Port Orange, Florida Demographics & Population 2026
Demographic data: ACS 2020–2024 five-year estimates. Sources and methodology
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Port Orange, Florida had a total population of 64,767, the 59th largest city in Florida, with a median household income of $74,426, which is about the same as the state average. The poverty rate is 11.0%.
Port Orange Quick Facts
How Port Orange 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 | 62,726 | 64,767 | +3.3% |
| Median household income | $63,853 | $74,426 | +16.6% |
| Median home value¹ | $220,789 | $317,200 | +43.7% |
| Median gross rent | $1,429 | $1,634 | +14.4% |
How Port Orange 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: 83.0%
- Black: 3.4%
- Hispanic: 6.7%
- Asian: 2.7%
- Other: 0.4%
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: 6.3%
- HS Diploma: 27.0%
- Some College: 23.4%
- Associate's: 11.9%
- Bachelor's: 20.8%
- Graduate+: 10.6%
Port Orange 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 |
| 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 |
| Holly Hill | 13,084 | $55,412 | 21.5% | $205,100 |
Cities Similar to Port Orange
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Four Corners | 65,048 | $72,879 | $351,800 | 35.0% | 10.5% |
| St. Cloud | 65,130 | $83,174 | $356,200 | 31.6% | 10.1% |
| Sanford | 63,730 | $66,891 | $309,300 | 29.5% | 11.9% |
| Palm Harbor | 61,512 | $78,935 | $405,300 | 40.6% | 10.3% |
| Delray Beach | 67,979 | $82,041 | $420,300 | 43.8% | 13.0% |
Population Overview
Port Orange is a mid-sized community located in Florida, within Volusia County. The total population is 64,767. It ranks as the 59th most populous out of 955 Census-designated places in Florida.
Age Demographics
The median age in Port Orange is 46.9 years. This is 10% higher than the state median of 42.6 years. 11.4% 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 Port Orange is $74,426. This is about the same as the state median of $74,568. It is also 8% lower than the national median of $80,734. The poverty rate stands at 11.0%. This is 13% lower than the state poverty rate of 12.6%. The unemployment rate is 4.7%. This is 2% lower than the state rate of 4.8%. The median home value is $317,200. Housing costs are 12% lower than the state median of $359,000. The home-value-to-income ratio is 4.3x. 75.6% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 12% higher than the state average of 67.6%.
Race & Ethnicity
The largest racial or ethnic group in Port Orange is White (non-Hispanic), making up 83.0% of the population. Hispanic or Latino residents account for 6.7%. The White (non-Hispanic) population is significantly higher than the state average (83.0% vs 50.4%). The Black or African American population (3.4%) is well below the state average of 14.6%. The Hispanic or Latino population (6.7%) is well below the state average of 27.4%.
Education
31.4% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 8% 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 93.7%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Port Orange, 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 Port Orange, Florida?
Port Orange, Florida has a population of 64,767 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Port Orange, FL?
The median household income in Port Orange is $74,426, which is 8% lower than the national median of $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Port Orange, FL?
The poverty rate in Port Orange is 11.0%. This means approximately 7,084 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Port Orange, Florida?
Port Orange's population is 83.0% White, 3.4% Black, 6.7% Hispanic/Latino, and 2.7% Asian.
What is the median home value in Port Orange, FL?
The median home value in Port Orange is $317,200. The home-value-to-income ratio is 4.3x.
How educated is Port Orange, Florida?
31.4% of adults (25+) in Port Orange hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 10.6% hold a graduate or professional degree.