Hendry County, Florida Demographics 2026
Hendry County, Florida has a population of 42,382, the 46th most populous county in Florida. The median household income is $56,393 and the median home value is $219,200. The poverty rate is 22.5%.
Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes
Hendry County Quick Facts
How Hendry 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 | 40,798 | 42,382 | +3.9% |
| Median household income | $53,044 | $56,393 | +6.3% |
| Median home value | $189,700 | $219,200 | +15.6% |
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 Hendry County
| City | Population | Median Income | Poverty | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Port LaBelle | 7,923 | $75,231 | 11.9% | $230,400 |
| Clewiston | 7,348 | $57,222 | 16.4% | $239,200 |
| LaBelle | 5,184 | $53,309 | 17.2% | $204,400 |
| Montura | 4,121 | $34,617 | 38.3% | $124,400 |
| Harlem | 2,420 | $46,038 | 6.7% | $56,200 |
| Fort Denaud | 1,639 | $56,042 | 7.7% | $330,100 |
| Pioneer | 868 | $64,015 | 13.7% | $337,500 |
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Population Overview
Hendry County is located in Florida with a total population of 42,382. It is the 46th most populous county out of 67 in Florida. The county encompasses 7 Census-designated places.
Age Demographics
The median age in Hendry County is 35.8 years. This is 16% lower than the state median of 42.6 years.
Economy, Income & Housing
The median household income in Hendry County is $56,393. This is 24% lower than the state median of $74,568. It is also 30% lower than the national median of $80,734. The poverty rate stands at 22.5%. This is 79% 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 4.4%. This is 9% lower than the state rate of 4.8%. The median home value is $219,200. Housing costs are 39% lower than the state median of $359,000. The home-value-to-income ratio is 3.9x. 73.6% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 9% higher than the state average of 67.6%.
Race & Ethnicity
The largest racial or ethnic group in Hendry County is Hispanic or Latino, making up 57.6% of the population. White (non-Hispanic) residents account for 28.3%. The Hispanic or Latino population is significantly higher than the state average (57.6% vs 27.4%). The Asian population (1.1%) is well below the state average of 2.9%.
Education
12.2% 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. This is 64% 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 68.0%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All figures for Hendry 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 Hendry County, Florida?
Hendry County has a population of 42,382, making it the 46th most populous county in Florida.
What is the median income in Hendry County?
The median household income in Hendry County is $56,393 with a poverty rate of 22.5%.
How many cities are in Hendry County, Florida?
Hendry County contains 7 Census-designated places.