Lee County's 2026 population is estimated at 894,425, reflecting a 1.91% growth rate over the past year (World Population Review estimate based on U.S. Census Bureau data). Lee County is the 9th largest county in Florida. The 2010 population was 620,481 and has grown 44.15% since 2010.
Data after 2023 is projected based on recent change
Overall: 49 years
Female: 50.3 years
Male: 47.8 years
There are 677,356 adults, (236,549 of whom are seniors) in Lee County.
Female: 415,660 (50.8%)
Male: 402,006 (49.2%)
The racial composition of Lee County includes 66.7% White, 7.88% Black or African American, 4.55% other race, and smaller percentages for Asian, Native American, Native Hawaiian or Pacific Islander and multiracial populations.
| Race | Population ↓ | Percentage (of total) |
|---|---|---|
| White | 545,381 | 66.7% |
| Two or more races | 151,062 | 18.47% |
| Black or African American | 64,421 | 7.88% |
| Other race | 37,180 | 4.55% |
| Asian | 13,934 | 1.7% |
| Native American | 5,333 | 0.65% |
| Native Hawaiian or Pacific Islander | 355 | 0.04% |
Lee County 's average per capita income is $45,369. Household income levels show a median of $76,107. The poverty rate stands at 12%.
| Name | Median ↓ | Mean |
|---|---|---|
| Married Families | $102,400 | $139,059 |
| Families | $90,028 | $124,294 |
| Households | $76,107 | $106,517 |
| Non Families | $48,060 | $68,465 |
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