Florida

Walton

75,305
2020 population
1830
first census record
20
census records

About Walton

Walton, Florida, first appears in the United States federal census in 1830, when it recorded a population of 1,207. At the most recent census, in 2020, its population stood at 75,305.

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

On the ground today, one documented military engagement has been recorded within the county, among them First Seminole War - Battle of Bowlegs' Town, and 8 places are listed on the National Register of Historic Places.

Population by decade

Census YearPopulationChart
202075,305
201055,043
200040,601
199027,760
198021,300
197016,087
196015,576
195014,725
194014,246
193014,576
192012,119
191016,460
19009,346
18904,816
18804,201
18703,041
18603,037
18501,817
18401,461
18301,207
Source

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

Battles & engagements in Walton

Military engagements that took place in Walton, Florida.

First Seminole War - Battle of Bowlegs' Town
1818

Historic places in Walton

National Register of Historic Places listings in Walton, Florida.

Chautauqua Hall of Brotherhood
DeFuniak Springs
Biddle, Perry L., House
DeFuniak Springs
Sun Bright
DeFuniak Springs
GOVERNOR STONE (schooner)
Sandestin
DeFuniak Springs Historic District
DeFuniak Springs
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Frequently asked about Walton

When does Walton first appear in the US census?
Walton, Florida first appears in the federal census in 1830, with a recorded population of 1,207.
What is the population of Walton?
At the most recent federal census (2020), Walton had a recorded population of 75,305.
Were any battles fought in Walton?
1 documented military engagement took place in Walton, including First Seminole War - Battle of Bowlegs' Town.
How many historic places are in Walton?
8 sites are listed on the National Register of Historic Places in Walton, Florida.
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