Lake Helen, Florida Demographics & Population 2026
Demographic data: ACS 2020–2024 five-year estimates. Sources and methodology
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Lake Helen, Florida had a total population of 2,918, the 609th largest city in Florida, with a median household income of $116,250, which is 56% higher than the state average. The poverty rate is 6.9%.
Key Takeaways
- Household income is 56% above the state average — one of the wealthiest communities in Florida.
Lake Helen Quick Facts
How Lake Helen 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 | 2,760 | 2,918 | +5.7% |
| Median household income | $55,452 | $116,250 | +109.6% |
| Median home value¹ | $148,177 | $441,200 | +197.8% |
| Median gross rent | $1,308 | $1,522 | No clear change (+16.3%) |
How Lake Helen 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: 89.5%
- Black: 2.8%
- Hispanic: 5.9%
- Asian: 0.0%
- Other: 0.0%
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: 6.9%
- HS Diploma: 33.3%
- Some College: 21.4%
- Associate's: 10.8%
- Bachelor's: 15.4%
- Graduate+: 12.2%
Lake Helen Rankings in Florida
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Other Cities in Volusia County
| City | Population | Median Income | Poverty | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Deltona | 97,334 | $76,924 | 10.2% | $285,400 |
| Daytona Beach | 78,992 | $52,058 | 20.4% | $287,700 |
| Port Orange | 64,767 | $74,426 | 11.0% | $317,200 |
| Ormond Beach | 43,976 | $69,177 | 10.1% | $354,800 |
| DeLand | 41,611 | $71,863 | 11.0% | $330,900 |
| New Smyrna Beach | 31,974 | $83,865 | 8.2% | $395,300 |
| Edgewater | 23,627 | $60,977 | 10.0% | $256,200 |
| DeBary | 22,869 | $88,569 | 5.3% | $349,700 |
| Orange City | 14,372 | $57,800 | 10.4% | $259,100 |
| South Daytona | 13,543 | $56,579 | 16.9% | $222,200 |
Cities Similar to Lake Helen
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Malabar | 3,066 | $128,698 | $451,100 | 40.1% | 3.0% |
| Indialantic | 3,065 | $104,184 | $604,200 | 69.0% | 10.2% |
| Big Coppitt Key | 3,109 | $105,139 | $534,500 | 23.8% | 4.7% |
| Quail Ridge | 2,916 | $89,564 | $308,200 | 35.3% | 5.3% |
| Vamo | 2,936 | $88,025 | $364,400 | 56.3% | 2.0% |
Population Overview
Lake Helen is a small community located in Florida, within Volusia County. The total population is 2,918. It ranks as the 609th most populous out of 955 Census-designated places in Florida.
Age Demographics
The median age in Lake Helen is 42.8 years. This is about the same as the state median of 42.6 years. 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 Lake Helen is $116,250. This is 56% higher than the state median of $74,568. It is also 44% higher than the national median of $80,734. The poverty rate stands at 6.9%. This is 45% lower than the state poverty rate of 12.6%. The unemployment rate is 3.7%. This is 23% lower than the state rate of 4.8%. The median home value is $441,200. Housing costs are 23% higher than the state median of $359,000. The home-value-to-income ratio is 3.8x. 79.2% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 17% higher than the state average of 67.6%.
Race & Ethnicity
Lake Helen has a predominantly White (non-Hispanic) population, comprising 89.5% of all residents. Hispanic or Latino residents account for 5.9%. The White (non-Hispanic) population is significantly higher than the state average (89.5% vs 50.4%). The Black or African American population (2.8%) is well below the state average of 14.6%. The Hispanic or Latino population (5.9%) is well below the state average of 27.4%.
Education
27.6% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 19% 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 93.1%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Lake Helen, 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 Lake Helen, Florida?
Lake Helen, Florida has a population of 2,918 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Lake Helen, FL?
The median household income in Lake Helen is $116,250, which is 44% higher than the national median of $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Lake Helen, FL?
The poverty rate in Lake Helen is 6.9%. This means approximately 201 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Lake Helen, Florida?
Lake Helen's population is 89.5% White, 2.8% Black, 5.9% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.0% Asian.
What is the median home value in Lake Helen, FL?
The median home value in Lake Helen is $441,200. The home-value-to-income ratio is 3.8x.
How educated is Lake Helen, Florida?
27.6% of adults (25+) in Lake Helen hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 12.2% hold a graduate or professional degree.