Orlando-Kissimmee-Sanford, FL Metro Area

Orlando-Kissimmee-Sanford, FL · Metro Area

2,793,746Population

A metropolitan statistical area of 4 counties (2 central, 2 outlying), part of the Orlando-Lakeland-Deltona, FL combined area. The counties are tied together by commuting: people live in one and work in another.

Median household income: $78,533
Median home value: $369,800
Land area: 3,492 sq mi

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Counties in this metro area

Central counties hold the urban core; outlying counties are linked to it by commuting.

County	Role	Population	Median income	Median home value
Orange County, FL	Central	1,471,937	$79,719	$390,100
Seminole County, FL	Central	481,470	$85,761	$386,900
Osceola County, FL	Outlying	427,415	$72,637	$353,300
Lake County, FL	Outlying	412,924	$73,161	$318,400

Largest cities and towns

100 places in our city pages lie in this area; the 25 largest are shown.

Place	Type	Population	Median income
Orlando, FL	City	319,758	$72,336
Alafaya, FL	CDP	92,449	$100,950
Kissimmee, FL	City	81,479	$53,758
Pine Hills, FL	CDP	80,105	$58,673
Horizon West, FL	CDP	67,416	$127,335
St. Cloud, FL	City	65,130	$83,174
Four Corners, FL	CDP	65,048	$72,879
Sanford, FL	City	63,730	$66,891
Apopka, FL	City	58,232	$96,884
Ocoee, FL	City	49,033	$98,911
Winter Garden, FL	City	47,872	$106,495
Clermont, FL	City	46,853	$82,306
Altamonte Springs, FL	City	46,116	$64,070
Meadow Woods, FL	CDP	42,852	$82,744
University, FL	CDP	41,902	$59,852
Oviedo, FL	City	40,599	$117,070
Winter Springs, FL	City	38,951	$92,574
Buenaventura Lakes, FL	CDP	32,682	$68,887
Leesburg, FL	City	30,807	$52,880
Winter Park, FL	City	30,274	$105,724
Casselberry, FL	City	30,135	$62,447
Eustis, FL	City	24,119	$65,373
Wekiwa Springs, FL	CDP	23,915	$116,596
Oak Ridge, FL	CDP	23,364	$54,685
Hunters Creek, FL	CDP	22,819	$99,195

Also in the Orlando-Lakeland-Deltona, FL combined area

Lakeland-Winter Haven, FL · metro · 790,694 Deltona-Daytona Beach-Ormond Beach, FL · metro · 706,150 Wildwood-The Villages, FL · metro · 143,408

Demographic Rates

Poverty Rate

11.7%

Unemployment

5.2%

College Educated

36.7%

Source: U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 5-Year Estimates (2020–2024) • Table S1701, S2301, S1501

Race & Ethnicity

Source: U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 5-Year Estimates (2020–2024) • Table B02001, B03003

Income Profile

Median Household Income

$78,533

Mean Household Income

$106,411

Income Distribution

Source: U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 5-Year Estimates (2020–2024) • Table S1901, S1902, S1903, B19013, B19113

Sex Distribution

Male

49.1%

Female

50.9%

Population Split

Male49.1%

Female50.9%

The sex distribution of a population provides insight into the demographic balance of a community. Significant skews in this ratio can be influenced by local industries (e.g., military bases, mining, or tech hubs), educational institutions, or migration patterns. Understanding this balance is essential for planning public health initiatives and social services.

Source: U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 5-Year Estimates (2020–2024) • Table S0101

Ancestry

German8.0%

English7.3%

Irish7.1%

Italian4.9%

Mexican2.7%

Polish1.7%

French1.5%

Scottish1.3%

African1.1%

Reported ancestry groups representing the cultural heritage of the population. Percentages may not sum to 100% as residents may report multiple ancestries or none.

Source: U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 5-Year Estimates (2020–2024) • Table B04006

Immigration & Nativity

Nativity Status

21.1%Foreign Born

78.9%Native Born

Citizenship Status

Naturalized51.6%

Non-Citizen48.4%

Period of Entry

2010 or Later42.9%

Before 201057.1%

Source: U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 5-Year Estimates (2020–2024) • Table B05001, B05002

Housing Characteristics

Total Housing Units

1,145,360

Median Rent

$1,760/mo

Median Home Value

$369,800

Median Year Built

1995

Housing Tenure

Housing Types

Source: U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 5-Year Estimates (2020–2024) • Table DP04

Education Enrollment

Total Enrolled

687,790

College Enrollment

23.7%

High School

20.5%

College Educated

36.7%

K-12 Enrollment

Higher Education

Source: U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 5-Year Estimates (2020–2024) • Table S1401, S1501

Transportation & Commute

Mean Commute Time

29.2 min

Drive Alone Rate

69.0%

Public Transit

1.0%

Work From Home

17.5%

Commute Mode

Vehicle Ownership

Source: U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 5-Year Estimates (2020–2024) • Table S0801, B08141

Age Distribution

Under 18

21.3%

18-34 Years

23.8%

35-64 Years

39.2%

65+ Years

15.7%

Population Composition

Under 1821.3%

18-3423.8%

35-6439.2%

65+15.7%

The age distribution of a community impacts local services, school requirements, and the labor market. A higher percentage of youth suggests a need for schools and family services, while a larger senior population may indicate a retirement destination or a need for healthcare services.

Source: U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 5-Year Estimates (2020–2024) • Table S0101

Household Composition

Married Couples

48.5%

Single Parent

6.0%

Living Alone

24.6%

Avg Size

2.68

Household Types

Married Couples48.5%

Single Parent6.0%

Living Alone24.6%

Household composition offers insights into the social fabric of a community. A high percentage of married couples often correlates with stability and higher household incomes, while a significant number of single-person households may indicate a younger transient population or an aging community.

Source: U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 5-Year Estimates (2020–2024) • Table S1101

Economic Profile

Per Capita Income

$40,221

SNAP Usage

12.7%

Health Insurance

89.0%

Household Income Breakdown

Under $25k13.2%

$25k - $50k17.4%

$50k - $100k31.0%

$100k+38.4%

Key Industries

Manufacturing

4.8%

Retail Trade

11.7%

Education & Health Care

19.9%

Source: U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 5-Year Estimates (2020–2024) • Table S1901, S2201, DP03

Health & Disability

Disability Rate

12.3%With Disability

Percentage of the civilian noninstitutionalized population with a disability.

Health Insurance Coverage

89.0%With Coverage

Percentage of the civilian noninstitutionalized population with health insurance coverage.

Why this matters: High disability rates may indicate a need for accessible infrastructure and specialized healthcare services. Health insurance coverage is a key indicator of a community's access to preventative care and financial resilience against medical emergencies.

Source: U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 5-Year Estimates (2020–2024) • Table S1810, S2701

Technology Access

Broadband Internet

93.7%vs ~90% National Avg

Computer Ownership

97.6%vs ~95% National Avg

Source: U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 5-Year Estimates (2020–2024) • Table S2801

Cost of Living & Housing

Cost of Living Scale

Lower is better

101.4

0130

Below average< 97

Near average97 - 103

Above average> 103

Prices compared with the US average (100). 105 means about 5% more expensive than average.

Housing Affordability

Higher is better

99.7

0200

Hard to Afford< 80

Moderate80 - 100

Affordable> 100

100 means a family earning the median family income just qualifies to buy the median-value home (20% down, 30-year loan at 6.72%).

Source: BEA Regional Price Parities · NAR affordability formula with Census ACS 2020–2024 incomes and home values and the Freddie Mac 30-year rate (2024)

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