DeFuniak Springs CCD, Florida
DeFuniak Springs CCD profile, demographic data, and geographic information.
DeFuniak Springs CCD is a geographic entity located in Walton County, Florida. As of official census estimates, it has a reported population of 16,888. The land area covers 298.12 sq mi. [1]
Demographics & Population
| Demographic Metric | Estimate / Count | Margin of Error | Survey Period / Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 16,888 | ±1,077 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Median Age | 34.8 yrs | ±1.5 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Total Households | 6,069 | ±471 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau (PEP, ACS 5-Year).
Housing & Real Estate Profile
| Housing Metric | Estimate / Value | Margin of Error |
|---|---|---|
| Total Housing Units | 6,956 | ±528 |
| Occupied Housing Units | 6,069 | ±471 |
| Vacant Housing Units | 887 | ±331 |
| Median Home Value | $209,100 | ±$16,981 |
| Median Gross Rent | $1,101 | ±$79 |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year (2020-2024).
Economy & Workforce
| Economic Metric | Estimate / Value | Margin of Error |
|---|---|---|
| Median Household Income | $52,837 | ±$3,983 |
| Per Capita Income | $27,278 | ±$4,561 |
| Poverty Rate | 27.2% | ±6.3% |
| Population Below Poverty Level | 4,208 | ±1,022 |
| Unemployment Rate | 11.6% | ±5.2% |
| Civilian Labor Force, Employed | 6,414 | ±786 |
| Broadband Internet Rate | 91.3% | ±3.2% |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year (2020-2024).
Local Government & Public Administration
Authoritative general-purpose local government units serving this area
U.S. Census Bureau GUS (2026) / GMAF
| Government Unit | Unit Type | Jurisdiction Role | Contact / Address |
|---|---|---|---|
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GUS Population: 89,666 (2024)
ID: 212193
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County | Official County Government |
Contact: CHAIRPERSON
PO BOX 1355, DEFUNIAK SPRINGS FL 32435-1355
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Education
Listing 10 local institutions (NCES 2024-2025)
External reference via K12Guides
| Institution | Type | Grades | Location |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular School Nearby | PK-08 | VALPARAISO, FL | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | NICEVILLE, FL | |
| Regular School Nearby | 06-08 | NICEVILLE, FL | |
| Regular School Nearby | 09-12 | NICEVILLE, FL | |
| Career and Technical School Nearby | 09-12 | DEFUNIAK SPRINGS, FL | |
| Regular School Nearby | KG-04 | FREEPORT, FL | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK | FREEPORT, FL | |
| Regular School Nearby | 05-08 | FREEPORT, FL | |
| Regular School Nearby | 09-12 | FREEPORT, FL | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | NICEVILLE, FL |
Source: k12guides.com.
Community Facilities & Infrastructure
Displaying 10 civic institutions across 2 datasets queried
CMS • IPEDS • IMLS
| Facility Name | Category | Relationship | Address / Location | Contact |
|---|---|---|---|---|
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Emerald Coast Technical College
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College Vocational | 9.3 mi away | 761 N 20th St, DeFuniak Springs, FL, 32433 |
8508921241
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CHOCTAWHATCHEE CHARIOT
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Library | 9.3 mi away | 3 CIRCLE DRIVE, DEFUNIAK SPRINGS, FL, 32435 |
(850) 635-6990
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Northwest Florida State College
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College | 15.3 mi away | 100 College Boulevard E., Niceville, FL, 32578-1295 |
8506785111
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WALTON-DEFUNIAK LIBRARY
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Library | 9.3 mi away | 3 CIRCLE DRIVE, DEFUNIAK SPRINGS, FL, 32434 |
(850) 892-3624
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FREEPORT PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 12.2 mi away | 76 HIGHWAY 20 WEST, FREEPORT, FL, 32439 |
(850) 835-2040
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NICEVILLE PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 15.5 mi away | 206 NORTH PARTIN DRIVE, NICEVILLE, FL, 32578 |
(850) 279-6436
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VALPARAISO COMMUNITY LIBRARY
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Library | 17.7 mi away | 459 VALPARAISO PARKWAY, VALPARAISO, FL, 32580 |
(850) 729-5406
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COASTAL BRANCH LIBRARY
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Library | 19.2 mi away | 437 GREENWAY TRAIL, SANTA ROSA BEACH, FL, 32459 |
(850) 267-2809
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ROBERT L.F. SIKES PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 20.7 mi away | 1445 COMMERCE DRIVE, CRESTVIEW, FL, 32539 |
(850) 682-4432
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GLADYS N. MILTON MEMORIAL LIBRARY
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Library | 22.6 mi away | 261 FLOWERSVIEW BOULEVARD, FLOWERSVIEW, FL, 32567 |
(850) 834-5383
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Distances calculated from authoritative source coordinates. Source: CMS, IMLS, NCES IPEDS.
