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Azalea Park’s story
Azalea Park in pictures
Census counts: 7,367 in 1970, 14,141 in 2020. The archive holds 1 old photo or paper going back to 2013 and 4 maps from 1956 on.
Explore the history →Azalea ParkFL
Population 16,180: a town in Florida.
Population
16,180
Census survey, 2020–24
Median home value
$284K
Census ACS
Household income
$63K
median
Median age
36.3
years
Jobs based here
3,182
A commuter town
TownGrade
C
#372 of 634 in FL
Is Azalea Park a good place to live?
Cost of living is its weak spot: the typical home is worth about $284K, 3.6 years of the Orlando metro’s $79K median household income. At C overall, Azalea Park is better than 28% of U.S. towns and ranks 372nd of 634 in Florida. Its strongest is walkability (B): it is easier to get around on foot or by transit than 58% of U.S. towns. The rest of its grades are middling: B− for schools, B− for health, C+ for incomes and B− for hazard risk. The town’s January low is 50°F, against 51°F in Florida’s towns and 22°F across U.S. towns.
Figures: home values, Zillow · incomes, Census ACS, 2020–24 · schools, state test and graduation results · health, CDC PLACES · FEMA National Risk Index · NOAA normals, 1991–2020.
WeakestC−Cost of living
A growing town
Azalea Park has grown 13% from 2010 to 2020
12,556 counted in 2010 and 14,141 in 2020.
U.S. Census 2010 & 2020 counts
How Azalea Park grades
Each subject compared with towns across the country (schools within Florida), ordered by how far Azalea Park is from typical.
Cost of livingHomes are harder to afford than in most townsC−Open →Jobs & income$63K median household incomeC+Open →WalkabilityEPA walkability 10.9 of 20; 3.8% of households have no car; 0.7% of workers walk, bike or ride transitBOpen →SchoolsGraded on exam and test resultsB−Open →Hazard riskFEMA risk higher than 44% of U.S. communities; inland flooding tops the listB−Open →HealthAdventhealth Orlando 5 miles awayB−Open →
Character Graded, but not part of the overall grade.
Outdoors3 miles of trails; 1% conserved landB−Open →HistoryBased on listed places, the town’s age and notable peopleDOpen →
Described, not graded Taste, not quality: snow or an older crowd is neither good nor bad.
How TownRatings grades towns →
Nearby attractions
All 92 attractions →Walt Disney World Resort and 62 more within 40 miles
Museums, parks, gardens and other places to visit around Azalea Park. Close and well known come first.
Big draw20 mi Theme parkWalt Disney World Resort
Big draw12 mi Theme parkUniversal Studios Florida9.5M visitors a year
Big draw12 mi Theme parkUniversal Epic Universe
Big draw7 mi Stadium & arenaCamping World Stadium
Big draw12 mi Theme parkUniversal's Islands of Adventure9.5M visitors a year
5 mi Stadium & arenaKia CenterSources: National Park Service · ski areas © OpenSkiMap / OpenStreetMap contributors · Wikidata · Wikipedia readership · photos via Wikimedia Commons
Photo credits
Walt Disney World Resort: Anthony Quintano from Westminster, United States, CC BY 2.0 · Universal Studios Florida: Radiobroadcastcenter, CC BY-SA 3.0 · Universal Epic Universe: Martin Lewison, CC BY 2.0 · Camping World Stadium: Quintin Soloviev, CC BY 4.0 · Universal's Islands of Adventure: David Bjorgen, CC BY-SA 2.5 · Kia Center: 350z33 (talk), CC BY-SA 3.0
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Getting set up
Moving to Azalea Park: who provides what
Azalea Park is unincorporated, so Orange County and regional agencies provide most services.
PowerDuke Energy18.4¢/kWh · EIA 2025HIFLD · EIA
WaterOrlando Utilities CommissionNo health-based violations in 5 years · EPAEPA
Internet6 providers98% of addresses get 100/20 MbpsFCC
Trash & county servicesOrange CountyOrange County provides services here
Register to voteOnlineIn Florida you can register online until 29 days before Election Day, in person until 29 days before Election Day, or by mail (postmarked 29 days before).vote.govWho runs elections hereOrange Supervisor of ElectionsOrange County; contacts on the Handbook page.FVAP, Feb 2024
ZIP codes32807, 3282232807 74% · 32822 26%Census 2020
EPA SDWIS (Oct 9, 2026) · HIFLD + EIA-861 2025 · Census 2020 ZCTAs · NCES 2024–25 · registration: vote.gov, updated Nov 17, 2025.
The data
Ordered by what stands out in Azalea Park.
Azalea Park has more 90° days than nearly all U.S. towns and is healthier than towns with similar incomes, but it has many renters stretched by housing costs.
OutdoorsB−
Azalea Park keeps 1.1% of its land conserved
Azalea Park’s trail density stands at 0.9 miles per square mile. 2.8 miles of trail wind through 3 parks and preserves.
