Ocala

Marion County, Florida

Population 400K |Median income $61,010 |3 hospitals

Population

400,078

Marion County

Median Income

$61,010

-10% vs avg

Median Home Value

$243,100

+7% vs avg

Median Age

47.9

years

10-Year Trends 2013–2024

20132024

Population

400K+20%

Median Income

$61,010+55%

Median Home Value

$243,100+104%

Poverty Rate

14.4%-20%

Unemployment

4.8%-65%

Economics

Median Rent

$1,277/mo

Poverty Rate

14.4%

Unemployment 4.8%

Bachelor's Degree+ 23.4%

Work From Home 12%

Public Transit 0.2%

Population

White 69.1%

African American 12.1%

Asian 1.8%

Health Profile 15 measures

Health Indicators

High Blood Pressure

40.9%

Short Sleep Duration

38.9%

Obesity

36.4%

Physical Inactivity

26.6%

Frequent Mental Distress

16.6%

Frequent Physical Distress

16.4%

Lack of Health Insurance

15.6%

Diabetes

14.9%

Current Smoking

14.8%

Binge Drinking

13.5%

Preventive Care

Dental Visit 52.8%

Annual Checkup 81.1%

Other Measures

Current Asthma

9.8%

Coronary Heart Disease

9.7%

Stroke

4.8%

Hospitals 3 total

Rating Distribution

★★★★★

★★★★

★★★

★★

★

Average Rating

2.5/5

Total Hospitals

With ER

ADVENTHEALTH OCALA

OCALA · Acute Care Hospitals · ER

★★★★☆

MARION COMMUNTIY HOSPITAL

OCALA · Acute Care Hospitals · ER

★☆☆☆☆

Alerts & News — Ocala 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 Ocala, FL? ▼

Ocala, FL has a population of 400,078 people, located in Marion County, Florida.

What is the median household income in Ocala? ▼

The median household income in Ocala, FL is $61,010 per year. The poverty rate is 14.4%.

What is the median home value in Ocala? ▼

The median home value in Ocala, FL is $243,100. Median rent is $1,277/month.

What are the top health concerns in Ocala? ▼

The top health indicators in Ocala include High Blood Pressure (40.9%), Short Sleep Duration (38.9%), Obesity (36.4%). Data from CDC PLACES.

How many hospitals are in Ocala? ▼

Ocala has 3 hospitals with an average rating of 2.5/5 stars. 2 have emergency departments.

What is the median age in Ocala? ▼

The median age in Ocala, FL is 47.9 years. 23.4% of residents have a bachelor's degree or higher.

Safety Context

Ocala, FL is located in Marion County, Florida. With a population of 400K and a median household income of $61,010, the community faces health challenges including high blood pressure and short sleep duration. Residents have access to 3 hospitals with an average rating of 2.5/5 stars. Safety alerts for the Ocala 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 (Marion 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.