Lakeland, Florida
Quick Statistics
Lakeland is a community in Polk County, Florida, home to about 119,961 people spread across 66.6 square miles of land. The median personal income here is $33,515 a year, and a typical home is worth about $249,400. About 39.3% of adults hold a college degree, and 85.4% of residents under 65 have health insurance. The population has grown about 23 percent over the past decade.
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Among the Florida towns GeoStat tracks, Lakeland ranks number 20 of 955 in population, number 570 in median household income, number 630 in median home value. See how it stacks up on the trends page or compare it with another town.
Summers around Lakeland typically top out near 93°F in July, while January nights average about 50°F. Full normals are on the climate page.
| # | Town | Distance | Population |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1. | Combee Settlement, FL | 3.1 mi. | 5,242 |
| 2. | Crystal Lake, FL | 3.6 mi. | 5,451 |
| 3. | Fussels Corner, FL | 5.7 mi. | 5,682 |
| 4. | Lakeland Highlands, FL | 6.8 mi. | 12,102 |
| 5. | Kathleen, FL | 6.8 mi. | 7,201 |
| 6. | Medulla, FL | 6.9 mi. | 10,985 |
| 7. | Highland City, FL | 7.9 mi. | 13,276 |
| 8. | Fuller Heights, FL | 9.4 mi. | 10,083 |
What is the population of Lakeland, Florida?
Lakeland has a population of about 119,961 people, according to the latest Census Bureau estimates.
What county is Lakeland, Florida in?
Lakeland is located in Polk County, Florida.
What is the median home value in Lakeland, Florida?
The median home value in Lakeland is about $249,400, based on American Community Survey data.
What is the median income in Lakeland, Florida?
The median personal income in Lakeland is about $33,515 per year.
How many tornadoes have hit near Lakeland, Florida?
Since 1950, 171 tornadoes have been recorded in Polk County. See the tornado page for maps and details of each one.
What is the weather like in Lakeland, Florida?
Typical July highs run about 93 degrees and January lows about 50 degrees. Figures are 30-year NOAA climate normals.
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