Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 38.1 yrs |
|---|---|
| Avg HH Size | 2.50 |
| Below Poverty | 9.1% ▼ 9% below avg |
| College Grads | 47.1% ▲ 22% above avg |
| Unemployment | 2.8% ▼ 42% below avg |
| No HS Diploma | 1,507 (1.1%) |
| HS Graduate | 32,447 (22.8%) |
| Some College | 19,360 (13.6%) |
| Associates | 21,539 (15.2%) |
| Bachelors | 18,039 (12.7%) |
| Graduate Degree | 49,122 (34.6%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $80,262 ≈ Avg |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $332,134 ▲ 19% above avg |
| Home/Income Ratio | 4.1x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $1,486/mo |
| Total Housing Units | 104,056 |
| Vacant Units | 18,534 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Okaloosa County is located in Florida and encompasses 18 ZIP codes spanning 13 cities and communities. The county has an estimated population of 217,339 residents. With a median age of 38.09, it is a middle-aged county.
Okaloosa County has a middle-income economic profile. The median household income of $80,262 is near the national average. Unemployment stands at 2.8%, below the national average. The poverty rate of 9.1% is near the national average.
Housing in Okaloosa County is a mid-range housing market, with a median home value of $332,134 — above the national average. Monthly median rent is approximately $1,486. Homeownership rates are high at 67.6%, reflecting a largely residential, stable population.
The residents of Okaloosa County are primarily White (70.27%). Educational attainment is well-educated — 47.1% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, above the national average.
Okaloosa County, FL is a middle-income area in Florida. The 18 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 32531 | Baker | 7,445 | $81,313 | $291,700 | $888 | 2.3% | 34.5% |
| 32536 | Crestview | 24,859 | $82,643 | $280,300 | $1,351 | 2.2% | 42.6% |
| 32539 | Crestview | 33,150 | $72,521 | $272,300 | $1,323 | 2.3% | 40.1% |
| 32541 | Destin | 18,632 | $93,004 | $498,600 | $1,976 | 1.3% | 58.6% |
| 32542 | Eglin Afb | 3,917 | $69,286 | — | $1,888 | 1.0% | 52.1% |
| 32547 | Fort Walton Beach | 35,522 | $67,822 | $299,400 | $1,421 | 2.5% | 45.8% |
| 32548 | Fort Walton Beach | 23,209 | $63,857 | $291,000 | $1,281 | 3.9% | 41.4% |
| 32564 | Holt | 1,958 | $68,170 | $123,700 | — | 2.0% | 27.5% |
| 32544 | Hurlburt Field | 2,344 | $41,917 | — | $1,959 | 0.0% | 67.7% |
| 32567 | Laurel Hill | 4,820 | $66,215 | $231,000 | — | 5.6% | 29.6% |
| 32569 | Mary Esther | 12,643 | $73,762 | $296,400 | $1,456 | 5.3% | 50.5% |
| 32578 | Niceville | 33,948 | $105,858 | $414,900 | $1,744 | 3.7% | 55.9% |
| 32579 | Shalimar | 10,775 | $98,014 | $430,400 | $1,582 | 2.5% | 55.4% |
| 32580 | Valparaiso | 4,117 | $85,385 | $348,600 | $1,268 | 3.1% | 54.7% |