Wellington, Florida Population 2026
Updated April 2026 · US Census ACS 2023 5-Year Estimates
The population of Wellington, Florida is 61,497 as of the 2023 American Community Survey, making it the 60th-largest city in Florida. The median household income is $110,294, the median home value is $557,100, and the median age is 42.2.
The population has grown 11.3% since 2010 (56,830 → 63,258).
61,497
Population
1364
People / sq mi
$110,294
Median Income
$557,100
Median Home Value
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Wellington covers 45.1 sq mi of land at 1364 people per square mile.
About Wellington, FL
Wellington is distinguished by its share of foreign-born residents, 43.2% of the population. Wellington is a city in Florida with a population of 61,497.
Median household income is $110,294, above the US median of $78,538. Poverty runs at 5.0%, below the national 12.4%. The median home value is $557,100, with typical rent around $2,445.
Educational attainment is on the higher side for US cities — 48.5% of adults hold a four-year degree, above the national 35.0%. A solid 18.2% of workers are based at home, above the national 14.0%, and the average commute runs about 32 minutes each way.
The large foreign-born share is a defining thread in Wellington, shaping language, household composition, and the labor force behind the economic figures above.
Wellington village Population History (2010-2024)
The city of Wellington village had a population of 56,830 in 2010 and 63,258 in 2024, a 11.3% growth over 14 years. The peak was 65,398 in 2019. Average annual growth rate: 0.79%.
63,258
Population (2024)
56,830
Population (2010)
65,398
Peak (2019)
0.79%
Avg Annual Growth
| Year | Population |
|---|---|
| 2010 | 56,830 |
| 2011 | 57,506 |
| 2012 | 58,593 |
| 2013 | 60,303 |
| 2014 | 61,507 |
| 2015 | 62,605 |
| 2016 | 64,204 |
| 2017 | 64,793 |
| 2018 | 65,058 |
| 2019 | 65,398 |
| 2020 | 61,573 |
| 2021 | 61,365 |
| 2022 | 61,954 |
| 2023 | 62,609 |
| 2024 | 63,258 |
Race & Ethnicity
| White | 59.4% |
| Black or African American | 11.6% |
| Asian | 0.0% |
| Hispanic or Latino (any race) | 0.8% |
| Two or More Races | 0.0% |
Economy & Income
$110,294
Median Household Income
$53,964
Per Capita Income
5.0%
Poverty Rate
2.6%
Unemployment Rate
Housing
$557,100
Median Home Value
$2,445
Median Rent
74.5%
Owner-Occupied
Education
94.7%
High School+
48.5%
Bachelor's+
Commute
0.2%
Drive Alone
71.0%
Public Transit
18.2%
Work From Home
32.2 min
Avg Commute
Community Profile
43.2%
Foreign Born
69.4%
Non-English at Home
4.3%
Veterans
9.4%
With Disability
91.7%
Health Insurance
97.8%
Internet Access
Employment by Industry
| Professional, Scientific & Management | 20.4% |
| Finance, Insurance & Real Estate | 14.3% |
| Information | 10.2% |
| Education, Health Care & Social Services | 8.5% |
| Construction | 6.9% |
| Public Administration | 6.1% |
| Manufacturing | 5.5% |
| Retail Trade | 5.4% |
| Arts, Entertainment & Food Services | 4.2% |
| Agriculture & Mining | 2.1% |
| Transportation & Warehousing | 1.6% |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Wellington, Florida has a population of 61,497 according to the US Census Bureau's 2023 American Community Survey 5-year estimates, making it the 60th-largest city in Florida.
The median household income in Wellington, Florida is $110,294, with 5.0% of residents living below the federal poverty level.
The median home value in Wellington, Florida is $557,100, with median monthly rent at $2,445 and a homeownership rate of 74.5%.
The median age in Wellington, Florida is 42.2 years. The population is 47.9% male and 52.1% female.
The population has grown 11.3% since 2010 (56,830 → 63,258).
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Data from the American Community Survey (ACS) 5-Year estimates.
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS, 2026.