Hillsborough County, FL

Hillsborough County Overview

1,468,560
TOTAL POPULATION
724,235
MALE POPULATION
744,325
FEMALE POPULATION
97.30
MALES / 100 FEMALES
102.77
FEMALES / 100 MALES
37.6
MEDIAN AGE
3.2
AVG FAMILY SIZE
2.6
AVG HOUSEHOLD SIZE
$39,509
PER CAPITA INCOME
$86,250
AVG FAMILY INCOME
$70,612
AVG HOUSEHOLD INCOME
21.5%
WAGE / INCOME GAP [ % ]
78.5¢/ $1
WAGE / INCOME GAP [ $ ]
$11,470
FAMILY INCOME DEFICIT
0.48
INEQUALITY / GINI INDEX
773,669
LABOR FORCE [ PEOPLE ]
65.3%
PERCENT IN LABOR FORCE
4.8%
UNEMPLOYMENT RATE

Hillsborough County Area Codes

Race in Hillsborough County

The most populous races in Hillsborough County are White / Caucasian (864,562 | 58.9%), Hispanic or Latino (439,450 | 29.9%), and Black / African American (241,312 | 16.4%).
Race in Hillsborough County
Race# Population% Population
Asian62,7844.3%
Black / African American241,31216.4%
Hawaiian / Pacific1,2620.1%
Hispanic or Latino439,45029.9%
Native / Alaskan4,9460.3%
White / Caucasian864,56258.9%
Two or more Races203,62713.9%
Some other Race90,0676.1%
Total1,468,560100.0%

Ancestry in Hillsborough County

The most populous ancestries reported in Hillsborough County are German (125,280 | 8.5%), Puerto Rican (120,907 | 8.2%), Irish (113,579 | 7.7%), Cuban (106,854 | 7.3%), and English (101,479 | 6.9%), together accounting for 38.7% of all Hillsborough County residents.
Ancestry in Hillsborough County
Ancestry# Population% Population
Afghan8110.1%
African7,7290.5%
Alaska Native260.0%
Alaskan Athabascan80.0%
Albanian9400.1%
Alsatian140.0%
American95,1066.5%
Apache860.0%
Arab14,5071.0%
Argentinean2,5740.2%
Armenian7890.1%
Assyrian / Chaldean / Syriac880.0%
Australian5060.0%
Austrian1,9510.1%
Bahamian1,5150.1%
Bangladeshi3180.0%
Barbadian3290.0%
Basque1400.0%
Belgian8960.1%
Belizean8110.1%
Bermudan220.0%
Bhutanese2,7840.2%
Blackfeet5180.0%
Bolivian9930.1%
Brazilian4,3740.3%
British10,0900.7%
British West Indian2,5720.2%
Bulgarian8540.1%
Burmese4,7610.3%
Cajun880.0%
Cambodian170.0%
Canadian3,2740.2%
Cape Verdean3290.0%
Carpatho Rusyn530.0%
Celtic3300.0%
Central American28,8422.0%
Central American Indian2,2800.2%
Cherokee3,4720.2%
Chickasaw650.0%
Chilean7410.1%
Chippewa2400.0%
Choctaw2730.0%
Colombian24,3441.7%
Comanche130.0%
Costa Rican2,0190.1%
Cree390.0%
Creek2080.0%
Croatian1,2560.1%
Crow120.0%
Cuban106,8547.3%
Cypriot850.0%
Czech2,9980.2%
Czechoslovakian8400.1%
Danish2,6260.2%
Delaware140.0%
Dominican23,7421.6%
Dutch9,8310.7%
Dutch West Indian2410.0%
Eastern European3,2970.2%
Ecuadorian5,0270.3%
Egyptian2,0990.1%
English101,4796.9%
Estonian1250.0%
Ethiopian1,8460.1%
European17,8571.2%
Fijian70.0%
Filipino7290.1%
Finnish1,5310.1%
French24,3061.7%
French American Indian590.0%
French Canadian5,7890.4%
German125,2808.5%
German Russian980.0%
Ghanaian3590.0%
Greek7,3650.5%
Guamanian / Chamorro2190.0%
Guatemalan7,0370.5%
Guyanese1,5510.1%
Haitian14,3821.0%
Honduran9,5590.6%
Houma390.0%
Hungarian4,8560.3%
Icelander2150.0%
Indian (Asian)11,8840.8%
Indonesian1840.0%
Inupiat550.0%
Iranian1,3880.1%
Iraqi8010.1%
Irish113,5797.7%
Iroquois4230.0%
Israeli1,0280.1%
Italian80,5715.5%
Jamaican12,3300.8%
Japanese5520.0%
Jordanian1,2260.1%
Kenyan3530.0%
Korean12,2700.8%
Laotian2070.0%
Latvian1650.0%
Lebanese3,2400.2%
Liberian1850.0%
Lithuanian2,0280.1%
Lumbee670.0%
Luxembourger520.0%
Macedonian1500.0%
Malaysian3920.0%
Maltese1820.0%
Mexican74,9395.1%
Mexican American Indian2,5930.2%
Mongolian240.0%
Moroccan1,8160.1%
Native Hawaiian1,1710.1%
Navajo340.0%
New Zealander830.0%
Nicaraguan2,9630.2%
Nigerian2,1850.2%
Northern European1,4480.1%
Norwegian7,8340.5%
Osage70.0%
Pakistani2,1230.1%
Palestinian1,4190.1%
Panamanian3,1450.2%
Paraguayan3220.0%
Pennsylvania German5140.0%
Peruvian6,5160.4%
Polish29,8322.0%
Portuguese5,2760.4%
Pueblo140.0%
Puerto Rican120,9078.2%
Romanian1,1950.1%
Russian8,6140.6%
Salvadoran4,0730.3%
Samoan5060.0%
Scandinavian2,8560.2%
Scotch-Irish8,3830.6%
Scottish18,9131.3%
Seminole2460.0%
Senegalese2750.0%
Serbian4730.0%
Shoshone300.0%
Sierra Leonean2880.0%
Sioux3650.0%
Slavic6350.0%
Slovak2,6620.2%
Slovene1,0170.1%
Somali120.0%
South African4140.0%
South American54,9623.7%
South American Indian3080.0%
Spaniard9,7750.7%
Spanish4,6860.3%
Spanish American2510.0%
Spanish American Indian530.0%
Sri Lankan9,5590.6%
Subsaharan African15,5901.1%
Sudanese3290.0%
Swedish8,9900.6%
Swiss1,8490.1%
Syrian9540.1%
Thai29,9922.0%
Tongan210.0%
Trinidadian and Tobagonian3,5320.2%
Tsimshian200.0%
Turkish1,4300.1%
U.S. Virgin Islander8130.1%
Ugandan970.0%
Ukrainian3,5890.2%
Uruguayan8350.1%
Venezuelan13,4860.9%
Vietnamese5000.0%
Welsh5,7160.4%
West Indian3,0680.2%
Yugoslavian1,0350.1%
Yup'ik110.0%
Zimbabwean660.0%
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Immigrants in Hillsborough County

