Port Saint Lucie

FL

St. Lucie County, Florida

Population 361K |Median income $71,457 |3 hospitals

Population
360,500
St. Lucie County
Median Income
$71,457
+5% vs avg
Median Home Value
$347,300
+53% vs avg
Median Age
45.1
years

10-Year Trends 2013–2024

20132024
Population
361K+28%
Median Income
$71,457+65%
Median Home Value
$347,300+183%
Poverty Rate
12.3%-33%
Unemployment
6%-60%

Economics

Median Rent
$1,585/mo
Poverty Rate
12.3% -13% vs avg
Unemployment 6%
Bachelor's Degree+ 26.7%
Work From Home 12.1%
Public Transit 0.3%

Population

White 56.9%
African American 21.6%
Asian 2%

Health Profile 15 measures

Health Indicators

High Blood Pressure
39.9%
Short Sleep Duration
36.6%
Obesity
31.5%
Physical Inactivity
27%
Frequent Mental Distress
16.4%
Lack of Health Insurance
16%
Frequent Physical Distress
15.3%
Diabetes
14.5%
Binge Drinking
13.5%
Current Smoking
13.5%

Preventive Care

Dental Visit 56.2%
Annual Checkup 78.1%

Other Measures

Current Asthma
9.9%
Coronary Heart Disease
8.4%
Stroke
4.3%

Hospitals 3 total

Rating Distribution
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0
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2
Average Rating
1/5
Total Hospitals
3
With ER
2
HCA FLORIDA LAWNWOOD HOSPITAL
FORT PIERCE · Acute Care Hospitals · ER
★☆☆☆☆
ST LUCIE MEDICAL CENTER
PORT SAINT LUCIE · Acute Care Hospitals · ER
★☆☆☆☆

Alerts & News — Port Saint Lucie 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 Port Saint Lucie, FL? ▼
Port Saint Lucie, FL has a population of 360,500 people, located in St. Lucie County, Florida.
What is the median household income in Port Saint Lucie? ▼
The median household income in Port Saint Lucie, FL is $71,457 per year. The poverty rate is 12.3%.
What is the median home value in Port Saint Lucie? ▼
The median home value in Port Saint Lucie, FL is $347,300. Median rent is $1,585/month.
What are the top health concerns in Port Saint Lucie? ▼
The top health indicators in Port Saint Lucie include High Blood Pressure (39.9%), Short Sleep Duration (36.6%), Obesity (31.5%). Data from CDC PLACES.
How many hospitals are in Port Saint Lucie? ▼
Port Saint Lucie has 3 hospitals with an average rating of 1/5 stars. 2 have emergency departments.
What is the median age in Port Saint Lucie? ▼
The median age in Port Saint Lucie, FL is 45.1 years. 26.7% of residents have a bachelor's degree or higher.

Safety Context

Port Saint Lucie, FL is located in St. Lucie County, Florida. With a population of 361K and a median household income of $71,457, the community faces health challenges including high blood pressure and short sleep duration. Residents have access to 3 hospitals with an average rating of 1/5 stars. Safety alerts for the Port Saint Lucie 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 (St. Lucie 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.