Orlando, FL Local Data & Statistics

State: FL

Total population: 319,758 Household income: $72,336 Rent: $1,747

Overview

Total population

319,758

Rent

$1,747

Year built

1992

Household income

$72,336

Per capita income

$43,312

Poverty rate

14.7%

Unemployment rate

2.9%

Household size

2.4 persons

Rent over 30% of income

55.8%

Note: Rent, income, and year built are shown as median values, while household size is shown as an average (see explanations below).

Data are sourced from the American Community Survey (ACS) 5-Year Estimates, 2024 release — the latest dataset currently available, with the exception of the unemployment rate, which is sourced from the Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS). ACS 5-year estimates are published annually, about 6–12 months after the end of each reference year.

Demographics

State

Florida

Total population

319,758

Adults over 25

225,522

Total households

131,179

Household size

2.4 persons

Note: Rent, income, and year built are shown as median values, while household size is shown as an average (see explanations below).

Income & Poverty

Household income

$72,336

Per capita income

$43,312

Poverty rate

14.7%

Unemployment rate

2.9%

Rent over 30% of income

55.8%

Note: Rent, income, and year built are shown as median values, while household size is shown as an average (see explanations below).

Housing

Rent

$1,747

Year built

1992

Households that rent

60.5%

Households that own

39.5%

Rooms per home (all homes)

4.6

Note: Rent, income, and year built are shown as median values, while household size is shown as an average (see explanations below).

Race

White

37%

Black

23.4%

Asian

Two or more races

24.2%

Note: Rent, income, and year built are shown as median values, while household size is shown as an average (see explanations below).

Ethnicity

Hispanic or Latino

35.4%

Not Hispanic or Latino

64.6%

Note: Rent, income, and year built are shown as median values, while household size is shown as an average (see explanations below).

Commute

Commute rate

83.8%

Commute time to work

26 mins

Work from home

16.2%

Note: Rent, income, and year built are shown as median values, while household size is shown as an average (see explanations below).

Education

Less than high school

22.8%

High school graduate or GED

22.7%

Some college or associate degree

12%

Bachelor’s degree or higher

42.5%

Note: Rent, income, and year built are shown as median values, while household size is shown as an average (see explanations below).

Comparison of Orlando, FL with: Florida United States

Orlando, FL

Total population319,758

Rent$1,747

Year built1992

Household income$72,336

Per capita income$43,312

Poverty rate14.7%

Unemployment rate2.9%

Florida State

Total population22,416,077

Rent$1,669

Year built1988

Household income$74,568

Per capita income$42,609

Poverty rate12.6%

Unemployment rate3.4%

United States

Total population334,922,499

Rent$1,413

Year built1980

Household income$80,734

Per capita income$44,673

Poverty rate12.5%

Unemployment rate4%

Metric	CityOrlando, FL	StateFlorida	CountryUnited States
Total population	319,758	22,416,077	334,922,499
Rent	$1,747	$1,669	$1,413
Year built	1992	1988	1980
Household income	$72,336	$74,568	$80,734
Per capita income	$43,312	$42,609	$44,673
Poverty rate	14.7%	12.6%	12.5%
Unemployment rate	2.9%	3.4%	4%

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Summary for Orlando, FL

Orlando is located in Florida.

Rent & Income

In Orlando, the typical monthly rent is $1,747 and the typical household income is $72,336. Rent here is similar to Florida and higher than the U.S., and household income is similar to Florida and lower than the U.S. The estimated poverty rate is 14.7%, which is higher than in both Florida and national.

Housing & Affordability

Renters make up about 60.5% of households, making this a predominantly renter area. About 55.8% of renters spend more than 30% of their income on housing, indicating high cost burden.

Education & Employment

Educational attainment is high, with about 42.5% of adults holding a bachelor’s degree or higher. The local unemployment rate is 2.9%, which is lower than both Florida and the national rate.

Orlando, FL — Rent vs Household Income

Orlando, FL — Poverty vs Unemployment

How Orlando, FL compares in Florida (59 places)

Metric	This place	Rank	Starts from	Statewide range
Rent	$1,747	30 / 59	from lower rent	$1,246 – $2,851
Household income	$72,336	31 / 59	from higher income	$46,195 – $139,825
Poverty rate	14.7%	38 / 59	from lower poverty	6.1% – 30.8%
Unemployment rate	2.9%	17 / 59	from lower unemployment	2.1% – 4.5%

Rankings are calculated among cities and communities in Florida with total population > 50,000 (year 2024).

Detailed Ranking Explanation for Orlando, FL

Rent

In rent comparisons, Orlando comes in 30th out of 59 large places. Across Florida, rents vary from $1,246 in Winter Haven, FL to $2,851 in Weston, FL.

Household income

Orlando ranks 31st among 59 large places for typical household income. Statewide values run from $46,195 in Gainesville, FL to $139,825 in Weston, FL.

