Key West

FL

Monroe County, Florida

Population 82K |Median income $87,738 |3 hospitals

Population
81,860
Monroe County
Median Income
$87,738
+29% vs avg
Median Home Value
$780,600
+243% vs avg
Median Age
49.2
years

10-Year Trends 2013–2024

20132024
Population
82K+10%
Median Income
$87,738+64%
Median Home Value
$780,600+105%
Poverty Rate
10.6%-21%
Unemployment
2.8%-62%

Economics

Median Rent
$1,999/mo
Poverty Rate
10.6% -25% vs avg
Unemployment 2.8%
Bachelor's Degree+ 38.6%
Work From Home 13.2%
Public Transit 0.4%

Population

White 69.9%
African American 7.3%
Asian 1.1%

Health Profile 15 measures

Health Indicators

High Blood Pressure
38%
Short Sleep Duration
34%
Obesity
25.8%
Physical Inactivity
23.8%
Binge Drinking
16.3%
Frequent Mental Distress
14.4%
Frequent Physical Distress
14.1%
Lack of Health Insurance
13.5%
Diabetes
13.2%
Current Smoking
12%

Preventive Care

Annual Checkup 79.3%
Dental Visit 62%

Other Measures

Current Asthma
8.9%
Coronary Heart Disease
7.9%
Stroke
3.7%

Hospitals 3 total

Rating Distribution
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Average Rating
4/5
Total Hospitals
3
With ER
1
LOWER KEYS MEDICAL CENTER
KEY WEST · Acute Care Hospitals · ER
★★★★☆

Alerts & News — Key West Area 6

Weather Alerts high

Severe Thunderstorm Warning Issued for Big Bend Florida Counties Including Tallahassee

NOAA · 28m ago
Weather Alerts high

Special Marine Warning Issued for Gulf Waters Near Pensacola and Pascagoula

NOAA · 34m ago
Weather Alerts high

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

NOAA · 35m ago
Weather Alerts high

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

NOAA · 35m 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 Key West, FL? ▼
Key West, FL has a population of 81,860 people, located in Monroe County, Florida.
What is the median household income in Key West? ▼
The median household income in Key West, FL is $87,738 per year. The poverty rate is 10.6%.
What is the median home value in Key West? ▼
The median home value in Key West, FL is $780,600. Median rent is $1,999/month.
What are the top health concerns in Key West? ▼
The top health indicators in Key West include High Blood Pressure (38%), Short Sleep Duration (34%), Obesity (25.8%). Data from CDC PLACES.
How many hospitals are in Key West? ▼
Key West has 3 hospitals with an average rating of 4/5 stars. 1 have emergency departments.
What is the median age in Key West? ▼
The median age in Key West, FL is 49.2 years. 38.6% of residents have a bachelor's degree or higher.

Safety Context

Key West, FL is located in Monroe County, Florida. With a population of 82K and a median household income of $87,738, the community faces health challenges including high blood pressure and short sleep duration. Residents have access to 3 hospitals with an average rating of 4/5 stars. Safety alerts for the Key West 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 (Monroe 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.