Avon Park

FL

Highlands County, Florida

Population 106K |Median income $54,897 |2 hospitals

Population
105,702
Highlands County
Median Income
$54,897
-19% vs avg
Median Home Value
$187,900
-17% vs avg
Median Age
54.4
years

10-Year Trends 2013–2024

20132024
Population
106K+8%
Median Income
$54,897+54%
Median Home Value
$187,900+101%
Poverty Rate
15.3%-24%
Unemployment
6.4%-58%

Economics

Median Rent
$1,035/mo
Poverty Rate
15.3% +8% vs avg
Unemployment 6.4%
Bachelor's Degree+ 20.5%
Work From Home 8.6%
Public Transit 0.2%

Population

White 68.4%
African American 9.8%
Asian 1.5%

Health Profile 15 measures

Health Indicators

High Blood Pressure
46.1%
Obesity
36.7%
Short Sleep Duration
34.8%
Physical Inactivity
33.3%
Diabetes
18.3%
Lack of Health Insurance
17.9%
Frequent Physical Distress
17.5%
Frequent Mental Distress
15.7%
Current Smoking
14.3%
Coronary Heart Disease
11.7%

Preventive Care

Annual Checkup 81.9%
Dental Visit 54.7%

Other Measures

Binge Drinking
11.5%
Current Asthma
9.5%
Stroke
5.6%

Hospitals 2 total

Rating Distribution
★★★★★
0
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1
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1
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0
Average Rating
2.5/5
Total Hospitals
2
With ER
2
ADVENTHEALTH SEBRING
SEBRING · Acute Care Hospitals · ER
★★★☆☆
HCA FLORIDA HIGHLANDS HOSPITAL
SEBRING · Acute Care Hospitals · ER
★★☆☆☆

Alerts & News — Avon Park Area 6

Weather Alerts high

Severe Thunderstorm Warning Issued for Big Bend Florida Counties Including Tallahassee

NOAA · 29m ago
Weather Alerts high

Special Marine Warning Issued for Gulf Waters Near Pensacola and Pascagoula

NOAA · 35m ago
Weather Alerts high

Special Marine Warning Issued for Waters from Pensacola to Pascagoula Until 7:30 AM CDT

NOAA · 36m ago
Weather Alerts high

Severe Thunderstorm Warning Issued for Franklin, Liberty, and Wakulla Counties

NOAA · 36m ago
Weather Alerts high

Severe Thunderstorm Warning Issued for Southeast Alabama, Florida Panhandle, and Southwest Georgia

NOAA · 1h ago
Weather Alerts high

Severe Thunderstorm Warning Issued for Liberty and Wakulla Counties in Florida

NOAA · 3h ago

Frequently Asked Questions 6

What is the population of Avon Park, FL? ▼
Avon Park, FL has a population of 105,702 people, located in Highlands County, Florida.
What is the median household income in Avon Park? ▼
The median household income in Avon Park, FL is $54,897 per year. The poverty rate is 15.3%.
What is the median home value in Avon Park? ▼
The median home value in Avon Park, FL is $187,900. Median rent is $1,035/month.
What are the top health concerns in Avon Park? ▼
The top health indicators in Avon Park include High Blood Pressure (46.1%), Obesity (36.7%), Short Sleep Duration (34.8%). Data from CDC PLACES.
How many hospitals are in Avon Park? ▼
Avon Park has 2 hospitals with an average rating of 2.5/5 stars. 2 have emergency departments.
What is the median age in Avon Park? ▼
The median age in Avon Park, FL is 54.4 years. 20.5% of residents have a bachelor's degree or higher.

Safety Context

Avon Park, FL is located in Highlands County, Florida. With a population of 106K and a median household income of $54,897, the community faces health challenges including high blood pressure and obesity. Residents have access to 2 hospitals with an average rating of 2.5/5 stars. Safety alerts for the Avon Park area are monitored from federal and state agencies including FEMA, NOAA, FDA, and CPSC.

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Data Sources

All data on this page comes from official U.S. government sources. Population and economic data from the Census Bureau American Community Survey (2022 5-year estimates). Health data from the CDC PLACES program (2023). Hospital ratings from CMS Hospital Compare (2024). Data is county-level (Highlands County) as the smallest consistent geographic unit across all sources.

Disclaimer: This information is provided for informational purposes only and does not constitute professional advice. Data is sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau, FBI UCR, CDC PLACES, and NCES. Consult a qualified professional before making decisions based on this data.