Tarpon Springs, Florida Population 2026
Updated April 2026 · US Census ACS 2023 5-Year Estimates
The population of Tarpon Springs, Florida is 25,522 as of the 2023 American Community Survey, making it the 170th-largest city in Florida. The median household income is $68,877, the median home value is $321,000, and the median age is 55.7.
The population has grown 11.3% since 2010 (23,509 → 26,168).
25,522
Population
2756
People / sq mi
$68,877
Median Income
$321,000
Median Home Value
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Tarpon Springs covers 9.3 sq mi of land at 2756 people per square mile.
About Tarpon Springs, FL
Tarpon Springs skews on age — the median resident is 55.7, older than the national median. With 25,522 residents, Tarpon Springs is a city in Florida.
Household earnings are middling, with a median of $68,877 — below the US median of $78,538. The poverty rate is 5.3%, below the national 12.4%. Homes carry a median value of $321,000, with typical rent around $1,234.
Roughly 32.5% of adults have a bachelor’s, below the national 35.0%. A solid 19.1% of workers are based at home, above the national 14.0%, and the average commute runs about 30 minutes each way.
The age structure shapes everything downstream in Tarpon Springs — from housing demand to the mix of working-age earners reflected in the income figures above.
Tarpon Springs city Population History (2010-2024)
The city of Tarpon Springs city had a population of 23,509 in 2010 and 26,168 in 2024, a 11.3% growth over 14 years. The peak was 26,168 in 2024. Average annual growth rate: 0.77%.
26,168
Population (2024)
23,509
Population (2010)
26,168
Peak (2024)
0.77%
Avg Annual Growth
| Year | Population |
|---|---|
| 2010 | 23,509 |
| 2011 | 23,592 |
| 2012 | 23,730 |
| 2013 | 23,944 |
| 2014 | 24,291 |
| 2015 | 24,648 |
| 2016 | 24,977 |
| 2017 | 25,242 |
| 2018 | 25,474 |
| 2019 | 25,577 |
| 2020 | 25,153 |
| 2021 | 25,617 |
| 2022 | 25,956 |
| 2023 | 26,031 |
| 2024 | 26,168 |
Race & Ethnicity
| White | 83.2% |
| Black or African American | 6.1% |
| Asian | 0.0% |
| Hispanic or Latino (any race) | 1.5% |
| Two or More Races | 0.0% |
Economy & Income
$68,877
Median Household Income
$54,559
Per Capita Income
5.3%
Poverty Rate
2.8%
Unemployment Rate
Housing
$321,000
Median Home Value
$1,234
Median Rent
80.8%
Owner-Occupied
Education
92.7%
High School+
32.5%
Bachelor's+
Commute
0.0%
Drive Alone
72.7%
Public Transit
19.1%
Work From Home
30.4 min
Avg Commute
Community Profile
57.9%
Foreign Born
84.3%
Non-English at Home
12.3%
Veterans
21.5%
With Disability
91.2%
Health Insurance
94.2%
Internet Access
Employment by Industry
| Professional, Scientific & Management | 26.7% |
| Finance, Insurance & Real Estate | 12.7% |
| Education, Health Care & Social Services | 10.3% |
| Information | 9.6% |
| Construction | 7.2% |
| Manufacturing | 6.5% |
| Retail Trade | 5.6% |
| Public Administration | 3.2% |
| Arts, Entertainment & Food Services | 2.9% |
| Transportation & Warehousing | 1.8% |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Tarpon Springs, Florida has a population of 25,522 according to the US Census Bureau's 2023 American Community Survey 5-year estimates, making it the 170th-largest city in Florida.
The median household income in Tarpon Springs, Florida is $68,877, with 5.3% of residents living below the federal poverty level.
The median home value in Tarpon Springs, Florida is $321,000, with median monthly rent at $1,234 and a homeownership rate of 80.8%.
The median age in Tarpon Springs, Florida is 55.7 years. The population is 47.4% male and 52.6% female.
The population has grown 11.3% since 2010 (23,509 → 26,168).
Tarpon Springs city, FL Climate
Tarpon Springs city, FL has an average annual temperature of 22.3°C (72°F) and receives about 1322 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
1322
Precip (mm/yr)
Jul
Hottest Month
Jan
Coldest Month
| Month | Avg (°C/°F) | Precip |
|---|---|---|
| January | 15° / 60° | 79 mm |
| February | 16° / 61° | 81 mm |
| March | 19° / 66° | 99 mm |
| April | 22° / 71° | 49 mm |
| May | 25° / 77° | 81 mm |
| June | 27° / 81° | 151 mm |
| July | 28° / 82° | 177 mm |
| August | 28° / 82° | 215 mm |
| September | 27° / 81° | 180 mm |
| October | 24° / 75° | 79 mm |
| November | 20° / 68° | 59 mm |
| December | 17° / 62° | 72 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 Tarpon Springs city, FL
The most comfortable months to visit Tarpon Springs city, FL are typically April, November and October, when temperatures are mildest and rainfall is relatively low. The hottest month is July (around 33°C high). The coldest is January (near 10°C low). August is usually the wettest month.
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Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS, 2026.