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Levy County, Florida
Levy County, Florida. Levy County had 48,520 residents in 2025 by the Census Bureau's estimate, up 13.1% since 2020, faster than Florida (+8.9%). It holds 16 places (8 cities, villages and boroughs and 8 census-designated) and 13 census tracts. GEOID 12075.
Levy County is one of the 3 counties of the Gainesville, FL metropolitan statistical area (the Census Bureau's July 2023 delineation).
Residents, July 2025 estimate
48,520
Census Bureau estimate (no margin published)
2020 Census count: 42,915 · ACS 2020-2024: 45,391
Median household income
$56,750
±$4,509 (90% margin)
Florida: $74,568
Median home value
$190,600
±$14,840 (90% margin)
Florida: $359,000
Median gross rent
$850
±$34 (90% margin)
Florida: $1,669
How many people live in Levy County, and is it growing?
The 2020 Census counted 42,915 residents in Levy County. The Census Bureau estimates 48,520 for July 1, 2025, up 13.1% since 2020, faster than Florida (+8.9%). The 2020-2024 American Community Survey puts the population at 45,391 over 1,118 square miles of land.
| Measure | Levy County | Florida | Change since 2015-2019 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total population | 45,391 | 22,416,077 | +4,988 |
| Households | 18,562±318 | 8,752,810 | +2,188 |
| Average household size | 2.43±0.04 | 2.51 | no clear change |
| Housing units | 21,472±72 | 10,256,470 | +871 |
Levy County's population since 2000
From 34,450 in 2000 to 48,520 in 2025: up 40.8%. 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 Levy County?
Levy County holds 16 places: 8 cities, villages and boroughs (incorporated places) and 8 census-designated places. The largest is Williston with 3,456 residents (2025 estimate). Places that cross a county line are listed with the share of their 2020 residents who live in this county.
| Williston | 2,976 | $61,111 |
|---|---|---|
| Williston Highlands | 2,591 | $79,662 |
| Manatee Road | 2,484 | $51,708 |
| Chiefland | 2,316 | not published |
| East Bronson | 2,025 | $51,898 |
| Inglis | 1,476 | $56,500 |
| Bronson | 1,140 | $61,923 |
| AndrewsGEOID 1201353 | 837 | $52,955 |
| East WillistonGEOID 1219575 | 780 | $11,692 |
| Fanning Springs | 1,182 | $53,618 |
| Cedar Key | 687 | $64,375 |
| Yankeetown | 588 | $60,865 |
| RaleighGEOID 1259475 | 357 | $70,129 |
| MorristonGEOID 1246725 | 165 | $34,844 |
| Rainbow Lakes Estates | 3,438 | $50,429 |
| Otter CreekGEOID 1253500 | 108 | $63,295 |
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 Levy County?
The median resident of Levy County is 46.7 years old; 19.4% are under 18 and 25.1% are 65 or older. The largest group is non-Hispanic white residents at 76.3%, then Hispanic or Latino residents (of any race) at 10.4%. 3.9% of residents were born outside the United States.
| Measure | Levy County | Florida | Change since 2015-2019 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median age | 46.7±0.4 | 42.6 | no clear change |
| Under 18 years | 19.4%±0.1 pts | 19.5% | – |
| 65 years and over | 25.1%±0.2 pts | 21.3% | – |
| Hispanic or Latino (any race) | 10.4% | 27.4% | +2.0 pts |
| White alone, not Hispanic | 76.3%±0.4 pts | 50.4% | −3.5 pts |
| Black or African American alone, not Hispanic | 7.7%±0.6 pts | 14.6% | −1.0 pts |
| Asian alone, not Hispanic | 0.6%±0.3 pts | 2.9% | no clear change |
| American Indian and Alaska Native alone, not Hispanic | 0.1%±0.1 pts | 0.1% | – |
| Native Hawaiian and Other Pacific Islander alone, not Hispanic | 0.0%±0.1 pts | 0.1% | – |
| Two or more races, not Hispanic | 4.4%±0.7 pts | 3.8% | – |
| Some other race alone, not Hispanic | 0.4%±0.4 pts | 0.7% | – |
| Born outside the United States | 3.9%±0.8 pts | 21.9% | no clear change |
| Speak a language other than English at home (age 5+) | 7.4%±1.0 pts | 30.6% | – |
| Civilian veterans (age 18+) | 10.3%±1.2 pts | 7.4% | – |
| With a disability | 21.7%±1.7 pts | 13.7% | – |
| No health insurance coverage | 13.1%±1.8 pts | 11.5% | no clear change |
| High school graduate or higher (age 25+) | 88.1%±1.5 pts | 89.9% | – |
| Bachelor's degree or higher (age 25+) | 16.5%±1.8 pts | 34.1% | +4.3 pts |
| Graduate or professional degree (age 25+) | 5.0%±0.9 pts | 12.9% | – |
| Moved from another state in the past year | 2.6%±0.8 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 Levy County earn?