#123for trails in FL
| Azalea Park | Florida towns | U.S. towns | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Miles of trail per square mile | 0.9 miles per square mile | 0.4 | 0.4 |
| Conserved land | 1.1% | 3% | 4.3% |
1.1%
conserved · 23 of 1,984 acres
2.8 mi
of trails · 0.9 per sq mi
| Biggest places to walk | Trails | Acres |
|---|---|---|
| 1. Adele Place | 1.3 mi | 18 |
| 2. Capehart Park | 0.8 mi | 11 |
| 3. Yucatan Park | 0.5 mi | 5 |
Trails & parks © OpenStreetMap contributors · Conserved land: USGS PAD-US
SchoolsB−
On state tests, Azalea Park’s schools beat 54% of Florida districts
The largest public high school is Colonial High, with 3,239 students. Two of its 5 schools are below, each with the reason it’s listed. Its public schools are run by the Orange school district.
54%of FL districts it outscoresB−School Grade
| School | Level | Students | Letter |
|---|---|---|---|
| Chickasaw ElementaryLargest public elementary schoolGrades PK–5 | Grades PK–5 | 551 | C |
| Colonial HighLargest public high schoolGrades 9–12 | Grades 9–12 | 3,239 | D |
NCES · EDFacts · graded within FL on state tests and graduation
Work & commuteJobs & income grade C+
Azalea Park has 0.5 jobs per working resident, so most workers leave town for work
For Azalea Park, the mean commuting time is 30 minutes. Only 2% of working residents stay in Azalea Park for work; the rest commute out. Employers in Azalea Park added 343 jobs between 2013 and 2023, to 3,182. The median commute is under 10 miles.
2%work in town
| Azalea Park | Florida towns | U.S. towns | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Average trip to work | 30 minutes | 27 minutes | 25 minutes |
| Below the poverty line | 14% | 11% | 9.6% |
| Working residents who work in town | 1.8% | 5% | 8% |
| Median household income | $63,000 | $73,000 | $80,000 |
Where working residents work
In Azalea Park2%
Orlando31%
Lake Buena Vista2%
Winter Park2%
Alafaya2%
10 mi
median commute distance
3,182
jobs based in Azalea Park
A commuter town
jobs vs. working residents
B
Walkability grade: more walkable than 58% of U.S. towns
Census LEHD 2023 · ACS
Who lives here
More adults under 35 in Azalea Park than across Florida
The median age in Azalea Park is 36.3 years. Adults 18 to 34 are 31% of residents (21% statewide); people 65 and older are 16% of residents (21% statewide). Among adults 25 and older, 26% have a four-year degree or more, against 34% across Florida.
36.3median age · FL 42.6
| Azalea Park | Florida towns | U.S. towns | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median age | 36.3 years | 42.5 years | 40.5 years |
| Aged 65 or older | 16% | 20% | 18% |
| Under 18 | 18% | 20% | 22% |
| Bachelor’s degree or more, 25+ | 26% | 31% | 29% |
Azalea ParkFloridaUnited States
Ages · share of residents
22%
Education · adults 25 and older
No diploma15%
High school31%
Some college16%
Associate’s13%
Bachelor’s18%
Graduate8%
Women and men · all residents
47% women, 53% men
That’s an even split within the survey’s margin of ±5.2 points. Across Florida, 50.9% of residents are women. Among residents 25 to 34, 61% are men (FL 51%).
| Azalea Park | FL | U.S. | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Under 10 | 9.2% | 10.3% | 11.6% |
| 10 to 17 | 9% | 9.2% | 10.3% |
| 18 to 24 | 8.9% | 8.1% | 9.1% |
| 25 to 34 | 21.7% | 12.7% | 13.7% |
| 35 to 44 | 11.7% | 12.7% | 13.2% |
| 45 to 54 | 12.2% | 12.3% | 12.2% |
| 55 to 64 | 11.8% | 13.4% | 12.7% |
| 65 to 74 | 8.2% | 11.7% | 10.2% |
| 75 and older | 7.3% | 9.6% | 7% |
| No diploma | 15% | 10.1% | 10.4% |
| High school | 30.6% | 27.2% | 26% |
| Some college | 16.1% | 18.5% | 19.1% |
| Associate’s | 12.6% | 10.1% | 8.8% |
| Bachelor’s | 18.2% | 21.3% | 21.6% |
| Graduate | 7.5% | 12.9% | 14.1% |
U.S. Census Bureau · ACS 2020-2024 5-year estimates
Climate
The climate in Azalea Park brings mild winters and hot summers
The Orlando Intl Ap weather station, 8 miles away, records that about 110 days a year reach 90°, more than in 97% of U.S. towns. January nights average 49.5°, milder than in 98% of U.S. towns; July afternoons average 92.2°.
Its typical July afternoon high is 92°F. Snow is almost unheard of.
