Ocala, FL
OCALA, FLORIDA: Demographic and Financial Snapshot
(Last updated on 1.8.21)
AGE IN OCALA, FLORIDA
| Age Range | Population | Percent |
| 20 to 24 years | 4,364 | 7.4% |
| 25 to 29 years | 3,724 | 6.4% |
| 30 to 34 years | 3,468 | 5.9% |
| 35 to 39 years | 3,823 | 6.5% |
| 40 to 44 years | 3,897 | 6.7% |
| 45 to 49 years | 3,691 | 6.3% |
| 50 to 54 years | 3,719 | 6.3% |
| 55 to 59 years | 3,494 | 6.0% |
| 60 to 64 years | 2,962 | 5.1% |
| 65 to 69 years | 3,488 | 6.0% |
| 70 to 74 years | 2,803 | 4.8% |
| 75 to 79 years | 1,653 | 2.8% |
| 80 to 84 years | 1,185 | 2.0% |
| 85+ years | 1,948 | 3.3% |
The median age in Ocala is 39.4 years
Source: US Census Data; https://data.census.gov/cedsci
Survey/Program: American Community Survey (2018 estimates)
Data Point: Age
ETHNICITY IN OCALA, FLORIDA
| Ethnicity | Population | Percent |
| White | 43,109 | 73.6% |
| Black or African American | 11,753 | 20.1% |
| American Indian and Alaska Native | 27 | 0.0% |
| Asian | 1,787 | 3.0% |
| Native Hawaiian and Other Pacific Islander | 75 | 0.1% |
| Other | 263 | 0.4% |
Source: US Census; https://data.census.gov/cedsci
Survey/Program: American Community Survey (2018 estimates)
Data Point: Race
EDUCATION IN OCALA, FLORIDA
| Education Level | Population | Percent |
| Less than 9th grade | 1,330 | 3.3% |
| 9th to 12th grade, no diploma | 3,404 | 8.5% |
| High school graduate (includes GED) | 13,344 | 33.5% |
| Some college, no degree | 8,359 | 21.0% |
| Associate’s degree | 3,894 | 9.8% |
| Bachelor’s degree | 5,857 | 14.7% |
| Graduate or professional degree | 3,667 | 9.2% |
| High school graduate or higher | 35,121 | 88.1% |
| Bachelor’s degree or higher | 9,524 | 23.9% |
| Less than Bachelor’s degree | 30,331 | 76.1% |
Source: US Census; https://data.census.gov/cedsci
Survey/Program: American Community Survey (2018 estimates)
Data Point: Education (population 25+ years)
HOUSEHOLD INCOME IN OCALA, FLORIDA
| Annual Household Income | Percent |
| Less than $10,000 | 9.6% |
| $10,000 to $14,999 | 6.5% |
| $15,000 to $24,999 | 15.0% |
| $25,000 to $34,999 | 13.5% |
| $35,000 to $49,999 | 15.1% |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 17.5% |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 7.9% |
| $100,000 to $149,999 | 8.4% |
| $150,000 to $199,999 | 2.9% |
| $200,000 or more | 3.9% |
Median household income: $40,301
Mean household income: $61,217
Source: US Census; https://data.census.gov/cedsci
Survey/Program: American Community Survey (2018 estimates)
Data Point: Household Income
HOUSEHOLD INCOME BY EDUCATION IN OCALA, FLORIDA
| Education Level | Average Income |
| Less than high school graduate | $21,343 |
| High school graduate (includes GED) | $25,902 |
| Some college or Associate’s degree | $28,543 |
| Bachelor’s degree | $41,237 |
| Graduate or professional degree | $60,250 |
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 OCALA, FLORIDA
| Population | Percent | |
| Population 15+ years | 47,343 | NA |
| Never married | 17,810 | 37.6% |
| Now married (except separated) | 18,035 | 38.1% |
| Separated | 943 | 2.0% |
| Widowed | 3,328 | 7.0% |
| Divorced | 7,227 | 15.3% |
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 OCALA, FLORIDA
| Population | Percent | |
| Living beneath poverty line | 11,492 | 20.4% |
Source: US Census; https://data.census.gov/cedsci
Survey/Program: American Community Survey (2018 estimates)
Data Point: Poverty Rate
HOUSING IN OCALA, FLORIDA
| Owner-occupied housing units | 11,225 |
| Renter-occupied housing units | 11,020 |
| Single-family detached units | 14,579 |
| Homeownership rate | 50.5% |
| Vacancy rate | 17.3% |
| Renters rate | 49.5% |
| Average housing value | $190,660 |
| Average monthly owner cost (with mortgage) | $783 |
| Average rent | $748 |
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 OCALA, FLORIDA
| Average incomeAverage income | $61,217 |
| Average household size | 2.50 |
| Percent population 16 years and over in labor force | 54.9% |
| Percent disabled | 15.0% |
| Percent with health coverage | 85.7% |
| Average travel time to work (in minutes) | 20.0 |
| Percent workers using public transportation | 0.7% |
