Lakeland, FL
LAKELAND, FLORIDA: Demographic and Financial Snapshot
(Last updated on 1.6.21)
AGE IN LAKELAND, FLORIDA
| Age Range | Population | Percent |
| 20 to 24 years | 7,737 | 7.3% |
| 25 to 29 years | 6,740 | 6.4% |
| 30 to 34 years | 6,566 | 6.2% |
| 35 to 39 years | 6,004 | 5.7% |
| 40 to 44 years | 6,334 | 6.0% |
| 45 to 49 years | 6,136 | 5.8% |
| 50 to 54 years | 6,457 | 6.1% |
| 55 to 59 years | 6,193 | 5.8% |
| 60 to 64 years | 6,284 | 5.9% |
| 65 to 69 years | 6,675 | 6.3% |
| 70 to 74 years | 5,178 | 4.9% |
| 75 to 79 years | 4,323 | 4.1% |
| 80 to 84 years | 3,752 | 3.5% |
| 85+ years | 3,166 | 3.0% |
The median age in Lakeland is 41.1 years
Source: US Census Data; https://data.census.gov/cedsci
Survey/Program: American Community Survey (2018 estimates)
Data Point: Age
ETHNICITY IN LAKELAND, FLORIDA
| Ethnicity | Population | Percent |
| White | 76,858 | 72.5% |
| Black or African American | 21,867 | 20.6% |
| American Indian and Alaska Native | 342 | 0.3% |
| Asian | 2,549 | 2.4% |
| Native Hawaiian and Other Pacific Islander | 81 | 0.1% |
| Other | 2,021 | 1.9% |
Source: US Census; https://data.census.gov/cedsci
Survey/Program: American Community Survey (2018 estimates)
Data Point: Race
EDUCATION IN LAKELAND, FLORIDA
| Education Level | Population | Percent |
| Less than 9th grade | 2,964 | 4.0% |
| 9th to 12th grade, no diploma | 5,338 | 7.2% |
| High school graduate (includes GED) | 25,283 | 34.3% |
| Some college, no degree | 14,156 | 19.2% |
| Associate’s degree | 6,640 | 9.0% |
| Bachelor’s degree | 12,567 | 17.0% |
| Graduate or professional degree | 6,860 | 9.3% |
| High school graduate or higher | 65,506 | 88.8% |
| Bachelor’s degree or higher | 19,427 | 26.3% |
| Less than Bachelor’s degree | 54,381 | 73.7% |
Source: US Census; https://data.census.gov/cedsci
Survey/Program: American Community Survey (2018 estimates)
Data Point: Education (population 25+ years)
HOUSEHOLD INCOME IN LAKELAND, FLORIDA
| Annual Household Income | Percent |
| Less than $10,000 | 7.3% |
| $10,000 to $14,999 | 6.0% |
| $15,000 to $24,999 | 12.8% |
| $25,000 to $34,999 | 12.4% |
| $35,000 to $49,999 | 16.4% |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 18.4% |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 10.7% |
| $100,000 to $149,999 | 9.4% |
| $150,000 to $199,999 | 3.3% |
| $200,000 or more | 3.2% |
Median household income: $44,313
Mean household income: $63,287
Source: US Census; https://data.census.gov/cedsci
Survey/Program: American Community Survey (2018 estimates)
Data Point: Household Income
HOUSEHOLD INCOME BY EDUCATION IN LAKELAND, FLORIDA
| Education Level | Average Income |
| Less than high school graduate | $23,892 |
| High school graduate (includes GED) | $26,915 |
| Some college or Associate’s degree | $32,448 |
| Bachelor’s degree | $46,263 |
| Graduate or professional degree | $52,461 |
Source: US Census; https://data.census.gov/cedsci
Survey/Program: American Community Survey (2018 estimates)
Data Point: Median earnings in past 12 months by education (population 25+ years with earnings)
MARITAL STATUS IN LAKELAND, FLORIDA
| Population | Percent | |
| Population 15+ years | 88,369 | NA |
| Never married | 28,633 | 32.4% |
| Now married (except separated) | 36,915 | 41.8% |
| Separated | 990 | 1.1% |
| Widowed | 8,139 | 9.2% |
| Divorced | 13,692 | 15.5% |
Source: US Census; https://data.census.gov/cedsci
Survey/Program: American Community Survey (2018 estimates)
Data Point: Marital Status for population 15 years and over
POVERTY STATUS IN LAKELAND, FLORIDA
| Population | Percent | |
| Living beneath poverty line | 17,277 | 17.0% |
Source: US Census; https://data.census.gov/cedsci
Survey/Program: American Community Survey (2018 estimates)
Data Point: Poverty Rate
HOUSING IN LAKELAND, FLORIDA
| Owner-occupied housing units | 22,494 |
| Renter-occupied housing units | 18,444 |
| Single-family detached units | 23,879 |
| Homeownership rate | 54.9% |
| Vacancy rate | 17.0% |
| Renters rate | 45.1% |
| Average housing value | $155,328 |
| Average monthly owner cost (with mortgage) | $663 |
| Average rent | $853 |
Source: US Census; https://cbb.census.gov/rae/#
Survey/Program: 2009-2013 and the 2014-2018 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates
Data Point: Housing Characteristics
SOCIOECONOMIC CHARACTERISTICS IN LAKELAND, FLORIDA
| Average income | $63,287 |
| Average household size | 2.47 |
