Lakeside, Florida Demographics & Population 2026
Demographic data: ACS 2020–2024 five-year estimates. Sources and methodology
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Lakeside, Florida had a total population of 32,105, the 134th largest community in Florida, with a median household income of $81,684, which is 10% higher than the state average. The poverty rate is 8.9%.
Lakeside Quick Facts
How Lakeside 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 | 30,458 | 32,105 | No clear change (+5.4%) |
| Median household income | $78,279 | $81,684 | No clear change (+4.3%) |
| Median home value¹ | $206,513 | $273,900 | +32.6% |
| Median gross rent | $1,293 | $1,479 | +14.3% |
How Lakeside 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: 61.7%
- Black: 16.4%
- Hispanic: 13.9%
- Asian: 1.5%
- Other: 0.8%
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+)
- < High School: 6.8%
- HS Diploma: 31.6%
- Some College: 28.2%
- Associate's: 9.9%
- Bachelor's: 15.1%
- Graduate+: 8.5%
Lakeside Rankings in Florida
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Other Cities in Clay County
| City | Population | Median Income | Poverty | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 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 |
| Keystone Heights | 1,576 | $80,217 | 18.1% | $227,900 |
| Penney Farms | 642 | $52,500 | 9.6% | $230,800 |
Cities Similar to Lakeside
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| New Smyrna Beach | 31,974 | $83,865 | $395,300 | 40.3% | 8.2% |
| Lake Magdalene | 32,083 | $75,594 | $371,800 | 40.2% | 13.0% |
| Ruskin | 29,834 | $79,235 | $323,000 | 22.4% | 10.8% |
| Sun City Center | 33,548 | $73,528 | $317,000 | 38.5% | 8.3% |
| Buenaventura Lakes | 32,682 | $68,887 | $327,500 | 22.4% | 13.3% |
Population Overview
Lakeside is a mid-sized community located in Florida, within Clay County. The total population is 32,105. It ranks as the 134th most populous out of 955 Census-designated places in Florida.
Age Demographics
The median age in Lakeside is 39.5 years. This is 7% lower than the state median of 42.6 years.
Economy, Income & Housing
The median household income in Lakeside is $81,684. This is 10% higher than the state median of $74,568. It is also 1% higher than the national median of $80,734. The poverty rate stands at 8.9%. This is 29% lower than the state poverty rate of 12.6%. The unemployment rate is 6.7%. This is 38% higher than the state rate of 4.8%. The median home value is $273,900. Housing costs are 24% lower than the state median of $359,000. The home-value-to-income ratio is 3.4x. 68.9% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 2% higher than the state average of 67.6%.
Race & Ethnicity
The largest racial or ethnic group in Lakeside is White (non-Hispanic), making up 61.7% of the population. Black or African American residents account for 16.4%.
Education
23.6% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 31% 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 93.2%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Lakeside, 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 Lakeside, Florida?
Lakeside, Florida has a population of 32,105 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Lakeside, FL?
The median household income in Lakeside is $81,684, which is 1% higher than the national median of $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Lakeside, FL?
The poverty rate in Lakeside is 8.9%. This means approximately 2,845 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Lakeside, Florida?
Lakeside's population is 61.7% White, 16.4% Black, 13.9% Hispanic/Latino, and 1.5% Asian.
What is the median home value in Lakeside, FL?
The median home value in Lakeside is $273,900. The home-value-to-income ratio is 3.4x.
How educated is Lakeside, Florida?
23.6% of adults (25+) in Lakeside hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 8.5% hold a graduate or professional degree.