Lake City

FL

Columbia County, Florida

Population 72K |Median income $59,205 |2 hospitals

Population
71,789
Columbia County
Median Income
$59,205
-13% vs avg
Median Home Value
$194,900
-14% vs avg
Median Age
40.7
years

10-Year Trends 2013–2024

20132024
Population
72K+6%
Median Income
$59,205+56%
Median Home Value
$194,900+79%
Poverty Rate
16.7%-16%
Unemployment
5.3%-72%

Economics

Median Rent
$976/mo
Poverty Rate
16.7% +18% vs avg
Unemployment 5.3%
Bachelor's Degree+ 16.8%
Work From Home 8.3%
Public Transit 0.1%

Population

White 71.7%
African American 16.3%
Two or More Ethnicities 3.1%
Asian 1%

Health Profile 15 measures

Health Indicators

High Blood Pressure
41.5%
Obesity
39.7%
Short Sleep Duration
38%
Physical Inactivity
31.5%
Frequent Mental Distress
18.2%
Current Smoking
18.2%
Frequent Physical Distress
16.7%
Lack of Health Insurance
15.5%
Diabetes
15.1%
Binge Drinking
14.2%

Preventive Care

Dental Visit 50%
Annual Checkup 77.9%

Other Measures

Current Asthma
10.3%
Coronary Heart Disease
8.9%
Stroke
4.6%

Hospitals 2 total

Rating Distribution
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1
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Average Rating
2/5
Total Hospitals
2
With ER
1
HCA FLORIDA LAKE CITY HOSPITAL
LAKE CITY · Acute Care Hospitals · ER
★★☆☆☆

Alerts & News — Lake City 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 Lake City, FL? ▼
Lake City, FL has a population of 71,789 people, located in Columbia County, Florida.
What is the median household income in Lake City? ▼
The median household income in Lake City, FL is $59,205 per year. The poverty rate is 16.7%.
What is the median home value in Lake City? ▼
The median home value in Lake City, FL is $194,900. Median rent is $976/month.
What are the top health concerns in Lake City? ▼
The top health indicators in Lake City include High Blood Pressure (41.5%), Obesity (39.7%), Short Sleep Duration (38%). Data from CDC PLACES.
How many hospitals are in Lake City? ▼
Lake City has 2 hospitals with an average rating of 2/5 stars. 1 have emergency departments.
What is the median age in Lake City? ▼
The median age in Lake City, FL is 40.7 years. 16.8% of residents have a bachelor's degree or higher.

Safety Context

Lake City, FL is located in Columbia County, Florida. With a population of 72K and a median household income of $59,205, the community faces health challenges including high blood pressure and obesity. Residents have access to 2 hospitals with an average rating of 2/5 stars. Safety alerts for the Lake City 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 (Columbia 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.