Half of Levy County's 18,562 households earn less than $56,750 a year (±$4,509), against $74,568 in Florida. In 2015-2019 the median was $45,937 in 2024 dollars, so it rose by $10,813 after inflation. 17.4% of residents live below the poverty line.
| Measure | Levy County | Florida | Change since 2015-2019 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median household income | $56,750±$4,509 | $74,568 | +$10,813 |
| Mean household income | $76,944±$7,184 | $105,967 | – |
| Per capita income | $33,050±$2,939 | $42,609 | +$6,493 |
| People below the poverty line | 17.4%±2.5 pts | 12.6% | no clear change |
| Children under 18 below the poverty line | 24.1%±6.3 pts | 16.5% | no clear change |
| Households receiving SNAP | 17.2%±2.2 pts | 12.6% | – |
| Households with a broadband subscription | 80.8%±2.8 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 Levy County?
Owners occupy 81.4% of Levy County's occupied homes and renters 18.6%. The median owner-occupied home is valued at $190,600 by its owner (±$14,840). The median renter pays $850 a month including utilities, and 44.9% of renters pay 35% or more of their income on rent.
| Measure | Levy County | Florida | Change since 2015-2019 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median home value (owner-occupied) | $190,600±$14,840 | $359,000 | +$60,516 |
| Median gross rent | $850±$34 | $1,669 | no clear change |
| Renters paying 35% or more of income on rent | 44.9%±6.4 pts | 50.2% | no clear change |
| Median monthly owner costs, with a mortgage | $1,297±$79 | $1,959 | – |
| Owner-occupied homes | 81.4%±2.1 pts | 67.6% | +3.7 pts |
| Housing units | 21,472±72 | 10,256,470 | +871 |
| Homeowner vacancy rate | 0.2%±0.2 pts | 1.4% | – |
| Rental vacancy rate | 3.4%±1.5 pts | 7.6% | – |
| Single-family detached homes | 50.3%±2.8 pts | 54.7% | – |
| Mobile homes | 42.8%±2.9 pts | 8.0% | – |
| Built 2020 or later | 2.8%±0.9 pts | 3.2% | – |
| Built 1939 or earlier | 2.0%±0.6 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 Levy County building?
Builders took permits for 244 new housing units across Levy County in 2025 (240 single-family), 5.0 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 Levy County get to work?
79.0% of Levy County's workers drive alone and 8.5% work from home. The average trip to work takes 30.4 minutes. The unemployment rate in 2020-2024 averaged 4.1%.
| Measure | Levy County | Florida | Change since 2015-2019 |
|---|---|---|---|
| In the labor force (age 16+) | 50.3%±1.9 pts | 59.8% | – |
| Unemployment rate | 4.1%±1.2 pts | 4.8% | −2.2 pts |
| Drove alone to work | 79.0%±2.4 pts | 70.2% | – |
| Carpooled | 10.5%±1.7 pts | 9.2% | – |
| Public transportation | 0.3%±0.5 pts | 1.2% | – |
| Walked | 0.9%±0.5 pts | 1.4% | – |
| Worked from home | 8.5%±1.8 pts | 15.7% | +3.7 pts |
| Mean travel time to work | 30.4 min±1.4 | 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 Levy County's census tracts?
Levy County is divided into 13 census tracts. Among those with a reliable estimate, median household income runs from $39,830 (Tract 9706) to $72,232 (Tract 9705.02).
| Tract 9701.0112075970101 | 2,653±353 | $65,217 |
|---|---|---|
| Tract 9701.0312075970103 | 3,703±438 | $63,830 |
| Tract 9701.0412075970104 | 5,781±772 | $50,238 |
| Tract 970212075970200 | 4,067±639 | $71,469 |
| Tract 9703.0112075970301 | 1,703±387 | $62,813 |
| Tract 9703.0312075970303 | 3,823±545 | $56,686 |
| Tract 9703.0412075970304 | 2,939±523 | $49,500 |
| Tract 970412075970400 | 2,761±495 | $53,567 |
| Tract 9705.0112075970501 | 3,364±450 | $41,520 |
| Tract 9705.0212075970502 | 5,731±897 | $72,232 |
| Tract 970612075970600 | 4,818±541 | $39,830 |
| Tract 970712075970700 | 4,048±450 | $52,663 |
| Tract 990012075990000 | 0±15 | not published |
Source: American Community Survey 2020-2024 5-year estimates, U.S. Census Bureau (released January 2026) · Check it at data.census.gov
How does Levy County compare with Florida's other counties?
| Measure | Rank |
|---|---|
| Population | 43rd of 67 |
| Growth 2020-2025 | 19th of 67 |
| Residents per square mile | 55th of 67 |
| Median household income | 52nd of 67 |
| Median home value | 49th of 67 |
| Median gross rent | 63rd of 67 |
| Poverty rate | 18th of 67 |
| Bachelor's degree or higher | 48th of 67 |
| Median age | 19th 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 Levy 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.