Vero Beach

Indian River County, Florida

Population 167K |Median income $73,491 |2 hospitals

Population

166,936

Indian River County

Median Income

$73,491

+8% vs avg

Median Home Value

$351,500

+54% vs avg

Median Age

55.3

years

10-Year Trends 2013–2024

20132024

Population

167K+20%

Median Income

$73,491+64%

Median Home Value

$351,500+123%

Poverty Rate

11.1%-26%

Unemployment

4.5%-69%

Economics

Median Rent

$1,357/mo

Poverty Rate

11.1% -22% vs avg

Unemployment 4.5%

Bachelor's Degree+ 33.8%

Work From Home 13.6%

Public Transit 0.6%

Population

White 75.4%

African American 7.8%

Asian 1.6%

Two or More Ethnicities 1.3%

Health Profile 15 measures

Health Indicators

High Blood Pressure

40%

Short Sleep Duration

34.4%

Obesity

26.6%

Physical Inactivity

25%

Frequent Physical Distress

14.9%

Diabetes

14.3%

Frequent Mental Distress

14.1%

Binge Drinking

12.2%

Lack of Health Insurance

12.2%

Current Smoking

11.5%

Preventive Care

Dental Visit 61.3%

Annual Checkup 82.1%

Other Measures

Coronary Heart Disease

9.7%

Current Asthma

9.1%

Stroke

4.6%

Hospitals 2 total

Rating Distribution

★★★★★

★★★★

★★★

★★

★

Average Rating

3.5/5

Total Hospitals

With ER

CLEVELAND CLINIC INDIAN RIVER HOSPITAL

VERO BEACH · Acute Care Hospitals · ER

★★★★☆

ORLANDO HEALTH SEBASTIAN RIVER HOSPITAL

SEBASTIAN · Acute Care Hospitals · ER

★★★☆☆

Alerts & News — Vero Beach 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 · 35m 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 · 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 Vero Beach, FL? ▼

Vero Beach, FL has a population of 166,936 people, located in Indian River County, Florida.

What is the median household income in Vero Beach? ▼

The median household income in Vero Beach, FL is $73,491 per year. The poverty rate is 11.1%.

What is the median home value in Vero Beach? ▼

The median home value in Vero Beach, FL is $351,500. Median rent is $1,357/month.

What are the top health concerns in Vero Beach? ▼

The top health indicators in Vero Beach include High Blood Pressure (40%), Short Sleep Duration (34.4%), Obesity (26.6%). Data from CDC PLACES.

How many hospitals are in Vero Beach? ▼

Vero Beach has 2 hospitals with an average rating of 3.5/5 stars. 2 have emergency departments.

What is the median age in Vero Beach? ▼

The median age in Vero Beach, FL is 55.3 years. 33.8% of residents have a bachelor's degree or higher.

Safety Context

Vero Beach, FL is located in Indian River County, Florida. With a population of 167K and a median household income of $73,491, the community faces health challenges including high blood pressure and short sleep duration. Residents have access to 2 hospitals with an average rating of 3.5/5 stars. Safety alerts for the Vero Beach 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 (Indian River 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.