Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 44.3 yrs |
|---|---|
| Avg HH Size | 2.41 |
| Below Poverty | 10.7% ≈ Avg |
| College Grads | 47.0% ▲ 21% above avg |
| Unemployment | 5.1% ≈ Avg |
| No HS Diploma | 424 (0.8%) |
| HS Graduate | 11,752 (23.3%) |
| Some College | 6,958 (13.8%) |
| Associates | 6,795 (13.5%) |
| Bachelors | 5,418 (10.8%) |
| Graduate Degree | 18,999 (37.7%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $81,984 ≈ Avg |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $426,940 ▲ 53% above avg |
| Home/Income Ratio | 5.2x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $1,671/mo |
| Total Housing Units | 56,185 |
| Vacant Units | 25,846 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Walton County is located in Florida and encompasses 9 ZIP codes spanning 8 cities and communities. The county has an estimated population of 74,406 residents. With a median age of 44.27, it is a middle-aged county.
Walton County has a middle-income economic profile. The median household income of $81,983 is near the national average. Unemployment stands at 5.1%, near the national average. The poverty rate of 10.7% is near the national average.
Housing in Walton County is a premium housing market, with a median home value of $426,940 — significantly above the national average. Monthly median rent is approximately $1,670. Homeownership rates are high at 76.5%, reflecting a largely residential, stable population.
The residents of Walton County are primarily White (81.29%). Educational attainment is well-educated — 47.0% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, above the national average.
Walton County, FL is a middle-income area in Florida. The 9 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 32433 | Defuniak Springs | 18,970 | $51,604 | $152,000 | $1,045 | 8.5% | 24.7% |
| 32435 | Defuniak Springs | 6,359 | $63,017 | $185,600 | $742 | 7.1% | 41.3% |
| 32439 | Freeport | 15,264 | $77,500 | $343,900 | $1,657 | 3.2% | 44.6% |
| 32550 | Miramar Beach | 8,192 | $96,269 | $679,800 | $2,108 | 3.1% | 61.6% |
| 32461 | Rosemary Beach | 3,517 | $146,393 | $947,700 | $2,665 | 0.1% | 64.9% |
| 32459 | Santa Rosa Beach | 22,104 | $101,067 | $613,100 | $2,165 | 4.3% | 61.3% |