Downtown Orlando

A lively hub of business, arts, nightlife, and high-rise living at the center of Central Florida.

Welcome To Downtown Orlando

Most people who have been to Orlando haven’t actually been to Orlando, but have hovered in the manufactured unrealities of the city’s famous theme parks. Real Orlando, any local will tell you, is a vibrant, international city with everything going for it. About every fifteen minutes a great new restaurant opens, or a new section of bike trail is paved, or a luxury high-rise gets approval or a nest of swans hatches. Waterbirds are a big thing here.

Though it’s associated with middlebrow entertainment, Orlando is a cosmopolitan place, small enough that neighbors care about each other but big enough that they don’t judge. Even in the heart of downtown, there’s as much foliage as concrete, and you’re more likely to encounter a flock of ibis than a gang of pigeons. Downtown includes not only apartments and condos but bright bungalows and midcentury gems, as well as columned mansions peeking through the Spanish moss in the live oaks.

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Downtown Orlando History & Culture

Orlando was an agricultural town (oranges, pineapples, and celery, mostly), with some light industrial made possible by the railroad. That all changed, of course, when Walt Disney discovered a swamp he could turn into a global empire. With Disney World (and a million other amusements, some even older) came tourists, and the economy has been booming almost ever since. Perhaps because of the theme parks, Orlando has attracted and retained a very creative energy, so arts of all varieties — high- and lowbrow, serious and surreal — are the lifeblood of the community. Buildings are decorated with murals, and playhouses, live music clubs, and art galleries are filled nightly. The downtown doesn’t empty out early like other cities’ “financial districts,” staying alive with its bars and nightclubs until the wee hours.

Downtown Orlando Dining & Shopping

You won’t go hungry in Orlando. Along every major avenue, on the banks of every lake, and tucked into every shopping center are fantastic culinary options that range from formal steakhouses to small family eateries. There’s a farm-to-table revolution going on here, with an army of pastry artisans and cocktail experts manning the ramparts. Every neighborhood has a few local favorites that stay busy all week long, and there’s a list of special-occasion restaurants that one person will never have enough occasions to try.

Shopping is a big-city experience, too. Although it lacks a Rodeo Drive, all the big brands are here to stay front and center for tourists. Retail costs are lower here than in many big cities, and that means that funky little shops — often selling handmade goods — can exist side-by-side with the national chains. You’ll never want for something to buy here, no matter how studiously you avoid the souvenir shops.

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Overview for Downtown Orlando, FL

11,151 people live in Downtown Orlando, where the median age is 37 and the average individual income is $99,406. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau.

11,151

Total Population

37 years

Median Age

High

Population Density Population Density This is the number of people per square mile in a neighborhood.

$99,406

Average individual Income

Around Downtown Orlando, FL

There's plenty to do around Downtown Orlando, including shopping, dining, nightlife, parks, and more. Data provided by Walk Score and Yelp.

89

Very Walkable

Walking Score

84

Very Bikeable

Bike Score

70

Excellent Transit

Transit Score

Points of Interest

Explore popular things to do in the area, including South Orlando Crossfit, Tom's Laser Tag - Orlando, and Go Castaway Fishing Charters.

Name	Category	Distance	Reviews	Ratings by Yelp
Visit the South Orlando Crossfit page on Yelp Search 40 W Illiana St on Google Maps	Active	2.37 miles	16 reviews	5/5 stars
Visit the Tom's Laser Tag - Orlando page on Yelp	Active	0.25 miles	7 reviews	5/5 stars
Visit the Go Castaway Fishing Charters page on Yelp Search 520 Morocco Ave on Google Maps	Active	2.95 miles	9 reviews	5/5 stars
Visit the RAP Fitness page on Yelp Search 1174 Solana Ave on Google Maps	Active	4.51 miles	5 reviews	5/5 stars
Visit the Elementum Jiu Jitsu page on Yelp Search 1154 Solana Ave on Google Maps	Active	4.46 miles	5 reviews	5/5 stars
Visit the Face Place Boutique page on Yelp Search 2515 E South St on Google Maps	Beauty	1.48 miles	5 reviews	5/5 stars
Visit the Colovaria Hair Salon page on Yelp Search 4910 E Colonial Dr on Google Maps	Beauty	2.92 miles	5 reviews	5/5 stars
Visit the Veracity Hair Salon & Beauty Bar page on Yelp Search 538 Virginia Dr on Google Maps	Beauty	1.33 miles	8 reviews	5/5 stars
Visit the The Hive Beauty Bar page on Yelp Search 910 N Mills Ave on Google Maps	Beauty	1.02 miles	5 reviews	5/5 stars
Visit the Jem Hair Studio page on Yelp Search 400 S Orlando Ave on Google Maps	Beauty	3.53 miles	7 reviews	5/5 stars
Visit the Q&A Hair Studio page on Yelp Search 3564 E Colonial Dr on Google Maps	Beauty	2.11 miles	7 reviews	5/5 stars
Visit the Mikah Salon & Urban Galleria page on Yelp Search 3455 Edgewater Dr on Google Maps	Beauty	2.91 miles	5 reviews	5/5 stars
Visit the The Beauty Factorie page on Yelp Search 2017 S Orange Ave on Google Maps	Beauty	1.81 miles	5 reviews	5/5 stars
Visit the The Divine Canvas Tattoos, Photography and Fine... page on Yelp Search 223 N Magnolia Ave on Google Maps	Beauty	0.22 miles	10 reviews	5/5 stars

Demographics and Employment Data for Downtown Orlando, FL

Population Households Employment

Downtown Orlando has 7,159 households, with an average household size of 2. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau. Here’s what the people living in Downtown Orlando do for work — and how long it takes them to get there. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau. 11,151 people call Downtown Orlando home. The population density is 14,512.076 and the largest age group is Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau.

11,151

Total Population

High

Population Density Population Density This is the number of people per square mile in a neighborhood.

37

Median Age

55.75 / 44.24%

Men vs Women

Population by Age Group

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0-9 Years

10-17:

10-17 Years

18-24:

18-24 Years

25-64:

25-64 Years

65-74:

65-74 Years

75+:

75+ Years

Education Level

Less Than 9th Grade
High School Degree
Associate Degree
Bachelor Degree
Graduate Degree

7,159

Total Households

2

Average Household Size

$99,406

Average individual Income

Households with Children

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Marital Status

Married

Single

Divorced

Separated

Blue vs White Collar Workers

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Commute Time

0 to 14 Minutes

15 to 29 Minutes

30 to 59 Minutes

60+ Minutes

Schools in Downtown Orlando, FL

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The following schools are within or nearby Downtown Orlando. The rating and statistics can serve as a starting point to make baseline comparisons on the right schools for your family. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau.

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Downtown Orlando

Welcome To Downtown Orlando

Nearby Neighborhoods:

Downtown Orlando History & Culture

Downtown Orlando Dining & Shopping

Property Listings

$5,990,000

$5,500,000

$3,999,999

$3,850,000

$3,200,000

$3,100,000

$2,650,000

$2,350,000

$2,350,000

Overview for Downtown Orlando, FL

11,151

37 years

High

$99,406

Around Downtown Orlando, FL

89

Very Walkable

84

Very Bikeable

70

Excellent Transit

Points of Interest

Demographics and Employment Data for Downtown Orlando, FL

11,151

High

37

55.75 / 44.24%

7,159

2

$99,406

Schools in Downtown Orlando, FL

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Montverde

Longwood

Lake Mary

Maitland

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