Historical Population

Between 2000 and 2010, the population of Polk County increased by 118,171, the largest number of people added in any decade in Polk’s history. (Source: U.S. Census)

Population of Municipalities in Polk County

There are 17 municipalities in Polk County, the largest of which is Lakeland. The population in the unincorporated areas is presently estimated at 375,647. (Source: U.S. Census Bureau and the University of Florida’s Bureau of Economic & Business Research)

Population by Age

Population growth between 1990 and 2000 was primarily fueled by people in the age range of 35 to 54, which accounted for 43.6% of the entire increase over this period. (Source: U.S. Census)

Population by Race

Between 1990 and 2010, the number of people of Hispanic origin increased by approximately 600%, rising from 3.7% to 17.7% of the total population. (Source: U.S. Census Bureau)

Population by Gender

Estimated Median Age in Polk County