The most numerous immigrant groups reported in Hillsborough County came from Latin America (188,740 | 12.9%), Caribbean (99,749 | 6.8%), Cuba (65,621 | 4.5%), Asia (51,392 | 3.5%), and Central America (45,267 | 3.1%), together accounting for 30.7% of all Hillsborough County residents.
Immigrants in Hillsborough County
Immigration Origin# Population% Population
Afghanistan5650.0%
Africa8,7510.6%
Albania3850.0%
Argentina1,5350.1%
Armenia900.0%
Asia51,3923.5%
Australia5710.0%
Austria1250.0%
Azores230.0%
Bahamas9070.1%
Bangladesh9030.1%
Barbados2810.0%
Belarus1590.0%
Belgium840.0%
Belize7690.1%
Bolivia5100.0%
Bosnia and Herzegovina5180.0%
Brazil4,1210.3%
Bulgaria7030.1%
Cabo Verde1150.0%
Cambodia790.0%
Cameroon1900.0%
Canada5,0250.3%
Caribbean99,7496.8%
Central America45,2673.1%
Chile4100.0%
China5,5250.4%
Colombia16,3791.1%
Congo960.0%
Costa Rica1,0700.1%
Croatia1490.0%
Cuba65,6214.5%
Czechoslovakia3870.0%
Denmark920.0%
Dominica7730.1%
Dominican Republic11,2000.8%
Eastern Africa2,3980.2%
Eastern Asia7,8680.5%
Eastern Europe7,9300.5%
Ecuador2,2340.2%
Egypt9370.1%
El Salvador2,1970.2%
England2,3350.2%
Eritrea4770.0%
Ethiopia5760.0%
Europe20,4031.4%
Fiji120.0%
France7720.1%
Germany2,6110.2%
Ghana2610.0%
Greece3350.0%
Grenada1800.0%
Guatemala3,9960.3%
Guyana1,8010.1%
Haiti8,2680.6%
Honduras6,7130.5%
Hong Kong2510.0%
Hungary3580.0%
India17,9051.2%
Indonesia2010.0%
Iran9080.1%
Iraq7370.1%
Ireland3740.0%
Israel5500.0%
Italy1,0130.1%
Jamaica7,4970.5%
Japan8340.1%
Jordan1,0690.1%
Kazakhstan3280.0%
Kenya3180.0%
Korea1,5000.1%
Kuwait5120.0%
Laos1950.0%
Latin America188,74012.9%
Latvia310.0%
Lebanon8410.1%
Liberia1790.0%
Lithuania940.0%
Malaysia3830.0%
Mexico26,9431.8%
Middle Africa3190.0%
Moldova620.0%
Morocco1,2810.1%
Nepal2050.0%
Netherlands5940.0%
Nicaragua1,7980.1%
Nigeria1,2430.1%
Northern Africa2,5750.2%
Northern Europe5,4180.4%
Norway330.0%
Oceania8460.1%
Pakistan1,3120.1%
Panama1,7810.1%
Peru4,6610.3%
Philippines5,3950.4%
Poland1,3130.1%
Portugal6210.0%
Romania2610.0%
Russia2,0330.1%
Saudi Arabia6320.0%
Scotland3000.0%
Senegal2270.0%
Serbia80.0%
Sierra Leone1580.0%
Singapore490.0%
Somalia100.0%
South Africa6590.0%
South America43,7243.0%
South Central Asia23,2781.6%
South Eastern Asia13,0940.9%
Southern Europe2,7430.2%
Spain6950.1%
Sri Lanka9080.1%
St. Vincent and the Grenadines2610.0%
Sudan760.0%
Sweden2540.0%
Switzerland810.0%
Syria7490.1%
Taiwan7080.1%
Thailand1,0960.1%
Trinidad and Tobago3,1930.2%
Turkey1,1480.1%
Uganda1300.0%
Ukraine8190.1%
Uruguay6730.1%
Uzbekistan670.0%
Venezuela10,9010.7%
Vietnam5,5380.4%
West Indies1470.0%
Western Africa2,6010.2%
Western Asia6,7400.5%
Western Europe4,2760.3%
Yemen230.0%
Zimbabwe700.0%
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Sex and Age in Hillsborough County

Sex and Age in Hillsborough County

The most populous age groups in Hillsborough County are 30 to 34 Years (55,715 | 7.7%) for men and 30 to 34 Years (55,608 | 7.5%) for women.
Sex and Age in Hillsborough County
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years43,550 (6.0%)41,517 (5.6%)
5 to 9 Years44,032 (6.1%)43,995 (5.9%)
10 to 14 Years49,022 (6.8%)43,843 (5.9%)
15 to 19 Years48,689 (6.7%)46,979 (6.3%)
20 to 24 Years48,438 (6.7%)48,560 (6.5%)
25 to 29 Years54,025 (7.5%)54,176 (7.3%)
30 to 34 Years55,715 (7.7%)55,608 (7.5%)
35 to 39 Years52,505 (7.2%)54,099 (7.3%)
40 to 44 Years50,022 (6.9%)48,576 (6.5%)
45 to 49 Years48,576 (6.7%)48,728 (6.6%)
50 to 54 Years47,805 (6.6%)47,857 (6.4%)
55 to 59 Years44,998 (6.2%)48,380 (6.5%)
60 to 64 Years41,884 (5.8%)42,366 (5.7%)
65 to 69 Years31,817 (4.4%)36,873 (5.0%)
70 to 74 Years27,507 (3.8%)31,795 (4.3%)
75 to 79 Years17,053 (2.4%)21,724 (2.9%)
80 to 84 Years9,911 (1.4%)13,486 (1.8%)
85 Years and over8,686 (1.2%)15,763 (2.1%)
Total724,235 (100.0%)744,325 (100.0%)

Families and Households in Hillsborough County

Median Family Size in Hillsborough County

The median family size in Hillsborough County is 3.20 persons per family, with married-couple families (247,381 | 70.1%) accounting for the largest median family size of 3.22 persons per family. On the other hand, single male/father families (30,726 | 8.7%) represent the smallest median family size with 2.94 persons per family.
Median Family Size in Hillsborough County
Family Type# FamiliesFamily Size
Married-Couple247,381 (70.1%)3.22
Single Male/Father30,726 (8.7%)2.94
Single Female/Mother74,687 (21.2%)3.22
Total Families352,794 (100.0%)3.20

Median Household Size in Hillsborough County

The median household size in Hillsborough County is 2.58 persons per household, with single female/mother households (74,687 | 13.3%) accounting for the largest median household size of 3.48 persons per household. non-family households (207,176 | 37.0%) represent the smallest median household size with 1.33 persons per household.
Median Household Size in Hillsborough County
Household Type# HouseholdsHousehold Size
Married-Couple247,381 (44.2%)3.24
Single Male/Father30,726 (5.5%)3.39
Single Female/Mother74,687 (13.3%)3.48
Non-family207,176 (37.0%)1.33
Total Households559,970 (100.0%)2.58

Household Size by Marriage Status in Hillsborough County

Out of a total of 559,970 households in Hillsborough County, 352,794 (63.0%) are family households, while 207,176 (37.0%) are nonfamily households. The most numerous type of family households are 2-person households, comprising 146,688, and the most common type of nonfamily households are 1-person households, comprising 159,543.
Household Size by Marriage Status in Hillsborough County
Household SizeFamily HouseholdsNonfamily Households
1-Person Households-159,543 (28.5%)
2-Person Households146,688 (26.2%)39,470 (7.0%)
3-Person Households90,325 (16.1%)5,601 (1.0%)
4-Person Households69,496 (12.4%)1,983 (0.4%)
5-Person Households29,555 (5.3%)465 (0.1%)
6-Person Households10,853 (1.9%)46 (0.0%)
7+ Person Households5,877 (1.1%)68 (0.0%)
Total352,794 (63.0%)207,176 (37.0%)

Female Fertility in Hillsborough County

Fertility by Age in Hillsborough County

Average fertility rate in Hillsborough County is 48.0 births per 1,000 women. Women in the age bracket of 20 to 34 years have the highest fertility rate with 78.0 births per 1,000 women. Women in the age bracket of 20 to 34 years acount for 70.2% of all women with births.
Female Fertility by Age in Hillsborough County
Age BracketWomen with BirthsBirths / 1,000 Women
15 to 19 years291 (1.7%)6.0
20 to 34 years12,286 (70.2%)78.0
35 to 50 years4,937 (28.2%)31.0
Total17,514 (100.0%)48.0

Fertility by Age by Marriage Status in Hillsborough County

62.8% of women with births (17,514) in Hillsborough County are married. The highest percentage of unmarried women with births falls into 15 to 19 years age bracket with 88.3% of them unmarried at the time of birth, while the lowest percentage of unmarried women with births belong to 35 to 50 years age bracket with 30.0% of them unmarried.
Female Fertility by Age by Marriage Status in Hillsborough County
Age BracketMarriedUnmarried
15 to 19 years34 (11.7%)257 (88.3%)
20 to 34 years7,507 (61.1%)4,779 (38.9%)
35 to 50 years3,456 (70.0%)1,481 (30.0%)
Total10,999 (62.8%)6,515 (37.2%)

Fertility by Education in Hillsborough County

Average fertility rate in Hillsborough County is 48.0 births per 1,000 women. Women with the education attainment of graduate degree have the highest fertility rate of 56.0 births per 1,000 women, while women with the education attainment of less than high school have the lowest fertility at 37.0 births per 1,000 women. Women with the education attainment of college or associate's degree represent 32.2% of all women with births.
Female Fertility by Education Attainment in Hillsborough County
Educational AttainmentWomen with BirthsBirths / 1,000 Women
Less than High School1,953 (11.2%)37.0
High School Diploma3,545 (20.2%)46.0
College or Associate's Degree5,634 (32.2%)52.0
Bachelor's Degree4,006 (22.9%)47.0
Graduate Degree2,376 (13.6%)56.0
Total17,514 (100.0%)48.0

