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Okeechobee County, Florida
Okeechobee County, Florida. Okeechobee County had 42,608 residents in 2025 by the Census Bureau's estimate, up 7.5% since 2020, slower than Florida (+8.9%). It holds 3 places (1 city, village or borough and 2 census-designated) and 12 census tracts. GEOID 12093.
Okeechobee County is the county of the Okeechobee, FL micropolitan statistical area (the Census Bureau's July 2023 delineation).
Residents, July 2025 estimate
42,608
Census Bureau estimate (no margin published)
2020 Census count: 39,644 · ACS 2020-2024: 40,816
Median household income
$57,984
±$4,108 (90% margin)
Florida: $74,568
Median home value
$193,000
±$12,668 (90% margin)
Florida: $359,000
Median gross rent
$1,082
±$56 (90% margin)
Florida: $1,669
How many people live in Okeechobee County, and is it growing?
The 2020 Census counted 39,644 residents in Okeechobee County. The Census Bureau estimates 42,608 for July 1, 2025, up 7.5% since 2020, slower than Florida (+8.9%). The 2020-2024 American Community Survey puts the population at 40,816 over 769 square miles of land.
| Measure | Okeechobee County | Florida | Change since 2015-2019 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total population | 40,816 | 22,416,077 | −328 |
| Households | 15,113±540 | 8,752,810 | +1,209 |
| Average household size | 2.52±0.09 | 2.51 | −0.22 |
| Housing units | 18,572±44 | 10,256,470 | no clear change |
Okeechobee County's population since 2000
From 35,910 in 2000 to 42,608 in 2025: up 18.7%. 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 Okeechobee County?
Okeechobee County holds 3 places: 1 city, village or borough (an incorporated place) and 2 census-designated places. The largest is Okeechobee with 5,811 residents (2025 estimate). Places that cross a county line are listed with the share of their 2020 residents who live in this county.
| Okeechobee | 5,254 | $57,044 |
|---|---|---|
| Taylor Creek | 4,470 | $38,149 |
| Cypress QuartersGEOID 1216100 | 1,029 | $38,352 |
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 Okeechobee County?
The median resident of Okeechobee County is 40.8 years old; 21.4% are under 18 and 20.0% are 65 or older. The largest group is non-Hispanic white residents at 61.8%, then Hispanic or Latino residents (of any race) at 26.1%. 13.4% of residents were born outside the United States.
| Measure | Okeechobee County | Florida | Change since 2015-2019 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median age | 40.8±0.5 | 42.6 | no clear change |
| Under 18 years | 21.4%±0.2 pts | 19.5% | – |
| 65 years and over | 20.0%±0.4 pts | 21.3% | – |
| Hispanic or Latino (any race) | 26.1% | 27.4% | +0.6 pts |
| White alone, not Hispanic | 61.8%±0.4 pts | 50.4% | −1.4 pts |
| Black or African American alone, not Hispanic | 7.5%±0.6 pts | 14.6% | no clear change |
| Asian alone, not Hispanic | 0.7%±0.2 pts | 2.9% | −0.3 pts |
| American Indian and Alaska Native alone, not Hispanic | 0.3%±0.2 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 | 3.2%±0.7 pts | 3.8% | – |
| Some other race alone, not Hispanic | 0.3%±0.2 pts | 0.7% | – |
| Born outside the United States | 13.4%±1.5 pts | 21.9% | no clear change |
| Speak a language other than English at home (age 5+) | 22.4%±1.8 pts | 30.6% | – |
| Civilian veterans (age 18+) | 8.2%±1.1 pts | 7.4% | – |
| With a disability | 20.3%±2.3 pts | 13.7% | – |
| No health insurance coverage | 17.2%±2.6 pts | 11.5% | no clear change |
| High school graduate or higher (age 25+) | 80.2%±1.8 pts | 89.9% | – |
| Bachelor's degree or higher (age 25+) | 15.8%±1.9 pts | 34.1% | +4.5 pts |
| Graduate or professional degree (age 25+) | 5.3%±1.2 pts | 12.9% | – |
| Moved from another state in the past year | 1.8%±0.6 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 Okeechobee County earn?