92°summer high
| Azalea Park | Florida towns | U.S. towns | |
|---|---|---|---|
| January low | 50°F | 51°F | 22°F |
| July high | 92°F | 91°F | 85°F |
Typical low → high °F
Winter51–73°
Spring61–83°
Summer73–92°
Fall66–84°
+1.4°
vs. the 20th-century average
92°
typical summer high
NOAA U.S. Climate Normals, 1991–2020
Natural hazardsHazard risk grade B−
Azalea Park has a moderate natural-hazard risk, chiefly from inland flooding
Expected damage from storms and floods is lower here than in 56% of U.S. communities. 36% of Azalea Park’s expected losses from natural hazards come from inland flooding, followed by hurricanes at 19%. 28 flood insurance claims have been paid here since 2008.
44risk score of 100
FEMA risk score
Inland floodingHurricanesCold waves
28
paid flood claims since 2008
5
federal disasters paid out here
FEMA flood insurance claims · FEMA National Risk Index · OpenFEMA
HealthB−
Azalea Park ranks healthier than 50% of the country’s towns
Against the 9,642 U.S. towns with household incomes like Azalea Park’s, it is healthier than 72%, so its B− isn’t only a matter of income.
12% of adults smoke cigarettes in Azalea Park. Against the Florida average, Azalea Park comes out ahead on 6 CDC measures out of 31, and behind on 11. Among adults here, 16% have been diagnosed with depression and 42% sleep under 7 hours.
50%healthier than U.S. townsB−Health Grade
| Azalea Park | Florida towns | U.S. towns | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No health insurance, 18–64 (CDC PLACES) | 24% | 14% | 8.1% |
| Food insecurity (CDC PLACES) | 26% | 15% | 14% |
| Depression (CDC PLACES) | 16% | 18% | 23% |
| Sleep under 7 hours (CDC PLACES) | 42% | 37% | 36% |
31 measures vs. Florida
6 better14 too close to call11 worse
| What stands out | Azalea Park | FL |
|---|---|---|
| Fewer adults who have had cancer | 5.5% | 9.1% |
| Fewer adults with arthritis | 19.2% | 26.6% |
| More uninsured adults | 24.3% | 15.9% |
Adventhealth Orlando
5 mi away · emergency room
1 of 3
care shortages: mental health
44th
percentile among FL towns
CDC PLACES 2025 · modeled estimates for adults · CMS · HRSA
HousingCost of living grade C−
The median home in Azalea Park sells for about $337K
75.4% of renter households pay 30% or more of their income for housing, against 60.1% across Florida.
A home in Azalea Park typically sold within 50 days of listing. For households here, the share who live in a home they own is 53%. The midpoint rent for Azalea Park comes to $1,560 a month.
$337Kmedian sale price
| Azalea Park | Florida towns | U.S. towns | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Households that own their home | 53% | 72% | 73% |
| Median rent | $1,560 a month | $1,647 a month | $1,185 a month |
Market temperature
50
days on market
97.5%
sale-to-list price
8
homes sold in September
Census ACS, 2020–24 · Zillow Home Value Index · Redfin Data Center
Keep exploring
Everything we know about Azalea Park
17pages on Azalea Park
The big questions
Out and about
The story
Day to day
After high school
Colleges nearby
13 within 15 miles of the center of Azalea Park
Polytechnic University of Puerto Rico-OrlandoUniversity or college · Private nonprofit · Orlando2.5 mi$14,547 tuitionFull Sail UniversityUniversity or college · Private for-profit · Winter Park3.4 mi$26,906 tuitionUniversity of Central FloridaUniversity or college · Public · Orlando6.9 mi$6,368 in-state tuition
About 7 of every 100 Azalea Park residents are enrolled in college, about the same as Florida.
A commuter town
98% of working residents leave Azalea Park for work
Where Azalea Park’s working residents go each day. Line width shows the share.
3,182jobs based in Azalea Park
2%of working residents work in town
10 mimedian commute distance
Census LEHD 2023
About Azalea Park
Unincorporated area in Florida, US
Azalea Park is a census-designated place (CDP) and an unincorporated area in Orange County, Florida, United States. The population was 14,141 at the 2020 census. It is part of the Orlando–Kissimmee–Sanford, Florida Metropolitan Statistical Area.
From Wikipedia, licensed CC BY-SA 4.0 · facts via Wikidata (CC0)
- Area
- 3.2 sq mi
- Elevation
- 95 ft
- Area code
- 407
Azalea Park’s neighbors
One town shares a border with Azalea Park.
OrlandoAzalea Park
How the neighbors grade
| Town | FL rank | Overall | Cost | Safety | Schools | Health |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Azalea Park | #372 | C | C− | — | B− | B− |
| Orlando | #323 | C | D | — | B− | B |
Azalea Park and Orlando report no FBI crime data of their own. Compare Azalea Park with a neighbor →
Questions about Azalea Park
Short answers, built from the data on this page.
Is Azalea Park, FL a good place to live?
It grades B− for health and B− for schools. Cost of living is its weak spot, with a C−.
Is Azalea Park, FL expensive?
Yes. The typical home is worth about $284,000, 24% below the Florida typical home. Cost of living, which also weighs rents, property taxes and how many households pay 30% or more of their income for housing, grades C−.