| Percent veterans | 10.4% |
| Percent foreign born | 7.6% |
| Percent speaking Spanish home | 3.0% |
Source: US Census; https://cbb.cenus.gov/rae/#
Survey/Program: 2009-2013 and the 2014-2018 American Community Survey 5-Yar Estimates
Data Point: Socioeconomic Characteristics
CONSUMER SPENDING IN CALA, FLORIDA
| Total consumer expenditures per household | $54,554.81 |
| Alcoholic beverages | $411.51 |
| Alcoholic beverages consumed at home | $243.80 |
| Beer consumed away from home | $72.77 |
| Wine consumed away from home | $35.92 |
| Apparel & services | $1,564.17 |
| Men’s apparel | $300.06 |
| Women’s apparel | $526.57 |
| Children’s apparel | $233.26 |
| Boys’ apparel | $80.09 |
| Girls’ apparel | $88.95 |
| Footwear | $357.07 |
| Dining out (food away from home) | $2,685.11 |
| Dining out – Breakfast | $275.64 |
| Dining out – Lunch | $835.76 |
| Dining out – Dinner | $1,244.77 |
| Education | $1,089.79 |
| Entertainment / recreation | $2,373.31 |
| Club membership fees | $160.56 |
| Dating services | $0.62 |
| Pet food | $199.80 |
| Pet services | $46.07 |
| Food consumed at home | $3,866.43 |
| Bakery products consumed at home | $507.95 |
| Dairy products consumed at home | $398.19 |
| Fruits and vegetables consumed at home | $746.75 |
| Meat, poultry, fish, eggs consumed at home | $856.96 |
| Nonalcoholic beverages consumed at home | $384.69 |
| Snacks / other food products consumed at home | $1,356.58 |
| Health care | $4,464.99 |
| Medical services | $807.21 |
| Nonprescription drugs | $110.70 |
| Household Services | $1,480.98 |
| Care for the elderly and handicapped | $61.86 |
| Lawn and garden services | $327.74 |
| Housekeeping services | $122.22 |
| PC repair | $5.03 |
| Housing | $17,113.89 |
| Home improvements | $1,833.55 |
| Utilities, fuel, and public services | $3,683.81 |
| Phone services | $1,323.09 |
| Water | $530.97 |
| Life and other insurance | $330.96 |
| Pensions and social security | $5,639.80 |
| Personal care products and services | $654.95 |
| Hair care products | $79.12 |
| Personal care products | $279.04 |
| Local transportation | $6,371.47 |
| Gasoline | $1,658.64 |
| Vehicle maintenance and repair | $887.47 |
| Travel | $1,556.66 |
| Airline fares | $372.02 |
| Auto / truck rental on trips | $18.26 |
| Lodging on trips | $427.67 |
| Food and drink on trips | $377.66 |
| Entertainment on ts | $132.28 |
Source: US Census; https://cbb.cenus.gov/rae/#
Survey/Program: 2009-2013 and the 2014-2018 American Community Survey 5-Yar Estimates
Data Point: Consumer Spending (Consumer expenditures per household)
DEBT IN MARION COUNTY (home to OALA % with any debt in collections, FLORIDA)
| % with any debt in collections | 38% |
| Average debt in collections | $2,055 |
| % with medical debt in collections | 25% |
| Average medical debt in collections | $1,105 |
| % with student loan debt | 12% |
| Average student loan debt | $16,884 |
| Average monthly student n payment | $153 |
| % with auto debt | 27% |
Source: Urban Institute; https://aps.urban.org/features/debt-interactive-map/
Survey/Program: Data from credit bureau data (2018) + the US Censu Bureau’s American Community Survey (2017)
Data Point: Consumer Debt
UNEMPLOYMENT IN OCALA, FLORIDA
| Year | Population | Percent |
| January 2019 | 1,103 | 4.4% |
| February 2019 | 972 | 3.8% |
| March 2019 | 958 | 3.8% |
| April 2019 | 903 | 3.6% |
| May 2019 | 875 | 3.4% |
| June 2019 | 1,023 | 4.0% |
| July 2019 | 1,023 | 4.0% |
| August 2019 | 1,007 | 3.9% |
| September 2019 | 883 | 3.4% |
| October 2019 | 874 | 3.4% |
| November 2019 | 814 | 3.2% |
| December 2019 | 763 | 3.0% |
| January 2020 | 889 | 3.5% |
| February 2020 | 851 | 3.3% |
| March 2020 | 1,229 | 4.8% |
| April 2020 | 2,812 | 11.7% |
| May 2020 | 2,546 | 10.3% |
| June 2020 | 1,999 | 8.0% |
| July 2020 | 2,463 | 9.6% |
| August 2020 | 1,721 | 6.5% |
| September 2020 | 16 | 5.7% |
| October 2020 | 1,574 | 5.9% |
Source: US Bureau of Labor Satistics; https://www.bls.gov/lau/data.htm
SurveyProgram: Local Area Employment Statistics
Data Point: Uemployment totals (not seasonally adjusted)
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