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Hernando County, Florida
Hernando County, Florida. Hernando County had 221,701 residents in 2025 by the Census Bureau's estimate, up 14.0% since 2020, faster than Florida (+8.9%). It holds 22 places (1 city, village or borough and 21 census-designated) and 47 census tracts. GEOID 12053.
Hernando County is one of the 4 counties of the Tampa-St. Petersburg-Clearwater, FL metropolitan statistical area (the Census Bureau's July 2023 delineation).
Residents, July 2025 estimate
221,701
Census Bureau estimate (no margin published)
2020 Census count: 194,515 · ACS 2020-2024: 207,018
Median household income
$66,058
±$1,730 (90% margin)
Florida: $74,568
Median home value
$276,000
±$5,212 (90% margin)
Florida: $359,000
Median gross rent
$1,298
±$66 (90% margin)
Florida: $1,669
How many people live in Hernando County, and is it growing?
The 2020 Census counted 194,515 residents in Hernando County. The Census Bureau estimates 221,701 for July 1, 2025, up 14.0% since 2020, faster than Florida (+8.9%). The 2020-2024 American Community Survey puts the population at 207,018 over 473 square miles of land.
| Measure | Hernando County | Florida | Change since 2015-2019 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total population | 207,018 | 22,416,077 | +20,705 |
| Households | 82,475±832 | 8,752,810 | +7,127 |
| Average household size | 2.49±0.03 | 2.51 | +0.05 |
| Housing units | 92,535±56 | 10,256,470 | +5,637 |
Hernando County's population since 2000
From 130,802 in 2000 to 221,701 in 2025: up 69.5%. The 2000, 2010 and 2020 figures are census counts. The 2005 figure is the Census Bureau's intercensal estimate, revised to fit the 2000 and 2010 counts and drawn on 2010 boundaries; 2015 and 2025 are July 1 estimates made from the census before them.
Source: The 2000, 2010 and 2020 Census counts and the Census Bureau's population estimates (intercensal 2000-2010, Vintage 2020, Vintage 2025) · Census population estimates
Source: American Community Survey 2020-2024 5-year estimates, U.S. Census Bureau (released January 2026); PEP Vintage 2025 (CO-EST2025); 2020 Census · Check it at data.census.gov
What cities and towns are in Hernando County?
Hernando County holds 22 places: 1 city, village or borough (an incorporated place) and 21 census-designated places. The largest is Spring Hill with 119,983 residents (2020-2024). Places that cross a county line are listed with the share of their 2020 residents who live in this county.
| Spring Hill | 113,568 | $68,432 |
|---|---|---|
| North Weeki Wachee | 9,131 | $64,891 |
| Brooksville | 8,890 | $54,926 |
| Timber Pines | 5,163 | $59,185 |
| Ridge Manor | 4,743 | $57,857 |
| Brookridge | 4,658 | $53,989 |
| South Brooksville | 4,311 | $61,196 |
| High Point | 3,873 | $49,368 |
| North Brooksville | 3,506 | $78,458 |
| Hernando Beach | 2,452 | $101,875 |
| Hill 'n Dale | 2,212 | $57,500 |
| Weeki Wachee GardensGEOID 1275641 | 1,138 | $56,765 |
| MasaryktownGEOID 1243400 | 1,077 | $60,938 |
| Garden GroveGEOID 1225475 | 776 | $71,033 |
| WisconGEOID 1278340 | 681 | not published |
| Spring LakeGEOID 1268375 | 465 | $92,614 |
| NobletonGEOID 1248825 | 232 | not published |
| IstachattaGEOID 1234275 | 126 | $43,750 |
| Lake LindseyGEOID 1238275 | 90 | not published |
| Pine IslandGEOID 1256840 | 62 | not published |
| AripekaGEOID 1201875 | 320 | $128,878 |
| BayportGEOID 1204250 | 45 | not published |
Source: American Community Survey 2020-2024 5-year estimates, U.S. Census Bureau (released January 2026); 2020 place-by-county parts · Check it at data.census.gov
Who lives in Hernando County?
