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Population Review

St. Augustine, Florida Population 2026

Updated April 2026 · US Census ACS 2023 5-Year Estimates

The population of St. Augustine, Florida is 14,979 as of the 2023 American Community Survey, making it the 257th-largest city in Florida. The median household income is $80,473, the median home value is $409,200, and the median age is 46.9.

The population has grown 22.9% since 2010 (13,050 → 16,033).

14,979

Population

1573

People / sq mi

$80,473

Median Income

$409,200

Median Home Value

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St. Augustine covers 9.5 sq mi of land at 1573 people per square mile.

About St. Augustine, FL

St. Augustine is distinguished by its share of foreign-born residents, 58.4% of the population. St. Augustine is a city in Florida with a population of 14,979.

The typical household here earns about $80,473, near the US median of $78,538. The poverty rate, 3.0%, is on the lower side for US cities and below the national 12.4%. The typical home is valued at $409,200, with typical rent around $1,560.

43.5% of adults 25 and older hold a bachelor’s degree, above the national average of 35.0%. About 18.1% of workers primarily work from home, above the national 14.0%, and the average commute runs about 21 minutes each way.

The large foreign-born share is a defining thread in St. Augustine, shaping language, household composition, and the labor force behind the economic figures above.

St. Augustine city Population History (2010-2024)

The city of St. Augustine city had a population of 13,050 in 2010 and 16,033 in 2024, a 22.9% growth over 14 years. The peak was 16,033 in 2024. Average annual growth rate: 1.51%.

2024 · 16K20102024
St. Augustine city population, 2010–2024 · Source: U.S. Census Bureau — decennial census & Population Estimates

16,033

Population (2024)

13,050

Population (2010)

16,033

Peak (2024)

1.51%

Avg Annual Growth

YearPopulation
201013,050
201113,203
201213,433
201313,605
201413,850
201513,996
201614,239
201714,489
201814,514
201915,415
202014,687
202115,140
202215,257
202315,559
202416,033

Race & Ethnicity

White84.8%
Black or African American4.0%
Asian0.0%
Hispanic or Latino (any race)0.8%
Two or More Races0.0%

Economy & Income

$80,473

Median Household Income

$46,355

Per Capita Income

3.0%

Poverty Rate

2.1%

Unemployment Rate

Housing

$409,200

Median Home Value

$1,560

Median Rent

63.7%

Owner-Occupied

Education

94.9%

High School+

43.5%

Bachelor's+

Commute

0.1%

Drive Alone

63.7%

Public Transit

18.1%

Work From Home

20.5 min

Avg Commute

Community Profile

58.4%

Foreign Born

89.3%

Non-English at Home

9.0%

Veterans

15.8%

With Disability

91.5%

Health Insurance

95.9%

Internet Access

Employment by Industry

Professional, Scientific & Management17.5%
Education, Health Care & Social Services14.5%
Finance, Insurance & Real Estate13.4%
Information8.6%
Arts, Entertainment & Food Services5.8%
Construction5.6%
Manufacturing4.8%
Public Administration4.3%
Retail Trade4.0%
Agriculture & Mining1.8%
Transportation & Warehousing0.5%

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Frequently Asked Questions

St. Augustine, Florida has a population of 14,979 according to the US Census Bureau's 2023 American Community Survey 5-year estimates, making it the 257th-largest city in Florida.

The median household income in St. Augustine, Florida is $80,473, with 3.0% of residents living below the federal poverty level.

The median home value in St. Augustine, Florida is $409,200, with median monthly rent at $1,560 and a homeownership rate of 63.7%.

The median age in St. Augustine, Florida is 46.9 years. The population is 44.7% male and 55.3% female.

The population has grown 22.9% since 2010 (13,050 → 16,033).

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Data from the American Community Survey (ACS) 5-Year estimates.

Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS, 2026.