South Bradenton, Florida Population 2026
Updated April 2026 · US Census ACS 2023 5-Year Estimates
The population of South Bradenton, Florida is 25,585 as of the 2023 American Community Survey, making it the 168th-largest city in Florida. The median household income is $47,914, the median home value is $149,600, and the median age is 45.5.
25,585
Population
5686
People / sq mi
$47,914
Median Income
$149,600
Median Home Value
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South Bradenton covers 4.5 sq mi of land at 5686 people per square mile.
About South Bradenton, FL
Remote work is unusually rare in South Bradenton: 3.3% of workers primarily work from home, below the 14.0% national rate. With 25,585 residents, South Bradenton is a city in Florida.
Incomes are among the lowest of comparable places, with a median household income of $47,914, below the US median of $78,538. Poverty sits at 12.4%, close to the national 12.4%. Homes are comparatively cheap — a median value of $149,600, with typical rent around $1,230.
College attainment is 17.4%, below the national 35.0%. Home-based work is uncommon, at 3.3%, below the national 14.0%, and the average commute runs about 25 minutes each way.
Race & Ethnicity
| White | 67.1% |
| Black or African American | 9.7% |
| Asian | 0.0% |
| Hispanic or Latino (any race) | 1.5% |
| Two or More Races | 0.0% |
Economy & Income
$47,914
Median Household Income
$30,055
Per Capita Income
12.4%
Poverty Rate
3.6%
Unemployment Rate
Housing
$149,600
Median Home Value
$1,230
Median Rent
53.2%
Owner-Occupied
Education
83.5%
High School+
17.4%
Bachelor's+
Commute
3.1%
Drive Alone
75.7%
Public Transit
3.3%
Work From Home
24.5 min
Avg Commute
Community Profile
45.7%
Foreign Born
68.0%
Non-English at Home
7.6%
Veterans
20.7%
With Disability
77.2%
Health Insurance
92.4%
Internet Access
Employment by Industry
| Education, Health Care & Social Services | 17.5% |
| Professional, Scientific & Management | 15.2% |
| Construction | 11.6% |
| Finance, Insurance & Real Estate | 10.7% |
| Manufacturing | 9.8% |
| Retail Trade | 5.8% |
| Arts, Entertainment & Food Services | 4.8% |
| Public Administration | 3.6% |
| Information | 3.2% |
| Transportation & Warehousing | 0.4% |
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Frequently Asked Questions
South Bradenton, Florida has a population of 25,585 according to the US Census Bureau's 2023 American Community Survey 5-year estimates, making it the 168th-largest city in Florida.
The median household income in South Bradenton, Florida is $47,914, with 12.4% of residents living below the federal poverty level.
The median home value in South Bradenton, Florida is $149,600, with median monthly rent at $1,230 and a homeownership rate of 53.2%.
The median age in South Bradenton, Florida is 45.5 years. The population is 48.8% male and 51.2% female.
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Data from the American Community Survey (ACS) 5-Year estimates.
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS, 2026.