Tampa, FL Census Data
The 3rd largest city in Florida by population · 80 cities ranked
Tampa is the 3rd largest city in Florida by population and ranks 39th of 80 for median household income. With 393,389 residents, its poverty rate of 15.9% ranks among the higher rates in Florida. This snapshot draws from the 2023 American Community Survey (ACS) 5-year estimates.
Updated: 2026-04-13 · Source: U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 2023
Population
393,389
50.2% male · 49.8% female
Median Age
35.6
3.1 below the national average (38.7 yrs)
Median Household Income
$71,302
$7,236 below the national average ($78,538)
Bachelor's Degree or Higher
44.6%
9.6% above the national average (35.0%)
HS diploma or higher: 89.8%
Poverty Rate
15.9%
3.5% above the national average (12.4%)
Uninsured: 11.0%
Broadband Access
96.6%
6.9% above the national average (89.7%)
Median Home Value
$375,300
Median rent: $1,567 · 50% owner-occupied
Unemployment Rate
4.7%
Labor force participation: 62.5%
Per Capita Income
$45,480
Individual average income (not household)
Veteran Population
6.1%
Disability rate: 11.9%
How Tampa Compares to Other Florida Cities
Rankings among all 80 Florida cities tracked in the 2023 ACS.
| Ranking | Position | Tier |
|---|---|---|
| Largest by Population | 3rd of 80 | Top 10% |
| Highest Median Income | 39th of 80 | Top half |
| Lowest Poverty Rate | 65th of 80 | Bottom 25% |
| Highest Bachelor's Attainment | 15th of 80 | Top 25% |
| Highest Home Value | 25th of 80 | Top half |
Demographics
Race & Ethnicity
Age Distribution
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Tampa, FL Frequently Asked Questions
What is the population of Tampa, FL?
The population of Tampa, FL is 393,389 according to the 2023 American Community Survey 5-year estimates. The median age is 35.6 years.
What is the median household income in Tampa?
The median household income in Tampa, FL is $71,302, below the national average of $78,538. Per capita income is $45,480.
What is the poverty rate in Tampa?
The poverty rate in Tampa, FL is 15.9%, compared to the national average of 12.4%. About 11.0% of residents lack health insurance.
What percentage of Tampa residents have a college degree?
44.6% of adults (25+) in Tampa hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 89.8% have at least a high school diploma. The national average for bachelor's degree holders is 35.0%.
What is the median home value in Tampa?
The median home value in Tampa, FL is $375,300. Median rent is $1,567 per month, with 50% of housing units owner-occupied.
What is the racial makeup of Tampa?
Tampa's population is 51.8% White, 21.3% Black, 26.2% Hispanic or Latino, and 4.8% Asian (source: 2023 ACS).
How does Tampa rank among Florida cities?
Tampa is the 3rd largest city in Florida by population, the 39th highest for median household income, the 65th lowest for poverty rate, the 15th highest for bachelor's degree attainment among 80 ranked Florida cities.
What is the unemployment rate in Tampa?
The unemployment rate in Tampa, FL is 4.7%, with a labor force participation rate of 62.5%. Per capita income is $45,480.
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