Half of Okeechobee County's 15,113 households earn less than $57,984 a year (±$4,108), against $74,568 in Florida. In 2015-2019 the median was $51,394 in 2024 dollars, so it rose by $6,590 after inflation. 18.0% of residents live below the poverty line.
| Measure | Okeechobee County | Florida | Change since 2015-2019 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median household income | $57,984±$4,108 | $74,568 | +$6,590 |
| Mean household income | $75,029±$5,232 | $105,967 | – |
| Per capita income | $28,796±$1,845 | $42,609 | no clear change |
| People below the poverty line | 18.0%±2.8 pts | 12.6% | no clear change |
| Children under 18 below the poverty line | 25.2%±6.6 pts | 16.5% | −12.1 pts |
| Households receiving SNAP | 16.4%±2.4 pts | 12.6% | – |
| Households with a broadband subscription | 84.4%±2.7 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 Okeechobee County?
Owners occupy 73.9% of Okeechobee County's occupied homes and renters 26.1%. The median owner-occupied home is valued at $193,000 by its owner (±$12,668). The median renter pays $1,082 a month including utilities, and 41.5% of renters pay 35% or more of their income on rent.
| Measure | Okeechobee County | Florida | Change since 2015-2019 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median home value (owner-occupied) | $193,000±$12,668 | $359,000 | +$62,546 |
| Median gross rent | $1,082±$56 | $1,669 | +$132 |
| Renters paying 35% or more of income on rent | 41.5%±8.0 pts | 50.2% | no clear change |
| Median monthly owner costs, with a mortgage | $1,489±$114 | $1,959 | – |
| Owner-occupied homes | 73.9%±2.7 pts | 67.6% | no clear change |
| Housing units | 18,572±44 | 10,256,470 | no clear change |
| Homeowner vacancy rate | 2.2%±1.6 pts | 1.4% | – |
| Rental vacancy rate | 2.5%±2.2 pts | 7.6% | – |
| Single-family detached homes | 51.0%±2.8 pts | 54.7% | – |
| Mobile homes | 38.9%±2.8 pts | 8.0% | – |
| Built 2020 or later | 2.3%±0.8 pts | 3.2% | – |
| Built 1939 or earlier | 1.2%±0.8 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 Okeechobee County building?
Builders took permits for 88 new housing units across Okeechobee County in 2025 (68 single-family), 2.1 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 Okeechobee County get to work?
74.0% of Okeechobee County's workers drive alone and 6.6% work from home. The average trip to work takes 28.4 minutes. The unemployment rate in 2020-2024 averaged 4.4%.
| Measure | Okeechobee County | Florida | Change since 2015-2019 |
|---|---|---|---|
| In the labor force (age 16+) | 50.1%±1.9 pts | 59.8% | – |
| Unemployment rate | 4.4%±1.0 pts | 4.8% | −2.3 pts |
| Drove alone to work | 74.0%±3.0 pts | 70.2% | – |
| Carpooled | 12.9%±2.4 pts | 9.2% | – |
| Public transportation | 1.1%±0.7 pts | 1.2% | – |
| Walked | 1.7%±1.2 pts | 1.4% | – |
| Worked from home | 6.6%±1.7 pts | 15.7% | +4.0 pts |
| Mean travel time to work | 28.4 min±2.3 | 28.0 min | +4.0 min |
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 Okeechobee County's census tracts?
Okeechobee County is divided into 12 census tracts. Among those with a reliable estimate, median household income runs from $25,859 (Tract 9103) to $85,663 (Tract 9101.01).
| Tract 9101.0112093910101 | 5,749±525 | $85,663 |
|---|---|---|
| Tract 9101.0212093910102 | 3,220±544 | $61,101 |
| Tract 9102.0112093910201 | 3,711±614 | $71,652 |
| Tract 9102.0212093910202 | 4,215±635 | $60,761 |
| Tract 910312093910300 | 2,566±382 | $25,859 |
| Tract 9104.0112093910401 | 3,632±533 | $53,875 |
| Tract 9104.0212093910402 | 2,875±461 | $51,122 |
| Tract 9104.0312093910403 | 4,208±739 | $38,925 |
| Tract 910512093910500 | 3,967±639 | $56,801 |
| Tract 9106.0112093910601 | 4,613±580 | $80,304 |
| Tract 9106.0212093910602 | 2,060±295 | $49,255 |
| Tract 990012093990000 | 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 Okeechobee County compare with Florida's other counties?
| Measure | Rank |
|---|---|
| Population | 47th of 67 |
| Growth 2020-2025 | 37th of 67 |
| Residents per square mile | 48th of 67 |
| Median household income | 51st of 67 |
| Median home value | 48th of 67 |
| Median gross rent | 42nd of 67 |
| Poverty rate | 15th of 67 |
| Bachelor's degree or higher | 51st of 67 |
| Median age | 47th 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
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