Tice, Florida Demographics & Population 2026
Demographic data: ACS 2020–2024 five-year estimates. Sources and methodology
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Tice, Florida had a total population of 4,758, the 495th largest community in Florida, with a median household income of $53,505, which is 28% lower than the state average. The poverty rate is 19.4%.
Key Takeaways
- Only 7.6% of adults have a bachelor's degree, well below the national average of 35.7%.
- Near full employment with an unemployment rate of just 2.1%.
Tice Quick Facts
How Tice 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 | 5,092 | 4,758 | No clear change (-6.6%) |
| Median household income | $45,908 | $53,505 | No clear change (+16.5%) |
| Median home value¹ | $127,009 | $174,800 | +37.6% |
| Median gross rent | $1,062 | $1,148 | No clear change (+8.1%) |
How Tice 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: 18.2%
- Black: 8.5%
- Hispanic: 70.0%
- Asian: 1.7%
- Other: 0.1%
Diversity Index
Moderate diversity with one or two groups making up the majority.
State average: 65 | National average: 61
Education
Educational Attainment (Adults 25+)
- < High School: 38.9%
- HS Diploma: 43.3%
- Some College: 7.9%
- Associate's: 2.3%
- Bachelor's: 5.4%
- Graduate+: 2.2%
Tice Rankings in Florida
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Other Cities in Lee County
| City | Population | Median Income | Poverty | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cape Coral | 215,536 | $78,104 | 10.8% | $373,500 |
| Lehigh Acres | 132,353 | $66,890 | 17.1% | $292,400 |
| Fort Myers | 95,051 | $63,732 | 16.3% | $384,500 |
| Bonita Springs | 55,904 | $95,210 | 9.6% | $497,100 |
| North Fort Myers | 44,993 | $56,261 | 14.8% | $161,800 |
| Estero | 37,858 | $104,102 | 7.7% | $461,900 |
| San Carlos Park | 19,159 | $85,952 | 9.4% | $325,000 |
| Villas | 13,644 | $58,413 | 10.0% | $248,700 |
| Iona | 13,631 | $66,827 | 8.2% | $322,800 |
| Cypress Lake | 13,032 | $62,590 | 9.8% | $258,900 |
Cities Similar to Tice
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Brookridge | 4,923 | $53,989 | $156,600 | 20.5% | 8.1% |
| Wauchula | 4,927 | $53,013 | $191,800 | 9.3% | 38.1% |
| Fellsmere | 4,953 | $55,893 | $175,400 | 12.1% | 18.8% |
| Warm Mineral Springs | 4,470 | $53,668 | $188,300 | 24.8% | 14.7% |
| Moon Lake | 4,638 | $48,878 | N/A | 7.4% | 31.1% |
Population Overview
Tice is a small community located in Florida, within Lee County. The total population is 4,758. It ranks as the 495th most populous out of 955 Census-designated places in Florida.
Age Demographics
The median age in Tice is 33.6 years. This is 21% lower than the state median of 42.6 years.
Economy, Income & Housing
The median household income in Tice is $53,505. This is 28% lower than the state median of $74,568. It is also 34% lower than the national median of $80,734. The poverty rate stands at 19.4%. This is 54% higher than the state poverty rate of 12.6%. The unemployment rate is 2.1%. This is 57% lower than the state rate of 4.8%. The median home value is $174,800. Housing costs are 51% lower than the state median of $359,000. The home-value-to-income ratio is 3.3x. 43.4% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 36% lower than the state average of 67.6%.
Race & Ethnicity
The largest racial or ethnic group in Tice is Hispanic or Latino, making up 70.0% of the population. White (non-Hispanic) residents account for 18.2%. The White (non-Hispanic) population (18.2%) is well below the state average of 50.4%. The Hispanic or Latino population is significantly higher than the state average (70.0% vs 27.4%).
Education
7.6% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is among the lowest rates in the state, which may correlate with employment and income patterns. This is 78% 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 61.1%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Tice, 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 Tice, Florida?
Tice, Florida has a population of 4,758 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Tice, FL?
The median household income in Tice is $53,505, which is 34% lower than the national median of $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Tice, FL?
The poverty rate in Tice is 19.4%. This means approximately 920 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Tice, Florida?
Tice's population is 18.2% White, 8.5% Black, 70.0% Hispanic/Latino, and 1.7% Asian.
What is the median home value in Tice, FL?
The median home value in Tice is $174,800. The home-value-to-income ratio is 3.3x.
How educated is Tice, Florida?
7.6% of adults (25+) in Tice hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 2.2% hold a graduate or professional degree.