Poverty rate

Looking at poverty, Orlando ranks 38th out of 59 large places. Statewide poverty rates range from 6.1% in Weston, FL to 30.8% in Gainesville, FL.

Unemployment rate

In terms of unemployment, Orlando is ranked 17th out of 59 major areas. Across Florida, rates go from 2.1% in Miami Beach, FL up to 4.5% in Daytona Beach, FL.

💰 Rent in Orlando, FL (with Utilities)

Estimated Monthly Rent: $1,747 ℹ️ What’s Included:
✅ Base rent, electricity, gas, water/sewer, and heating fuels
❌ Not included: internet, cable TV, renter's insurance, parking

💡 What does this rent estimate mean?

Explanation: This estimate shows what renters typically pay each month for housing, including the apartment or home and essential utilities such as heat, water, and electricity. Even when utilities are billed separately, an estimated average cost for utilities is included, in line with the U.S. Census Bureau’s (ACS) definition of gross rent.

Included in this number: Rent plus electricity, gas, water/sewer, and heating fuel.

Not included: Internet, cable, parking, renter’s insurance, or furniture rental.

Note: This cost does not depend on the number of people living in the home.

👨‍👧‍👦 Household Income in Orlando, FL

Annual Household Income: $72,336

💡 What does Household Income mean?

Definition: This represents the middle value of all household incomes in this area — half of households earn less, and half earn more.

Includes: wages, salaries, self-employment income, Social Security, pensions, investments, unemployment, public assistance, and rental income.

Does NOT include: capital gains, non-cash benefits (like food stamps), or tax refunds.

Household = any group of people (or a single person) living in the same housing unit.

Example: A couple earning $40,000 and $30,000 together have a household income of $70,000. If that's in the middle of all local incomes, it's the value shown here.

📉 Poverty Rate in Orlando, FL

Estimated Rate: 14.7%

💡 What does the Poverty Rate represent?

Definition: The percentage of people in this area living below the federal poverty threshold.

How it works: The threshold is a dollar amount set by the U.S. Census Bureau that varies by family size and age. If a household's income is below that level, everyone in it is included in this rate.

Example: In a town of 10,000 people, if 1,500 have incomes below the poverty line, the poverty rate is 15%.

Note: This statistic only includes people living in households; it does not count those in student housing, military barracks, or nursing homes.

🏘️ Renter vs. Owner Households in Orlando, FL

In Orlando, FL, households that rent: 79,351 (60.5%)

📊 What does the renter household percentage reveal about this area?

Household Type	Count	Share
Renter-Occupied	79,351	60.5%
Owner-Occupied	51,828	39.5%

Definition: This is the percentage of households that rent their home rather than own it. It includes only occupied housing units.

Why it matters: Areas with a high share of renter households often have younger populations, higher mobility, and different housing needs compared to mostly owner-occupied areas.

Example: If 65% of homes in an area are renter-occupied, it means 65 out of every 100 households rent their home.

📉 Renters Spending Over 30% of Income on Rent in Orlando, FL

In Orlando, FL, cost-burdened renters (households spending over 30% of income on housing): 44,287 (55.8%)

🏚️ What Does It Mean When Renters Spend Over 30% of Their Income on Housing?

Household Group	Households	Share
Cost-burdened renters (over 30%)	44,287	55.8%
Other renter households	35,064	44.2%
Total renter households	79,351	100%

Shares are calculated as a percentage of renter households.

This shows how many renters in this area are considered cost-burdened — meaning they spend more than 30% of their income on housing (rent and basic utilities).

It’s a sign that housing might be unaffordable in the area or that lower-income residents may be struggling with rent.

Data comes from the U.S. Census Bureau’s American Community Survey.

📊 Education Levels in Orlando, FL

Less than High School: 51,413 people (22.8%)

Includes adults who did not complete high school.

High School Graduate or GED: 51,119 people (22.7%)

Includes adults whose highest education is a high school diploma or GED.

Some College or Associate Degree: 27,041 people (12%)

Includes adults who attended college without completing a bachelor’s degree (some college or associate degree).

Bachelor’s Degree or Higher: 95,949 people (42.5%)

Includes adults with a bachelor’s degree or higher (bachelor’s, master’s, professional, or doctoral degree).

👥 Total Adults (25+): 225,522

📊 Unemployment Rate in Orlando, FL

Estimated Rate: 2.9%

💡 What does Unemployment Rate mean?

Definition: The unemployment rate is the percentage of people in the labor force who do not have a job but are actively looking for one.

Labor Force = Employed + Unemployed (aged 16+ and actively participating in the workforce).

Formula: (Unemployed ÷ Labor Force) × 100

Does NOT include: People who are retired, students not looking for work, homemakers, or otherwise not seeking employment.

Example: If there are 1000 people in the labor force and 80 are unemployed, then the unemployment rate is 8%.

Similar Population

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Source: ACS 5-Year Estimates (U.S. Census Bureau) — unemployment rate from BLS. Some values are derived metrics.