Five Points, Florida Demographics & Population 2026
Demographic data: ACS 2020–2024 five-year estimates. Sources and methodology
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Five Points, Florida had a total population of 1,097, the 769th largest community in Florida, with a median household income of $63,207, which is 15% lower than the state average. The poverty rate is 11.1%.
Key Takeaways
- Unemployment rate of 10.3% is notably above the national average.
Five Points Quick Facts
How Five Points 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 | 1,393 | 1,097 | No clear change (-21.2%) |
| Median household income | $47,185 | $63,207 | No clear change (+34.0%) |
| Median gross rent | $795 | $1,119 | No clear change (+40.7%) |
How Five Points 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: 49.1%
- Black: 34.9%
- Hispanic: 1.6%
- Asian: 0.0%
- Other: 0.0%
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: 22.3%
- HS Diploma: 47.9%
- Some College: 11.1%
- Associate's: 7.5%
- Bachelor's: 11.2%
- Graduate+: 0.0%
Five Points Rankings in Florida
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Other Cities in Columbia County
| City | Population | Median Income | Poverty | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lake City | 12,515 | $56,472 | 19.8% | $184,900 |
| Watertown | 3,068 | $41,466 | 42.4% | $114,100 |
| Fort White | 531 | $53,750 | 23.1% | $220,800 |
Cities Similar to Five Points
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mexico Beach | 1,099 | $63,864 | $466,300 | 39.1% | 5.6% |
| Gotha | 1,124 | N/A | $745,500 | 54.6% | 4.5% |
| North DeLand | 1,102 | $67,488 | $235,200 | 39.9% | 4.3% |
| Plantation Mobile Home Park | 1,032 | N/A | N/A | 15.7% | 0.7% |
| Harlem Heights | 1,122 | $57,014 | $196,300 | 22.5% | 4.9% |
Population Overview
Five Points is a small community located in Florida, within Columbia County. The total population is 1,097. It ranks as the 769th most populous out of 955 Census-designated places in Florida.
Age Demographics
The median age in Five Points is 35.0 years. This is 18% lower than the state median of 42.6 years.
Economy, Income & Housing
The median household income in Five Points is $63,207. This is 15% lower than the state median of $74,568. It is also 22% lower than the national median of $80,734. The poverty rate stands at 11.1%. This is 12% lower than the state poverty rate of 12.6%. The unemployment rate is 10.3%. This is 114% higher than the state rate of 4.8%. 43.1% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 36% lower than the state average of 67.6%.
Race & Ethnicity
The largest racial or ethnic group in Five Points is White (non-Hispanic), making up 49.1% of the population. Black or African American residents account for 34.9%. The Black or African American population is significantly higher than the state average (34.9% vs 14.6%). The Hispanic or Latino population (1.6%) is well below the state average of 27.4%.
Education
11.2% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 67% 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 77.7%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Five Points, 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 Five Points, Florida?
Five Points, Florida has a population of 1,097 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Five Points, FL?
The median household income in Five Points is $63,207, which is 22% lower than the national median of $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Five Points, FL?
The poverty rate in Five Points is 11.1%. This means approximately 94 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Five Points, Florida?
Five Points's population is 49.1% White, 34.9% Black, 1.6% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.0% Asian.
What is the median home value in Five Points, FL?
The Census Bureau does not publish a reliable median home value estimate for Five Points — there are too few owner-occupied homes in the ACS sample. The national median is $332,700.
How educated is Five Points, Florida?
11.2% of adults (25+) in Five Points hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 0.0% hold a graduate or professional degree.