Leesburg, Florida Population 2026
Updated April 2026 · US Census ACS 2023 5-Year Estimates
The population of Leesburg, Florida is 28,461 as of the 2023 American Community Survey, making it the 146th-largest city in Florida. The median household income is $47,506, the median home value is $214,300, and the median age is 46.4.
The population has grown 85.2% since 2010 (20,418 → 37,815).
28,461
Population
723
People / sq mi
$47,506
Median Income
$214,300
Median Home Value
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Leesburg covers 39.3 sq mi of land at 723 people per square mile.
About Leesburg, FL
What distinguishes Leesburg is density: among the most sparsely settled of US cities, around 723 people per square mile. With 28,461 residents, Leesburg is a city in Florida.
Incomes are among the lowest of comparable places, with a median household income of $47,506, below the US median of $78,538. Poverty sits at 12.5%, close to the national 12.4%. Homes are comparatively cheap — a median value of $214,300, with typical rent around $1,169.
College attainment is 19.3%, below the national 35.0%. About 9.4% of the workforce is home-based, below the national 14.0%, and the average commute runs about 25 minutes each way.
Leesburg city Population History (2010-2024)
The city of Leesburg city had a population of 20,418 in 2010 and 37,815 in 2024, a 85.2% growth over 14 years. The peak was 37,815 in 2024. Average annual growth rate: 4.63%.
37,815
Population (2024)
20,418
Population (2010)
37,815
Peak (2024)
4.63%
Avg Annual Growth
| Year | Population |
|---|---|
| 2010 | 20,418 |
| 2011 | 20,570 |
| 2012 | 20,758 |
| 2013 | 20,987 |
| 2014 | 21,354 |
| 2015 | 21,773 |
| 2016 | 22,187 |
| 2017 | 22,605 |
| 2018 | 23,126 |
| 2019 | 23,671 |
| 2020 | 27,127 |
| 2021 | 27,941 |
| 2022 | 29,257 |
| 2023 | 31,913 |
| 2024 | 37,815 |
Race & Ethnicity
| White | 59.0% |
| Black or African American | 21.9% |
| Asian | 0.0% |
| Hispanic or Latino (any race) | 1.3% |
| Two or More Races | 0.0% |
Economy & Income
$47,506
Median Household Income
$27,835
Per Capita Income
12.5%
Poverty Rate
4.3%
Unemployment Rate
Housing
$214,300
Median Home Value
$1,169
Median Rent
57.9%
Owner-Occupied
Education
87.4%
High School+
19.3%
Bachelor's+
Commute
0.7%
Drive Alone
69.1%
Public Transit
9.4%
Work From Home
24.8 min
Avg Commute
Community Profile
44.7%
Foreign Born
83.4%
Non-English at Home
9.5%
Veterans
23.2%
With Disability
86.4%
Health Insurance
93.2%
Internet Access
Employment by Industry
| Professional, Scientific & Management | 25.8% |
| Education, Health Care & Social Services | 14.4% |
| Finance, Insurance & Real Estate | 9.3% |
| Construction | 8.5% |
| Retail Trade | 6.4% |
| Manufacturing | 6.3% |
| Information | 5.5% |
| Agriculture & Mining | 3.7% |
| Public Administration | 3.4% |
| Arts, Entertainment & Food Services | 2.4% |
| Transportation & Warehousing | 0.6% |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Leesburg, Florida has a population of 28,461 according to the US Census Bureau's 2023 American Community Survey 5-year estimates, making it the 146th-largest city in Florida.
The median household income in Leesburg, Florida is $47,506, with 12.5% of residents living below the federal poverty level.
The median home value in Leesburg, Florida is $214,300, with median monthly rent at $1,169 and a homeownership rate of 57.9%.
The median age in Leesburg, Florida is 46.4 years. The population is 50.0% male and 50.0% female.
The population has grown 85.2% since 2010 (20,418 → 37,815).
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Data from the American Community Survey (ACS) 5-Year estimates.
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS, 2026.