Clermont had 52,812 residents on July 1, 2025, the Census Bureau estimates, up 84% since the 2010 census. It is Lake County's largest city.
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Clermont had an estimated 52,812 residents on July 1, 2025, according to the Census Bureau’s Vintage 2025 city and town population estimates. That is 9,791 more people (22.8%) than the 2020 census count of 43,021 and 24,070 more (83.7%) than the 2010 census count of 28,742. The Census Bureau’s QuickFacts page for Clermont gathers the main figures in one place.
What this means for you
- Clermont is Lake County’s largest city and still adding about 2,000 people a year.
- Households here earn more than the county’s, and residents are younger than the county’s.
- About two in three homes are owned by the people who live in them.
Growth since 2010
| Year | Population | Source |
|---|---|---|
| 2010 | 28,742 | 2010 census |
| 2020 | 43,021 | 2020 census |
| 2021 | 44,566 | July 1 estimate, Vintage 2025 |
| 2022 | 46,540 | July 1 estimate, Vintage 2025 |
| 2023 | 48,780 | July 1 estimate, Vintage 2025 |
| 2024 | 50,701 | July 1 estimate, Vintage 2025 |
| 2025 | 52,812 | July 1 estimate, Vintage 2025 |
From 2024 to 2025 the estimate rose by 2,111, or 4.2%. Each year’s estimates are revised when the next set comes out, so compare figures from the same vintage. Lake County grew from 297,052 in 2010 to 383,956 in 2020 (29.3%) and an estimated 456,068 in 2025.
Clermont and its neighbors
| City | County | July 2025 estimate | Change from 2020 base |
|---|---|---|---|
| Clermont | Lake | 52,812 | +22.8% |
| Ocoee, about 12 miles east | Orange | 51,932 | +9.7% |
| Winter Garden, about eight miles east | Orange | 48,063 | +1.4% |
| Groveland, about eight miles west | Lake | 25,526 | +38.0% |
| Minneola, about five miles north | Lake | 21,064 | +52.1% |
| Mascotte, about 12 miles west | Lake | 10,150 | +53.6% |
Changes are measured from each city’s April 2020 estimates base in the same Vintage 2025 file. Horizon West and Four Corners, large unincorporated communities nearby, are not cities and are not in this file.
Who lives in Clermont
From the Census Bureau’s 2020-2024 American Community Survey 5-year estimates, which are averages over five years and carry margins of error:
| Measure | Clermont | Lake County |
|---|---|---|
| Median age | 42.2 | 46.5 |
| Under 18 | 22.0% | 19.0% |
| 65 and older | 23.6% | 26.6% |
| Households | 17,609 | 164,497 |
| Average household size | 2.64 | 2.48 |
| Median household income | $82,306 | $73,161 |
| Below the poverty level | 5.4% | 8.9% |
| Bachelor’s degree or higher (25+) | 37.8% | 27.8% |
Housing
| Measure | Clermont | Lake County |
|---|---|---|
| Housing units | 19,445 | 187,580 |
| Owner-occupied homes | 68.1% | 77.6% |
| Median value, owner-occupied | $418,400 | $318,400 |
| Median gross rent | $1,828 | $1,586 |
Source: ACS 2020-2024 housing profile (DP04). For current market prices, see Clermont home prices.
About these figures
- Census counts (2010, 2020) are full counts taken every 10 years.
- Population estimates are the bureau’s yearly July 1 figures for cities, built from births, deaths, migration and housing data.
- American Community Survey figures come from a sample and are averaged over five years, so they lag the estimates and do not match them exactly. The ACS total for Clermont over 2020-2024 is 46,853.
Related: home prices, schools and history and landmarks.
Frequently asked questions
What is the population of Clermont, Florida?
The Census Bureau estimates Clermont had 52,812 residents on July 1, 2025. The 2020 census counted 43,021.
How fast is Clermont growing?
Clermont grew 49.7% between the 2010 and 2020 censuses, from 28,742 to 43,021, and by an estimated 22.8% more from 2020 to 2025. It added about 2,100 people from July 2024 to July 2025.
Is Clermont the largest city in Lake County?
Yes. With an estimated 52,812 residents in 2025, Clermont is the largest city in Lake County, which had an estimated 456,068 people.
What is the median household income in Clermont?
$82,306 in the Census Bureau’s 2020-2024 American Community Survey, compared with $73,161 for Lake County.
What is the median age in Clermont?
42.2 years in the 2020-2024 American Community Survey, younger than Lake County’s 46.5. About 23.6% of Clermont residents are 65 or older.
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