Lakeside, FL — City Data, Demographics & Statistics
Clay County · Florida
City DNA
A unique fingerprint for Lakeside based on 8 key metrics — compared to averages.
Quick Stats
Population
31,548
2023 ACS
Median Income
$80,686
2023
Median Home Value
$249,300
2023
Median Rent
$1,384
2023
Median Age
39.9
Unemployment
6.8%
Cost of Living Index
123.6
100 = national avg
Lakeside is a city in Clay County, Florida, with a population of 31,548 according to the 2023 American Community Survey. Lakeside is one of the communities in Florida.
The median household income in Lakeside is $80,686, and the median home value is $249,300. The cost of living index is 123.6 (where 100 = national average), and the median rent is $1,384 per month. The unemployment rate is 6.8%, and the median age is 39.9 years.
People & Demographics
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2023)Population
Total Population
31,548
Male
14,822
47.0%
Female
16,726
53.0%
Median Age
39.9
Age Distribution
Education & Household
Bachelor's or Higher
16.6%
High School or Higher
37.9%
Foreign Born
6.4%
Veterans
15.0%
Married
41.1%
Avg Household Size
2.7
Marital Status by Age
Race & Ethnicity
Diversity Index
0.509
Simpson's Index (0-1)
Largest Group
White
65.4%
Foreign Born
6.4%
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
13.3%
4,196 people
Not Hispanic/Latino
86.7%
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+)
29,517
English Only
88.8%
#1 Non-English Language
Spanish
2,376 speakers
Limited English
3.5%
Language Distribution
English Proficiency
Speaks English Very Well
96.5%
Limited English Proficiency
3.5%
Veterans & Military
Total Veterans
4,723
15.0% of population
Disability Rate
45.6%
2,154 with disability
Veteran Median Income
$57,953
Unemployment Rate
0.4%
Period of Service
Veteran Age Distribution
Male Veterans
3,795
80.4%
Female Veterans
928
19.6%
Veteran vs Non-Veteran Income
Veteran Income
$57,953
Non-Veteran Income
$32,961
Difference
$24,992
75.8% higher
Disability Status
With Disability
2,154
Without Disability
2,569
Disability Rate
45.6%
Ancestry & Heritage
Total Reporting Ancestry
20,317
#1 Ancestry
English
13.7% (4,336)
#2 Ancestry
German
11.9% (3,752)
#3 Ancestry
Irish
9.0% (2,837)
Top 20 Ancestries
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2023)Families & Households
Total Households
11,764
Family Households
8,572
72.9%
Married Couples
5,859
49.8%
Non-Family Households
3,192
27.1%
Single Mother Households
2,032
17.3%
Single Father Households
681
5.8%
Living Alone
2,736
23.3%
Children Under 18
Total Children
4,692
In Married Couple
3,403
72.5%
With Single Mother
999
21.3%
With Single Father
290
6.2%
Family Income
Median Family Income
$91,077
Married Couple Income
$104,729
Single Mother Income
$64,886
Single Father Income
$71,199
Avg Family Size
2.7
Avg Non-Family Size
2.7
Grandparents w/ Grandchildren
1,144
Grandparents Responsible
284
Economy
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2023)Income Overview
Median Household Income
$80,686
+10% vs national
Per Capita Income
$35,855
-4% vs national
Poverty Rate
7.5%
-45% vs national
Gini Index
0.3953
0 = perfect equality
Unemployment
6.8%
+30% vs national
SNAP Recipients
12.4%
of households
How Lakeside Compares
Lakeside vs Similar Cities
Compared to cities with 25,000 - 50,000 residents. Lakeside is highlighted.
Median Household Income
Lakeside, FL has a median household income of $80,686, making it the 8,750th highest median household income out of 28,123 cities in our database. This means that Lakeside has a higher median household income than 69% of all the cities we measured.
Per Capita Income
Lakeside, FL has a per capita income of $35,855, making it the 11,487th highest per capita income out of 28,123 cities in our database. This means that Lakeside has a higher per capita income than 59% of all the cities we measured.
