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 (2008) | 276,585 |
| Labor Force (Dec. 2008) | 125,281 |
| Unemployment Rate (Dec. 2008) | 10.5% |
| Average Wage Rate (June 2008) | $36,504 |
| ** Sources: Florida Research and Economic Database | |