Polk City town, Florida Demographics & Population 2026

Name: Polk City town, Florida Demographics
Creator: U.S. Census Bureau
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As of 2026, Polk City town, Florida has a total population of 2,884, the 609th largest city in Florida, with a median household income of $83,333, which is 16% higher than the state average. The poverty rate is 11.7%.

Polk City town Quick Facts

Population 2,884

Median Household Income $83,333

Median Home Value $287,600

Poverty Rate 11.7%

Unemployment Rate 2.7%

Median Age 40.5 years

Homeownership Rate 81.9%

Affordability Ratio 3.5x

Bachelor's Degree or Higher 20.0%

High School Graduation Rate 90.4%

Diversity Index 57/100

Population 2,884 609th of 953

Median Income $83,333 above average

Poverty Rate 11.7% 6% lower national

Median Home Value $287,600 average

How Polk City town Compares

Median Household Income

Polk City town

$83,333

$71,711

National

$78,538

Median Home Value

Polk City town

$287,600

$325,000

National

$303,400

Economy & Housing

Household Income Distribution

Under $25K 14.3%

$25K-$50K 19.7%

$50K-$100K 23.7%

$100K+ 42.4%

Employment

2.7% Unemployment Rate State: 4.8% | National: 5.2%

58.5% Labor Force Participation

Housing Overview

Owner 81.9%

Renter 18.1%

Affordability Index Affordable

3.5x home value to income ratio

People & Demographics

Age Distribution

Under 18

18.0%

18-34

22.3%

35-54

27.4%

55-74

27.6%

75+

4.7%

Race & Ethnicity

Diversity Index

High Diversity

A diverse community with significant representation from multiple racial and ethnic groups.

State average: 64 | National average: 60

Education

Educational Attainment (Adults 25+)

Polk City town Rankings in Florida

#609 Population of 953

#287 Median Income of 953

#622 Education of 953

#472 Home Value of 953

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Cities Similar to Polk City town

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

City	Population	Median Income	Home Value	Bachelor's+	Poverty
Vamo CDP	2,845	$85,094	$309,900	57.4%	2.4%
Olga CDP	2,876	$90,733	$306,500	19.8%	3.4%
Quail Ridge CDP	2,983	$86,279	$252,600	34.4%	5.2%
Biscayne Park village	3,056	$84,750	$606,800	45.0%	29.6%
Lake Helen city	2,877	$94,952	$344,900	24.4%	8.4%

Population Overview

Polk City town is a small community located in Florida. The total population is 2,884. It ranks as the 609th most populous out of 953 cities and towns in Florida.

Age Demographics

The median age in Polk City town is 40.5 years. This is 5% lower than the state median of 42.6 years.

Economy, Income & Housing

The median household income in Polk City town is $83,333. This is 16% higher than the state median of $71,711. Compared to the national median of $78,538, household income here is 6% higher. The poverty rate stands at 11.7%. This is 7% lower than the state poverty rate of 12.6%. The unemployment rate is 2.7%. This is 44% lower than the state rate of 4.8%. The median home value is $287,600. Housing costs are 12% lower than the state median of $325,000. The home-value-to-income ratio is 3.5x. 81.9% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 22% higher than the state average of 67.3%.

Race & Ethnicity

The largest racial or ethnic group in Polk City town is White (non-Hispanic), making up 56.0% of the population. Hispanic or Latino residents account for 33.6%. The Black or African American population (5.7%) is well below the state average of 14.8%.

Education

20.0% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 40% lower than the state rate of 33.2%. Nationally, 35.0% of adults hold at least a bachelor's degree. The high school graduation rate (or equivalent) is 90.4%.

Data Sources & Methodology

All demographic data for Polk City town, Florida is sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau's American Community Survey (ACS) 5-Year Estimates (2019-2023). The ACS collects data from approximately 3.5 million households annually, providing reliable estimates for communities of all sizes. Comparisons are made against Florida state averages and national averages calculated from the same dataset. Rankings reflect the city's position among all 953 Census-designated places in Florida. For official data, visit data.census.gov.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the population of Polk City town, Florida?

Polk City town, Florida has a population of 2,884 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.

What is the median household income in Polk City town, FL?

The median household income in Polk City town is $83,333, which is 6% higher the national median of $78,538.

What is the poverty rate in Polk City town, FL?

The poverty rate in Polk City town is 11.7%. This means approximately 337 residents live below the federal poverty line.

What is the racial makeup of Polk City town, Florida?

Polk City town's population is 56.0% White, 5.7% Black, 33.6% Hispanic/Latino, and 1.6% Asian.

What is the median home value in Polk City town, FL?

The median home value in Polk City town is $287,600. The home-value-to-income ratio is 3.5x.

How educated is Polk City town, Florida?

20.0% of adults (25+) in Polk City town hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 5.0% hold a graduate or professional degree.