Zephyrhills, Florida Population 2026
Updated April 2026 · US Census ACS 2023 5-Year Estimates
The population of Zephyrhills, Florida is 18,471 as of the 2023 American Community Survey, making it the 219th-largest city in Florida. The median household income is $49,295, the median home value is $191,700, and the median age is 48.9.
The population has grown 60.8% since 2010 (13,872 → 22,304).
18,471
Population
1918
People / sq mi
$49,295
Median Income
$191,700
Median Home Value
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Zephyrhills covers 9.6 sq mi of land at 1918 people per square mile.
About Zephyrhills, FL
Zephyrhills skews on age — the median resident is 48.9, older than the national median. With 18,471 residents, Zephyrhills is a city in Florida.
Household earnings sit near the bottom of the range at $49,295, below the US median of $78,538. Poverty runs at 8.8%, below the national 12.4%. Homes are comparatively cheap — a median value of $191,700, with typical rent around $1,034.
Fewer adults hold degrees here than in most comparable places — 18.9%, below the national 35.0%. Around 13.8% of workers work from home, close to the national 14.0%, and the average commute runs about 29 minutes each way.
The age structure shapes everything downstream in Zephyrhills — from housing demand to the mix of working-age earners reflected in the income figures above.
Zephyrhills city Population History (2010-2024)
The city of Zephyrhills city had a population of 13,872 in 2010 and 22,304 in 2024, a 60.8% growth over 14 years. The peak was 22,304 in 2024. Average annual growth rate: 3.48%.
22,304
Population (2024)
13,872
Population (2010)
22,304
Peak (2024)
3.48%
Avg Annual Growth
| Year | Population |
|---|---|
| 2010 | 13,872 |
| 2011 | 14,290 |
| 2012 | 14,393 |
| 2013 | 14,452 |
| 2014 | 14,615 |
| 2015 | 14,815 |
| 2016 | 15,130 |
| 2017 | 15,584 |
| 2018 | 15,923 |
| 2019 | 16,456 |
| 2020 | 17,353 |
| 2021 | 18,275 |
| 2022 | 19,365 |
| 2023 | 21,007 |
| 2024 | 22,304 |
Race & Ethnicity
| White | 79.7% |
| Black or African American | 5.2% |
| Asian | 0.0% |
| Hispanic or Latino (any race) | 1.4% |
| Two or More Races | 0.0% |
Economy & Income
$49,295
Median Household Income
$27,730
Per Capita Income
8.8%
Poverty Rate
1.7%
Unemployment Rate
Housing
$191,700
Median Home Value
$1,034
Median Rent
67.2%
Owner-Occupied
Education
89.9%
High School+
18.9%
Bachelor's+
Commute
0.4%
Drive Alone
71.1%
Public Transit
13.8%
Work From Home
28.6 min
Avg Commute
Community Profile
55.3%
Foreign Born
83.3%
Non-English at Home
10.8%
Veterans
22.6%
With Disability
90.3%
Health Insurance
93.7%
Internet Access
Employment by Industry
| Professional, Scientific & Management | 27.1% |
| Education, Health Care & Social Services | 13.9% |
| Finance, Insurance & Real Estate | 7.3% |
| Retail Trade | 6.8% |
| Arts, Entertainment & Food Services | 6.7% |
| Construction | 6.5% |
| Information | 5.9% |
| Manufacturing | 4.6% |
| Public Administration | 3.0% |
| Transportation & Warehousing | 1.5% |
| Agriculture & Mining | 0.3% |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Zephyrhills, Florida has a population of 18,471 according to the US Census Bureau's 2023 American Community Survey 5-year estimates, making it the 219th-largest city in Florida.
The median household income in Zephyrhills, Florida is $49,295, with 8.8% of residents living below the federal poverty level.
The median home value in Zephyrhills, Florida is $191,700, with median monthly rent at $1,034 and a homeownership rate of 67.2%.
The median age in Zephyrhills, Florida is 48.9 years. The population is 44.3% male and 55.7% female.
The population has grown 60.8% since 2010 (13,872 → 22,304).
Zephyrhills city, FL Climate
Zephyrhills city, FL has an average annual temperature of 22.1°C (72°F) and receives about 1288 mm of precipitation per year. The warmest month is July and the coldest is January. Figures are 1970–2000 climate normals.
22.1°C
Avg Temp
1288
Precip (mm/yr)
Jul
Hottest Month
Jan
Coldest Month
| Month | Avg (°C/°F) | Precip |
|---|---|---|
| January | 15° / 60° | 72 mm |
| February | 16° / 61° | 82 mm |
| March | 19° / 66° | 93 mm |
| April | 22° / 71° | 49 mm |
| May | 25° / 76° | 92 mm |
| June | 27° / 81° | 176 mm |
| July | 28° / 82° | 184 mm |
| August | 28° / 82° | 200 mm |
| September | 27° / 80° | 158 mm |
| October | 24° / 74° | 62 mm |
| November | 20° / 67° | 54 mm |
| December | 17° / 62° | 66 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 Zephyrhills city, FL
The most comfortable months to visit Zephyrhills 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.