Tallahassee

FL

Leon County, Florida

Population 298K |Median income $66,287 |3 hospitals

Population
297,542
Leon County
Median Income
$66,287
Near average
Median Home Value
$301,800
+33% vs avg
Median Age
32
years

10-Year Trends 2013–2024

20132024
Population
298K+7%
Median Income
$66,287+43%
Median Home Value
$301,800+65%
Poverty Rate
18.7%-19%
Unemployment
5.7%-49%

Economics

Median Rent
$1,291/mo
Poverty Rate
18.7% +32% vs avg
Unemployment 5.7%
Bachelor's Degree+ 48.9%
Work From Home 14.2%
Public Transit 1.5%

Population

White 55.3%
African American 30.4%
Asian 3.6%
Two or More Ethnicities 2.5%

Health Profile 15 measures

Health Indicators

Short Sleep Duration
39.5%
Obesity
33.1%
High Blood Pressure
32.6%
Physical Inactivity
22.6%
Frequent Mental Distress
18.2%
Binge Drinking
16.4%
Frequent Physical Distress
12.1%
Current Smoking
11.3%
Lack of Health Insurance
11.2%
Diabetes
10.6%

Preventive Care

Annual Checkup 76%
Dental Visit 59.2%

Other Measures

Current Asthma
10.5%
Coronary Heart Disease
5.5%
Stroke
3%

Hospitals 3 total

Rating Distribution
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2
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0
Average Rating
2/5
Total Hospitals
3
With ER
2
TALLAHASSEE MEMORIAL HEALTHCARE
TALLAHASSEE · Acute Care Hospitals · ER
★★☆☆☆
HCA FLORIDA CAPITAL HOSPITAL
TALLAHASSEE · Acute Care Hospitals · ER
★★☆☆☆

Alerts & News — Tallahassee 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 Tallahassee, FL? ▼
Tallahassee, FL has a population of 297,542 people, located in Leon County, Florida.
What is the median household income in Tallahassee? ▼
The median household income in Tallahassee, FL is $66,287 per year. The poverty rate is 18.7%.
What is the median home value in Tallahassee? ▼
The median home value in Tallahassee, FL is $301,800. Median rent is $1,291/month.
What are the top health concerns in Tallahassee? ▼
The top health indicators in Tallahassee include Short Sleep Duration (39.5%), Obesity (33.1%), High Blood Pressure (32.6%). Data from CDC PLACES.
How many hospitals are in Tallahassee? ▼
Tallahassee has 3 hospitals with an average rating of 2/5 stars. 2 have emergency departments.
What is the median age in Tallahassee? ▼
The median age in Tallahassee, FL is 32 years. 48.9% of residents have a bachelor's degree or higher.

Safety Context

Tallahassee, FL is located in Leon County, Florida. With a population of 298K and a median household income of $66,287, the community faces health challenges including short sleep duration and obesity. Residents have access to 3 hospitals with an average rating of 2/5 stars. Safety alerts for the Tallahassee 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 (Leon 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.