Plant City, Florida Demographics & Population 2026
Demographic data: ACS 2020–2024 five-year estimates. Sources and methodology
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Plant City, Florida had a total population of 40,887, the 103rd largest city in Florida, with a median household income of $67,439, which is 10% lower than the state average. The poverty rate is 15.0%.
Plant City Quick Facts
How Plant City 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 | 39,012 | 40,887 | +4.8% |
| Median household income | $66,747 | $67,439 | No clear change (+1.0%) |
| Median home value¹ | $208,482 | $291,800 | +40.0% |
| Median gross rent | $1,227 | $1,409 | +14.8% |
How Plant City 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: 46.9%
- Black: 14.7%
- Hispanic: 33.9%
- Asian: 1.6%
- Other: 0.5%
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: 17.2%
- HS Diploma: 31.1%
- Some College: 18.3%
- Associate's: 9.3%
- Bachelor's: 16.3%
- Graduate+: 8.0%
Plant City Rankings in Florida
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Other Cities in Hillsborough County
| City | Population | Median Income | Poverty | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tampa | 401,618 | $75,475 | 15.4% | $420,400 |
| Brandon | 119,767 | $79,685 | 11.4% | $339,000 |
| Riverview | 113,697 | $100,438 | 7.5% | $384,200 |
| Town 'n' Country | 85,928 | $73,538 | 11.3% | $337,100 |
| University (Hillsborough County) | 48,127 | $37,207 | 37.0% | $164,900 |
| Valrico | 40,239 | $104,839 | 9.9% | $393,700 |
| Carrollwood | 36,725 | $81,959 | 8.4% | $384,600 |
| Egypt Lake-Leto | 35,873 | $54,032 | 16.8% | $315,100 |
| Sun City Center | 33,548 | $73,528 | 8.3% | $317,000 |
| Apollo Beach | 33,355 | $127,617 | 4.6% | $472,700 |
Cities Similar to Plant City
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| DeLand | 41,611 | $71,863 | $330,900 | 33.7% | 11.0% |
| Riviera Beach | 38,657 | $68,060 | $354,500 | 28.9% | 18.4% |
| South Miami Heights | 38,766 | $65,417 | $407,100 | 19.6% | 15.5% |
| University (Orange County) | 41,902 | $59,852 | $298,900 | 34.0% | 27.0% |
| Ormond Beach | 43,976 | $69,177 | $354,800 | 36.5% | 10.1% |
Population Overview
Plant City is a mid-sized community located in Florida, within Hillsborough County. The total population is 40,887. It ranks as the 103rd most populous out of 955 Census-designated places in Florida.
Age Demographics
The median age in Plant City is 37.1 years. This is 13% lower than the state median of 42.6 years.
Economy, Income & Housing
The median household income in Plant City is $67,439. This is 10% lower than the state median of $74,568. It is also 16% lower than the national median of $80,734. The poverty rate stands at 15.0%. This is 19% higher than the state poverty rate of 12.6%. The unemployment rate is 2.9%. This is 40% lower than the state rate of 4.8%. The median home value is $291,800. Housing costs are 19% lower than the state median of $359,000. The home-value-to-income ratio is 4.3x. 66.4% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 2% lower than the state average of 67.6%.
Race & Ethnicity
The largest racial or ethnic group in Plant City is White (non-Hispanic), making up 46.9% of the population. Hispanic or Latino residents account for 33.9%.
Education
24.2% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 29% 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 82.8%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Plant City, 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 Plant City, Florida?
Plant City, Florida has a population of 40,887 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Plant City, FL?
The median household income in Plant City is $67,439, which is 16% lower than the national median of $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Plant City, FL?
The poverty rate in Plant City is 15.0%. This means approximately 6,029 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Plant City, Florida?
Plant City's population is 46.9% White, 14.7% Black, 33.9% Hispanic/Latino, and 1.6% Asian.
What is the median home value in Plant City, FL?
The median home value in Plant City is $291,800. The home-value-to-income ratio is 4.3x.
How educated is Plant City, Florida?
24.2% of adults (25+) in Plant City hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 8.0% hold a graduate or professional degree.