Alafaya, FL — City Data, Demographics & Statistics
Orange County · Florida
City DNA
A unique fingerprint for Alafaya based on 8 key metrics — compared to averages.
Quick Stats
Population
90,874
2023 ACS
Median Income
$98,289
2023
Median Home Value
$391,900
2023
Median Rent
$1,834
2023
Median Age
36.6
Unemployment
5.2%
Cost of Living Index
158.2
100 = national avg
Alafaya is a city in Orange County, Florida, with a population of 90,874 according to the 2023 American Community Survey. Alafaya is one of the communities in Florida.
The median household income in Alafaya is $98,289, and the median home value is $391,900. The cost of living index is 158.2 (where 100 = national average), and the median rent is $1,834 per month. The unemployment rate is 5.2%, and the median age is 36.6 years.
People & Demographics
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2023)Population
Total Population
90,874
Male
44,650
49.1%
Female
46,224
50.9%
Median Age
36.6
Age Distribution
Education & Household
Bachelor's or Higher
32.9%
High School or Higher
44.8%
Foreign Born
20.6%
Veterans
4.8%
Married
41.8%
Avg Household Size
2.8
Marital Status by Age
Race & Ethnicity
Diversity Index
0.510
Simpson's Index (0-1)
Largest Group
White
53.1%
Foreign Born
20.6%
Hispanic/Latino Ethnicity
Hispanic/Latino is an ethnicity, not a race. People of any race can identify as Hispanic. This percentage overlaps with the racial categories above.
Hispanic/Latino
37.4%
34,005 people
Not Hispanic/Latino
62.6%
Hispanic/Latino Detail
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2023)Asian Detail
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2023)Native Hawaiian & Pacific Islander Detail
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2023)American Indian & Alaska Native Detail
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2023)Languages Spoken
Total Speakers (5+)
85,814
English Only
63.3%
#1 Non-English Language
Spanish
23,217 speakers
Limited English
12.3%
Language Distribution
English Proficiency
Speaks English Very Well
87.7%
Limited English Proficiency
12.3%
Veterans & Military
Total Veterans
4,396
4.8% of population
Disability Rate
37.6%
1,651 with disability
Veteran Median Income
$68,851
Unemployment Rate
0.4%
Period of Service
Veteran Age Distribution
Male Veterans
4,047
92.1%
Female Veterans
349
7.9%
Veteran vs Non-Veteran Income
Veteran Income
$68,851
Non-Veteran Income
$40,690
Difference
$28,161
69.2% higher
Disability Status
With Disability
1,651
Without Disability
2,745
Disability Rate
37.6%
Ancestry & Heritage
Total Reporting Ancestry
45,284
#1 Ancestry
American
9.0% (8,179)
#2 Ancestry
English
6.3% (5,692)
#3 Ancestry
Irish
5.8% (5,241)
Top 20 Ancestries
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2023)Families & Households
Total Households
32,056
Family Households
22,368
69.8%
Married Couples
17,262
53.8%
Non-Family Households
9,688
30.2%
Single Mother Households
3,447
10.8%
Single Father Households
1,659
5.2%
Living Alone
7,314
22.8%
Children Under 18
Total Children
17,764
In Married Couple
14,003
78.8%
With Single Mother
2,302
13.0%
With Single Father
1,459
8.2%
Family Income
Median Family Income
$116,117
Married Couple Income
$130,401
Single Mother Income
$60,388
Single Father Income
$82,366
Avg Family Size
2.8
Avg Non-Family Size
2.4
Grandparents w/ Grandchildren
1,768
Grandparents Responsible
385
Economy
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2023)Income Overview
Median Household Income
$98,289
+34% vs national
Per Capita Income
$40,229
+8% vs national
Poverty Rate
9.0%
-34% vs national
Gini Index
0.3802
0 = perfect equality
Unemployment
5.2%
+1% vs national
SNAP Recipients
8.6%
of households
How Alafaya Compares
Alafaya vs Similar Cities
Compared to cities with 50,000 - 100,000 residents. Alafaya is highlighted.
