Istachatta, Florida Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Istachatta, Florida had a total population of 115, the 930th largest community in Florida, with a median household income of $43,750, which is 41% lower than the state average. The poverty rate is 7.8%.
Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes
Key Takeaways
- Household income is 41% below the state average, indicating significant economic challenges.
- Only 0.0% of adults have a bachelor's degree, well below the national average of 35.7%.
Istachatta Quick Facts
How Istachatta 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 | 77 | 115 | +49.4% |
How Istachatta Compares
Median Household Income
Median Home Value
Economy & Housing
Household Income Distribution
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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+)
Istachatta Rankings in Florida
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Other Cities in Hernando County
| City | Population | Median Income | Poverty | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Spring Hill | 119,983 | $68,432 | 11.8% | $288,500 |
| Brooksville | 9,457 | $54,926 | 19.7% | $141,000 |
| North Weeki Wachee | 8,979 | $64,891 | 11.7% | $328,700 |
| South Brooksville | 5,099 | $61,196 | 14.0% | $245,300 |
| Timber Pines | 5,007 | $59,185 | 11.5% | $278,200 |
| Brookridge | 4,923 | $53,989 | 8.1% | $156,600 |
| North Brooksville | 4,227 | $78,458 | 14.7% | $209,500 |
| Ridge Manor | 3,935 | $57,857 | 14.6% | $229,800 |
| High Point | 3,548 | $49,368 | 7.9% | $181,300 |
| Hill 'n Dale | 3,083 | $57,500 | 10.1% | $185,300 |
Cities Similar to Istachatta
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Waukeenah | 115 | N/A | N/A | 0.0% | 14.8% |
| Pine Island | 123 | N/A | N/A | 92.8% | 0.0% |
| La Crosse | 124 | N/A | N/A | 24.2% | 40.3% |
| Goodland | 104 | N/A | N/A | 45.2% | 0.0% |
| Acacia Villas | 131 | N/A | N/A | 0.0% | 0.0% |
A note before these figures: with a population of 115, Istachatta'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
Istachatta is a small community located in Florida, within Hernando County. The total population is 115. It ranks as the 930th most populous out of 955 Census-designated places in Florida.
Age Demographics
The median age in Istachatta is 35.0 years. This is 18% lower than the state median of 42.6 years.
Economy, Income & Housing
The median household income in Istachatta is $43,750. This is 41% lower than the state median of $74,568. It is also 46% lower than the national median of $80,734. The poverty rate stands at 7.8%. This is 38% lower than the state poverty rate of 12.6%. The survey records no unemployed residents in Istachatta, which reflects the size of the sample rather than a labor market without joblessness. 100.0% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 48% higher than the state average of 67.6%.
Race & Ethnicity
Every resident counted in Istachatta was recorded as White (non-Hispanic). A figure of exactly 100.0% reflects a survey sample too small to capture the community's full composition rather than a precise measurement.
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 Istachatta, 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 Istachatta, Florida?
Istachatta, Florida has a population of 115 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Istachatta, FL?
The median household income in Istachatta is $43,750, which is 46% lower than the national median of $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Istachatta, FL?
The poverty rate in Istachatta is 7.8%. This means approximately 9 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Istachatta, Florida?
Istachatta's population is 100.0% White, 0.0% Black, 0.0% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.0% Asian.
What is the median home value in Istachatta, FL?
The Census Bureau does not publish a reliable median home value estimate for Istachatta — there are too few owner-occupied homes in the ACS sample. The national median is $332,700.
How educated is Istachatta, Florida?
0.0% of adults (25+) in Istachatta hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 0.0% hold a graduate or professional degree.