The median resident of Hernando County is 47.7 years old; 18.5% are under 18 and 26.4% are 65 or older. The largest group is non-Hispanic white residents at 72.1%, then Hispanic or Latino residents (of any race) at 17.0%. 8.4% of residents were born outside the United States.
| Measure | Hernando County | Florida | Change since 2015-2019 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median age | 47.7±0.3 | 42.6 | −1.3 |
| Under 18 years | 18.5%±0.1 pts | 19.5% | – |
| 65 years and over | 26.4%±0.1 pts | 21.3% | – |
| Hispanic or Latino (any race) | 17.0% | 27.4% | +3.5 pts |
| White alone, not Hispanic | 72.1%±0.4 pts | 50.4% | −5.4 pts |
| Black or African American alone, not Hispanic | 4.7%±0.3 pts | 14.6% | no clear change |
| Asian alone, not Hispanic | 1.3%±0.1 pts | 2.9% | no clear change |
| American Indian and Alaska Native alone, not Hispanic | 0.2%±0.1 pts | 0.1% | – |
| Native Hawaiian and Other Pacific Islander alone, not Hispanic | 0.1%±0.1 pts | 0.1% | – |
| Two or more races, not Hispanic | 3.7%±0.5 pts | 3.8% | – |
| Some other race alone, not Hispanic | 0.9%±0.3 pts | 0.7% | – |
| Born outside the United States | 8.4%±0.6 pts | 21.9% | +1.6 pts |
| Speak a language other than English at home (age 5+) | 13.3%±0.7 pts | 30.6% | – |
| Civilian veterans (age 18+) | 10.7%±0.6 pts | 7.4% | – |
| With a disability | 19.4%±0.9 pts | 13.7% | – |
| No health insurance coverage | 11.2%±0.9 pts | 11.5% | no clear change |
| High school graduate or higher (age 25+) | 90.4%±0.8 pts | 89.9% | – |
| Bachelor's degree or higher (age 25+) | 21.1%±0.9 pts | 34.1% | +2.7 pts |
| Graduate or professional degree (age 25+) | 6.9%±0.6 pts | 12.9% | – |
| Moved from another state in the past year | 3.1%±0.4 pts | 2.9% | – |
Source: American Community Survey 2020-2024 5-year estimates, U.S. Census Bureau (released January 2026) (Data Profiles DP02, DP05) · Check it at data.census.gov
What do households in Hernando County earn?
Half of Hernando County's 82,475 households earn less than $66,058 a year (±$1,730), against $74,568 in Florida. In 2015-2019 the median was $60,073 in 2024 dollars, so it rose by $5,985 after inflation. 11.7% of residents live below the poverty line.
| Measure | Hernando County | Florida | Change since 2015-2019 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median household income | $66,058±$1,730 | $74,568 | +$5,985 |
| Mean household income | $84,501±$3,053 | $105,967 | – |
| Per capita income | $34,458±$1,187 | $42,609 | +$2,632 |
| People below the poverty line | 11.7%±1.1 pts | 12.6% | −2.4 pts |
| Children under 18 below the poverty line | 14.5%±2.2 pts | 16.5% | −4.8 pts |
| Households receiving SNAP | 12.4%±1.1 pts | 12.6% | – |
| Households with a broadband subscription | 91.9%±0.7 pts | 91.6% | – |
Source: American Community Survey 2020-2024 5-year estimates, U.S. Census Bureau (released January 2026) (Data Profile DP03) · Check it at data.census.gov
What does housing cost in Hernando County?