Median Household Income
Alafaya, FL has a median household income of $98,289, making it the 5,095th highest median household income out of 28,123 cities in our database. This means that Alafaya has a higher median household income than 82% of all the cities we measured.
Per Capita Income
Alafaya, FL has a per capita income of $40,229, making it the 8,398th highest per capita income out of 28,123 cities in our database. This means that Alafaya has a higher per capita income than 70% of all the cities we measured.
Poverty Rate
Alafaya, FL has a poverty rate of 9.0%, making it the 18,030th highest poverty rate out of 31,262 cities in our database. This means that Alafaya has a higher poverty rate than 42% of all the cities we measured.
Unemployment Rate
Alafaya, FL has a unemployment rate of 5.2%, making it the 10,999th highest unemployment rate out of 31,012 cities in our database. This means that Alafaya has a higher unemployment rate than 65% of all the cities we measured.
Where Do You Stack Up?
Enter your household income to see how you compare to other households in Alafaya. The median household income here is $98,289.
Income Distribution
Employment Snapshot
Unemployment Rate
5.2%
+7% vs FL avg
Labor Force
52,460
Employed
49,521
How People Get to Work
Employment by Sector
Education & Workforce
Bachelor's Degree+
32.9%
of adults 25+
High School Diploma+
44.8%
of adults 25+
Median Age
36.6
Work from Home
20.0%
of workers
Top Occupations & Wages
Source: Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS (2024)
Data represents the Orlando-Kissimmee-Sanford, FL metro area
Highest-Paying Job
General and Operations Managers
Top Median Wage
$96.3K
per year
Occupations Tracked
20
Cost of Living
Overall Index
158.2
100 = national avg
+58.2 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$69,588
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$164,480
per year
Cost Index by Category
100 = national average. Higher = more expensive.
Fair Market Rent
Source: HUD
1 Bedroom
$1,731
per month
2 Bedroom
$1,972
per month
The median household income in Alafaya, FL is $98,289, which is 34.2% above the national average of $73,224. Per capita income is $40,229. The poverty rate of 9.0% is lower than the FL state average of 13.5%. The Gini index of income inequality is 0.3802, where 0 represents perfect equality and 1 represents maximum inequality. The unemployment rate is 5.2%, compared to the state average of 4.9%. The labor force is 52,460. 32.9% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. About 68.7% of workers drive alone to work. The overall cost of living index is 158.2, which is 58.2% above the national average. Housing costs are above the national average at an index of 196.7. A single adult needs to earn approximately $69,588 per year to cover basic expenses.
Housing & Real Estate
Market SnapshotRedfin — January 2026
Median Sale Price
$450,000
Median List Price
$450,000
Price Per Sq Ft
$223
Days on Market
75
Active Inventory
158
Months of Supply
3.4
Seller's market
Market CompetitivenessRedfin
Sold Above List
10.6%
Off Market in 2 Weeks
32.2%
Sale-to-List Ratio
97.6%
Buyer's market
Price TrendsRedfin
Market ActivityRedfin
Homes Sold
47
New Listings
85
Pending Sales
59
Price Per Square FootRedfin
Median Sale $/SF
$223
Median List $/SF
$230
House Price IndexFHFA
How much have housing prices increased in Alafaya, FL? According to the Federal Housing Finance Agency (FHFA) House Price Index for the Orlando-Kissimmee-Sanford, FL metro area, home prices have risen 449.0% over the past 40 years. Over 20 years, prices grew 82.3%. The 10-year growth rate is 128.5%. Over the last 5 years, prices increased 58.1%. In the most recent 2-year period, the index rose 7.6%. The FHFA HPI tracks average price changes in repeat sales or refinancings of single-family properties with conforming mortgages. Because this is a metro-level index, it reflects the broader Orlando-Kissimmee-Sanford, FL housing market rather than Alafaya alone.
Metro area: Orlando-Kissimmee-Sanford, FL
Alafaya vs Similar CitiesCensus ACS / Redfin
Compared to cities with 50,000 - 100,000 residents. Alafaya is highlighted.
Median Home Value
Alafaya, FL has a median home value of $391,900, making it the 4,660th highest median home value out of 27,993 cities in our database. This means that Alafaya has a higher median home value than 83% of all the cities we measured.
