Kissimmee, Florida Population 2026
Updated April 2026 · US Census ACS 2023 5-Year Estimates
The population of Kissimmee, Florida is 79,504 as of the 2023 American Community Survey, making it the 44th-largest city in Florida. The median household income is $51,277, the median home value is $273,900, and the median age is 36.3.
The population has grown 42.0% since 2010 (59,694 → 84,756).
79,504
Population
3692
People / sq mi
$51,277
Median Income
$273,900
Median Home Value
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Kissimmee covers 21.5 sq mi of land at 3692 people per square mile.
About Kissimmee, FL
The poverty rate is what most separates Kissimmee from the typical city: 20.6% of residents live below the federal poverty line, against 12.4% nationally. With 79,504 residents, Kissimmee is a city in Florida. It ranks #44 among cities in Florida by population.
Earnings trail the nation, with the median household making $51,277, below the US median of $78,538. Poverty is among the highest of comparable US cities: 20.6%, above the national 12.4%. Median home value is $273,900, with typical rent around $1,553.
Roughly 25.6% of adults have a bachelor’s, below the national 35.0%. About 9.0% of the workforce is home-based, below the national 14.0%, and the average commute runs about 34 minutes each way.
The elevated poverty rate is the context for the rest of the profile in Kissimmee: it pulls on median income, housing tenure, and the share of residents with a college degree.
Kissimmee city Population History (2010-2024)
The city of Kissimmee city had a population of 59,694 in 2010 and 84,756 in 2024, a 42.0% growth over 14 years. The peak was 84,756 in 2024. Average annual growth rate: 2.56%.
84,756
Population (2024)
59,694
Population (2010)
84,756
Peak (2024)
2.56%
Avg Annual Growth
| Year | Population |
|---|---|
| 2010 | 59,694 |
| 2011 | 61,323 |
| 2012 | 63,422 |
| 2013 | 64,921 |
| 2014 | 66,509 |
| 2015 | 68,633 |
| 2016 | 69,407 |
| 2017 | 71,446 |
| 2018 | 73,751 |
| 2019 | 72,717 |
| 2020 | 79,179 |
| 2021 | 79,578 |
| 2022 | 80,798 |
| 2023 | 83,028 |
| 2024 | 84,756 |
Race & Ethnicity
| White | 33.4% |
| Black or African American | 9.7% |
| Asian | 0.0% |
| Hispanic or Latino (any race) | 1.1% |
| Two or More Races | 0.0% |
Economy & Income
$51,277
Median Household Income
$25,390
Per Capita Income
20.6%
Poverty Rate
5.1%
Unemployment Rate
Housing
$273,900
Median Home Value
$1,553
Median Rent
48.1%
Owner-Occupied
Education
84.8%
High School+
25.6%
Bachelor's+
Commute
2.4%
Drive Alone
67.0%
Public Transit
9.0%
Work From Home
33.7 min
Avg Commute
Community Profile
27.4%
Foreign Born
32.0%
Non-English at Home
5.3%
Veterans
15.5%
With Disability
86.9%
Health Insurance
95.9%
Internet Access
Employment by Industry
| Education, Health Care & Social Services | 19.1% |
| Professional, Scientific & Management | 15.0% |
| Finance, Insurance & Real Estate | 13.2% |
| Construction | 9.1% |
| Retail Trade | 8.3% |
| Information | 5.7% |
| Arts, Entertainment & Food Services | 5.3% |
| Manufacturing | 4.1% |
| Public Administration | 2.8% |
| Transportation & Warehousing | 1.1% |
| Agriculture & Mining | 0.2% |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Kissimmee, Florida has a population of 79,504 according to the US Census Bureau's 2023 American Community Survey 5-year estimates, making it the 44th-largest city in Florida.
The median household income in Kissimmee, Florida is $51,277, with 20.6% of residents living below the federal poverty level.
The median home value in Kissimmee, Florida is $273,900, with median monthly rent at $1,553 and a homeownership rate of 48.1%.
The median age in Kissimmee, Florida is 36.3 years. The population is 50.6% male and 49.4% female.
The population has grown 42.0% since 2010 (59,694 → 84,756).
Kissimmee city, FL Climate
Kissimmee city, FL has an average annual temperature of 22.3°C (72°F) and receives about 1221 mm of precipitation per year. The warmest month is July and the coldest is January. Figures are 1970–2000 climate normals.
22.3°C
Avg Temp
1221
Precip (mm/yr)
Jul
Hottest Month
Jan
Coldest Month
| Month | Avg (°C/°F) | Precip |
|---|---|---|
| January | 16° / 60° | 56 mm |
| February | 17° / 62° | 77 mm |
| March | 19° / 67° | 83 mm |
| April | 22° / 71° | 45 mm |
| May | 25° / 76° | 98 mm |
| June | 27° / 81° | 181 mm |
| July | 28° / 82° | 181 mm |
| August | 28° / 82° | 178 mm |
| September | 27° / 80° | 151 mm |
| October | 24° / 75° | 63 mm |
| November | 20° / 68° | 57 mm |
| December | 17° / 62° | 51 mm |
1970–2000 normals from WorldClim 2.1 (~9 km grid). Precipitation can be less precise near mountains or coastlines, where rainfall varies sharply over short distances.
Best time to visit Kissimmee city, FL
The most comfortable months to visit Kissimmee city, FL are typically April, November and March, when temperatures are mildest and rainfall is relatively low. The hottest month is July (around 33°C high). The coldest is January (near 9°C low). June is usually the wettest month.
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Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS, 2026.