0% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 48% higher than the state average of 67.6%.
Race & Ethnicity
Fidelis has a predominantly White (non-Hispanic) population, comprising 97.8% of all residents. The White (non-Hispanic) population is significantly higher than the state average (97.8% vs 50.4%).
Education
0.0% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is among the lowest rates in the state, which may correlate with employment and income patterns. Nationally, 35.7% of adults hold at least a bachelor's degree. No surveyed resident aged 25 or older reported leaving school before earning a high school diploma, though a rate of exactly 100% reflects the limits of a small sample.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Fidelis, 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 Fidelis, Florida?
Fidelis, Florida has a population of 91 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Fidelis, FL?
The Census Bureau does not publish a reliable median household income estimate for Fidelis — the community is too small for the ACS sample. The national median is $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Fidelis, FL?
The poverty rate in Fidelis is 35.2%. This means approximately 32 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Fidelis, Florida?
Fidelis's population is 97.8% White, 0.0% Black, 0.0% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.0% Asian.
What is the median home value in Fidelis, FL?
The Census Bureau does not publish a reliable median home value estimate for Fidelis — there are too few owner-occupied homes in the ACS sample. The national median is $332,700.
How educated is Fidelis, Florida?
0.0% of adults (25+) in Fidelis hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 0.0% hold a graduate or professional degree.