Owners occupy 82.5% of Hernando County's occupied homes and renters 17.5%. The median owner-occupied home is valued at $276,000 by its owner (±$5,212). The median renter pays $1,298 a month including utilities, and 43.0% of renters pay 35% or more of their income on rent.
| Measure | Hernando County | Florida | Change since 2015-2019 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median home value (owner-occupied) | $276,000±$5,212 | $359,000 | +$100,626 |
| Median gross rent | $1,298±$66 | $1,669 | +$87 |
| Renters paying 35% or more of income on rent | 43.0%±4.0 pts | 50.2% | no clear change |
| Median monthly owner costs, with a mortgage | $1,513±$37 | $1,959 | – |
| Owner-occupied homes | 82.5%±1.0 pts | 67.6% | +4.4 pts |
| Housing units | 92,535±56 | 10,256,470 | +5,637 |
| Homeowner vacancy rate | 0.8%±0.3 pts | 1.4% | – |
| Rental vacancy rate | 7.7%±2.0 pts | 7.6% | – |
| Single-family detached homes | 76.6%±0.9 pts | 54.7% | – |
| Mobile homes | 14.4%±0.8 pts | 8.0% | – |
| Built 2020 or later | 2.2%±0.3 pts | 3.2% | – |
| Built 1939 or earlier | 0.5%±0.2 pts | 1.9% | – |
Source: American Community Survey 2020-2024 5-year estimates, U.S. Census Bureau (released January 2026) (Data Profile DP04) · Check it at data.census.gov
How many new homes is Hernando County building?
Builders took permits for 1,975 new housing units across Hernando County in 2025 (1,734 single-family), 8.9 per 1,000 residents.
Source: Building Permits Survey, annual county files 2019-2025, U.S. Census Bureau · Census Building Permits Survey
How do people in Hernando County get to work?
73.1% of Hernando County's workers drive alone and 14.4% work from home. The average trip to work takes 31.4 minutes. The unemployment rate in 2020-2024 averaged 5.3%.
| Measure | Hernando County | Florida | Change since 2015-2019 |
|---|---|---|---|
| In the labor force (age 16+) | 51.7%±0.9 pts | 59.8% | – |
| Unemployment rate | 5.3%±0.8 pts | 4.8% | −1.2 pts |
| Drove alone to work | 73.1%±1.6 pts | 70.2% | – |
| Carpooled | 9.0%±1.1 pts | 9.2% | – |
| Public transportation | 0.3%±0.2 pts | 1.2% | – |
| Walked | 1.1%±0.4 pts | 1.4% | – |
| Worked from home | 14.4%±1.2 pts | 15.7% | +7.4 pts |
| Mean travel time to work | 31.4 min±0.9 | 28.0 min | no clear change |
Source: American Community Survey 2020-2024 5-year estimates, U.S. Census Bureau (released January 2026) (Data Profile DP03) · Check it at data.census.gov
What are Hernando County's census tracts?
Hernando County is divided into 47 census tracts. Among those with a reliable estimate, median household income runs from $43,431 (Tract 404) to $98,598 (Tract 409.12).
Source: American Community Survey 2020-2024 5-year estimates, U.S. Census Bureau (released January 2026) · Check it at data.census.gov
How does Hernando County compare with Florida's other counties?
| Measure | Rank |
|---|---|
| Population | 27th of 67 |
| Growth 2020-2025 | 18th of 67 |
| Residents per square mile | 19th of 67 |
| Median household income | 36th of 67 |
| Median home value | 34th of 67 |
| Median gross rent | 35th of 67 |
| Poverty rate | 45th of 67 |
| Bachelor's degree or higher | 41st of 67 |
| Median age | 16th of 67 |
Source: PlainCities ranks from the American Community Survey 2020-2024 5-year estimates, U.S. Census Bureau (released January 2026) and PEP Vintage 2025 · How ranks are computed
How these figures are made: methodology and release checks · reading a margin of error · every state · corrections
Not on this page: crime, weather and schools for Hernando County are other agencies' records. Crime: the FBI's Crime Data Explorer · climate: NOAA's U.S. Climate Normals · schools: the National Center for Education Statistics' school search.