Zephyrhills South, Florida Demographics & Population 2026

Name: Zephyrhills South, Florida Demographics
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Very AffordableHome value to income ratio of 1.2x is exceptionally low

During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Zephyrhills South, Florida had a total population of 5,008, the 481st largest community in Florida, with a median household income of $42,454, which is 43% lower than the state average. The poverty rate is 13.8%.

Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes

Key Takeaways

Household income is 43% below the state average, indicating significant economic challenges.
Housing is very affordable with a home-value-to-income ratio of just 1.2x.

Zephyrhills South Quick Facts

Population 5,008

Median Household Income $42,454

Median Home Value $49,800

Poverty Rate 13.8%

Unemployment Rate 7.5%

Median Age 63.5 years

Homeownership Rate 88.4%

Affordability Ratio 1.2x

Bachelor's Degree or Higher 11.4%

High School Graduation Rate 91.9%

Diversity Index 28/100

Population 5,008 481st of 955

Median Income $42,454 bottom 10%

Poverty Rate 13.8% 11% higher than national

Median Home Value $49,800 bottom 10%

How Zephyrhills South Changed

Change from the 2019–2023 ACS period to 2020–2024. These are rolling five-year estimates, not year-over-year measurements.

Metric	2019–2023	2020–2024	Change
Population	5,422	5,008	-7.6%
Median household income	$39,884	$42,454	+6.4%
Median home value	$41,900	$49,800	+18.9%

How Zephyrhills South Compares

Median Household Income

Zephyrhills South

$42,454

$74,568

National

$80,734

Median Home Value

Zephyrhills South

$49,800

$359,000

National

$332,700

Economy & Housing

Household Income Distribution

Under $25K 24.6%

$25K-$50K 32.8%

$50K-$100K 32.4%

$100K+ 10.2%

Detailed income brackets

Under $10K

7.1%

$10K-$15K

3.3%

$15K-$20K

6.5%

$20K-$25K

7.8%

$25K-$30K

11.6%

$30K-$35K

6.1%

$35K-$40K

5.8%

$40K-$45K

2.9%

$45K-$50K

6.4%

$50K-$60K

10.2%

$60K-$75K

9.3%

$75K-$100K

13.0%

$100K-$125K

4.1%

$125K-$150K

2.8%

$150K-$200K

2.2%

$200K+

1.1%

Employment

7.5% Unemployment Rate State: 4.8%|National: 5.2%

39.1% Labor Force Participation

Housing Overview

Owner 88.4%

Renter 11.6%

Affordability Index Very Affordable

1.2x home value to income ratio

Median gross rent $926/mo 26.2% of median household income annually

People & Demographics

Age Distribution

Under 18

10.6%

18-34

10.9%

35-54

15.3%

55-74

37.9%

75+

25.3%

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+)

Zephyrhills South Rankings in Florida

#481 Population of 955

#849 Median Income of 911

#821 Education of 955

#898 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 Zephyrhills South

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

City	Population	Median Income	Home Value	Bachelor's+	Poverty
Combee Settlement	5,242	$40,384	$195,900	14.4%	27.3%
Lake Panasoffkee	4,768	$44,531	$153,000	10.5%	30.4%
Kenneth City	5,012	$49,347	$241,200	17.3%	13.8%
Fort Pierce South	5,028	$50,503	$224,100	17.2%	29.8%
South Bay	5,102	$51,417	$142,300	8.8%	32.3%

Population Overview

Zephyrhills South is a small city located in Florida, within Pasco County. The total population is 5,008. It ranks as the 481st most populous out of 955 Census-designated places in Florida.

Age Demographics

The median age in Zephyrhills South is 63.5 years. This is 49% higher than the state median of 42.6 years. Only 10.6% of residents are under 18, indicating fewer families with children. 25.3% 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 Zephyrhills South is $42,454. This is 43% lower than the state median of $74,568. It is also 47% lower than the national median of $80,734. The poverty rate stands at 13.8%. This is 10% higher than the state poverty rate of 12.6%. The unemployment rate is 7.5%. This is 55% higher than the state rate of 4.8%. The median home value is $49,800. Housing costs are 86% lower than the state median of $359,000. With a home-value-to-income ratio of just 1.2x, Zephyrhills South is one of the most affordable housing markets in the area. 88.4% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 31% higher than the state average of 67.6%.

Race & Ethnicity

The largest racial or ethnic group in Zephyrhills South is White (non-Hispanic), making up 84.1% of the population. Hispanic or Latino residents account for 9.3%. The White (non-Hispanic) population is significantly higher than the state average (84.1% vs 50.4%). The Black or African American population (1.5%) is well below the state average of 14.6%. The Hispanic or Latino population (9.3%) is well below the state average of 27.4%. The Asian population (0.5%) is well below the state average of 2.9%.

Education

11.4% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 67% 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 91.9%.

Data Sources & Methodology

All demographic data for Zephyrhills South, 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 Zephyrhills South, Florida?

Zephyrhills South, Florida has a population of 5,008 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.

What is the median household income in Zephyrhills South, FL?

The median household income in Zephyrhills South is $42,454, which is 47% lower than the national median of $80,734.

What is the poverty rate in Zephyrhills South, FL?

The poverty rate in Zephyrhills South is 13.8%. This means approximately 692 residents live below the federal poverty line.

What is the racial makeup of Zephyrhills South, Florida?

Zephyrhills South's population is 84.1% White, 1.5% Black, 9.3% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.5% Asian.

What is the median home value in Zephyrhills South, FL?

The median home value in Zephyrhills South is $49,800. The home-value-to-income ratio is 1.2x.

How educated is Zephyrhills South, Florida?

11.4% of adults (25+) in Zephyrhills South hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 3.5% hold a graduate or professional degree.