Median Rent
Alafaya, FL has a median rent of $1,834, making it the 2,245th highest median rent out of 22,337 cities in our database. This means that Alafaya has a higher median rent than 90% of all the cities we measured.
Median Price Per Sq Ft
Alafaya, FL has a price per square foot of $223, making it the 6,524th highest price per square foot out of 20,748 cities in our database. This means that Alafaya has a higher price per square foot than 69% of all the cities we measured.
Rent Burden
Alafaya, FL has a rent burden of 22.4%, making it the 5,815th highest rent burden out of 21,928 cities in our database. This means that Alafaya has a higher rent burden than 73% of all the cities we measured.
Census Housing DataU.S. Census Bureau ACS 2023
Median Home Value
$391,900
Median Rent
$1,834
Total Housing Units
34,100
Vacancy Rate
6.0%
Owner Occupied
65.1%
Renter Occupied
34.9%
Median Property Tax
$3,120
per year
Monthly Cost (w/ Mortgage)
$1,831
Housing Types
Property TaxU.S. Census Bureau ACS 2023
Median Property Tax
$3,120
per year
Effective Tax Rate
0.80%
of home value
Median Home Value
$391,900
Estimated Mean Tax
$3,801
The effective property tax rate is calculated by dividing the median annual property tax ($3,120) by the median home value ($391,900). In Alafaya, FL, this works out to an effective rate of 0.80%. This is below the national average of approximately 1.1%.
The current median sale price in Alafaya, FL is $450,000 according to Redfin data. Homes spend a median of 75 days on the market. 10.6% of homes sold above asking price. The market has 3.4 months of supply. The median price per square foot is $223. The median rent is $1,834 per month (Census ACS). About 65.1% of housing units are owner-occupied. The median year homes were built is 2002. There are 34,100 total housing units. Homeowners pay a median annual property tax of $3,120. The effective tax rate is 0.80%, below the national average.
Crime data is not yet available for Alafaya. The FBI UCR/NIBRS program does not cover all jurisdictions.
Natural Hazard Risk
Source: FEMA National Risk IndexRisk Score
98.4
Relatively High
Expected Annual Loss
98.8
Score (0-100)
Social Vulnerability
31.7
Score (0-100)
Community Resilience
41.3
Score (0-100)
Scores range from 0 (lowest risk) to 100 (highest risk) relative to all U.S. communities. Data from FEMA National Risk Index.
Disaster History & Federal Spending
Source: FEMATotal Declarations
39
Public Assistance
$328.7M
Individual Assistance
$82.0M
Most Common Type
Hurricane
19 declarations
Public Assistance by Category
| Disaster | Type | Date | PA $ | IA $ |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hurricane Milton → | Hurricane | Oct 2024 | $14.1M | $2.6M |
| Hurricane Milton → | Hurricane | Oct 2024 | — | — |
| Hurricane Debby → | Tropical Storm | Aug 2024 | — | — |
| Tropical Storm Debby → | Tropical Storm | Aug 2024 | — | — |
| Hurricane Idalia → | Hurricane | Aug 2023 | $504K | — |
| Tropical Storm Idalia → | Tropical Storm | Aug 2023 | — | — |
| Hurricane Nicole → | Hurricane | Dec 2022 | $852K | — |
| Tropical Storm Nicole → | Tropical Storm | Nov 2022 | — | — |
| Hurricane Ian → | Hurricane | Sep 2022 | $53.9M | $30.5M |
| Tropical Storm Ian → | Hurricane | Sep 2022 | — | — |
| Hurricane Isaias → | Hurricane | Aug 2020 | $6K | — |
| Covid-19 Pandemic → | Biological | Mar 2020 | $6.7M | $1.8M |
| Covid-19 → | Biological | Mar 2020 | — | — |
| Hurricane Dorian → | Hurricane | Aug 2019 | — | — |
| Hurricane Irma → | Hurricane | Sep 2017 | $76.4M | $16.0M |
| Hurricane Irma → | Hurricane | Sep 2017 | — | — |
| Hurricane Matthew → | Hurricane | Oct 2016 | $6.7M | $9K |
| Hurricane Matthew → | Hurricane | Oct 2016 | — | — |
| Hurricane Hermine → | Hurricane | Sep 2016 | $22K | — |
| Tropical Storm Debby → | Severe Storm(s) | Jul 2012 | $551K | — |
Showing 20 of 51 disasters
PA = FEMA Public Assistance (infrastructure recovery). IA = Individual Assistance (homeowner/renter aid).