Fertility by Education by Marriage Status in Hillsborough County

37.2% of women with births in Hillsborough County are unmarried. Women with the educational attainment of graduate degree are most likely to be married with 90.6% of them married at childbirth, while women with the educational attainment of high school diploma are least likely to be married with 64.4% of them unmarried at childbirth.
Female Fertility by Education by Marriage Status in Hillsborough County
Educational AttainmentMarriedUnmarried
Less than High School1,160 (59.4%)793 (40.6%)
High School Diploma1,262 (35.6%)2,283 (64.4%)
College or Associate's Degree3,240 (57.5%)2,394 (42.5%)
Bachelor's Degree3,189 (79.6%)817 (20.4%)
Graduate Degree2,153 (90.6%)223 (9.4%)
Total10,999 (62.8%)6,515 (37.2%)

Income in Hillsborough County

Income Overview in Hillsborough County

Per Capita Income in Hillsborough County is $39,509, while median incomes of families and households are $86,250 and $70,612 respectively.
CharacteristicNumberMeasure
Per Capita Income1,468,560$39,509
Median Family Income352,794$86,250
Mean Family Income352,794$118,132
Median Household Income559,970$70,612
Mean Household Income559,970$100,434
Income Deficit352,794$11,470
Wage / Income Gap (%)1,468,56021.45%
Wage / Income Gap ($)1,468,56078.55¢ per $1
Gini / Inequality Index1,468,5600.48

Earnings by Sex in Hillsborough County

Average Earnings in Hillsborough County are $41,225, $46,076 for men and $36,192 for women, a difference of 21.4%.
Earnings by Sex in Hillsborough County
SexNumberAverage Earnings
Male416,900 (52.4%)$46,076
Female377,953 (47.5%)$36,192
Total794,853 (100.0%)$41,225

Earnings by Sex by Income Bracket in Hillsborough County

The most common earnings brackets in Hillsborough County are $100,000+ for men (80,008 | 19.2%) and $100,000+ for women (33,952 | 9.0%).
Earnings by Sex by Income Bracket in Hillsborough County
IncomeMaleFemale
$2,499 or less14,597 (3.5%)18,161 (4.8%)
$2,500 to $4,9999,731 (2.3%)11,967 (3.2%)
$5,000 to $7,49912,070 (2.9%)14,750 (3.9%)
$7,500 to $9,9997,873 (1.9%)9,861 (2.6%)
$10,000 to $12,49910,148 (2.4%)13,595 (3.6%)
$12,500 to $14,9999,791 (2.4%)12,920 (3.4%)
$15,000 to $17,4999,894 (2.4%)11,598 (3.1%)
$17,500 to $19,9998,189 (2.0%)10,775 (2.9%)
$20,000 to $22,49911,221 (2.7%)12,761 (3.4%)
$22,500 to $24,99913,020 (3.1%)14,176 (3.7%)
$25,000 to $29,99925,585 (6.1%)25,697 (6.8%)
$30,000 to $34,99926,098 (6.3%)26,845 (7.1%)
$35,000 to $39,99922,092 (5.3%)22,063 (5.8%)
$40,000 to $44,99922,084 (5.3%)20,910 (5.5%)
$45,000 to $49,99921,475 (5.1%)22,650 (6.0%)
$50,000 to $54,99917,263 (4.1%)16,026 (4.2%)
$55,000 to $64,99930,641 (7.3%)28,069 (7.4%)
$65,000 to $74,99923,490 (5.6%)20,169 (5.3%)
$75,000 to $99,99941,630 (10.0%)31,008 (8.2%)
$100,000+80,008 (19.2%)33,952 (9.0%)
Total416,900 (100.0%)377,953 (100.0%)

Earnings by Sex by Educational Attainment in Hillsborough County

Average earnings in Hillsborough County are $52,158 for men and $41,403 for women, a difference of 20.6%. Men with an educational attainment of graduate degree enjoy the highest average annual earnings of $103,995, while those with less than high school education earn the least with $30,901. Women with an educational attainment of graduate degree earn the most with the average annual earnings of $69,786, while those with less than high school education have the smallest earnings of $22,367.
Earnings by Sex by Educational Attainment in Hillsborough County
Educational AttainmentMale IncomeFemale Income
Less than High School$30,901$22,367
High School Diploma$38,577$29,660
College or Associate's Degree$49,177$37,356
Bachelor's Degree$74,992$51,544
Graduate Degree$103,995$69,786
Total$52,158$41,403

Family Income in Hillsborough County

Family Income Brackets in Hillsborough County

According to the Hillsborough County family income data, there are 67,384 families falling into the $100,000 to $149,999 income range, which is the most common income bracket and makes up 19.1% of all families. Conversely, the $10,000 to $14,999 income bracket is the least frequent group with only 5,997 families (1.7%) belonging to this category.
Family Income Brackets in Hillsborough County
Income Bracket# Families% Families
Less than $10,00013,7593.9%
$10,000 to $14,9995,9971.7%
$15,000 to $24,99917,6405.0%
$25,000 to $34,99921,8736.2%
$35,000 to $49,99935,98510.2%
$50,000 to $74,99958,21116.5%
$75,000 to $99,99947,98013.6%
$100,000 to $149,99967,38419.1%
$150,000 to $199,99936,33810.3%
$200,000+47,98013.6%

Family Income by Famaliy Size in Hillsborough County

6-person families (9,423 | 2.7%) account for the highest median family income in Hillsborough County with $106,263 per family, while 2-person families (160,973 | 45.6%) have the highest median income of $38,683 per family member.
Family Income by Famaliy Size in Hillsborough County
Income Bracket# FamiliesMedian Income
2-Person Families160,973 (45.6%)$77,366
3-Person Families86,164 (24.4%)$88,571
4-Person Families64,539 (18.3%)$104,074
5-Person Families26,612 (7.5%)$98,314
6-Person Families9,423 (2.7%)$106,263
7+ Person Families5,083 (1.4%)$92,716
Total352,794 (100.0%)$86,250

Family Income by Number of Earners in Hillsborough County

The median family income in Hillsborough County is $86,250, with families comprising 3+ earners (36,209) having the highest median family income of $128,060, while families with no earners (48,349) have the lowest median family income of $43,560, accounting for 10.3% and 13.7% of families, respectively.
Family Income by Number of Earners in Hillsborough County
Number of Earners# FamiliesMedian Income
No Earners48,349 (13.7%)$43,560
1 Earner120,161 (34.1%)$59,468
2 Earners148,075 (42.0%)$113,753
3+ Earners36,209 (10.3%)$128,060
Total352,794 (100.0%)$86,250

Household Income in Hillsborough County

Household Income Brackets in Hillsborough County

With 94,635 households falling in the category, the $50,000 to $74,999 income range is the most frequent in Hillsborough County, accounting for 16.9% of all households. In contrast, only 19,599 households (3.5%) fall into the $10,000 to $14,999 income bracket, making it the least populous group.
Household Income Brackets in Hillsborough County
Income Bracket# Households% Households
Less than $10,00030,2385.4%
$10,000 to $14,99919,5993.5%
$15,000 to $24,99938,0786.8%
$25,000 to $34,99944,7988.0%
$35,000 to $49,99966,07611.8%
$50,000 to $74,99994,63516.9%
$75,000 to $99,99972,23612.9%
$100,000 to $149,99991,27516.3%
$150,000 to $199,99945,3588.1%
$200,000+57,11710.2%

Household Income by Householder Age in Hillsborough County

The median household income in Hillsborough County is $70,612, with the highest median household income of $85,290 found in the 45 to 64 years age bracket for the primary householder. A total of 205,856 households (36.8%) fall into this category. Meanwhile, the 15 to 24 years age bracket for the primary householder has the lowest median household income of $41,176, with 22,942 households (4.1%) in this group.
Household Income by Householder Age in Hillsborough County
Income Bracket# HouseholdsMedian Income
15 to 24 Years22,942 (4.1%)$41,176
25 to 44 Years207,223 (37.0%)$76,843
45 to 64 Years205,856 (36.8%)$85,290
65+ Years123,949 (22.1%)$50,543
Total559,970 (100.0%)$70,612

Poverty in Hillsborough County

Income Below Poverty by Sex and Age in Hillsborough County

With 12.4% poverty level for males and 14.9% for females among the residents of Hillsborough County, 6 to 11 year old males and 18 to 24 year old females are the most vulnerable to poverty, with 9,987 males (18.3%) and 14,530 females (23.8%) in their respective age groups living below the poverty level.
Income Below Poverty by Sex and Age in Hillsborough County
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years7,303 (17.0%)8,272 (20.3%)
5 Years1,106 (13.8%)1,785 (20.0%)
6 to 11 Years9,987 (18.3%)8,983 (17.7%)
12 to 14 Years5,140 (17.8%)4,619 (17.2%)
15 Years1,644 (17.5%)1,463 (17.5%)
16 and 17 Years2,777 (15.1%)2,988 (16.6%)
18 to 24 Years11,169 (17.6%)14,530 (23.8%)
25 to 34 Years11,074 (10.2%)16,487 (15.0%)
35 to 44 Years8,202 (8.0%)13,049 (12.7%)
45 to 54 Years8,404 (8.7%)9,322 (9.7%)
55 to 64 Years11,088 (12.8%)11,855 (13.1%)
65 to 74 Years6,465 (11.0%)8,696 (12.8%)
75 Years and over3,921 (11.3%)7,040 (14.3%)
Total88,280 (12.4%)109,089 (14.9%)

