Lakeland Highlands

FL

Polk County, Florida

Population 791K |Median income $65,978 |5 hospitals

Population
790,694
Polk County
Median Income
$65,978
-3% vs avg
Median Home Value
$266,500
+17% vs avg
Median Age
39.5
years

10-Year Trends 2013–2024

20132024
Population
791K+30%
Median Income
$65,978+53%
Median Home Value
$266,500+139%
Poverty Rate
14.5%-20%
Unemployment
4.8%-62%

Economics

Median Rent
$1,363/mo
Poverty Rate
14.5%
Unemployment 4.8%
Bachelor's Degree+ 23.5%
Work From Home 12.4%
Public Transit 0.4%

Population

White 55.5%
African American 14.6%
Asian 1.8%

Health Profile 15 measures

Health Indicators

Short Sleep Duration
42.4%
Obesity
40.2%
High Blood Pressure
36.2%
Physical Inactivity
28.8%
Lack of Health Insurance
19.2%
Frequent Mental Distress
17.8%
Frequent Physical Distress
16%
Binge Drinking
15.2%
Current Smoking
14.4%
Diabetes
13.6%

Preventive Care

Annual Checkup 77.3%
Dental Visit 52.5%

Other Measures

Current Asthma
10%
Coronary Heart Disease
7.7%
Stroke
4%

Hospitals 5 total

Rating Distribution
★★★★★
0
★★★★
0
★★★
1
★★
3
★
1
Average Rating
2/5
Total Hospitals
5
With ER
5
ADVENTHEALTH LAKE WALES
LAKE WALES · Acute Care Hospitals · ER
★★★☆☆
WINTER HAVEN HOSPITAL
WINTER HAVEN · Acute Care Hospitals · ER
★★☆☆☆
BARTOW REGIONAL MEDICAL CENTER
BARTOW · Acute Care Hospitals · ER
★★☆☆☆
ADVENTHEALTH HEART OF FLORIDA
DAVENPORT · Acute Care Hospitals · ER
★★☆☆☆
LAKELAND REGIONAL MEDICAL CENTER
LAKELAND · Acute Care Hospitals · ER
★☆☆☆☆

Alerts & News — Lakeland Highlands 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 Lakeland Highlands, FL? ▼
Lakeland Highlands, FL has a population of 790,694 people, located in Polk County, Florida.
What is the median household income in Lakeland Highlands? ▼
The median household income in Lakeland Highlands, FL is $65,978 per year. The poverty rate is 14.5%.
What is the median home value in Lakeland Highlands? ▼
The median home value in Lakeland Highlands, FL is $266,500. Median rent is $1,363/month.
What are the top health concerns in Lakeland Highlands? ▼
The top health indicators in Lakeland Highlands include Short Sleep Duration (42.4%), Obesity (40.2%), High Blood Pressure (36.2%). Data from CDC PLACES.
How many hospitals are in Lakeland Highlands? ▼
Lakeland Highlands has 5 hospitals with an average rating of 2/5 stars. 5 have emergency departments.
What is the median age in Lakeland Highlands? ▼
The median age in Lakeland Highlands, FL is 39.5 years. 23.5% of residents have a bachelor's degree or higher.

Safety Context

Lakeland Highlands, FL is located in Polk County, Florida. With a population of 791K and a median household income of $65,978, the community faces health challenges including short sleep duration and obesity. Residents have access to 5 hospitals with an average rating of 2/5 stars. Safety alerts for the Lakeland Highlands 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 (Polk 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.