Flood Insurance (NFIP)
Source: FEMA NFIPTotal Claims
2,264
Total Claims Paid
$72,940,357
Avg Claim Payout
$32,217
County-level NFIP data from FEMA National Flood Insurance Program.
Hazard Mitigation
Source: FEMA Hazard Mitigation AssistanceMitigation Projects
56
Federal Funding
$14,765,594
Properties Protected
128
Avg Benefit-Cost Ratio
3.05
BCR
Top Mitigation Project Types
| Project Type | Projects | Federal $ |
|---|---|---|
| 205.8: Retrofitting Public Structures - Wind | 40 | $5,508,448 |
| 400.1: Utility Protective Measures (Electric, Gas, etc.) | 8 | $1,947,248 |
| 103.1: Feasibility, Engineering and Design Studies; 403.1: Stormwater Management - Culverts; 403.2: Stormwater Management - Diversions; 405.1: Other Minor Flood Control | 2 | $141,380 |
| 601.2: Generators - Regular | 2 | $0 |
| 103.1: Feasibility, Engineering and Design Studies; 403.1: Stormwater Management - Culverts; 403.2: Stormwater Management - Diversions | 2 | $1,399,385 |
Federally funded projects to reduce future disaster risk. Only includes completed or obligated projects.
Alafaya has a relatively high overall natural hazard risk rating according to FEMA's National Risk Index. The top hazard risks are strong wind, lightning, cold wave. The area has had 39 federal disaster declarations. The most common disaster type is hurricane (19 declarations). 2,264 flood insurance claims have been filed in the area. FEMA has obligated $328,717,176 in public assistance recovery funding. $82,043,537 has been distributed in individual assistance to disaster-affected residents. 56 hazard mitigation projects have been funded to reduce future risk.
Health
Community Health
Source: CDC PLACES
Obesity Rate
30.4%
5.7pp below the national average
Depression Rate
16.4%
7.1pp below the national average
Diabetes Rate
9.5%
2.4pp below the national average
Uninsured Rate
14.3%
3.7pp above the national average
Health Scorecard
Higher scores indicate better health outcomes relative to the national average (50 = average)
Health Outcomes
Age-adjusted prevalence rates. Green bars indicate rates below the national average; red indicates above.
High Cholesterol
33.6%
Arthritis
17.4%
Cancer (excl. skin)
5.7%
Teeth Lost (65+)
8.2%
Health Risk Behaviors
Prevention & Screening
Green bars indicate rates above the national average (more preventive care); red indicates below.
Mental Health & Wellbeing
Frequent Mental Distress
15.5%
14+ days in past month
Depression
16.4%
Loneliness
—
Lack of Support
—
Disability Prevalence
Any Disability
24.3%
Mobility
9.4%
Cognitive
12.7%
Hearing
4.6%
Vision
4.6%
Self-Care
2.8%
Independent Living
6.2%
Alafaya has an obesity rate of 30.4%, which is 5.7pp below the national average. The depression rate is 16.4%, 7.1pp below the national average. About 14.3% of adults lack health insurance. 75.1% of residents had an annual checkup in the past year.
