Tavares, Florida Population 2026
Updated April 2026 · US Census ACS 2023 5-Year Estimates
The population of Tavares, Florida is 19,738 as of the 2023 American Community Survey, making it the 205th-largest city in Florida. The median household income is $57,644, the median home value is $225,500, and the median age is 54.6.
The population has grown 56.9% since 2010 (14,026 → 22,007).
19,738
Population
1599
People / sq mi
$57,644
Median Income
$225,500
Median Home Value
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Tavares covers 12.3 sq mi of land at 1599 people per square mile.
About Tavares, FL
Tavares skews on age — the median resident is 54.6, older than the national median. With 19,738 residents, Tavares is a city in Florida.
Earnings trail the nation, with the median household making $57,644, below the US median of $78,538. Poverty runs at 6.0%, below the national 12.4%. Homes are comparatively cheap — a median value of $225,500, with typical rent around $1,409.
24.8% of adults 25 and older hold a bachelor’s degree, below the national average of 35.0%. Just 5.7% of workers are home-based, below the national 14.0%, and the average commute runs about 26 minutes each way.
The age structure shapes everything downstream in Tavares — from housing demand to the mix of working-age earners reflected in the income figures above.
Tavares city Population History (2010-2024)
The city of Tavares city had a population of 14,026 in 2010 and 22,007 in 2024, a 56.9% growth over 14 years. The peak was 22,007 in 2024. Average annual growth rate: 3.28%.
22,007
Population (2024)
14,026
Population (2010)
22,007
Peak (2024)
3.28%
Avg Annual Growth
| Year | Population |
|---|---|
| 2010 | 14,026 |
| 2011 | 14,217 |
| 2012 | 14,367 |
| 2013 | 14,567 |
| 2014 | 15,052 |
| 2015 | 15,589 |
| 2016 | 16,117 |
| 2017 | 16,862 |
| 2018 | 17,520 |
| 2019 | 17,749 |
| 2020 | 19,019 |
| 2021 | 19,751 |
| 2022 | 20,408 |
| 2023 | 21,168 |
| 2024 | 22,007 |
Race & Ethnicity
| White | 73.5% |
| Black or African American | 9.7% |
| Asian | 0.0% |
| Hispanic or Latino (any race) | 0.9% |
| Two or More Races | 0.0% |
Economy & Income
$57,644
Median Household Income
$37,707
Per Capita Income
6.0%
Poverty Rate
1.5%
Unemployment Rate
Housing
$225,500
Median Home Value
$1,409
Median Rent
75.2%
Owner-Occupied
Education
88.0%
High School+
24.8%
Bachelor's+
Commute
0.0%
Drive Alone
82.1%
Public Transit
5.7%
Work From Home
26.0 min
Avg Commute
Community Profile
53.4%
Foreign Born
84.0%
Non-English at Home
12.1%
Veterans
22.1%
With Disability
91.1%
Health Insurance
92.1%
Internet Access
Employment by Industry
| Professional, Scientific & Management | 27.8% |
| Finance, Insurance & Real Estate | 16.0% |
| Education, Health Care & Social Services | 11.6% |
| Construction | 9.0% |
| Public Administration | 4.7% |
| Information | 4.4% |
| Manufacturing | 4.0% |
| Arts, Entertainment & Food Services | 3.6% |
| Retail Trade | 3.2% |
| Transportation & Warehousing | 1.6% |
| Agriculture & Mining | 1.1% |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Tavares, Florida has a population of 19,738 according to the US Census Bureau's 2023 American Community Survey 5-year estimates, making it the 205th-largest city in Florida.
The median household income in Tavares, Florida is $57,644, with 6.0% of residents living below the federal poverty level.
The median home value in Tavares, Florida is $225,500, with median monthly rent at $1,409 and a homeownership rate of 75.2%.
The median age in Tavares, Florida is 54.6 years. The population is 47.2% male and 52.8% female.
The population has grown 56.9% since 2010 (14,026 → 22,007).
Tavares city, FL Climate
Tavares city, FL has an average annual temperature of 21.6°C (71°F) and receives about 1264 mm of precipitation per year. The warmest month is July and the coldest is January. Figures are 1970–2000 climate normals.
21.6°C
Avg Temp
1264
Precip (mm/yr)
Jul
Hottest Month
Jan
Coldest Month
| Month | Avg (°C/°F) | Precip |
|---|---|---|
| January | 15° / 58° | 72 mm |
| February | 15° / 60° | 80 mm |
| March | 18° / 65° | 95 mm |
| April | 21° / 69° | 60 mm |
| May | 24° / 75° | 95 mm |
| June | 27° / 80° | 176 mm |
| July | 28° / 82° | 178 mm |
| August | 27° / 81° | 180 mm |
| September | 27° / 80° | 149 mm |
| October | 23° / 74° | 66 mm |
| November | 19° / 66° | 55 mm |
| December | 16° / 61° | 58 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 Tavares city, FL
The most comfortable months to visit Tavares 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 9°C low). August is usually the wettest month.
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Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS, 2026.