Mount Dora, Florida Population 2026
Updated April 2026 · US Census ACS 2023 5-Year Estimates
The population of Mount Dora, Florida is 16,812 as of the 2023 American Community Survey, making it the 234th-largest city in Florida. The median household income is $69,931, the median home value is $316,100, and the median age is 48.8.
The population has grown 49.9% since 2010 (12,186 → 18,261).
16,812
Population
1905
People / sq mi
$69,931
Median Income
$316,100
Median Home Value
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Mount Dora covers 8.8 sq mi of land at 1905 people per square mile.
About Mount Dora, FL
Age is the most distinctive thing about Mount Dora: a median age of 48.8, older than the national median. With 16,812 residents, Mount Dora is a city in Florida.
Median household income is $69,931, below the US median of $78,538. About 7.2% of residents live below the federal poverty level, below the national 12.4%. Homes carry a median value of $316,100, with typical rent around $1,500.
37.5% of adults 25 and older hold a bachelor’s degree, above the national average of 35.0%. Remote work is on the higher side at 15.8%, above the national 14.0%, and the average commute runs about 29 minutes each way.
The age structure shapes everything downstream in Mount Dora — from housing demand to the mix of working-age earners reflected in the income figures above.
Mount Dora city Population History (2010-2024)
The city of Mount Dora city had a population of 12,186 in 2010 and 18,261 in 2024, a 49.9% growth over 14 years. The peak was 18,261 in 2024. Average annual growth rate: 2.97%.
18,261
Population (2024)
12,186
Population (2010)
18,261
Peak (2024)
2.97%
Avg Annual Growth
| Year | Population |
|---|---|
| 2010 | 12,186 |
| 2011 | 12,416 |
| 2012 | 12,574 |
| 2013 | 12,724 |
| 2014 | 13,029 |
| 2015 | 13,323 |
| 2016 | 13,605 |
| 2017 | 13,864 |
| 2018 | 14,203 |
| 2019 | 14,516 |
| 2020 | 16,405 |
| 2021 | 16,718 |
| 2022 | 17,195 |
| 2023 | 17,846 |
| 2024 | 18,261 |
Race & Ethnicity
| White | 69.6% |
| Black or African American | 13.5% |
| Asian | 0.0% |
| Hispanic or Latino (any race) | 0.1% |
| Two or More Races | 1.9% |
Economy & Income
$69,931
Median Household Income
$40,059
Per Capita Income
7.2%
Poverty Rate
2.6%
Unemployment Rate
Housing
$316,100
Median Home Value
$1,500
Median Rent
62.7%
Owner-Occupied
Education
93.2%
High School+
37.5%
Bachelor's+
Commute
0.6%
Drive Alone
67.0%
Public Transit
15.8%
Work From Home
28.8 min
Avg Commute
Community Profile
51.8%
Foreign Born
83.8%
Non-English at Home
11.5%
Veterans
17.5%
With Disability
88.0%
Health Insurance
94.8%
Internet Access
Employment by Industry
| Professional, Scientific & Management | 20.7% |
| Finance, Insurance & Real Estate | 14.1% |
| Construction | 12.7% |
| Education, Health Care & Social Services | 11.2% |
| Information | 9.1% |
| Arts, Entertainment & Food Services | 4.6% |
| Retail Trade | 4.0% |
| Public Administration | 3.9% |
| Manufacturing | 3.0% |
| Agriculture & Mining | 0.8% |
| Transportation & Warehousing | 0.6% |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Mount Dora, Florida has a population of 16,812 according to the US Census Bureau's 2023 American Community Survey 5-year estimates, making it the 234th-largest city in Florida.
The median household income in Mount Dora, Florida is $69,931, with 7.2% of residents living below the federal poverty level.
The median home value in Mount Dora, Florida is $316,100, with median monthly rent at $1,500 and a homeownership rate of 62.7%.
The median age in Mount Dora, Florida is 48.8 years. The population is 48.1% male and 51.9% female.
The population has grown 49.9% since 2010 (12,186 → 18,261).
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Data from the American Community Survey (ACS) 5-Year estimates.
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS, 2026.