Arcadia is a city located in DeSoto County, Florida. Arcadia has a 2025 population of 8,116. It is also the county seat of DeSoto County. Arcadia is currently growing at a rate of 1.69% annually and its population has increased by 9.07% since the most recent census, which recorded a population of 7,441 in 2020.
The average household income in Arcadia is $45,715 with a poverty rate of 31.4%.The median age in Arcadia is 32.7 years: 32.1 years for males, and 34.4 years for females.
Data after 2023 is projected based on recent change
The racial composition of Arcadia includes 46.32% White, 24.22% Black or African American, 18.47% other race, and smaller percentages for and multiracial populations.
Race | Population | Percentage (of total) |
---|---|---|
White | 3,507 | 46.32% |
Black or African American | 1,834 | 24.22% |
Other race | 1,398 | 18.47% |
Two or more races | 832 | 10.99% |
Married
Widowed
Divorced
Separated
Never Married
Arcadia's average per capita income is $36,938. Household income levels show a median of $38,388. The poverty rate stands at 31.4%.
Name | Median | Mean |
---|---|---|
Married Families | $71,250 | - |
Families | $39,817 | $52,079 |
Households | $38,388 | $45,715 |
Non Families | $27,820 | $32,899 |
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