Glades County, Florida Demographics 2026
Glades County, Florida has a population of 12,563, the 64th most populous county in Florida. The median household income is $45,870 and the median home value is $137,000. The poverty rate is 17.2%.
Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes
Glades County Quick Facts
How Glades County 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 | 12,324 | 12,563 | +1.9% |
| Median household income | $38,905 | $45,870 | +17.9% |
| Median home value | $114,800 | $137,000 | +19.3% |
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 diverse community with significant representation from multiple racial and ethnic groups.
State average: 65 | National average: 61
Education
Educational Attainment (Adults 25+)
Cities & Places in Glades County
| City | Population | Median Income | Poverty | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Moore Haven | 2,131 | $40,094 | 26.3% | $104,700 |
| Buckhead Ridge | 986 | $43,167 | 8.3% | $152,100 |
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Population Overview
Glades County is located in Florida with a total population of 12,563. It is the 64th most populous county out of 67 in Florida. The county encompasses 2 Census-designated places.
Age Demographics
The median age in Glades County is 46.0 years. This is 8% higher than the state median of 42.6 years. Only 13.2% of residents are under 18, indicating fewer families with children. 13.1% 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 Glades County is $45,870. This is 38% lower than the state median of $74,568. It is also 43% lower than the national median of $80,734. The poverty rate stands at 17.2%. This is 37% higher than the state poverty rate of 12.6%. The unemployment rate is 7.1%. This is 48% higher than the state rate of 4.8%. The median home value is $137,000. Housing costs are 62% lower than the state median of $359,000. The home-value-to-income ratio is 3.0x. 85.1% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 26% higher than the state average of 67.6%.
Race & Ethnicity
The largest racial or ethnic group in Glades County is White (non-Hispanic), making up 54.6% of the population. Hispanic or Latino residents account for 25.7%. The Asian population (0.4%) is well below the state average of 2.9%.
Education
13.4% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 61% 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 75.3%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All figures for Glades County come from the U.S. Census Bureau's American Community Survey (ACS) 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates, with comparisons drawn against Florida and national averages from the same dataset. See our methodology page for how each metric is defined, or data.census.gov for official tables with margins of error.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the population of Glades County, Florida?
Glades County has a population of 12,563, making it the 64th most populous county in Florida.
What is the median income in Glades County?
The median household income in Glades County is $45,870 with a poverty rate of 17.2%.
How many cities are in Glades County, Florida?
Glades County contains 2 Census-designated places.