The Numbers That Back Big Decisions

Population & Growth

166,696
Total Population
+4.6%
Population Growth (2020–2023)
~55%
Working-Age Population (18–64)
56.7
Median Age

Labor & Employment

54,362
Civilian Labor Force
5.2%
Unemployment Rate
+3.6%
Annual Employment Growth (2023)
300,000+
Regional Labor Shed (45-min radius)
U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Civilian Labor Force estimates for Citrus County, FL, accessed via Federal Reserve Bank of St. Louis (FRED), 2025 data.

Leading Employment Sectors

nurse and patient in hospital
Health Care & Social Assistance
shop owner beside an open sign
Retail Trade
construction workers
Construction

Income & Housing

$55,355
Median Household Income
$34,124
Per Capita Income
84.9%
Homeownership Rate
$196,000
Median Home Value
U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey, 2019–2023 5‑Year Estimates.

Why This Matters

Citrus County’s growing population and workforce offer a reliable base for employers looking to expand or relocate. Employment is rising, commute times are short, and access to a broader regional labor pool provides flexibility for scaling.

The strength of healthcare and service industries shows consistent demand, and future potential across sectors that support both quality of life and business growth.

Housing remains affordable, with high ownership rates and a stable residential base that contributes to community continuity and workforce retention.

Get Detailed Labor Market Insights

Data from U.S. Census Bureau, Florida Department of Economic Opportunity, Bureau of Economic Analysis (BEA), FRED, and Citrus County Economic Development.

Download the full Citrus County Profile (PDF)

Get Detailed Labor Market Insights

Data from U.S. Census Bureau, Florida Department of Economic Opportunity, Bureau of Economic Analysis (BEA), FRED, and Citrus County Economic Development.

Download the full Citrus County Profile (PDF)