Holmes County, Florida Demographics 2026
Holmes County, Florida has a population of 19,513, the 55th most populous county in Florida. The median household income is $49,343 and the median home value is $110,200. The poverty rate is 14.0%.
Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes
Holmes County Quick Facts
How Holmes 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 | 19,626 | 19,513 | -0.6% |
| Median household income | $48,236 | $49,343 | +2.3% |
| Median home value | $101,400 | $110,200 | +8.7% |
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+)
Cities & Places in Holmes County
| City | Population | Median Income | Poverty | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bonifay | 2,797 | $40,896 | 22.1% | $142,100 |
| Ponce de Leon | 780 | $77,798 | 11.9% | $123,800 |
| Esto | 375 | $45,313 | 25.1% | $87,500 |
| Westville | 253 | $73,750 | 12.1% | $102,200 |
| Noma | 237 | $45,972 | 21.5% | $48,800 |
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Population Overview
Holmes County is located in Florida with a total population of 19,513. It is the 55th most populous county out of 67 in Florida. The county encompasses 5 Census-designated places.
Age Demographics
The median age in Holmes County is 43.7 years. This is 3% higher than the state median of 42.6 years.
Economy, Income & Housing
The median household income in Holmes County is $49,343. This is 34% lower than the state median of $74,568. It is also 39% lower than the national median of $80,734. The poverty rate stands at 14.0%. This is 11% higher than the state poverty rate of 12.6%. The unemployment rate is 4.5%. This is 7% lower than the state rate of 4.8%. The median home value is $110,200. Housing costs are 69% lower than the state median of $359,000. With a home-value-to-income ratio of just 2.2x, Holmes County is one of the most affordable housing markets in the area. 76.4% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 13% higher than the state average of 67.6%.
Race & Ethnicity
The largest racial or ethnic group in Holmes County is White (non-Hispanic), making up 84.2% of the population. Black or African American residents account for 5.8%. The White (non-Hispanic) population is significantly higher than the state average (84.2% vs 50.4%). The Black or African American population (5.8%) is well below the state average of 14.6%. The Hispanic or Latino population (3.7%) is well below the state average of 27.4%. The Asian population (0.6%) is well below the state average of 2.9%.
Education
12.5% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 63% 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 87.5%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All figures for Holmes 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 Holmes County, Florida?
Holmes County has a population of 19,513, making it the 55th most populous county in Florida.
What is the median income in Holmes County?
The median household income in Holmes County is $49,343 with a poverty rate of 14.0%.
How many cities are in Holmes County, Florida?
Holmes County contains 5 Census-designated places.