Poverty Rate
Lakeside, FL has a poverty rate of 7.5%, making it the 20,028th highest poverty rate out of 31,262 cities in our database. This means that Lakeside has a higher poverty rate than 36% of all the cities we measured.
Unemployment Rate
Lakeside, FL has a unemployment rate of 6.8%, making it the 7,742nd highest unemployment rate out of 31,012 cities in our database. This means that Lakeside has a higher unemployment rate than 75% of all the cities we measured.
Where Do You Stack Up?
Enter your household income to see how you compare to other households in Lakeside. The median household income here is $80,686.
Income Distribution
Employment Snapshot
Unemployment Rate
6.8%
+38% vs FL avg
Labor Force
16,067
Employed
14,768
Mean Commute
26 min
How People Get to Work
Employment by Sector
Education & Workforce
Bachelor's Degree+
16.6%
of adults 25+
High School Diploma+
37.9%
of adults 25+
Median Age
39.9
Work from Home
13.0%
of workers
Top Occupations & Wages
Source: Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS (2024)
Data represents the Jacksonville, FL metro area
Highest-Paying Job
General and Operations Managers
Top Median Wage
$97.4K
per year
Occupations Tracked
20
Cost of Living
Overall Index
123.6
100 = national avg
+23.6 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$54,381
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$128,536
per year
Cost Index by Category
100 = national average. Higher = more expensive.
Fair Market Rent
Source: HUD
1 Bedroom
$1,382
per month
2 Bedroom
$1,658
per month
The median household income in Lakeside, FL is $80,686, which is 10.2% above the national average of $73,224. Per capita income is $35,855. The poverty rate of 7.5% is lower than the FL state average of 13.5%. The Gini index of income inequality is 0.3953, where 0 represents perfect equality and 1 represents maximum inequality. The unemployment rate is 6.8%, compared to the state average of 4.9%. The labor force is 16,067. 16.6% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The average commute time is 26 minutes, with 13.0% working from home. About 76.6% of workers drive alone to work. The overall cost of living index is 123.6, which is 23.6% above the national average. Housing costs are above the national average at an index of 137.3. A single adult needs to earn approximately $54,381 per year to cover basic expenses.
Housing & Real Estate
Market SnapshotRedfin — January 2026
Median Sale Price
$320,000
Median List Price
$330,000
Price Per Sq Ft
$162
Days on Market
73
Active Inventory
98
Months of Supply
4.3
Balanced market
Market CompetitivenessRedfin
Sold Above List
13.0%
Off Market in 2 Weeks
19.1%
Sale-to-List Ratio
95.4%
Buyer's market
Price TrendsRedfin
Market ActivityRedfin
Homes Sold
23
New Listings
33
Pending Sales
42
Price Per Square FootRedfin
Median Sale $/SF
$162
Median List $/SF
$185
House Price IndexFHFA
How much have housing prices increased in Lakeside, FL? According to the Federal Housing Finance Agency (FHFA) House Price Index for the Jacksonville, FL metro area, home prices have risen 448.7% over the past 40 years. Over 20 years, prices grew 92.2%. The 10-year growth rate is 122.5%. Over the last 5 years, prices increased 54.9%. In the most recent 2-year period, the index rose 4.9%. 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 Jacksonville, FL housing market rather than Lakeside alone.
Metro area: Jacksonville, FL
Lakeside vs Similar CitiesCensus ACS / Redfin
Compared to cities with 25,000 - 50,000 residents. Lakeside is highlighted.
Median Home Value
Lakeside, FL has a median home value of $249,300, making it the 9,220th highest median home value out of 27,993 cities in our database. This means that Lakeside has a higher median home value than 67% of all the cities we measured.
Median Rent
Lakeside, FL has a median rent of $1,384, making it the 4,903rd highest median rent out of 22,337 cities in our database. This means that Lakeside has a higher median rent than 78% of all the cities we measured.
