Demographics in Merritt Island, FL

Population, age, race, ethnicity, and household statistics — 2023 ACS Data

Where is Merritt Island?

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Population

Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2023)

Total Population

34,718

Male

17,436

50.2%

Female

17,282

49.8%

Median Age

49.8

Age Distribution

Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2023)

Race & Ethnicity

Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2023)

White

86.8%

Black

2.2%

Hispanic

7.2%

Asian

3.2%

Two or More

6.0%

Other

1.7%

Education & Household

Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2023)

Bachelor's or Higher

31.8%

High School or Higher

47.9%

Foreign Born

7.2%

Veterans

10.7%

Married

47.8%

Avg Household Size

2.5

Marital Status by Age

Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2023)

Merritt Island, FL has a population of 34,718 with a median age of 49.8. The racial makeup is 86.8% White, 7.2% Hispanic, 2.2% Black, 3.2% Asian. About 31.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The foreign-born population is 7.2%.