Altamonte Springs, FL

Florida · Metropolitan Area

Altamonte Springs is a mid-size city in Florida with a population of 45,657. Residents earn $64,106 per year, which is 15% below the national average.

3.3 /5.0
B Good
45,657 Population 5,001/sq mi density
$64,106 Median Income $37,437 per capita
$263,600 Home Value $291,754 Zillow
$1,624 Median Rent
74°F Avg Temperature
364 Violent Crime/100K 3,189 property/100K
B
Overall
3.3 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.8 / 5.0
$64,106 median income, 3.6% unemployment
A
Affordability
4.4 / 5.0
$263,600 home value, $1,624/mo rent
F
Safety
1.0 / 5.0
364 violent crimes/100K (4% below avg)
A
Education
4.1 / 5.0
38.9% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $64,106
15% lower than US avg
Home Value $263,600
6% lower than US avg
Violent Crime 364/100K
4% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 38.9%
15% higher than US avg
Median Rent $1,624
40% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 31.2%
3% lower than US avg
Unemployment 3.6%
0% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 9.7%
22% lower than US avg

How Altamonte Springs Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)

People

Population45,657
Median Age36.8 yrs
Density5,001/mi²
Male / Female46% / 54%
Largest GroupWhite 52%

Economy

B+
Median Income$64,106
Per Capita$37,437
Unemployment3.6%
Poverty9.7%
County GDP$160,400M
Commute27 min

Housing

A
Home Value$263,600
Rent$1,624
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$291,754

Crime

F
Violent364/100K
Property3,189/100K
Murder4.7/100K
Assault265/100K
Burglary421/100K

Health

Obesity31.2%
UninsuredN/A
Depression17.1%
Heart Disease5.4%

Climate

Avg Temp74°F
AQI41 (Good)
Rain51.5 in/yr
Elevation82 ft

Education

A
Bachelor's+38.9%
High School+92.5%
School Score5.60

Community

2024 VoteR 43% / D 56%
Commute27 min
EV Stations7
Libraries17

Is Altamonte Springs a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Altamonte Springs receives an overall livability score of 3.3 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include a highly educated population. Altamonte Springs offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Altamonte Springs is $64,106, 15% below the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 3.6%, indicating a healthy job market. 9.7% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 27 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Altamonte Springs is $263,600, roughly aligned with the national median of $281,900. Renters pay a median of $1,624 per month, significantly above the national average of $1,163. A price-to-income ratio of 4.1x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Safety & Crime

Violent crime in Altamonte Springs is below the national average at 364 per 100,000 residents (U.S. avg: 380). Property crime occurs at a rate of 3,189 per 100,000, 63% above the national average.

Education

Educational attainment is solid, with 38.9% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 92.5% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.6/10.

Climate & Weather

Altamonte Springs has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 74°F. Winters average 62°F in January while summers reach 84°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 51.5 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Altamonte Springs has a population of 45,657 with a density of 5,001 people per square mile. The median age is 36.8 years, 5% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (52.1%), with 1.2% Hispanic, 18.6% Black.

Population

45,657
Total Population
5,001
People / sq mi
36.8yrs
Median Age
5% below US avg
9.1mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 45.6%
Female 54.4%

Race & Ethnicity

Altamonte Springs vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only71.2%
9% below US avg
Spanish28.8%
115% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Altamonte Springs vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Altamonte Springs is $64,106, which is 15% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 3.6% (below the 3.6% US average). 9.7% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 27 minutes.

Income: Altamonte Springs vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$64,106
15% below US avg
Per Capita Income$37,437
Avg Weekly Wage$1,304
IRS Avg AGI$85,905

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment3.6%
0% below US avg
Poverty Rate9.7%
22% below US avg
Establishments (County)56,038
County GDP$160,400M

Business (County)

Restaurants3,857
Healthcare4,318
Retail5,138
Manufacturing874

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$7,880
125% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate2.99%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time26.8 min
Work from Home14.9%

Walkability

The median home value in Altamonte Springs is $263,600, 6% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,624 (40% above US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $291,754.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$263,600
6% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$291,754
Median List Price$215,000

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$215,000
$/Sq Ft$182
Homes Sold37
Sale-to-List Ratio96.0%
Price Drops32.2%
Inventory208

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,624
40% above US avg
Zillow Rent (ZORI)$1,560

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$1,212
1 Bedroom$1,296
2 Bedrooms$1,526
3 Bedrooms$1,971
4 Bedrooms$2,261

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied41.8%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$7,880
125% above US avg
Effective Rate2.99%
In Altamonte Springs, 31.2% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 17.1% report depression. 22.8% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Altamonte Springs vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity31.2%
3% below US avg
Diabetes10.7%
Heart Disease5.4%
High Blood Pressure30.6%
Asthma9.6%
COPD5.5%
Stroke2.9%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking16.3%
Physical Inactivity22.8%
Depression17.1%
Mental Distress16.6%
Physical Distress12.4%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate84.7%
Checkup Rate76.9%
Premature Death7,030/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.0/10
Exercise Access91.3%
Healthcare Facilities4,318
Altamonte Springs has a violent crime rate of 364 per 100,000 residents, 4% below the national average of 380. Property crime stands at 3,189 per 100,000 (63% above US avg). The murder rate is 4.7 per 100,000.

Crime Rates: Altamonte Springs vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)

Violent Crime

Total Violent364.1/100K
4% below US avg
Murder4.7/100K
25% below US avg
Rape30.7/100K
Robbery63.8/100K
Assault264.8/100K

Property Crime

Total Property3,189.1/100K
63% above US avg
Burglary420.8/100K
Theft2,588.6/100K
Vehicle Theft179.7/100K
Arson0.0/100K

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)200

Safety Score

Safety GradeF
Safety Score1.0 / 5.0
Altamonte Springs has an average annual temperature of 74°F (23°C). Winters average 62°F in January while summers reach 84°F in July. Annual precipitation is 51.5 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Temperature

62°F Jan (16°C) 84°F Jul (29°C)
Annual Average73.8°F
37% above US avg
January Average62°F (16°C)
July Average84°F (29°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall51.5 inches
35% above US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median41.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation82 ft (25 m)
Area9.1 sq mi (23.6 km²)
Population Density5,001/sq mi
Coordinates28.6610°N, 81.3947°W
County FIPS12095
It is classified as Metro — 1 million+. 38.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (15% above US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Democrat by a 13.6-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 42.5%
D 56.1%

Winner: Democrat by 13.6 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+38.9%
15% above US avg
High School+92.5%
School Test Score5.60
A Education Grade (4.1/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 1Metro — 1 million+
Population Density5,001/sq mi
Total Area9.1 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

EV Charging Stations7
Alt Fuel Stations8
Public Libraries17
Healthcare Facilities4,318
Restaurants3,857
Retail Stores5,138

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)200
F Safety Grade (1.0/5.0)

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute26.8 min
Work from Home14.9%

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