Median Price Per Sq Ft
Lakeside, FL has a price per square foot of $162, making it the 11,373rd highest price per square foot out of 20,748 cities in our database. This means that Lakeside has a higher price per square foot than 45% of all the cities we measured.
Rent Burden
Lakeside, FL has a rent burden of 20.6%, making it the 7,981st highest rent burden out of 21,928 cities in our database. This means that Lakeside has a higher rent burden than 64% of all the cities we measured.
Census Housing DataU.S. Census Bureau ACS 2023
Median Home Value
$249,300
Median Rent
$1,384
Total Housing Units
12,541
Vacancy Rate
6.2%
Owner Occupied
72.5%
Renter Occupied
27.5%
Median Property Tax
$1,708
per year
Monthly Cost (w/ Mortgage)
$1,225
Housing Types
Property TaxU.S. Census Bureau ACS 2023
Median Property Tax
$1,708
per year
Effective Tax Rate
0.69%
of home value
Median Home Value
$249,300
Estimated Mean Tax
$1,844
The effective property tax rate is calculated by dividing the median annual property tax ($1,708) by the median home value ($249,300). In Lakeside, FL, this works out to an effective rate of 0.69%. This is below the national average of approximately 1.1%.
The current median sale price in Lakeside, FL is $320,000 according to Redfin data. Homes spend a median of 73 days on the market. 13.0% of homes sold above asking price. The market has 4.3 months of supply. The median price per square foot is $162. The median rent is $1,384 per month (Census ACS). About 72.5% of housing units are owner-occupied. The median year homes were built is 1984. There are 12,541 total housing units. Homeowners pay a median annual property tax of $1,708. The effective tax rate is 0.69%, below the national average.
Crime data is not yet available for Lakeside. The FBI UCR/NIBRS program does not cover all jurisdictions.
Natural Hazard Risk
Source: FEMA National Risk IndexRisk Score
81.1
Relatively Moderate
Expected Annual Loss
85.7
Score (0-100)
Social Vulnerability
12.9
Score (0-100)
Community Resilience
51.1
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
38
Public Assistance
$57.5M
Individual Assistance
$25.6M
Most Common Type
Hurricane
18 declarations
Public Assistance by Category
| Disaster | Type | Date | PA $ | IA $ |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hurricane Milton → | Hurricane | Oct 2024 | $551K | $566K |
| Hurricane Milton → | Hurricane | Oct 2024 | — | — |
| Hurricane Helene → | Hurricane | Sep 2024 | $959K | $2.1M |
| Hurricane Debby → | Tropical Storm | Aug 2024 | $1.6M | — |
| Tropical Storm Debby → | Tropical Storm | Aug 2024 | — | — |
| Hurricane Idalia → | Hurricane | Aug 2023 | $1.6M | — |
| Tropical Storm Idalia → | Tropical Storm | Aug 2023 | — | — |
| Hurricane Nicole → | Hurricane | Dec 2022 | $906K | — |
| Tropical Storm Nicole → | Tropical Storm | Nov 2022 | — | — |
| Hurricane Ian → | Hurricane | Sep 2022 | $2.4M | — |
| Tropical Storm Ian → | Hurricane | Sep 2022 | — | — |
| Tropical Storm Elsa → | Severe Storm | Jul 2021 | — | — |
| Hurricane Isaias → | Hurricane | Aug 2020 | — | — |
| Covid-19 Pandemic → | Biological | Mar 2020 | $1.1M | $2.3M |
| Covid-19 → | Biological | Mar 2020 | — | — |
| Hurricane Dorian → | Hurricane | Aug 2019 | — | — |
| Hurricane Irma → | Hurricane | Sep 2017 | $27.2M | $16.3M |
| Hurricane Irma → | Hurricane | Sep 2017 | — | — |
| Hurricane Matthew → | Hurricane | Oct 2016 | $7.0M | $165K |
| Hurricane Matthew → | Hurricane | Oct 2016 | — | — |
Showing 20 of 43 disasters
PA = FEMA Public Assistance (infrastructure recovery). IA = Individual Assistance (homeowner/renter aid).
