Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 44.4 yrs |
|---|---|
| Avg HH Size | 2.53 |
| Below Poverty | 12.9% ▲ 29% above avg |
| College Grads | 27.7% ▼ 29% below avg |
| Unemployment | 2.8% ▼ 42% below avg |
| No HS Diploma | 202 (1.8%) |
| HS Graduate | 3,705 (33.9%) |
| Some College | 2,278 (20.8%) |
| Associates | 1,719 (15.7%) |
| Bachelors | 1,314 (12%) |
| Graduate Degree | 1,724 (15.8%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $63,484 ▼ 17% below avg |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $180,847 ▼ 35% below avg |
| Home/Income Ratio | 2.8x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $825/mo |
| Total Housing Units | 7,049 |
| Vacant Units | 734 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Gilchrist County is located in Florida and encompasses 2 ZIP codes spanning 2 cities and communities. The county has an estimated population of 16,919 residents. With a median age of 44.42, it is a middle-aged county.
Gilchrist County has a solidly middle-class economic profile. The median household income of $63,484 is below the national average. Unemployment stands at 2.8%, below the national average. The poverty rate of 12.9% is above the national average.
Housing in Gilchrist County is an affordable housing market, with a median home value of $180,847 — below the national average. Monthly median rent is approximately $825. Homeownership rates are high at 83.1%, reflecting a largely residential, stable population.
The residents of Gilchrist County are primarily White (84.38%). Educational attainment is moderately educated — 27.7% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average.
Gilchrist County, FL is a solidly middle-class area in Florida. The 2 ZIP codes within the county each have their own character — browse the full list below to find the right community, whether you're looking for affordable housing, strong schools, or economic opportunity.