Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 43.9 yrs |
|---|---|
| Avg HH Size | 2.48 |
| Below Poverty | 18.1% ▲ 81% above avg |
| College Grads | 27.7% ▼ 29% below avg |
| Unemployment | 6.2% ▲ 27% above avg |
| No HS Diploma | 718 (2.7%) |
| HS Graduate | 9,442 (35.4%) |
| Some College | 5,424 (20.3%) |
| Associates | 3,671 (13.8%) |
| Bachelors | 2,611 (9.8%) |
| Graduate Degree | 4,813 (18%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $52,107 ▼ 32% below avg |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $176,407 ▼ 37% below avg |
| Home/Income Ratio | 3.4x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $974/mo |
| Total Housing Units | 20,854 |
| Vacant Units | 4,311 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Okeechobee County is located in Florida and encompasses 3 ZIP codes. The county has an estimated population of 43,179 residents. With a median age of 43.92, it is a middle-aged county.
Okeechobee County has a working-class economic profile. The median household income of $52,106 is below the national average. Unemployment stands at 6.2%, above the national average. The poverty rate of 18.1% is significantly above the national average, indicating economic challenges.
Housing in Okeechobee County is an affordable housing market, with a median home value of $176,407 — below the national average. Monthly median rent is approximately $974. Homeownership rates are high at 73.6%, reflecting a largely residential, stable population.
The residents of Okeechobee County are majority White (64.2%). Educational attainment is moderately educated — 27.7% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average.
Okeechobee County, FL is a working-class area in Florida. The 3 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 34972 | Okeechobee | 19,185 | $53,902 | $193,300 | $994 | 5.8% | 25.1% |
| 34974 | Okeechobee | 23,994 | $50,671 | $162,900 | $958 | 6.6% | 29.7% |