Eglin AFB, Florida
Quick Statistics
Eglin AFB is a community in Okaloosa County, Florida, home to about 2,778 people spread across 3.1 square miles of land. The median personal income here is $47,420 a year. About 60.5% of adults hold a college degree, and 88.0% of residents under 65 have health insurance. The population has grown about 22 percent over the past decade.
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Among the Florida towns GeoStat tracks, Eglin AFB ranks number 621 of 955 in population, number 308 in median household income. See how it stacks up on the trends page or compare it with another town.
Summers around Eglin AFB typically top out near 92°F in July, while January nights average about 39°F. Full normals are on the climate page.
| # | Town | Distance | Population |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1. | Lake Lorraine, FL | 1.6 mi. | 6,903 |
| 2. | Shalimar, FL | 2.3 mi. | 885 |
| 3. | Valparaiso, FL | 3.0 mi. | 4,885 |
| 4. | Ocean City, FL | 3.7 mi. | 5,941 |
| 5. | Cinco Bayou, FL | 4.4 mi. | 609 |
| 6. | Fort Walton Beach, FL | 4.9 mi. | 21,025 |
| 7. | Wright, FL | 5.6 mi. | 27,927 |
| 8. | Destin, FL | 6.1 mi. | 14,077 |
What is the population of Eglin AFB, Florida?
Eglin AFB has a population of about 2,778 people, according to the latest Census Bureau estimates.
What county is Eglin AFB, Florida in?
Eglin AFB is located in Okaloosa County, Florida.
What is the median income in Eglin AFB, Florida?
The median personal income in Eglin AFB is about $47,420 per year.
How many tornadoes have hit near Eglin AFB, Florida?
Since 1950, 104 tornadoes have been recorded in Okaloosa County. See the tornado page for maps and details of each one.
What is the weather like in Eglin AFB, Florida?
Typical July highs run about 92 degrees and January lows about 39 degrees. Figures are 30-year NOAA climate normals.
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