Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 47.9 yrs |
|---|---|
| Avg HH Size | 2.51 |
| Below Poverty | 11.9% ▲ 19% above avg |
| College Grads | 33.8% ▼ 13% below avg |
| Unemployment | 6.0% ▲ 22% above avg |
| No HS Diploma | 1,934 (1.4%) |
| HS Graduate | 42,954 (31.2%) |
| Some College | 24,213 (17.6%) |
| Associates | 22,097 (16.1%) |
| Bachelors | 17,003 (12.4%) |
| Graduate Degree | 29,466 (21.4%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $66,840 ▼ 12% below avg |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $238,653 ▼ 14% below avg |
| Home/Income Ratio | 3.6x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $1,271/mo |
| Total Housing Units | 88,234 |
| Vacant Units | 9,968 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Hernando County is located in Florida and encompasses 14 ZIP codes spanning 4 cities and communities. The county has an estimated population of 195,922 residents. With a median age of 47.88, it is a mature county.
Hernando County has a solidly middle-class economic profile. The median household income of $66,839 is near the national average. Unemployment stands at 6.0%, above the national average. The poverty rate of 11.9% is above the national average.
Housing in Hernando County is an affordable housing market, with a median home value of $238,653 — near the national average. Monthly median rent is approximately $1,270. Homeownership rates are high at 82.2%, reflecting a largely residential, stable population.
The residents of Hernando County are primarily White (73.25%). Educational attainment is moderately educated — 33.8% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average.
Hernando County, FL is a solidly middle-class area in Florida. The 14 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.
| ZIP | City | Population | Median Income | Median Home | Median Rent | Unemp. | College |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 34601 | Brooksville | 23,648 | $56,365 | $151,500 | $1,066 | 6.2% | 32.1% |
| 34602 | Brooksville | 10,391 | $72,054 | $241,300 | $1,284 | 3.3% | 33.5% |
| 34604 | Brooksville | 13,964 | $85,111 | $272,300 | $1,162 | 2.9% | 34.1% |
| 34613 | Brooksville | 18,280 | $56,175 | $181,800 | $1,108 | 5.9% | 34.0% |
| 34614 | Brooksville | 9,561 | $79,560 | $272,100 | $1,194 | 4.9% | 32.8% |
| 34606 | Spring Hill | 28,155 | $54,730 | $227,700 | $1,192 | 8.6% | 30.8% |
| 34607 | Spring Hill | 9,046 | $61,221 | $343,100 | $1,226 | 11.6% | 38.0% |
| 34608 | Spring Hill | 36,565 | $62,197 | $237,400 | $1,207 | 4.0% | 34.2% |
| 34609 | Spring Hill | 46,066 | $79,284 | $275,900 | $1,593 | 6.4% | 35.5% |