Demographics
In the midst of St. Lucie County diversifying its local economy from a service and agricultural employment base to a knowledge based economy, St. Lucie County has recently experienced 3 years of tremendous population growth. As a result, the community as a whole has been growing and evolving into a recognizable location for science, research and a multitude of opportunities. Here are a few snapshots of our community characteristics:
| St. Lucie County Quick Facts | |
| Square Miles | 572 |
| Population (2000) | 192,695 |
| Population (2007) | 271,961 |
| Labor Force (Jun. 2007) | 119,349 |
| Unemployment Rate (2007 Year End Avg.) | 5.6% |
| Average Wage Rate (July 2007) | $33,840 |
| Median Age (2005) | 42 |
| Education: % High School Graduate or Higher Age 25+ (2005) | 83% |
| Education: %Bachelor's Degree Age 25+ (2005) | 12% |
| Education: % Graduate Degree Age 25+ (2005) | 6.7% |
| ** Sources: Florida Research and Economic Database, The Workforce Development Board of the Treasure Coast, U.S. Department of Labor, and Fishkind & Associates, Inc, Office of Economic & Demographic Research, and the U.S. Census Bureau. | |