Median Age
39 Years
Largest Age Group
10-19 Years
Approximately 14% of Residents
Under 20
26%
Over 65
17%
Kathleen, FL Area Guide
Small-town living within close reach of Lakeland
Affordable
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Secluded
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Quiet
Kathleen is a quiet, unincorporated community in Polk County, Florida, positioned between Lakeland and Zephyrhills in the heart of Central Florida. It carries a distinctly small-town character, with wide residential streets, a relaxed pace, and easy access to the conveniences of larger neighboring cities. The surrounding area reflects classic Central Florida geography, with rolling terrain, scattered lakes, and a mix of established and newer residential development.
The local economy draws heavily from Polk County's broader employment base, which includes healthcare, logistics, education, and manufacturing. Florida Polytechnic University and Southeastern University, both in nearby Lakeland, give the region a notable educational presence. Kathleen is also home to Kathleen High School, a long-standing anchor of the community.
The housing mix here leans toward single-family homes, but renters will find apartment communities and townhome-style rentals woven throughout the area, ranging from modest older builds to more recently constructed options. The inventory tends toward low-rise and garden-style layouts rather than high-rises, reflecting the suburban scale of the community. For renters who want space, a slower tempo, and straightforward access to Lakeland or Tampa via I-4 and US-98, Kathleen offers a grounded, no-frills place to call home.
Demographics
Median Household Income
$56,235
Average: $75,165
Education
792
Residents Have a Degree
Job Market
3,015
Workers Employed
Age Distribution
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Housing Distribution
Kathleen has more homeowners than renters.
Renters
22%
Non-Renters
78%
Education Distribution
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Bachelor's or Higher
7%
Other Education
93%
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Getting Around
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Somewhat Walkable
Walkability
20
/ 100
Exceptionally Drivable
Drivability
90
/ 100
Fairly Bikeable
Bikeability
40
/ 100
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Points of Interest
Shopping Centers
Parks and Recreation
- Explorations V Children's Museum
- Hollis Gardens
Commuter Rail
Airports
- Tampa International
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Methodology
† Our analysis of utilities, groceries, transportation, healthcare, home prices, and other goods and services is sourced from the Cost of Living Index, a respected benchmark published by the Council for Community and Economic Research (C2ER) that provides a thorough overview of living expenses across different regions.
Rent data is provided by CoStar Group’s Market Trend reports. As the industry leader in commercial real estate information, analytics, and news, CoStar conducts extensive research to produce and maintain a comprehensive database of commercial real estate information. We combine this data with public record to provide the most up-to-date rental information available.
Consumer goods, services, and home prices are sourced from the Cost of Living Index published by the Council for Community and Economic Research (C2ER). The data on this page is updated quarterly. It was last published in June 2026.
Demographic information comes from Neustar and combines detailed address data with U.S. Census and American Community Survey statistics to produce reliable local estimates.