| Percent population 16 years and over in labor force | 55.0% |
| Percent disabled | 16.0% |
| Percent with health coverage | 89.7% |
| Average travel time to work (in minutes) | 21.6 |
| Percent workers using public transportation | 0.8% |
| Percent veterans | 9.3% |
| Percent foreign born | 10.4% |
| Percent speaking Spanish at home | 4.3% |
Source: US Census; https://cbb.census.gov/rae/#
Survey/Program: 2009-2013 and the 2014-2018 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates
Data Point: Socioeconomic Characteristics
CONSUMER SPENDING IN LAKELAND, FLORIDA
| Total consumer expenditures per household | $56,979.13 |
| Alcoholic beverages | $428.47 |
| Alcoholic beverages consumed at home | $254.60 |
| Beer consumed away from home | $74.54 |
| Wine consumed away from home | $38.26 |
| Apparel & services | $1,624.03 |
| Men’s apparel | $311.76 |
| Women’s apparel | $549.63 |
| Children’s apparel | $237.62 |
| Boys’ apparel | $81.09 |
| Girls’ apparel | $90.69 |
| Footwear | $369.34 |
| Dining out (food away from home) | $2,798.10 |
| Dining out – Breakfast | $290.22 |
| Dining out – Lunch | $874.64 |
| Dining out – Dinner | $1,295.86 |
| Education | $1,094.55 |
| Entertainment / recreation | $2,491.84 |
| Club membership fees | $166.43 |
| Dating services | $0.61 |
| Pet food | $214.97 |
| Pet services | $49.09 |
| Food consumed at home | $4,049.42 |
| Bakery products consumed at home | $531.09 |
| Dairy products consumed at home | $418.43 |
| Fruits and vegetables consumed at home | $783.53 |
| Meat, poultry, fish, eggs consumed at home | $896.38 |
| Nonalcoholic beverages consumed at home | $402.00 |
| Snacks / other food products consumed at home | $1,420.00 |
| Health care | $4,732.24 |
| Medical services | $855.02 |
| Nonprescription drugs | $118.44 |
| Household Services | $1,558.29 |
| Care for the elderly and handicapped | $67.48 |
| Lawn and garden services | $354.19 |
| Housekeeping services | $131.56 |
| PC repair | $5.30 |
| Housing | $17,833.84 |
| Home improvements | $1,991.15 |
| Utilities, fuel, and public services | $3,855.32 |
| Phone services | $1,376.50 |
| Water | $560.71 |
| Life and other insurance | $347.18 |
| Pensions and social security | $5,860.58 |
| Personal care products and services | $689.26 |
| Hair care products | $81.79 |
| Personal care products | $296.26 |
| Local transportation | $6,638.43 |
| Gasoline | $1,733.12 |
| Vehicle maintenance and repair | $915.65 |
| Travel | $1,640.89 |
| Airline fares | $392.27 |
| Auto / truck rental on trips | $19.06 |
| Lodging on trips | $451.45 |
| Food and drink on trips | $396.93 |
| Entertainment on trips | $137.91 |
Source: US Census; https://cbb.census.gov/rae/#
Survey/Program: 2009-2013 and the 2014-2018 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates
Data Point: Consumer Spending (Consumer expenditures per household)
DEBT IN POLK COUNTY (home to LAKELAND, FLORIDA)
| % with any debt in collections | 40% |
| Average debt in collections | $2,134 |
| % with medical debt in collections | 23% |
| Average medical debt in collections | $1,153 |
| % with student loan debt | 13% |
| Average student loan debt | $18,666 |
| Average monthly student loan payment | $157 |
| % with auto debt | 36% |
Source: Urban Institute; https://apps.urban.org/features/debt-interactive-map/
Survey/Program: Data from credit bureau data (2018) + the US Census Bureau’s American Community Survey (2017)
Data Point: Consumer Debt
UNEMPLOYMENT IN LAKELAND, FLORIDA
| Year | Population | Percent |
| January 2019 | 2,100 | 4.5% |
| February 2019 | 1,771 | 3.8% |
| March 2019 | 1,754 | 3.7% |
| April 2019 | 1,628 | 3.5% |
| May 2019 | 1,776 | 3.8% |
| June 2019 | 1,974 | 4.2% |
| July 2019 | 1,961 | 4.1% |
| August 2019 | 1,830 | 3.9% |
| September 2019 | 1,601 | 3.3% |
| October 2019 | 1,599 | 3.3% |
| November 2019 | 1,565 | 3.3% |
| December 2019 | 1,490 | 3.1% |
| January 2020 | 1,827 | 3.8% |
| February 2020 | 1,669 | 3.5% |
| March 2020 | 2,347 | 4.9% |
| April 2020 | 4,934 | 11.4% |
| May 2020 | 5,341 | 12.0% |
| June 2020 | 4,170 | 9.4% |
| July 2020 | 4,896 | 10.7% |
| August 2020 | 3,423 | 7.3% |
| September 2020 | 2,994 | 6.4% |
| October 2020 | 3,066 | 6.5% |
Source: US Bureau of Labor Statistics; https://www.bls.gov/lau/data.htm
Survey/Program: Local Area Employment Statistics
Data Point: Unemployment totals (not seasonally adjusted)
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