Income Above Poverty by Sex and Age in Hillsborough County

According to the poverty statistics in Hillsborough County, males aged 35 to 44 years and females aged 45 to 54 years are the age groups that are most secure financially, with 92.0% of males and 90.3% of females in these age groups living above the poverty line.
Income Above Poverty by Sex and Age in Hillsborough County
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years35,549 (83.0%)32,394 (79.7%)
5 Years6,938 (86.3%)7,122 (80.0%)
6 to 11 Years44,525 (81.7%)41,759 (82.3%)
12 to 14 Years23,700 (82.2%)22,274 (82.8%)
15 Years7,754 (82.5%)6,900 (82.5%)
16 and 17 Years15,621 (84.9%)15,009 (83.4%)
18 to 24 Years52,324 (82.4%)46,562 (76.2%)
25 to 34 Years97,901 (89.8%)93,189 (85.0%)
35 to 44 Years93,785 (92.0%)89,507 (87.3%)
45 to 54 Years87,728 (91.3%)87,148 (90.3%)
55 to 64 Years75,287 (87.2%)78,559 (86.9%)
65 to 74 Years52,137 (89.0%)59,341 (87.2%)
75 Years and over30,694 (88.7%)42,172 (85.7%)
Total623,943 (87.6%)621,936 (85.1%)

Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple Families in Hillsborough County

The poverty statistics for married-couple families in Hillsborough County show that 5.6% or 13,835 of the total 247,381 families live below the poverty line. Families with 5 or more children have the highest poverty rate of 43.5%, comprising of 732 families. On the other hand, families with no children have the lowest poverty rate of 4.4%, which includes 6,262 families.
Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple Families in Hillsborough County
ChildrenAbove PovertyBelow Poverty
No Children137,356 (95.6%)6,262 (4.4%)
1 or 2 Children80,499 (94.5%)4,716 (5.5%)
3 or 4 Children14,740 (87.4%)2,125 (12.6%)
5 or more Children951 (56.5%)732 (43.5%)
Total233,546 (94.4%)13,835 (5.6%)

Income Below Poverty Among Single-Parent Households in Hillsborough County

According to the poverty data in Hillsborough County, 12.8% or 3,928 single-father households and 23.1% or 17,270 single-mother households are living below the poverty line. Among single-father households, those with 3 or 4 children have the highest poverty rate, with 744 households (32.3%) experiencing poverty. Likewise, among single-mother households, those with 5 or more children have the highest poverty rate, with 450 households (60.2%) falling below the poverty line.
Income Below Poverty Among Single-Parent Households in Hillsborough County
ChildrenSingle FatherSingle Mother
No Children1,230 (8.3%)3,080 (10.8%)
1 or 2 Children1,923 (14.2%)10,004 (26.5%)
3 or 4 Children744 (32.3%)3,736 (48.7%)
5 or more Children31 (31.0%)450 (60.2%)
Total3,928 (12.8%)17,270 (23.1%)

Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple vs Single-Parent Households in Hillsborough County

The poverty data for Hillsborough County shows that 13,835 of the married-couple family households (5.6%) and 21,198 of the single-parent households (20.1%) are living below the poverty level. Within the married-couple family households, those with 5 or more children have the highest poverty rate, with 732 households (43.5%) falling below the poverty line. Among the single-parent households, those with 5 or more children have the highest poverty rate, with 481 household (56.7%) living below poverty.
Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple vs Single-Parent Households in Hillsborough County
ChildrenMarried-Couple FamiliesSingle-Parent Households
No Children6,262 (4.4%)4,310 (10.0%)
1 or 2 Children4,716 (5.5%)11,927 (23.3%)
3 or 4 Children2,125 (12.6%)4,480 (44.9%)
5 or more Children732 (43.5%)481 (56.7%)
Total13,835 (5.6%)21,198 (20.1%)

Employment Characteristics in Hillsborough County

Employment by Class of Employer in Hillsborough County

Among the 723,695 employed individuals in Hillsborough County, private company employees (516,322 | 71.4%), not-for-profit organizations (48,461 | 6.7%), and local government employees (41,999 | 5.8%) make up the most common classes of employment.
Employment by Class of Employer in Hillsborough County
Employer Class# Employees% Employees
Private Company Employees516,32271.4%
Self-Employed (Incorporated)38,1085.3%
Self-Employed (Not Incorporated)36,0195.0%
Not-for-profit Organizations48,4616.7%
Local Government Employees41,9995.8%
State Government Employees18,0332.5%
Federal Government Employees23,9543.3%
Unpaid Family Workers7990.1%
Total723,695100.0%

Employment Status by Age in Hillsborough County

According to the labor force statistics for Hillsborough County, out of the total population over 16 years of age (1,184,791), 65.3% or 773,669 individuals are in the labor force, with 4.8% or 37,136 of them unemployed. The age group with the highest labor force participation rate is 25 to 29 years, with 86.0% or 93,053 individuals in the labor force. Within the labor force, the 16 to 19 years age range has the highest percentage of unemployed individuals, with 16.7% or 4,642 of them being unemployed.
Employment Status by Age in Hillsborough County
Age BracketIn Labor ForceUnemployed
16 to 19 Years27,795 (35.7%)4,642 (16.7%)
20 to 24 Years73,330 (75.6%)5,426 (7.4%)
25 to 29 Years93,053 (86.0%)4,280 (4.6%)
30 to 34 Years94,959 (85.3%)4,083 (4.3%)
35 to 44 Years174,422 (85.0%)7,675 (4.4%)
45 to 54 Years159,390 (82.6%)5,579 (3.5%)
55 to 59 Years67,326 (72.1%)2,424 (3.6%)
60 to 64 Years47,180 (56.0%)1,793 (3.8%)
65 to 74 Years30,846 (24.1%)1,419 (4.6%)
75 Years and over5,804 (6.7%)197 (3.4%)
Total773,669 (65.3%)37,136 (4.8%)

Employment Status by Educational Attainment in Hillsborough County

According to labor force statistics for Hillsborough County, 80.0% of individuals (636,256) out of the total population between 25 and 64 years of age (795,320) are in the labor force, with 4.1% or 26,086 of them being unemployed. The group with the highest labor force participation rate are those with the educational attainment of bachelor's degree or higher, with 86.7% or 262,617 individuals in the labor force. Within the labor force, individuals with less than high school education have the highest percentage of unemployment, with 7.3% or 3,656 of them being unemployed.
Employment Status by Educational Attainment in Hillsborough County
Educational AttainmentIn Labor ForceUnemployed
Less than High School50,086 (63.7%)5,740 (7.3%)
High School Diploma147,554 (75.2%)10,007 (5.1%)
College / Associate Degree176,235 (81.0%)9,138 (4.2%)
Bachelor's Degree or higher262,617 (86.7%)8,178 (2.7%)
Total636,256 (80.0%)32,608 (4.1%)

Employment Occupations by Sex in Hillsborough County

Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations

The most common Management, Business, Science and Arts occupations in Hillsborough County are Management (81,583 | 11.2%), Community & Social Service (71,506 | 9.8%), Business & Financial (52,809 | 7.2%), Computers, Engineering & Science (49,735 | 6.8%), and Health Diagnosing & Treating (46,997 | 6.4%).
Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations in Hillsborough County

Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations by Sex

Within the Management, Business, Science and Arts occupations in Hillsborough County, the most male-oriented occupations are Architecture & Engineering (83.2%), Computers & Mathematics (74.7%), and Computers, Engineering & Science (74.0%), while the most female-oriented occupations are Education Instruction & Library (75.3%), Health Diagnosing & Treating (71.4%), and Education, Arts & Media (70.7%).
Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations by Sex in Hillsborough County
OccupationMaleFemale
Management49,506 (60.7%)32,077 (39.3%)
Business & Financial24,391 (46.2%)28,418 (53.8%)
Computers, Engineering & Science36,805 (74.0%)12,930 (26.0%)
Computers & Mathematics23,777 (74.7%)8,047 (25.3%)
Architecture & Engineering10,349 (83.2%)2,088 (16.8%)
Life, Physical & Social Science2,679 (48.9%)2,795 (51.1%)
Community & Social Service 23,731 (33.2%)47,775 (66.8%)
Education, Arts & Media2,893 (29.3%)6,977 (70.7%)
Legal Services & Support5,170 (43.3%)6,762 (56.7%)
Education Instruction & Library9,100 (24.7%)27,714 (75.3%)
Arts, Media & Entertainment6,568 (50.9%)6,322 (49.0%)
Health Diagnosing & Treating13,439 (28.6%)33,558 (71.4%)
Health Technologists9,588 (29.6%)22,822 (70.4%)
Total (Category)147,872 (48.9%)154,758 (51.1%)
Total (Overall)384,128 (52.6%)346,274 (47.4%)

