Polk County, FL

Description

Why Build in Polk County?

 

Steady Growth and Economic Strength

Polk County continues to expand bringing the total to 736,229 residents as of 2022. This steady influx of new residents is driven by the county’s strong economic performance, as evidenced by increasing median household incomes. The combination of population and income growth makes the area an attractive market for residential development.

Homes in this county are selling within an average of 71 days, demonstrating a consistent demand for housing. With limited inventory and continued interest from buyers, new residential developments present a strong investment opportunity.

 

Educational Advancement and Secure Lifestyles

The county’s public schools operate with an annual budget exceeding $2 billion and carry districtwide accreditation through Cognia. Despite being one of the lowest-funded districts in the state, ranked 61st out of 67, the district is achieving outstanding results for its students.

Polk County ranks in the 87th percentile for safety, meaning it is safer than 87% of all counties in Florida.

Population
852,878
Median Income
$63,644
Median Home Price
$310,00
Housing Affordability Index
120

Median Home Value

Block

$266,780

Tract

$231,478

Zip

$270,094

Price Appreciation Since 2011

Tract

4.02X

Zip

2.78X

County

2.91X

County Schools

McKeel Academy Central: 9/10

Lincoln Avenue Academy: 9/10

Lakeland Montessori Middle School: 10/10

Median Income

County

$57,572

State

$65,081

National

$72,603

Forecasted Income Growth

Tract

1.77%

Zip

0.82%

Crime

Overall Crime Index: 0.79X

Property Crime Index: 0.78X

Personal Crime Index: 0.72X

Median Home Value

Block

$266,780

Tract

$231,478

Zip

$270,094

Price Appreciation Since 2011

Tract

4.02X

Zip

2.78X

County

2.91X

Median Income

County

$57,572

State

$65,081

National

$72,603

Forecasted Income Growth

Tract

1.77%

Zip

0.82%

County Schools

McKeel Academy Central: 9/10

Lincoln Avenue Academy: 9/10

Lakeland Montessori Middle School: 10/10

Crime

Overall Crime Index: 0.79X

Property Crime Index: 0.78X

Personal Crime Index: 0.72X