Bartow, Florida Population 2026
Updated April 2026 · US Census ACS 2023 5-Year Estimates
The population of Bartow, Florida is 19,801 as of the 2023 American Community Survey, making it the 203rd-largest city in Florida. The median household income is $66,944, the median home value is $210,400, and the median age is 36.1.
The population has grown 28.5% since 2010 (17,180 → 22,084).
19,801
Population
426
People / sq mi
$66,944
Median Income
$210,400
Median Home Value
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Bartow covers 46.5 sq mi of land at 426 people per square mile.
About Bartow, FL
Bartow stands apart on settlement density — it is among the most sparsely settled of US cities, at roughly 426 people per square mile. Bartow is a city in Florida with a population of 19,801.
The typical household here earns about $66,944, below the US median of $78,538. Poverty runs at 10.4%, below the national 12.4%. Housing is relatively affordable, with a median home value of $210,400, with typical rent around $1,073.
Fewer adults hold degrees here than in most comparable places — 22.3%, below the national 35.0%. Just 7.6% of workers are home-based, below the national 14.0%, and the average commute runs about 25 minutes each way.
Bartow city Population History (2010-2024)
The city of Bartow city had a population of 17,180 in 2010 and 22,084 in 2024, a 28.5% growth over 14 years. The peak was 22,084 in 2024. Average annual growth rate: 1.83%.
22,084
Population (2024)
17,180
Population (2010)
22,084
Peak (2024)
1.83%
Avg Annual Growth
| Year | Population |
|---|---|
| 2010 | 17,180 |
| 2011 | 17,324 |
| 2012 | 17,475 |
| 2013 | 17,679 |
| 2014 | 18,116 |
| 2015 | 18,598 |
| 2016 | 19,117 |
| 2017 | 19,472 |
| 2018 | 19,870 |
| 2019 | 20,147 |
| 2020 | 19,574 |
| 2021 | 19,785 |
| 2022 | 20,011 |
| 2023 | 20,762 |
| 2024 | 22,084 |
Race & Ethnicity
| White | 57.9% |
| Black or African American | 22.6% |
| Asian | 0.0% |
| Hispanic or Latino (any race) | 0.9% |
| Two or More Races | 0.0% |
Economy & Income
$66,944
Median Household Income
$31,020
Per Capita Income
10.4%
Poverty Rate
2.3%
Unemployment Rate
Housing
$210,400
Median Home Value
$1,073
Median Rent
66.4%
Owner-Occupied
Education
90.2%
High School+
22.3%
Bachelor's+
Commute
0.0%
Drive Alone
79.9%
Public Transit
7.6%
Work From Home
24.6 min
Avg Commute
Community Profile
28.9%
Foreign Born
86.5%
Non-English at Home
8.1%
Veterans
14.6%
With Disability
91.0%
Health Insurance
92.4%
Internet Access
Employment by Industry
| Professional, Scientific & Management | 24.1% |
| Education, Health Care & Social Services | 11.3% |
| Construction | 9.1% |
| Public Administration | 8.4% |
| Finance, Insurance & Real Estate | 8.3% |
| Arts, Entertainment & Food Services | 6.9% |
| Retail Trade | 6.8% |
| Manufacturing | 4.9% |
| Information | 4.8% |
| Agriculture & Mining | 2.0% |
| Transportation & Warehousing | 0.8% |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Bartow, Florida has a population of 19,801 according to the US Census Bureau's 2023 American Community Survey 5-year estimates, making it the 203rd-largest city in Florida.
The median household income in Bartow, Florida is $66,944, with 10.4% of residents living below the federal poverty level.
The median home value in Bartow, Florida is $210,400, with median monthly rent at $1,073 and a homeownership rate of 66.4%.
The median age in Bartow, Florida is 36.1 years. The population is 48.6% male and 51.4% female.
The population has grown 28.5% since 2010 (17,180 → 22,084).
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Data from the American Community Survey (ACS) 5-Year estimates.
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS, 2026.