Services Occupations

The most common Services occupations in Hillsborough County are Food Preparation & Serving (39,036 | 5.3%), Cleaning & Maintenance (27,037 | 3.7%), Healthcare Support (19,638 | 2.7%), Personal Care & Service (18,980 | 2.6%), and Security & Protection (13,382 | 1.8%).
Services Occupations in Hillsborough County

Services Occupations by Sex

Within the Services occupations in Hillsborough County, the most male-oriented occupations are Law Enforcement (78.3%), Security & Protection (77.1%), and Firefighting & Prevention (76.3%), while the most female-oriented occupations are Healthcare Support (84.8%), Personal Care & Service (70.7%), and Food Preparation & Serving (50.8%).
Services Occupations by Sex in Hillsborough County
OccupationMaleFemale
Healthcare Support2,988 (15.2%)16,650 (84.8%)
Security & Protection10,313 (77.1%)3,069 (22.9%)
Firefighting & Prevention6,246 (76.3%)1,944 (23.7%)
Law Enforcement4,067 (78.3%)1,125 (21.7%)
Food Preparation & Serving19,223 (49.2%)19,813 (50.8%)
Cleaning & Maintenance15,433 (57.1%)11,604 (42.9%)
Personal Care & Service5,569 (29.3%)13,411 (70.7%)
Total (Category)53,526 (45.3%)64,547 (54.7%)
Total (Overall)384,128 (52.6%)346,274 (47.4%)

Sales and Office Occupations

The most common Sales and Office occupations in Hillsborough County are Office & Administration (89,796 | 12.3%), and Sales & Related (79,647 | 10.9%).
Sales and Office Occupations in Hillsborough County

Sales and Office Occupations by Sex

Sales and Office Occupations by Sex in Hillsborough County
OccupationMaleFemale
Sales & Related40,552 (50.9%)39,095 (49.1%)
Office & Administration24,342 (27.1%)65,454 (72.9%)
Total (Category)64,894 (38.3%)104,549 (61.7%)
Total (Overall)384,128 (52.6%)346,274 (47.4%)

Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations

The most common Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance occupations in Hillsborough County are Construction & Extraction (38,496 | 5.3%), Installation, Maintenance & Repair (20,458 | 2.8%), and Farming, Fishing & Forestry (5,175 | 0.7%).
Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations in Hillsborough County

Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations by Sex

Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations by Sex in Hillsborough County
OccupationMaleFemale
Farming, Fishing & Forestry4,018 (77.6%)1,157 (22.4%)
Construction & Extraction36,811 (95.6%)1,685 (4.4%)
Installation, Maintenance & Repair19,791 (96.7%)667 (3.3%)
Total (Category)60,620 (94.5%)3,509 (5.5%)
Total (Overall)384,128 (52.6%)346,274 (47.4%)

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations

The most common Production, Transportation and Moving occupations in Hillsborough County are Transportation (28,840 | 4.0%), Material Moving (23,785 | 3.3%), and Production (23,502 | 3.2%).
Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations in Hillsborough County

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations by Sex

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations by Sex in Hillsborough County
OccupationMaleFemale
Production15,898 (67.6%)7,604 (32.4%)
Transportation24,618 (85.4%)4,222 (14.6%)
Material Moving16,700 (70.2%)7,085 (29.8%)
Total (Category)57,216 (75.2%)18,911 (24.8%)
Total (Overall)384,128 (52.6%)346,274 (47.4%)

Employment Industries by Sex in Hillsborough County

Employment Industries in Hillsborough County

The major employment industries in Hillsborough County include Health Care & Social Assistance (97,174 | 13.3%), Retail Trade (81,950 | 11.2%), Professional & Scientific (71,002 | 9.7%), Finance & Insurance (60,707 | 8.3%), and Construction (56,886 | 7.8%).
Employment Industries in Hillsborough County

Employment Industries by Sex in Hillsborough County

The Hillsborough County industries that see more men than women are Mining, Quarrying, & Extraction (94.8%), Construction (88.3%), and Utilities (76.1%), whereas the industries that tend to have a higher number of women are Health Care & Social Assistance (74.8%), Educational Services (71.2%), and Enterprise Management (57.4%).
Employment Industries by Sex in Hillsborough County
IndustryMaleFemale
Agriculture, Fishing & Hunting5,181 (75.2%)1,711 (24.8%)
Mining, Quarrying, & Extraction272 (94.8%)15 (5.2%)
Construction50,240 (88.3%)6,646 (11.7%)
Manufacturing26,093 (67.5%)12,545 (32.5%)
Wholesale Trade12,781 (66.9%)6,332 (33.1%)
Retail Trade42,152 (51.4%)39,798 (48.6%)
Transportation & Warehousing27,075 (75.9%)8,590 (24.1%)
Utilities3,805 (76.1%)1,192 (23.8%)
Information7,655 (59.1%)5,309 (40.9%)
Finance & Insurance26,808 (44.2%)33,899 (55.8%)
Real Estate, Rental & Leasing10,176 (55.5%)8,149 (44.5%)
Professional & Scientific40,399 (56.9%)30,603 (43.1%)
Enterprise Management528 (42.6%)710 (57.4%)
Administrative & Support24,434 (58.0%)17,704 (42.0%)
Educational Services16,335 (28.8%)40,337 (71.2%)
Health Care & Social Assistance24,487 (25.2%)72,687 (74.8%)
Arts, Entertainment & Recreation9,365 (55.5%)7,517 (44.5%)
Accommodation & Food Services26,109 (49.8%)26,267 (50.1%)
Public Administration14,436 (59.5%)9,828 (40.5%)
Total384,128 (52.6%)346,274 (47.4%)

Education in Hillsborough County

School Enrollment in Hillsborough County

The most common levels of schooling among the 362,360 students in Hillsborough County are college / undergraduate (85,248 | 23.5%), high school (72,963 | 20.1%), and middle school (71,526 | 19.7%).
School Enrollment in Hillsborough County
School Level# Students% Students
Nursery / Preschool21,5395.9%
Kindergarten18,0245.0%
Elementary School70,83919.6%
Middle School71,52619.7%
High School72,96320.1%
College / Undergraduate85,24823.5%
Graduate / Professional22,2216.1%
Total362,360100.0%

School Enrollment by Age by Funding Source in Hillsborough County

Out of a total of 362,360 students who are enrolled in schools in Hillsborough County, 69,573 (19.2%) attend a private institution, while the remaining 292,787 (80.8%) are enrolled in public schools. The age group of 3 to 4 year olds has the highest likelihood of being enrolled in private schools, with 7,394 (41.3% in the age bracket) enrolled. Conversely, the age group of 15 to 17 year olds has the lowest likelihood of being enrolled in a private school, with 46,351 (88.0% in the age bracket) attending a public institution.
School Enrollment by Age by Funding Source in Hillsborough County
Age BracketPublic SchoolPrivate School
3 to 4 Year Olds10,490 (58.7%)7,394 (41.3%)
5 to 9 Year Old70,155 (84.3%)13,067 (15.7%)
10 to 14 Year Olds78,437 (86.5%)12,296 (13.6%)
15 to 17 Year Olds46,351 (88.0%)6,303 (12.0%)
18 to 19 Year Olds23,539 (76.6%)7,182 (23.4%)
20 to 24 Year Olds31,940 (78.2%)8,909 (21.8%)
25 to 34 Year Olds18,159 (70.3%)7,660 (29.7%)
35 Years and over13,606 (66.4%)6,872 (33.6%)
Total292,787 (80.8%)69,573 (19.2%)

