Gilchrist County's 2026 population is estimated at 21,229, reflecting a 2.4% growth rate over the past year (World Population Review estimate based on U.S. Census Bureau data). Gilchrist County is the 55th largest county in Florida. The 2010 population was 17,006 and has grown 24.83% since 2010.
Data after 2023 is projected based on recent change
Overall: 43.2 years
Female: 46.7 years
Male: 39.8 years
There are 15,003 adults, (3,851 of whom are seniors) in Gilchrist County.
Female: 9,262 (48.6%)
Male: 9,778 (51.4%)
The racial composition of Gilchrist County includes 86.98% White, 3.19% Black or African American, and smaller percentages for other race, Native American, Asian and multiracial populations.
| Race | Population ↓ | Percentage (of total) |
|---|---|---|
| White | 16,561 | 86.98% |
| Two or more races | 1,186 | 6.23% |
| Black or African American | 607 | 3.19% |
| Other race | 554 | 2.91% |
| Native American | 96 | 0.5% |
| Asian | 36 | 0.19% |
Gilchrist County 's average per capita income is $47,583. Household income levels show a median of $63,523. The poverty rate stands at 11.5%.
| Name | Median ↓ | Mean |
|---|---|---|
| Married Families | $88,736 | - |
| Families | $77,735 | $105,684 |
| Households | $63,523 | $91,884 |
| Non Families | $33,767 | $52,882 |
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