New Port Richey East, Florida Demographics & Population 2026

Demographic data: ACS 2020–2024 five-year estimates. Sources and methodology

During the 2020–2024 ACS period, New Port Richey East, Florida had a total population of 11,939, the 313th largest community in Florida, with a median household income of $46,641, which is 37% lower than the state average. The poverty rate is 15.4%.

Key Takeaways

Household income is 37% below the state average, indicating significant economic challenges.
Unemployment rate of 9.5% is notably above the national average.

New Port Richey East Quick Facts

Population 11,93990% MOE ±1,155

Median Household Income $46,64190% MOE ±$4,484

Median Home Value $220,70090% MOE ±$21,948

Poverty Rate 15.4%90% MOE ±4.3 pts

Unemployment Rate 9.5%90% MOE ±4.3 pts

Median Age 48.9 years90% MOE ±4.9 years

Homeownership Rate 57.9%90% MOE ±8.2 pts

Affordability Ratio 4.7x

Bachelor's Degree or Higher 13.3%90% MOE ±2.8 pts

Adults 25+ with high school education or higher 89.9%

Diversity Index 35/100

Population 11,939 313th of 955

Median Income $46,641 bottom 20%

Poverty Rate 15.4% 24% higher than national

Median Home Value $220,700 bottom 30%

How New Port Richey East 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	10,398	11,939	+14.8%
Median household income	$48,713	$46,641	No clear change (-4.3%)
Median home value¹	$126,148	$220,700	+75.0%
Median gross rent	$1,234	$1,156	No clear change (-6.4%)

¹ The Census Bureau changed its home-value inflation adjustment beginning with the 2022 ACS; interpret that comparison with additional caution.

How New Port Richey East Compares

Median Household Income

New Port Richey East

$46,641

$74,568

National

$80,734

Median Home Value

New Port Richey East

$220,700

$359,000

National

$332,700

Economy & Housing

Household Income Distribution

Under $25K 26.4%

$25K-$50K 28.3%

$50K-$100K 31.9%

$100K+ 13.4%

Detailed income brackets

Under $10K

5.5%

$10K-$15K

4.9%

$15K-$20K

9.3%

$20K-$25K

6.7%

$25K-$30K

7.7%

$30K-$35K

4.9%

$35K-$40K

4.5%

$40K-$45K

3.8%

$45K-$50K

7.3%

$50K-$60K

6.3%

$60K-$75K

13.1%

$75K-$100K

12.6%

$100K-$125K

5.7%

$125K-$150K

4.5%

$150K-$200K

1.6%

$200K+

1.6%

Employment

9.5% Unemployment Rate State: 4.8%|National: 5.2%

52.7% Labor Force Participation

Housing Overview

Owner 57.9%

Renter 42.1%

Affordability Index Moderate

4.7x home value to income ratio

Median gross rent $1,156/mo 29.7% of median household income annually

People & Demographics

Age Distribution

Under 18

16.1%

18-34

18.1%

35-54

22.8%

55-74

31.4%

75+

11.5%

Race & Ethnicity

Diversity Index

Low Diversity

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+)

New Port Richey East Rankings in Florida

#313 Population of 955

#815 Median Income of 911

#790 Education of 955

#692 Home Value of 901

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Other Cities in Pasco County

City	Population	Median Income	Poverty	Home Value
Wesley Chapel	76,011	$107,504	6.4%	$403,700
Land O' Lakes	38,910	$98,568	8.3%	$377,400
Bayonet Point	23,822	$42,524	19.0%	$177,000
Jasmine Estates	23,571	$50,718	18.1%	$199,500
Holiday	22,785	$48,186	19.3%	$170,100
Zephyrhills	19,668	$52,108	13.2%	$224,700
Trinity	18,907	$113,580	9.9%	$459,800
New Port Richey	17,425	$47,606	10.5%	$183,100
Elfers	15,006	$56,054	14.8%	$202,300
Pasadena Hills	13,505	$84,821	4.3%	$338,900

Cities Similar to New Port Richey East

These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.

City	Population	Median Income	Home Value	Bachelor's+	Poverty
Sebring	11,382	$44,184	$191,600	21.0%	24.1%
Florida City	12,943	$47,482	$399,200	11.3%	32.4%
Hudson	11,254	$51,513	$269,200	18.0%	13.0%
Westview	12,107	$57,563	$379,400	15.1%	20.9%
Lake City	12,515	$56,472	$184,900	23.7%	19.8%

Population Overview

New Port Richey East is a small city located in Florida, within Pasco County. The total population is 11,939. It ranks as the 313th most populous out of 955 Census-designated places in Florida.

Age Demographics

The median age in New Port Richey East is 48.9 years. This is 15% higher than the state median of 42.6 years. 11.5% 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 New Port Richey East is $46,641. This is 37% lower than the state median of $74,568. It is also 42% lower than the national median of $80,734. The poverty rate stands at 15.4%. This is 23% higher than the state poverty rate of 12.6%. The unemployment rate is 9.5%. This is 96% higher than the state rate of 4.8%. The median home value is $220,700. Housing costs are 39% lower than the state median of $359,000. The home-value-to-income ratio is 4.7x. 57.9% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 14% lower than the state average of 67.6%.

Race & Ethnicity

The largest racial or ethnic group in New Port Richey East is White (non-Hispanic), making up 79.5% of the population. Hispanic or Latino residents account for 14.4%. The White (non-Hispanic) population is significantly higher than the state average (79.5% vs 50.4%). The Black or African American population (2.7%) is well below the state average of 14.6%. The Asian population (0.5%) is well below the state average of 2.9%.

Education

13.3% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 61% 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 89.9%.

Data Sources & Methodology

All demographic data for New Port Richey East, 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 New Port Richey East, Florida?

New Port Richey East, Florida has a population of 11,939 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.

What is the median household income in New Port Richey East, FL?

The median household income in New Port Richey East is $46,641, which is 42% lower than the national median of $80,734.

What is the poverty rate in New Port Richey East, FL?

The poverty rate in New Port Richey East is 15.4%. This means approximately 1,836 residents live below the federal poverty line.

What is the racial makeup of New Port Richey East, Florida?

New Port Richey East's population is 79.5% White, 2.7% Black, 14.4% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.5% Asian.

What is the median home value in New Port Richey East, FL?

The median home value in New Port Richey East is $220,700. The home-value-to-income ratio is 4.7x.

How educated is New Port Richey East, Florida?

13.3% of adults (25+) in New Port Richey East hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 3.3% hold a graduate or professional degree.