Educational Attainment by Field of Study in Hillsborough County

Business (92,629 | 23.8%), science & technology (40,398 | 10.4%), education (38,510 | 9.9%), social sciences (33,689 | 8.6%), and engineering (28,064 | 7.2%) are the most common fields of study among 389,875 individuals in Hillsborough County who have obtained a bachelor's degree or higher.
Educational Attainment by Field of Study in Hillsborough County
Field of Study# Graduates% Graduates
Computers & Mathematics20,3085.2%
Bio, Nature & Agricultural21,4535.5%
Physical & Health Sciences11,7283.0%
Psychology18,1984.7%
Social Sciences33,6898.6%
Engineering28,0647.2%
Multidisciplinary Studies4,0501.0%
Science & Technology40,39810.4%
Business92,62923.8%
Education38,5109.9%
Literature & Languages12,0013.1%
Liberal Arts & History13,8593.5%
Visual & Performing Arts11,7643.0%
Communications17,9184.6%
Arts & Humanities25,3066.5%
Total389,875100.0%

Transportation & Commute in Hillsborough County

Vehicle Availability by Sex in Hillsborough County

The most prevalent vehicle ownership categories in Hillsborough County are males with 2 vehicles (178,269, accounting for 46.9%) and females with 2 vehicles (148,765, making up 52.8%).
Vehicle Availability by Sex in Hillsborough County
Vehicles AvailableMaleFemale
No Vehicle10,121 (2.7%)8,605 (2.5%)
1 Vehicle82,617 (21.7%)89,682 (26.6%)
2 Vehicles178,269 (46.9%)148,765 (44.1%)
3 Vehicles73,330 (19.3%)64,011 (19.0%)
4 Vehicles24,941 (6.6%)18,774 (5.6%)
5 or more Vehicles10,784 (2.8%)7,554 (2.2%)
Total380,062 (100.0%)337,391 (100.0%)

Commute Time in Hillsborough County

The most frequently occuring commute durations in Hillsborough County are 30 to 34 minutes (107,192 commuters, 17.5%), 20 to 24 minutes (89,601 commuters, 14.7%), and 15 to 19 minutes (83,025 commuters, 13.6%).
Commute Time in Hillsborough County
Commute Time# Commuters% Commuters
Less than 5 Minutes10,9741.8%
5 to 9 Minutes40,2256.6%
10 to 14 Minutes66,13210.8%
15 to 19 Minutes83,02513.6%
20 to 24 Minutes89,60114.7%
25 to 29 Minutes40,6776.7%
30 to 34 Minutes107,19217.5%
35 to 39 Minutes24,7704.1%
40 to 44 Minutes31,4125.1%
45 to 59 Minutes66,44910.9%
60 to 89 Minutes38,4066.3%
90 or more Minutes12,3852.0%

Commute Time by Sex in Hillsborough County

The most common commute times in Hillsborough County are 30 to 34 minutes (60,350 commuters, 18.4%) for males and 30 to 34 minutes (46,842 commuters, 16.6%) for females.
Commute Time by Sex in Hillsborough County
Commute TimeMaleFemale
Less than 5 Minutes6,218 (1.9%)4,756 (1.7%)
5 to 9 Minutes19,973 (6.1%)20,252 (7.2%)
10 to 14 Minutes32,489 (9.9%)33,643 (11.9%)
15 to 19 Minutes43,084 (13.1%)39,941 (14.1%)
20 to 24 Minutes47,555 (14.5%)42,046 (14.9%)
25 to 29 Minutes21,330 (6.5%)19,347 (6.9%)
30 to 34 Minutes60,350 (18.4%)46,842 (16.6%)
35 to 39 Minutes12,879 (3.9%)11,891 (4.2%)
40 to 44 Minutes17,460 (5.3%)13,952 (4.9%)
45 to 59 Minutes36,469 (11.1%)29,980 (10.6%)
60 to 89 Minutes22,791 (6.9%)15,615 (5.5%)
90 or more Minutes8,006 (2.4%)4,379 (1.5%)

Time of Departure to Work by Sex in Hillsborough County

The most frequent times of departure to work in Hillsborough County are 7:00 AM to 7:29 AM (47,935, 14.6%) for males and 7:00 AM to 7:29 AM (46,215, 16.4%) for females.
Time of Departure to Work by Sex in Hillsborough County
Time of DepartureMaleFemale
12:00 AM to 4:59 AM18,257 (5.6%)9,104 (3.2%)
5:00 AM to 5:29 AM15,060 (4.6%)6,214 (2.2%)
5:30 AM to 5:59 AM17,406 (5.3%)8,740 (3.1%)
6:00 AM to 6:29 AM38,386 (11.7%)24,750 (8.8%)
6:30 AM to 6:59 AM31,230 (9.5%)31,605 (11.2%)
7:00 AM to 7:29 AM47,935 (14.6%)46,215 (16.4%)
7:30 AM to 7:59 AM28,904 (8.8%)30,935 (10.9%)
8:00 AM to 8:29 AM38,929 (11.8%)37,376 (13.2%)
8:30 AM to 8:59 AM16,992 (5.2%)17,700 (6.3%)
9:00 AM to 9:59 AM21,153 (6.4%)20,798 (7.4%)
10:00 AM to 10:59 AM9,447 (2.9%)9,536 (3.4%)
11:00 AM to 11:59 AM4,811 (1.5%)4,898 (1.7%)
12:00 PM to 3:59 PM19,593 (6.0%)16,380 (5.8%)
4:00 PM to 11:59 PM20,501 (6.2%)18,393 (6.5%)
Total328,604 (100.0%)282,644 (100.0%)

Housing Occupancy in Hillsborough County

Occupancy by Ownership in Hillsborough County

Of the total 559,970 dwellings in Hillsborough County, owner-occupied units account for 338,533 (60.5%), while renter-occupied units make up 221,437 (39.5%).
Occupancy by Ownership in Hillsborough County
Occupancy# Housing Units% Housing Units
Owner Occupied Housing Units338,53360.5%
Renter-Occupied Housing Units221,43739.5%
Total Occupied Housing Units559,970100.0%

Occupancy by Household Size in Hillsborough County

Occupancy by Household Size in Hillsborough County
Household Size# Housing Units% Housing Units
1-Person Household159,54328.5%
2-Person Household186,15833.2%
3-Person Household95,92617.1%
4+ Person Household118,34321.1%
Total Housing Units559,970100.0%

Occupancy by Ownership by Household Size in Hillsborough County

Occupancy by Ownership by Household Size in Hillsborough County
Household SizeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
1-Person Household75,595 (47.4%)83,948 (52.6%)
2-Person Household124,227 (66.7%)61,931 (33.3%)
3-Person Household61,535 (64.1%)34,391 (35.8%)
4+ Person Household77,176 (65.2%)41,167 (34.8%)
Total Housing Units338,533 (60.5%)221,437 (39.5%)

Occupancy by Educational Attainment in Hillsborough County

Occupancy by Educational Attainment in Hillsborough County
Household SizeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than High School22,611 (47.4%)25,128 (52.6%)
High School Diploma71,778 (57.0%)54,204 (43.0%)
College/Associate Degree94,118 (57.3%)70,248 (42.7%)
Bachelor's Degree or higher150,026 (67.6%)71,857 (32.4%)

Occupancy by Age of Householder in Hillsborough County

Occupancy by Age of Householder in Hillsborough County
Age Bracket# Households% Households
Under 35 Years122,72621.9%
35 to 44 Years107,43919.2%
45 to 54 Years104,13518.6%
55 to 64 Years101,72118.2%
65 to 74 Years73,97613.2%
75 to 84 Years36,3296.5%
85 Years and Over13,6442.4%
Total559,970100.0%

Housing Finances in Hillsborough County

Median Income by Occupancy in Hillsborough County

Median Income by Occupancy in Hillsborough County
Occupancy Type# HouseholdsMedian Income
Owner-Occupied338,533 (60.5%)$91,001
Renter-Occupied221,437 (39.5%)$49,641
Average559,970 (100.0%)$70,612

Occupancy by Householder Income Bracket in Hillsborough County

Occupancy by Householder Income Bracket in Hillsborough County
Income BracketOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than $5,0008,408 (2.5%)12,596 (5.7%)
$5,000 to $9,9993,709 (1.1%)5,786 (2.6%)
$10,000 to $14,9996,634 (2.0%)12,816 (5.8%)
$15,000 to $19,9998,318 (2.5%)9,475 (4.3%)
$20,000 to $24,9997,612 (2.2%)12,807 (5.8%)
$25,000 to $34,99921,153 (6.2%)23,855 (10.8%)
$35,000 to $49,99932,134 (9.5%)34,062 (15.4%)
$50,000 to $74,99952,069 (15.4%)42,374 (19.1%)
$75,000 to $99,99944,273 (13.1%)28,028 (12.7%)
$100,000 to $149,99966,136 (19.5%)25,085 (11.3%)
$150,000 or more88,087 (26.0%)14,553 (6.6%)
Total338,533 (100.0%)221,437 (100.0%)

