Florida

Osceola

388,656
2020 population
1890
first census record
14
census records

About Osceola

Osceola, Florida, first appears in the United States federal census in 1890, when it recorded a population of 3,133. At the most recent census, in 2020, its population stood at 388,656.

The county's recorded population has risen across the decades to its highest level in 2020.

On the ground today, 2 documented military engagements have been recorded within the county, among them Battle of Kissimmee River 1837, Battle of Lake Tohopekaliga 1841, and 11 places are listed on the National Register of Historic Places.

Population by decade

Census YearPopulationChart
2020388,656
2010268,685
2000172,493
1990107,728
198049,287
197025,267
196019,029
195011,406
194010,119
193010,699
19207,195
19105,507
19003,444
18903,133
Source

Population data from the United States decennial census, U.S. Census Bureau (public domain).

Battles & engagements in Osceola

Military engagements that took place in Osceola, Florida.

Battle of Kissimmee River 1837
1837
Battle of Lake Tohopekaliga 1841
1841

Historic places in Osceola

National Register of Historic Places listings in Osceola, Florida.

Osceola County Courthouse
Kissimmee
First United Methodist Church
Kissimmee
Veterans Memorial Library and Woman's Club of St. Cloud Auditorium
St. Cloud
St. Cloud Depot
St. Cloud
Desert Inn
Yeehaw Junction
Old Holy Redeemer Catholic Church
Kissimmee
Grand Army of the Republic Memorial Hall
St. Cloud
Monument of States
Kissimmee
Colonial Estate
Kissimmee
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Frequently asked about Osceola

When does Osceola first appear in the US census?
Osceola, Florida first appears in the federal census in 1890, with a recorded population of 3,133.
What is the population of Osceola?
At the most recent federal census (2020), Osceola had a recorded population of 388,656.
Were any battles fought in Osceola?
2 documented military engagements took place in Osceola, including Battle of Kissimmee River 1837, Battle of Lake Tohopekaliga 1841.
How many historic places are in Osceola?
11 sites are listed on the National Register of Historic Places in Osceola, Florida.
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