Wesley Chapel's population is about 76,011, the Census Bureau estimates, up from 64,866 in 2020 and 44,092 in 2010. Median household income: $107,504.
Last checked Oct. 10, 2026. Figures come from the U.S. Census Bureau: the 2010 census, the 2020 census and the American Community Survey five-year estimates for 2020 to 2024 (people, households and education, income, housing).
About 76,011 people live in Wesley Chapel, according to the Census Bureau’s latest American Community Survey estimate, which pools 2020 to 2024. The 2020 census counted 64,866, up 47% from 44,092 in 2010. Wesley Chapel is not a city: it is an unincorporated census-designated place drawn by the Census Bureau, and Pasco County governs it.
Wesley Chapel at a glance (2020-2024 ACS)
- Population: about 76,011, 12.4% of Pasco County’s 611,444
- Median age: 37.1
- Households: 25,223, averaging 3.01 people
- Median household income: $107,504
- Median home value: $403,700
- Census questions: the Census Bureau’s contact page
Growth since 2010
| Count | Wesley Chapel | Pasco County |
|---|---|---|
| 2010 census | 44,092 | 464,697 |
| 2020 census | 64,866 | 561,891 |
| Change, 2010 to 2020 | +47.1% | +20.9% |
| 2020-2024 ACS estimate | 76,011 | 611,444 |
The ACS figure is a five-year average, not a count, and has a margin of error. The Census Bureau can also adjust a census-designated place’s boundary between censuses, so compare the counts with that in mind. The Bureau’s yearly population estimates cover counties and incorporated cities but not census-designated places like Wesley Chapel.
Who lives here
From the 2020-2024 ACS:
| Wesley Chapel | Pasco County | |
|---|---|---|
| Median age | 37.1 | 43.4 |
| Under 18 | 24.9% | 20.2% |
| 65 and older | 12.4% | 21.9% |
| Households | 25,223 | 236,163 |
| Average household size | 3.01 | 2.56 |
| Bachelor’s degree or higher (25+) | 47.8% | 29.2% |
| Median household income | $107,504 | $70,492 |
| People below the poverty level | 6.4% | 11.1% |
Wesley Chapel is younger, with more children and bigger households, than the county overall. Its median household income is about $37,000 higher.
Housing
| Wesley Chapel | Pasco County | |
|---|---|---|
| Housing units | 27,239 | 271,844 |
| Owner-occupied | 77.1% | 75.7% |
| Median home value (owner estimate) | $403,700 | $300,900 |
| Median gross rent | $2,100 | $1,505 |
For current market values, see our home prices guide.
Compared with neighbors
The census-designated places and cities nearest Wesley Chapel, from the same survey:
| Place | Population | Median age | Median household income |
|---|---|---|---|
| Wesley Chapel | 76,011 | 37.1 | $107,504 |
| University (Hillsborough) | 48,127 | 28.0 | $37,207 |
| Land O’ Lakes | 38,910 | 43.1 | $98,568 |
| Temple Terrace (city) | 27,275 | 34.5 | $69,252 |
| Lutz | 27,106 | 41.3 | $120,031 |
| Zephyrhills (city) | 19,668 | 48.8 | $52,108 |
| Thonotosassa | 15,764 | 40.7 | $71,272 |
| Pasadena Hills | 13,505 | 43.1 | $84,821 |
| Pebble Creek | 10,447 | 40.0 | $110,085 |
Wesley Chapel’s 2010-to-2020 growth also outpaced Land O’ Lakes (31,996 to 35,929), Lutz (19,344 to 23,707) and Zephyrhills (13,288 to 17,194).
What this means for you
- For what growth means on the ground, see our road construction and schools guides.
- Census figures are estimates for an area the Bureau defines; your neighborhood may differ.
Frequently asked questions
What is the population of Wesley Chapel, Florida?
About 76,011, according to the Census Bureau’s American Community Survey five-year estimate for 2020 to 2024. The 2020 census counted 64,866 people.
How fast is Wesley Chapel growing?
The census count rose from 44,092 in 2010 to 64,866 in 2020, up 47%. Pasco County as a whole grew 21% over the same decade.
Is Wesley Chapel a city?
No. Wesley Chapel is unincorporated. The Census Bureau counts it as a census-designated place in Pasco County, and Pasco County government provides its services.
What is the median household income in Wesley Chapel?
$107,504, according to the 2020-2024 American Community Survey, compared with $70,492 for Pasco County.
How old are Wesley Chapel residents?
The median age is 37.1, about six years younger than Pasco County’s 43.4. About 24.9% of residents are under 18 and 12.4% are 65 or older.
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