Monthly Housing Cost Tiers in Hillsborough County

Monthly Housing Cost Tiers in Hillsborough County
Monthly CostOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than $30020,483 (6.0%)3,358 (1.5%)
$300 to $49931,842 (9.4%)3,682 (1.7%)
$500 to $79943,467 (12.8%)13,926 (6.3%)
$800 to $99926,605 (7.9%)18,109 (8.2%)
$1,000 to $1,49965,458 (19.3%)82,604 (37.3%)
$1,500 to $1,99960,612 (17.9%)58,057 (26.2%)
$2,000 to $2,49938,576 (11.4%)22,668 (10.2%)
$2,500 to $2,99920,721 (6.1%)7,529 (3.4%)
$3,000 or more30,769 (9.1%)5,351 (2.4%)
Total338,533 (100.0%)221,437 (100.0%)

Physical Housing Characteristics in Hillsborough County

Housing Structures in Hillsborough County

Housing Structures in Hillsborough County
Structure Type# Housing Units% Housing Units
Single Unit, Detached326,69558.3%
Single Unit, Attached41,0867.3%
2 Unit Apartments9,5371.7%
3 or 4 Unit Apartments22,1524.0%
5 to 9 Unit Apartments30,3555.4%
10 or more Apartments94,60516.9%
Mobile Home / Other35,5406.4%
Total559,970100.0%

Housing Structures by Occupancy in Hillsborough County

Housing Structures by Occupancy in Hillsborough County
Structure TypeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Single Unit, Detached272,307 (83.4%)54,388 (16.7%)
Single Unit, Attached27,130 (66.0%)13,956 (34.0%)
2 Unit Apartments1,151 (12.1%)8,386 (87.9%)
3 or 4 Unit Apartments2,931 (13.2%)19,221 (86.8%)
5 to 9 Unit Apartments3,750 (12.3%)26,605 (87.6%)
10 or more Apartments8,182 (8.6%)86,423 (91.3%)
Mobile Home / Other23,082 (64.9%)12,458 (35.0%)
Total338,533 (60.5%)221,437 (39.5%)

Housing Structures by Number of Rooms in Hillsborough County

Housing Structures by Number of Rooms in Hillsborough County
Number of RoomsOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
1 Room1,800 (0.5%)9,551 (4.3%)
2 or 3 Rooms10,809 (3.2%)58,448 (26.4%)
4 or 5 Rooms98,931 (29.2%)102,243 (46.2%)
6 or 7 Rooms134,380 (39.7%)40,479 (18.3%)
8 or more Rooms92,613 (27.4%)10,716 (4.8%)
Total338,533 (100.0%)221,437 (100.0%)

Housing Structure by Heating Type in Hillsborough County

Housing Structure by Heating Type in Hillsborough County
Heating TypeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Utility Gas24,967 (7.4%)8,839 (4.0%)
Bottled, Tank, or LP Gas3,061 (0.9%)1,215 (0.5%)
Electricity304,527 (89.9%)207,311 (93.6%)
Fuel Oil or Kerosene224 (0.1%)329 (0.2%)
Coal or Coke22 (0.0%)9 (0.0%)
All other Fuels2,224 (0.7%)201 (0.1%)
No Fuel Used3,508 (1.0%)3,533 (1.6%)
Total338,533 (100.0%)221,437 (100.0%)

Household Vehicle Usage in Hillsborough County

Household Vehicle Usage in Hillsborough County
Vehicles per HouseholdOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
No Vehicle7,820 (2.3%)25,265 (11.4%)
1 Vehicle99,848 (29.5%)110,596 (49.9%)
2 Vehicles158,039 (46.7%)65,853 (29.7%)
3 or more Vehicles72,826 (21.5%)19,723 (8.9%)
Total338,533 (100.0%)221,437 (100.0%)

Real Estate & Mortgages in Hillsborough County

Real Estate and Mortgage Overview in Hillsborough County

CharacteristicWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Housing Units118,991219,542
Median Property Value$258,500$313,200
Median Household Income$64,724$67,357
Monthly Housing Costs$560$29,453
Real Estate Taxes$1,995$6,276

Property Value by Mortgage Status in Hillsborough County

Property Value by Mortgage Status in Hillsborough County
Property ValueWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than $50,00012,614 (10.6%)4,023 (1.8%)
$50,000 to $99,9998,573 (7.2%)4,479 (2.0%)
$100,000 to $299,99949,374 (41.5%)94,970 (43.3%)
$300,000 to $499,99930,216 (25.4%)75,742 (34.5%)
$500,000 to $749,99910,661 (9.0%)25,112 (11.4%)
$750,000 to $999,9993,402 (2.9%)7,832 (3.6%)
$1,000,000 or more4,151 (3.5%)7,384 (3.4%)
Total118,991 (100.0%)219,542 (100.0%)

Household Income by Mortgage Status in Hillsborough County

Household Income by Mortgage Status in Hillsborough County
Household IncomeWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than $10,0007,602 (6.4%)2,561 (1.2%)
$10,000 to $24,99913,407 (11.3%)4,515 (2.1%)
$25,000 to $34,99911,314 (9.5%)9,157 (4.2%)
$35,000 to $49,99915,045 (12.6%)9,839 (4.5%)
$50,000 to $74,99919,268 (16.2%)17,089 (7.8%)
$75,000 to $99,99914,444 (12.1%)32,801 (14.9%)
$100,000 to $149,99917,181 (14.4%)29,829 (13.6%)
$150,000 or more20,730 (17.4%)48,955 (22.3%)
Total118,991 (100.0%)219,542 (100.0%)

Property Value to Household Income Ratio in Hillsborough County

Property Value to Household Income Ratio in Hillsborough County
Value-to-Income RatioWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than 2.0x32,870 (27.6%)105,814 (48.2%)
2.0x to 2.9x19,836 (16.7%)53,483 (24.4%)
3.0x to 3.9x13,475 (11.3%)58,222 (26.5%)
4.0x or more50,785 (42.7%)36,464 (16.6%)
Total118,991 (100.0%)219,542 (100.0%)

Real Estate Taxes by Mortgage Status in Hillsborough County

Real Estate Taxes by Mortgage Status in Hillsborough County
Property TaxesWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than $80021,296 (17.9%)1,322 (0.6%)
$800 to $1,49921,272 (17.9%)16,123 (7.3%)
$800 to $1,49964,205 (54.0%)33,090 (15.1%)
Total118,991 (100.0%)219,542 (100.0%)

Health & Disability in Hillsborough County

Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Hillsborough County

Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Hillsborough County
Age BracketWith CoverageWithout Coverage
Under 6 Years97,922 (95.8%)4,311 (4.2%)
6 to 18 Years223,742 (93.7%)15,013 (6.3%)
19 to 25 Years110,874 (80.7%)26,439 (19.3%)
26 to 34 Years153,302 (78.6%)41,779 (21.4%)
35 to 44 Years165,881 (82.1%)36,082 (17.9%)
45 to 54 Years165,748 (86.3%)26,345 (13.7%)
55 to 64 Years156,162 (88.4%)20,419 (11.6%)
65 to 74 Years124,015 (97.9%)2,624 (2.1%)
75 Years and older83,436 (99.5%)391 (0.5%)
Total1,281,082 (88.1%)173,403 (11.9%)

Health Insurance Coverage by Citizenship Status in Hillsborough County

Health Insurance Coverage by Citizenship Status in Hillsborough County
Citizenship StatusWith CoverageWithout Coverage
Native Born97,922 (95.8%)4,311 (4.2%)
Foreign Born, Citizen223,742 (93.7%)15,013 (6.3%)
Foreign Born, not a Citizen110,874 (80.7%)26,439 (19.3%)

Health Insurance Coverage by Household Income in Hillsborough County

Health Insurance Coverage by Household Income in Hillsborough County
Household IncomeWith CoverageWithout Coverage
Under $25,000135,093 (82.9%)27,901 (17.1%)
$25,000 to $49,999203,637 (83.7%)39,803 (16.4%)
$50,000 to $74,999198,109 (84.8%)35,520 (15.2%)
$75,000 to $99,999169,814 (87.7%)23,903 (12.3%)
$100,000 and over559,301 (92.8%)43,331 (7.2%)

Public vs Private Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Hillsborough County

Public vs Private Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Hillsborough County
Age BracketPublic InsurancePrivate Insurance
Under 646,506 (45.5%)55,299 (54.1%)
6 to 18 Years91,522 (38.3%)140,102 (58.7%)
19 to 25 Years16,663 (12.1%)97,430 (71.0%)
25 to 34 Years25,507 (13.1%)133,341 (68.3%)
35 to 44 Years24,992 (12.4%)147,553 (73.1%)
45 to 54 Years26,014 (13.5%)147,735 (76.9%)
55 to 64 Years37,112 (21.0%)129,126 (73.1%)
65 to 74 Years118,455 (93.5%)55,162 (43.6%)
75 Years and over82,466 (98.4%)38,531 (46.0%)
Total469,237 (32.3%)944,279 (64.9%)