Nearby Hospitals
Source: CMS Hospital Compare
Nearest Hospitals
5
With Emergency Services
4
Avg CMS Rating
3.3 / 5
Nearest Hospital
3.5 mi
University Behavioral Center
| Hospital | Distance | Type | Rating | ER |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| University Behavioral Center | 3.5 mi | Psychiatric | — | — |
| Oviedo Medical Center | 9.5 mi | Acute Care Hospitals | 4/5 | Yes |
| Adventhealth Orlando | 10.1 mi | Acute Care Hospitals | 3/5 | Yes |
| Orlando Health | 10.7 mi | Acute Care Hospitals | 3/5 | Yes |
| Ucf Lake Nona Hospital | 10.7 mi | Acute Care Hospitals | — | Yes |
Infrastructure
Commute Overview2023 ACS
Drive Alone
68.7%
-13% vs national
Public Transit
0.1%
-88% vs national
Work From Home
20.0%
+115% vs national
Carpool
9.7%
Walk / Bike
0.4%
combined
How Alafaya's Commute ComparesCensus ACS 2023
How People Get to WorkCensus ACS 2023
Commute Mode BreakdownCensus ACS 2023
Commute data for Alafaya, FL covers travel times and transportation modes. 68.7% of workers drive alone, compared to the national average of 78.7%. 20.0% work from home, which is above the FL state average of 13.8%. 9.7% of workers carpool.
Internet & Broadband Access
Source: Census ACSBroadband Access
94.9%
of households
Cable / Fiber / DSL
77.3%
of households
No Internet
3.6%
of households
Total Households
32,056
Internet Subscription Types
Device Ownership
Source: Census ACSHas Computer
98.2%
of households
Smartphone
96.0%
of households
Desktop / Laptop
93.3%
of households
Tablet
78.6%
of households
Percentage of households with each device type. Data from the U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2023 5-year estimates, tables B28001 & B28002).
Electricity Rates
Source: U.S. Energy Information Administration (2024)Residential Rate
14.1¢
per kWh
-23% vs 50,000 - 100,000 avg
Commercial Rate
11.0¢
per kWh
-26% vs 50,000 - 100,000 avg
Industrial Rate
8.5¢
per kWh
-23% vs 50,000 - 100,000 avg
Avg Monthly Bill
$156
residential
+7% vs 50,000 - 100,000 avg
17% below the national average of 17.1¢/kWh
Residential electricity in Florida averages 14.1¢ per kWh, compared to the national average of 17.1¢. The average monthly electric bill is $156. State-level averages from EIA Electric Sales & Revenue data (2024).
Alafaya vs Similar Cities
Source: EIA (2024)Comparing electricity rates with randomly selected cities of similar population (50,000 - 100,000). Each city represents its state's average rate.
Residential Rate (¢/kWh)
Commercial Rate (¢/kWh)
Industrial Rate (¢/kWh)
Average Monthly Bill
94.9% of households in Alafaya have broadband internet access. 77.3% have cable, fiber, or DSL service. 15.8% rely solely on cellular data without a wired connection. 3.6% of households have no internet access.
Politics & Government
County-level data: Election results are reported at the county level. Alafaya is located in Orange County, FL. Results reflect all voters in the county, not just those in Alafaya.
Election Overview
Source: Orange County (2024)2024 Winner
Democrat
Dem Votes
340,807
56.1%
GOP Votes
258,279
42.5%
Total Votes
607,191
Margin
D+13.6%
Shift from 2020
R+9.5pp
vs prior election
Election History
Source: County-Level Election Results| Year | Dem Votes | GOP Votes | Total | Dem % | GOP % | Margin |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 340,807 | 258,279 | 607,191 | 56.1% | 42.5% | D+13.6 |
| 2020 | 395,014 | 245,398 | 647,403 | 61.0% | 37.9% | D+23.1 |
| 2016 | 329,579 | 195,091 | 545,800 | 60.4% | 35.7% | D+24.6 |
In the 2024 presidential election, Orange County recorded 607,191 total votes. Democrats won the county with 56.1% of the vote compared to 42.5% for Republicans, a margin of D+13.6%. Compared to 2020, the margin shifted R+9.5pp from the previous election. Since 2016, Orange County has shifted 11.0 percentage points toward Republicans.
Nonprofits Overview
Source: IRS Exempt Organizations BMFTotal Nonprofits
2
Total Assets
—
Total Income
$0
Per 10K Residents
0.2
nonprofits
-99.5% vs peers avg
Orgs with >$1M Assets
0
Median Assets
—
Oldest Active
2012
ruling year
Newest Org
2020
ruling year
Nonprofits by Category
Source: IRS / NTEE ClassificationNonprofit Size Distribution
Source: IRS Exempt Organizations BMFNumber of nonprofits by total asset size
When Were Nonprofits Founded?
