Keystone Heights, Florida Demographics & Population 2026
Demographic data: ACS 2020–2024 five-year estimates. Sources and methodology
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Keystone Heights, Florida had a total population of 1,576, the 719th largest city in Florida, with a median household income of $80,217, which is 8% higher than the state average. The poverty rate is 18.1%.
Keystone Heights Quick Facts
How Keystone Heights 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 | 1,581 | 1,576 | No clear change (-0.3%) |
| Median household income | $70,766 | $80,217 | No clear change (+13.4%) |
| Median home value¹ | $175,376 | $227,900 | +29.9% |
| Median gross rent | $1,325 | $1,258 | No clear change (-5.1%) |
How Keystone Heights 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: 78.5%
- Black: 0.2%
- Hispanic: 11.9%
- Asian: 4.3%
- Other: 0.6%
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+)
- < High School: 10.9%
- HS Diploma: 25.4%
- Some College: 22.4%
- Associate's: 11.0%
- Bachelor's: 17.0%
- Graduate+: 13.3%
Keystone Heights Rankings in Florida
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Other Cities in Clay County
| City | Population | Median Income | Poverty | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lakeside | 32,105 | $81,684 | 8.9% | $273,900 |
| Oakleaf Plantation | 32,070 | $108,543 | 8.8% | $351,200 |
| Fleming Island | 29,766 | $116,611 | 5.7% | $422,400 |
| Bellair-Meadowbrook Terrace | 14,755 | $59,388 | 15.5% | $224,900 |
| Asbury Lake | 14,458 | $100,949 | 2.2% | $329,600 |
| Middleburg | 11,644 | $74,634 | 8.0% | $254,600 |
| Green Cove Springs | 10,044 | $75,142 | 12.7% | $371,000 |
| Orange Park | 9,055 | $77,106 | 13.8% | $313,100 |
| Penney Farms | 642 | $52,500 | 9.6% | $230,800 |
Cities Similar to Keystone Heights
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| South Palm Beach | 1,576 | $91,750 | $415,900 | 45.6% | 12.3% |
| Patrick AFB | 1,644 | $76,250 | N/A | 48.0% | 15.4% |
| Ocala Estates | 1,705 | N/A | $152,900 | 5.5% | 26.4% |
| Palm Shores | 1,458 | $77,500 | $351,600 | 31.4% | 6.2% |
| East Palatka | 1,494 | $73,718 | $246,600 | 8.9% | 27.2% |
Population Overview
Keystone Heights is a small community located in Florida, within Clay County. The total population is 1,576. It ranks as the 719th most populous out of 955 Census-designated places in Florida.
Age Demographics
The median age in Keystone Heights is 38.4 years. This is 10% lower than the state median of 42.6 years.
Economy, Income & Housing
The median household income in Keystone Heights is $80,217. This is 8% higher than the state median of $74,568. It is also about the same as the national median of $80,734. The poverty rate stands at 18.1%. This is 44% higher than the state poverty rate of 12.6%. The unemployment rate is 4.4%. This is 10% lower than the state rate of 4.8%. The median home value is $227,900. Housing costs are 37% lower than the state median of $359,000. With a home-value-to-income ratio of just 2.8x, Keystone Heights is one of the most affordable housing markets in the area. 81.2% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 20% higher than the state average of 67.6%.
Race & Ethnicity
The largest racial or ethnic group in Keystone Heights is White (non-Hispanic), making up 78.5% of the population. Hispanic or Latino residents account for 11.9%. The White (non-Hispanic) population is significantly higher than the state average (78.5% vs 50.4%). The Black or African American population (0.2%) is well below the state average of 14.6%. The Hispanic or Latino population (11.9%) is well below the state average of 27.4%. The Asian population is significantly higher than the state average (4.3% vs 2.9%).
Education
30.3% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 11% 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 89.1%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Keystone Heights, 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 Keystone Heights, Florida?
Keystone Heights, Florida has a population of 1,576 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Keystone Heights, FL?
The median household income in Keystone Heights is $80,217, which is about the same as the national median of $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Keystone Heights, FL?
The poverty rate in Keystone Heights is 18.1%. This means approximately 283 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Keystone Heights, Florida?
Keystone Heights's population is 78.5% White, 0.2% Black, 11.9% Hispanic/Latino, and 4.3% Asian.
What is the median home value in Keystone Heights, FL?
The median home value in Keystone Heights is $227,900. The home-value-to-income ratio is 2.8x.
How educated is Keystone Heights, Florida?
30.3% of adults (25+) in Keystone Heights hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 13.3% hold a graduate or professional degree.