Flood Insurance (NFIP)
Source: FEMA NFIPTotal Claims
1,744
Total Claims Paid
$76,357,964
Avg Claim Payout
$43,783
County-level NFIP data from FEMA National Flood Insurance Program.
Hazard Mitigation
Source: FEMA Hazard Mitigation AssistanceMitigation Projects
31
Federal Funding
$2,417,329
Properties Protected
16
Avg Benefit-Cost Ratio
2.85
BCR
Top Mitigation Project Types
| Project Type | Projects | Federal $ |
|---|---|---|
| 205.8: Retrofitting Public Structures - Wind | 11 | $275,482 |
| 103.1: Feasibility, Engineering and Design Studies | 5 | $166,953 |
| 401.1: Water and Sanitary Sewer System Protective Measures; 601.2: Generators - Regular | 2 | $66,600 |
| 403.4: Stormwater Management - Detention/Retention Basins | 2 | $23,523 |
| 200.1: Acquisition of Private Real Property (Structures and Land) - Riverine | 2 | $919,560 |
Federally funded projects to reduce future disaster risk. Only includes completed or obligated projects.
Lakeside has a relatively moderate overall natural hazard risk rating according to FEMA's National Risk Index. The top hazard risks are lightning, hurricane, tornado. The area has had 38 federal disaster declarations. The most common disaster type is hurricane (18 declarations). 1,744 flood insurance claims have been filed in the area. FEMA has obligated $57,463,469 in public assistance recovery funding. $25,570,769 has been distributed in individual assistance to disaster-affected residents. 31 hazard mitigation projects have been funded to reduce future risk.
Health
Community Health
Source: CDC PLACES
Obesity Rate
35.0%
1.1pp below the national average
Depression Rate
19.4%
4.1pp below the national average
Diabetes Rate
12.8%
0.9pp above the national average
Uninsured Rate
11.9%
1.3pp 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
39.5%
Arthritis
27.6%
Cancer (excl. skin)
9.5%
Teeth Lost (65+)
11.7%
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
18.0%
14+ days in past month
Depression
19.4%
Loneliness
—
Lack of Support
—
Disability Prevalence
Any Disability
31.8%
Mobility
14.4%
Cognitive
14.3%
Hearing
7.4%
Vision
5.2%
Self-Care
3.8%
Independent Living
8.1%
Lakeside has an obesity rate of 35.0%, which is 1.1pp below the national average. The depression rate is 19.4%, 4.1pp below the national average. About 11.9% of adults lack health insurance. 78.4% of residents had an annual checkup in the past year.
Nearby Hospitals
Source: CMS Hospital Compare
Nearest Hospitals
5
With Emergency Services
5
Avg CMS Rating
3.0 / 5
Nearest Hospital
2.8 mi
Hca Florida Orange Park Hospit...
| Hospital | Distance | Type | Rating | ER |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hca Florida Orange Park Hospital | 2.8 mi | Acute Care Hospitals | 3/5 | Yes |
| Nh Jacksonville | 7.1 mi | Acute Care - Department of Defense | — | Yes |
| Ascension St Vincent'S Clay County | 7.8 mi | Acute Care Hospitals | 3/5 | Yes |
| Baptist Health Medical Center - Jacksonville | 13.1 mi | Acute Care Hospitals | 4/5 | Yes |
| Ascension St Vincent'S Riverside | 13.5 mi | Acute Care Hospitals | 2/5 | Yes |
Infrastructure
Commute Overview2023 ACS
Mean Commute
26 min
+11% vs national
Drive Alone
76.6%
-3% vs national
Work From Home
13.0%
+40% vs national
Carpool
7.8%
Walk / Bike
1.0%
combined
How Lakeside's Commute ComparesCensus ACS 2023
How People Get to WorkCensus ACS 2023
Commute Mode BreakdownCensus ACS 2023
The average commute in Lakeside, FL is 26 minutes, which is 10.7% above the national average of 23 minutes. 76.6% of workers drive alone, compared to the national average of 78.7%. 13.0% work from home, which is below the FL state average of 13.8%. 7.8% of workers carpool.