Climate & Weather Observations
NOAA Monthly Climate Normals
Observation Station: Climate data reflects NOAA 1991–2020 standard normals recorded at DE FUNIAK SPRINGS 1 E, FL US, located 10.6 miles from DeFuniak Springs CCD. Local microclimates, topography, and elevation may cause municipal conditions to differ.
| Month | High (°F) | Low (°F) | Mean (°F) | Precip (in) | Snow (in) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 62.3° | 39.5° | 50.9° | 5.04" | 0.0" |
| February | 65.8° | 43.4° | 54.6° | 5.07" | 0.0" |
| March | 72.7° | 48.0° | 60.4° | 5.18" | 0.0" |
| April | 79.2° | 54.0° | 66.6° | 4.30" | 0.0" |
| May | 86.4° | 63.1° | 74.8° | 3.99" | 0.0" |
| June | 90.3° | 70.2° | 80.3° | 7.10" | 0.0" |
| July | 92.3° | 72.4° | 82.4° | 7.50" | 0.0" |
| August | 91.4° | 71.7° | 81.5° | 6.95" | 0.0" |
| September | 88.3° | 67.4° | 77.8° | 6.04" | 0.0" |
| October | 80.5° | 57.4° | 68.9° | 3.58" | 0.0" |
| November | 71.3° | 46.6° | 58.9° | 4.43" | 0.0" |
| December | 64.3° | 41.8° | 53.1° | 5.45" | 0.0" |
Source: NOAA U.S. Climate Normals (1991–2020).
Local Weather Forecast
Weather forecast data is currently unavailable in the local cache.
Nearby Cities & Communities
Listing adjacent communities by spatial proximity (miles)
Proximity discovery
| Community Name | Classification | Distance | Population |
|---|---|---|---|
| DeFuniak Springs city | City | 8.7 mi | — |
| Freeport city | City | 12.4 mi | — |
| Niceville city | City | 15.7 mi | — |
| Valparaiso city | City | 19.2 mi | — |
| Miramar Beach CDP | CDP | 19.3 mi | — |
| Ponce de Leon town | Town | 19.3 mi | — |
Sources & Data Provenance
- Geographic Classification & Identifiers: U.S. Census Bureau Gazetteer (2026) and TIGER/Line Shapefiles. GEOID: 1213190819. • Official Source Dataset →
- Socioeconomic & Housing Metrics: U.S. Census Bureau American Community Survey (ACS) 5-year estimates and Population Estimates Program (PEP). Margin of Error (MOE) intervals are reported where published; suppressed values are never estimated or replaced with false zeros.
- Civic Directory Datasets: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS Hospital Directory), National Center for Education Statistics (NCES IPEDS Postsecondary Directory), and Institute of Museum and Library Services (IMLS Public Libraries Survey). Airport landing facilities are provided by airport-data.com.
- Weather & Climate Observations: National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) U.S. Climate Normals 1991–2020 and National Weather Service (NWS) point forecasts.