Disability Status by Sex by Age in Hillsborough County

Disability Status by Sex by Age in Hillsborough County
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years114 (0.3%)145 (0.4%)
5 to 17 Years8,464 (7.0%)4,251 (3.7%)
18 to 34 Years11,208 (6.4%)10,170 (5.7%)
35 to 64 Years31,482 (11.2%)33,575 (11.6%)
65 to 74 Years14,864 (25.4%)16,222 (23.8%)
75 Years and over16,781 (48.5%)24,731 (50.2%)

Disability Class by Sex by Age in Hillsborough County

Disability Class: Hearing Difficulty

Disability in Hillsborough County: <span>Hearing Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years69 (0.2%)145 (0.4%)
5 to 17 Years920 (0.8%)460 (0.4%)
18 to 34 Years1,590 (0.9%)972 (0.5%)
35 to 64 Years7,438 (2.6%)5,583 (1.9%)
65 to 74 Years6,082 (10.4%)3,673 (5.4%)
75 Years and over7,971 (23.0%)9,333 (19.0%)

Disability Class: Vision Difficulty

Disability in Hillsborough County: <span>Vision Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years77 (0.2%)37 (0.1%)
5 to 17 Years924 (0.8%)875 (0.8%)
18 to 34 Years2,194 (1.3%)1,972 (1.1%)
35 to 64 Years6,222 (2.2%)7,270 (2.5%)
65 to 74 Years2,564 (4.4%)3,353 (4.9%)
75 Years and over3,571 (10.3%)5,586 (11.4%)

Disability Class: Cognitive Difficulty

Disability in Hillsborough County: <span>Cognitive Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
5 to 17 Years6,644 (5.5%)2,898 (2.5%)
18 to 34 Years7,255 (4.1%)6,069 (3.4%)
35 to 64 Years12,410 (4.4%)11,980 (4.2%)
65 to 74 Years3,582 (6.1%)3,703 (5.4%)
75 Years and over4,489 (13.0%)7,467 (15.2%)

Disability Class: Ambulatory Difficulty

Disability in Hillsborough County: <span>Ambulatory Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
5 to 17 Years483 (0.4%)504 (0.4%)
18 to 34 Years2,164 (1.2%)1,686 (0.9%)
35 to 64 Years16,219 (5.8%)19,069 (6.6%)
65 to 74 Years8,356 (14.3%)11,439 (16.8%)
75 Years and over10,395 (30.0%)17,802 (36.2%)

Disability Class: Self-Care Difficulty

Disability in Hillsborough County: <span>Self-Care Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
5 to 17 Years1,303 (1.1%)924 (0.8%)
18 to 34 Years1,845 (1.1%)1,087 (0.6%)
35 to 64 Years6,085 (2.2%)5,785 (2.0%)
65 to 74 Years2,644 (4.5%)3,223 (4.7%)
75 Years and over4,028 (11.6%)7,663 (15.6%)

Technology Access in Hillsborough County

Computing Device Access in Hillsborough County

Computing Device Access in Hillsborough County
Device Type# Households% Households
Desktop or Laptop466,82183.4%
Smartphone516,99192.3%
Tablet363,80065.0%
No Computing Device19,8953.5%
Total559,970100.0%

Internet Access in Hillsborough County

Internet Access in Hillsborough County
Internet Type# Households% Households
Dial-Up Internet3150.1%
Broadband Home434,82477.6%
Cellular Data Only66,24211.8%
Satellite Internet20,1443.6%
No Internet44,7228.0%
Total559,970100.0%

Hillsborough County Summary

Hillsborough County, Florida is located in the central part of the state and is the fourth most populous county in the state. It is bordered by Pasco County to the north, Polk County to the east, Manatee County to the south, and Pinellas County to the west. The county seat is Tampa, which is also the largest city in the county.

History

Hillsborough County was created in 1834 from parts of Alachua, Hillsborough, and Monroe counties. It was named for Wills Hill, the Earl of Hillsborough, who served as the British Secretary of State for the Colonies from 1768 to 1772. The county was originally divided into four districts: Hillsborough, Manatee, Pinellas, and Polk.
In the late 19th century, the county experienced a period of rapid growth due to the development of the phosphate industry. This led to the establishment of several towns, including Plant City, which was founded in 1885.
In the early 20th century, the county experienced a period of rapid population growth due to the development of the cigar industry in Tampa. This led to the establishment of several new towns, including Temple Terrace, which was founded in 1921.
In the mid-20th century, the county experienced a period of rapid growth due to the development of the aerospace industry in Tampa. This led to the establishment of several new towns, including Brandon, which was founded in 1957.

Geography

Hillsborough County covers an area of 1,266 square miles and is located in the central part of the state. It is bordered by Pasco County to the north, Polk County to the east, Manatee County to the south, and Pinellas County to the west. The county is divided into three distinct geographic regions: the Coastal Plain, the Central Hillsborough Plain, and the Southern Hillsborough Plain.
The Coastal Plain is located along the Gulf of Mexico and is characterized by flat terrain and sandy soils. The Central Hillsborough Plain is located in the center of the county and is characterized by rolling hills and sandy soils. The Southern Hillsborough Plain is located in the southern part of the county and is characterized by flat terrain and clay soils.

Economy

Hillsborough County has a diverse economy that is driven by several industries, including tourism, manufacturing, healthcare, and finance. The county is home to several major employers, including the University of South Florida, Tampa General Hospital, and Raymond James Financial.
Tourism is a major industry in Hillsborough County, with the county being home to several popular attractions, including Busch Gardens Tampa Bay, the Florida Aquarium, and the Lowry Park Zoo. The county is also home to several major sporting events, including the Outback Bowl and the Gasparilla Pirate Festival.
Manufacturing is another major industry in Hillsborough County, with the county being home to several major manufacturers, including Jabil Circuit, Sypris Solutions, and Tech Data Corporation.
Healthcare is also a major industry in Hillsborough County, with the county being home to several major hospitals, including Tampa General Hospital, St. Joseph's Hospital, and Florida Hospital Tampa.

Demographics

As of the 2010 census, Hillsborough County had a population of 1,229,226. The racial makeup of the county was 68.2% White, 22.3% Black or African American, 0.5% Native American, 3.2% Asian, 0.1% Pacific Islander, 3.3% from other races, and 2.4% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 17.2% of the population.
The median household income in Hillsborough County was $48,845, and the median family income was $58,890. The per capita income was $26,945. About 13.2% of the population was below the poverty line.

Common Questions

What is the Total Population of Hillsborough County?
Total Population of Hillsborough County is 1,468,560.
What is the Total Male Population of Hillsborough County?
Total Male Population of Hillsborough County is 724,235.
What is the Total Female Population of Hillsborough County?
Total Female Population of Hillsborough County is 744,325.
What is the Ratio of Males per 100 Females in Hillsborough County?
There are 97.30 Males per 100 Females in Hillsborough County.
What is the Ratio of Females per 100 Males in Hillsborough County?
There are 102.77 Females per 100 Males in Hillsborough County.
What is the Median Population Age in Hillsborough County?
Median Population Age in Hillsborough County is 37.6 Years.
What is the Average Family Size in Hillsborough County
Average Family Size in Hillsborough County is 3.2 People.
What is the Average Household Size in Hillsborough County
Average Household Size in Hillsborough County is 2.6 People.
What is Per Capita Income in Hillsborough County?
Per Capita income in Hillsborough County is $39,509.
What is the Median Family Income in Hillsborough County?
Median Family Income in Hillsborough County is $86,250.
What is the Median Household income in Hillsborough County?
Median Household Income in Hillsborough County is $70,612.
What is Income or Wage Gap in Hillsborough County?
Income or Wage Gap in Hillsborough County is 21.5%.
Women in Hillsborough County earn 78.5 cents for every dollar earned by a man.
What is Family Income Deficit in Hillsborough County?
Family Income Deficit in Hillsborough County is $11,470.
Families that are below poverty line in Hillsborough County earn $11,470 less on average than the poverty threshold level.
What is Inequality or Gini Index in Hillsborough County?
Inequality or Gini Index in Hillsborough County is 0.48.
How Large is the Labor Force in Hillsborough County?
There are 773,669 People in the Labor Forcein in Hillsborough County.
What is the Percentage of People in the Labor Force in Hillsborough County?
65.3% of People are in the Labor Force in Hillsborough County.
What is the Unemployment Rate in Hillsborough County?
Unemployment Rate in Hillsborough County is 4.8%.