The Villages

FL

Sumter County, Florida

Population 143K |Median income $76,508

Population
143,408
Sumter County
Median Income
$76,508
+13% vs avg
Median Home Value
$385,400
+69% vs avg
Median Age
68.5
years

10-Year Trends 2013–2024

20132024
Population
143K+46%
Median Income
$76,508+58%
Median Home Value
$385,400+99%
Poverty Rate
9.7%-19%
Unemployment
5.4%-59%

Economics

Median Rent
$1,269/mo
Poverty Rate
9.7% -32% vs avg
Unemployment 5.4%
Bachelor's Degree+ 35.3%
Work From Home 13.9%
Public Transit 0.4%

Population

White 85.2%
African American 6.5%
Asian 1%
Two or More Ethnicities 0.9%

Health Profile 15 measures

Health Indicators

High Blood Pressure
48%
Obesity
29.5%
Short Sleep Duration
29.2%
Physical Inactivity
25.1%
Diabetes
16%
Frequent Physical Distress
15.6%
Coronary Heart Disease
12.1%
Frequent Mental Distress
11.5%
Lack of Health Insurance
10.4%
Current Smoking
9.9%

Preventive Care

Dental Visit 65.9%
Annual Checkup 87%

Other Measures

Binge Drinking
9.9%
Current Asthma
8.8%
Stroke
5.5%

Alerts & News — The Villages 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 5

What is the population of The Villages, FL? ▼
The Villages, FL has a population of 143,408 people, located in Sumter County, Florida.
What is the median household income in The Villages? ▼
The median household income in The Villages, FL is $76,508 per year. The poverty rate is 9.7%.
What is the median home value in The Villages? ▼
The median home value in The Villages, FL is $385,400. Median rent is $1,269/month.
What are the top health concerns in The Villages? ▼
The top health indicators in The Villages include High Blood Pressure (48%), Obesity (29.5%), Short Sleep Duration (29.2%). Data from CDC PLACES.
What is the median age in The Villages? ▼
The median age in The Villages, FL is 68.5 years. 35.3% of residents have a bachelor's degree or higher.

Safety Context

The Villages, FL is located in Sumter County, Florida. With a population of 143K and a median household income of $76,508, the community faces health challenges including high blood pressure and obesity. Safety alerts for the The Villages 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 (Sumter 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.