Apalachicola, FL

Florida

Apalachicola is a small town in Florida with a population of 2,304. Residents earn $61,083 per year, which is 19% below the national average.

3.3 /5.0
B Good
2,304 Population 1,194/sq mi density
$61,083 Median Income $39,093 per capita
$247,900 Home Value $281,834 Zillow
$1,235 Median Rent
69°F Avg Temperature
132 Violent Crime/100K 1,412 property/100K
B
Overall
3.3 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.0 / 5.0
$61,083 median income, 3.4% unemployment
A
Affordability
4.4 / 5.0
$247,900 home value, $1,235/mo rent
F
Safety
1.0 / 5.0
132 violent crimes/100K (65% below avg)
B+
Education
3.6 / 5.0
32.9% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $61,083
19% lower than US avg
Home Value $247,900
12% lower than US avg
Violent Crime 132/100K
65% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 32.9%
2% lower than US avg
Median Rent $1,235
6% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 32.9%
2% higher than US avg
Unemployment 3.4%
6% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 3.4%
73% lower than US avg

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

People

Population2,304
Median Age51.8 yrs
Density1,194/mi²
Male / Female47% / 53%
Largest GroupWhite 64%

Economy

A
Median Income$61,083
Per Capita$39,093
Unemployment3.4%
Poverty3.4%
County GDP$506M
Commute19 min

Housing

A
Home Value$247,900
Rent$1,235
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$281,834

Crime

F
Violent132/100K
Property1,412/100K
Murder0.0/100K
Assault132/100K
Burglary353/100K

Health

Obesity32.9%
UninsuredN/A
Depression19.0%
Heart Disease5.6%

Climate

Avg Temp69°F
AQI41 (Good)
Rain57.9 in/yr
Elevation16 ft

Education

B+
Bachelor's+32.9%
High School+85.5%
School Score5.60

Community

2024 VoteR 71% / D 28%
Commute19 min
EV Stations2
Libraries3

Is Apalachicola a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Apalachicola receives an overall livability score of 3.3 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low unemployment, low crime rates, affordable housing, a low poverty rate. Apalachicola offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Apalachicola is $61,083, 19% below the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 3.4%, indicating a healthy job market. Only 3.4% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 19 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Apalachicola is $247,900, 12% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $1,235 per month. A price-to-income ratio of 4.1x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Safety & Crime

Apalachicola is a very safe community with a violent crime rate of 132 per 100,000 residents — well below the national average of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 1,412 per 100,000, 28% below the national average.

Education

32.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 85.5% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.6/10.

Climate & Weather

Apalachicola enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 69°F. Winters average 54°F in January while summers reach 83°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 57.9 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Apalachicola has a population of 2,304 with a density of 1,194 people per square mile. The median age is 51.8 years, 33% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (64.1%), with 27% Black.

Population

2,304
Total Population
1,194
People / sq mi
51.8yrs
Median Age
33% above US avg
1.9mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 46.7%
Female 53.3%

Race & Ethnicity

Apalachicola vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only96.5%
23% above US avg
Spanish3.5%
74% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Apalachicola vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Apalachicola is $61,083, which is 19% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 3.4% (below the 3.6% US average). 3.4% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 19 minutes.

Income: Apalachicola vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$61,083
19% below US avg
Per Capita Income$39,093
Avg Weekly Wage$844
IRS Avg AGI$96,342

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment3.4%
6% below US avg
Poverty Rate3.4%
73% below US avg
Establishments (County)426
County GDP$506M

Business (County)

Restaurants45
Healthcare20
Retail71

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$7,708
120% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate3.11%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time18.5 min
Work from Home4.4%

Walkability

The median home value in Apalachicola is $247,900, 12% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,235 (6% above US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $281,834.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$247,900
12% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$281,834

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,235
6% above US avg

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-Occupied61.6%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$7,708
120% above US avg
Effective Rate3.11%
In Apalachicola, 32.9% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 19.0% report depression. 25.7% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Apalachicola vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity32.9%
2% above US avg
Diabetes11.0%
Heart Disease5.6%
High Blood Pressure35.0%
Asthma10.7%
COPD6.7%
Stroke3.2%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking16.3%
Physical Inactivity25.7%
Depression19.0%
Mental Distress18.9%
Physical Distress13.7%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate79.4%
Checkup Rate77.1%
Premature Death10,085/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.7/10
Exercise Access70.9%
Healthcare Facilities20
Apalachicola has a violent crime rate of 132 per 100,000 residents, 65% below the national average of 380. Property crime stands at 1,412 per 100,000 (28% below US avg). The murder rate is 0.0 per 100,000.

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

Violent Crime

Total Violent132.4/100K
65% below US avg
Murder0.0/100K
100% below US avg
Rape0.0/100K
Robbery0.0/100K
Assault132.4/100K

Property Crime

Total Property1,412.2/100K
28% below US avg
Burglary353.1/100K
Theft970.9/100K
Vehicle Theft88.3/100K
Arson0.0/100K

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)2

Safety Score

Safety GradeF
Safety Score1.0 / 5.0
Apalachicola has an average annual temperature of 69°F (21°C). Winters average 54°F in January while summers reach 83°F in July. Annual precipitation is 57.9 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Temperature

54°F Jan (12°C) 83°F Jul (28°C)
Annual Average69.4°F
29% above US avg
January Average54°F (12°C)
July Average83°F (28°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall57.9 inches
52% above US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median41.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation16 ft (5 m)
Area1.9 sq mi (5.0 km²)
Population Density1,194/sq mi
Coordinates29.7274°N, 84.9940°W
County FIPS12037
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent. 32.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (2% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 43.8-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 71.5%
D 27.7%

Winner: Republican by 43.8 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+32.9%
2% below US avg
High School+85.5%
School Test Score5.60
B+ Education Grade (3.6/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 8Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent
Population Density1,194/sq mi
Total Area1.9 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

EV Charging Stations2
Alt Fuel Stations2
Public Libraries3
Healthcare Facilities20
Restaurants45
Retail Stores71

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)2
F Safety Grade (1.0/5.0)

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute18.5 min
Work from Home4.4%

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