Internet & Broadband Access
Source: Census ACSBroadband Access
94.0%
of households
Cable / Fiber / DSL
81.7%
of households
No Internet
3.8%
of households
Total Households
11,764
Internet Subscription Types
Device Ownership
Source: Census ACSHas Computer
96.9%
of households
Smartphone
91.6%
of households
Desktop / Laptop
84.8%
of households
Tablet
68.0%
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
-26% vs 25,000 - 50,000 avg
Commercial Rate
11.0¢
per kWh
-29% vs 25,000 - 50,000 avg
Industrial Rate
8.5¢
per kWh
-28% vs 25,000 - 50,000 avg
Avg Monthly Bill
$156
residential
+6% vs 25,000 - 50,000 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).
Lakeside vs Similar Cities
Source: EIA (2024)Comparing electricity rates with randomly selected cities of similar population (25,000 - 50,000). Each city represents its state's average rate.
Residential Rate (¢/kWh)
Commercial Rate (¢/kWh)
Industrial Rate (¢/kWh)
Average Monthly Bill
94.0% of households in Lakeside have broadband internet access. 81.7% have cable, fiber, or DSL service. 5.6% rely solely on cellular data without a wired connection. 3.8% of households have no internet access. 7.3% use only a smartphone without a desktop or laptop.
Politics & Government
County-level data: Election results are reported at the county level. Lakeside is located in Clay County, FL. Results reflect all voters in the county, not just those in Lakeside.
Election Overview
Source: Clay County (2024)2024 Winner
Republican
Dem Votes
37,926
29.9%
GOP Votes
87,711
69.2%
Total Votes
126,806
Margin
R+39.3%
Shift from 2020
R+2.2pp
vs prior election
Election History
Source: County-Level Election Results| Year | Dem Votes | GOP Votes | Total | Dem % | GOP % | Margin |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 37,926 | 87,711 | 126,806 | 29.9% | 69.2% | R+39.3 |
| 2020 | 38,317 | 84,480 | 124,405 | 30.8% | 67.9% | R+37.1 |
| 2016 | 27,768 | 74,898 | 106,363 | 26.1% | 70.4% | R+44.3 |
In the 2024 presidential election, Clay County recorded 126,806 total votes. Republicans won the county with 69.2% of the vote compared to 29.9% for Democrats, a margin of R+39.3%. Compared to 2020, the margin shifted R+2.2pp from the previous election. Since 2016, Clay County has shifted 5.0 percentage points toward Democrats.
ZIP Code Overview
Source: Census ACSZIP Codes
10
Total Population
345,310
Avg Median Income
-$66,595,430
Avg Home Value
-$133,104,683
ZIP Code Details
Source: Census ACS| ZIP Code | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Median Rent | Area (sq mi) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 32003 | 29,351 | $119,046 | $387,400 | $1,918 | 15.8 |
| 32065 | 40,366 | $92,842 | $278,500 | $1,675 | 19.8 |
| 32068 | 58,196 | $82,410 | $264,300 | $1,411 | 115.5 |
| 32073 | 42,825 | $76,139 | $258,100 | $1,392 | 16.8 |
| 32210 | 65,626 | $58,215 | $205,300 | $1,205 | 21.9 |
| 32212 | 1,709 | $47,684 | N/A | $2,096 | 5.1 |
| 32214 | 0 | N/A | N/A | N/A | 0.1 |
| 32222 | 17,806 | $82,782 | $294,000 | $1,740 | 11.4 |
| 32223 | 26,079 | $91,599 | $377,500 | $1,500 | 11.5 |
| 32244 | 63,352 | $61,652 | $221,400 | $1,366 | 23.6 |
Lakeside, FL has 10 ZIP codes with a combined population of 345,310. The average median household income across all ZIP codes is -$66,595,430. The average median home value is -$133,104,683. The average median monthly rent is -$66,665,236.
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