Sarasota County, Florida Population 2026
Updated April 2026 · US Census ACS 2023 5-Year Estimates · 14th-largest in Florida
The population of Sarasota County, Florida is 449,011 as of the 2023 American Community Survey, making it the 14th-largest county in Florida. The median household income is $80,633, the median home value is $373,100, and the median age is 57.3.
The population of Sarasota County has grown 25.4% since 2010 (379,942 → 476,604), a +1.63% annualized rate.
449,011
Population
+1.63%
Annual growth
808
People / sq mi
$80,633
Median Income
$373,100
Median Home Value
Sarasota County covers 556 sq mi of land at 807.5 people per square mile.
About Sarasota County, FL
Sarasota County skews on age — the median resident is 57.3, older than the national median. With 449,011 residents, Sarasota County is a county in Florida. It ranks #14 among counties in Florida by population.
Households take in a median $80,633, comfortably near the US median of $78,538. The poverty rate, 5.4%, is on the lower side for US counties and below the national 12.4%. Home prices are steep, with the typical property valued at $373,100, with typical rent around $1,715.
Degree attainment is near the top of the range for US counties: 39.7% of adults 25+ hold a bachelor’s, above the 35.0% national rate. Working from home is common here: 15.2% of workers do so, above the national 14.0%, and the average commute runs about 25 minutes each way.
The age structure shapes everything downstream in Sarasota County — from housing demand to the mix of working-age earners reflected in the income figures above.
Sarasota County Population History (2010-2024)
The county of Sarasota County had a population of 379,942 in 2010 and 476,604 in 2024, a 25.4% growth over 14 years. The peak was 476,604 in 2024. Average annual growth rate: 1.64%.
476,604
Population (2024)
379,942
Population (2010)
476,604
Peak (2024)
1.64%
Avg Annual Growth
| Year | Population |
|---|---|
| 2010 | 379,942 |
| 2011 | 382,298 |
| 2012 | 386,585 |
| 2013 | 390,153 |
| 2014 | 396,636 |
| 2015 | 405,099 |
| 2016 | 413,395 |
| 2017 | 420,073 |
| 2018 | 426,890 |
| 2019 | 435,006 |
| 2020 | 436,256 |
| 2021 | 448,730 |
| 2022 | 464,067 |
| 2023 | 472,079 |
| 2024 | 476,604 |
Race & Ethnicity
| White | 84.0% |
| Black or African American | 4.1% |
| Asian | 0.0% |
| Hispanic or Latino (any race) | 0.9% |
| Two or More Races | 0.0% |
Age & Sex
57.3
Median Age
52.1%
Female
47.9%
Male
37.4%
Age 65+
Age Distribution
Children (under 15): 11.3% · Seniors (65+): 37.4%
Income & Poverty
| Median household income | $80,633+$8,922 vs state |
| Mean household income | $120,022 |
| Per-capita income | $55,430 |
| Poverty rate | 5.4%-3.5% vs state |
| Unemployment rate | 1.8% |
| Employment-to-population | 46.9% |
Top Industries by Employment
The largest employment sector in Sarasota County is professional & business services, accounting for 21.3% of workers.
How residents commute
0.5%
Drive alone
1.0%
Carpool
72.9%
Public transit
15.2%
Work from home
24.5 min
Avg commute
Housing
$373,100+$48,100 vs state
Median home value
$1,715
Median rent
76.3%
Homeownership rate
260,272
Total housing units
79.0%
Occupied
21.0%
Vacant
23.7%
Renter-occupied
Social & access
90.0%
With health insurance
96.0%
With broadband internet
63.2%
Foreign-born
9.5%
Veterans (18+)
15.3%
With a disability
85.8%
Speak language other than English at home
Education
94.4%
High School+
39.7%
Bachelor's+
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Common questions about Sarasota County, FL
Frequently Asked Questions
Sarasota County, Florida has a population of 449,011 according to the US Census Bureau's 2023 American Community Survey 5-year estimates, making it the 14th-largest county in Florida. Population density is 808 people per square mile.
The population of Sarasota County has grown 25.4% since 2010 (379,942 → 476,604), a +1.63% annualized rate.
The median household income in Sarasota County, Florida is $80,633, with mean (average) household income of $120,022 and per-capita income of $55,430. 5.4% of residents live below the federal poverty level.
In Sarasota County, the largest racial and ethnic groups are White (84.0%), Black or African American (4.1%), Hispanic or Latino (0.9%). Figures are from the US Census Bureau's 2023 ACS 5-year estimates and reflect self-reported responses.
The median age in Sarasota County, Florida is 57.3 years. Residents are 52.1% female and 47.9% male.
The median home value in Sarasota County is $373,100 and median monthly rent is $1,715. 76.3% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. The county has 260,272 total housing units, 21.0% of which are vacant.
The largest employment sector in Sarasota County, Florida is professional, scientific, and management services, employing 21.3% of workers. The unemployment rate is 1.8%.
Jacksonville is among the largest cities associated with Sarasota County, Florida, with a population of 961,739.
Sarasota County, FL Climate
Sarasota County, FL has an average annual temperature of 22.8°C (73°F) and receives about 1294 mm of precipitation per year. The warmest month is August and the coldest is January. Figures are 1970–2000 climate normals.
22.8°C
Avg Temp
1294
Precip (mm/yr)
Aug
Hottest Month
Jan
Coldest Month
| Month | Avg (°C/°F) | Precip |
|---|---|---|
| January | 17° / 62° | 60 mm |
| February | 17° / 63° | 73 mm |
| March | 20° / 67° | 82 mm |
| April | 22° / 71° | 40 mm |
| May | 25° / 77° | 77 mm |
| June | 27° / 81° | 184 mm |
| July | 28° / 82° | 190 mm |
| August | 28° / 82° | 225 mm |
| September | 27° / 81° | 191 mm |
| October | 25° / 76° | 66 mm |
| November | 21° / 70° | 53 mm |
| December | 18° / 64° | 53 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 Sarasota County, FL
The most comfortable months to visit Sarasota County, FL are typically November, April and March, when temperatures are mildest and rainfall is relatively low. The hottest month is August (around 33°C high). The coldest is January (near 11°C low). August is usually the wettest month.
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