Source: IRS Ruling DateNumber of currently active nonprofits by founding decade
Nonprofits per 10K Residents vs Similar Cities
Source: IRS BMF + Census ACSCompared to cities with population 50,000 - 100,000
Alafaya, FL has 2 registered 501(c)(3) nonprofit organizations. The most common category is Religion-Related, with 1 organizations. That works out to 0.2 nonprofits per 10,000 residents. The oldest active nonprofit dates back to 2012.
SBA Lending Overview
Source: SBA FOIA Loan-Level DataTotal SBA Loans
2
Total Approved
$212K
Jobs Supported
8
Per 10K Residents
0.2
SBA loans
-99.7% vs peers avg
Unique Lenders
1
Top Lender
The Huntington National Bank
2 loans
Top Industry
Construction
Data Span
2023–2023
Loan Program Breakdown
Source: SBA FOIALoans
2
Total Amount
$212K
Avg Loan
$105,750
Median Loan
$105,750
SBA Guaranteed
$154K(73%)
Jobs Supported
8
Recent Activity (Last 5 Years)
Source: SBA FOIARecent Loans
2
100% of all-time total
Recent Amount
$212K
100% of all-time total
Avg Recent Loan
$105,750
Top Industries Funded
Source: SBA FOIA / NAICS CodesSBA Loans per 10K Residents vs Similar Cities
Source: SBA FOIA + Census ACSCompared to cities with population 50,000 - 100,000
Top SBA Borrowers
Source: SBA FOIA| Business | Loans | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Drekis Holdings Incorporated | 2 | $212K |
Alafaya, FL has received 2 SBA loans totaling $212K in approved funding between 2023 and 2023. The 7(a) program accounts for 2 loans (100% of the total), supporting 8 jobs. The most common industry receiving SBA funding is Construction. The most active SBA lender in Alafaya is The Huntington National Bank with 2 loans. That works out to 0.2 SBA loans per 10,000 residents.
ZIP Code Overview
Source: Census ACSZIP Codes
16
Total Population
553,742
Avg Median Income
-$83,257,926
Avg Home Value
-$83,009,533
ZIP Code Details
Source: Census ACS| ZIP Code | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Median Rent | Area (sq mi) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 32765 | 63,646 | $99,161 | $418,600 | $1,870 | 39.0 |
| 32792 | 52,794 | $66,176 | $343,500 | $1,612 | 12.1 |
| 32807 | 34,933 | $59,583 | $247,700 | $1,471 | 8.4 |
| 32812 | 34,454 | $74,245 | $342,800 | $1,561 | 8.5 |
| 32814 | 9,348 | $129,712 | $751,400 | $2,224 | 1.2 |
| 32816 | 13,134 | N/A | N/A | N/A | 2.0 |
| 32817 | 37,894 | $78,546 | $327,800 | $1,741 | 11.7 |
| 32820 | 11,130 | $103,675 | $386,300 | $2,053 | 15.1 |
| 32822 | 67,636 | $52,944 | $222,000 | $1,609 | 13.6 |
| 32825 | 62,035 | $79,942 | $327,900 | $1,738 | 18.4 |
| 32826 | 28,436 | $61,784 | $224,100 | $1,478 | 7.3 |
| 32828 | 69,937 | $99,927 | $403,700 | $1,830 | 20.8 |
| 32829 | 20,123 | $94,138 | $348,800 | $1,858 | 19.4 |
| 32831 | 2,462 | N/A | N/A | N/A | 10.8 |
| 32832 | 34,865 | $115,398 | $445,700 | $2,186 | 54.1 |
| 32833 | 10,915 | $91,277 | $390,500 | $1,422 | 34.1 |
Alafaya, FL has 16 ZIP codes with a combined population of 553,742. The average median household income across all ZIP codes is -$83,257,926. The average median home value is -$83,009,533. The average median monthly rent is -$83,331,792.
Similar Cities
Cities with similar population, income, housing, crime, education, and demographic profiles.