Auburndale, FL

Florida · Metropolitan Area

Auburndale is a small city in Florida with a population of 17,438. Residents earn $68,267 per year, which is 9% below the national average.

3.0 /5.0
B Good
17,438 Population 1,286/sq mi density
$68,267 Median Income $30,582 per capita
$272,700 Home Value $301,969 Zillow
$1,127 Median Rent
75°F Avg Temperature
256 Violent Crime/100K 5,434 property/100K
B
Overall
3.0 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.1 / 5.0
$68,267 median income, 1.4% unemployment
A
Affordability
4.4 / 5.0
$272,700 home value, $1,127/mo rent
F
Safety
1.0 / 5.0
256 violent crimes/100K (33% below avg)
C
Education
2.3 / 5.0
16.5% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $68,267
9% lower than US avg
Home Value $272,700
3% lower than US avg
Violent Crime 256/100K
33% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 16.5%
51% lower than US avg
Median Rent $1,127
3% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 40.3%
26% higher than US avg
Unemployment 1.4%
61% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 10.7%
14% lower than US avg

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

People

Population17,438
Median Age42.0 yrs
Density1,286/mi²
Male / Female46% / 54%
Largest GroupWhite 70%

Economy

A
Median Income$68,267
Per Capita$30,582
Unemployment1.4%
Poverty10.7%
County GDP$160,400M
Commute30 min

Housing

A
Home Value$272,700
Rent$1,127
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$301,969

Crime

F
Violent256/100K
Property5,434/100K
Murder0.0/100K
Assault145/100K
Burglary1,516/100K

Health

Obesity40.3%
UninsuredN/A
Depression21.6%
Heart Disease6.4%

Climate

Avg Temp75°F
AQI41 (Good)
Rain46.1 in/yr
Elevation158 ft

Education

C
Bachelor's+16.5%
High School+84.1%
School Score5.60

Community

2024 VoteR 43% / D 56%
Commute30 min
Libraries17

Is Auburndale a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Auburndale receives an overall livability score of 3.0 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low unemployment, low crime rates. Areas to be aware of include high obesity rates. Auburndale offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Auburndale is $68,267, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.4%. 10.7% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 30 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Auburndale is $272,700, roughly aligned with the national median of $281,900. Renters pay a median of $1,127 per month. A price-to-income ratio of 4x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Safety & Crime

Violent crime in Auburndale is below the national average at 256 per 100,000 residents (U.S. avg: 380). Property crime occurs at a rate of 5,434 per 100,000, 177% above the national average.

Education

16.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 84.1% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.6/10.

Climate & Weather

Auburndale has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 75°F. Winters average 62°F in January while summers reach 84°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 46.1 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Auburndale has a population of 17,438 with a density of 1,286 people per square mile. The median age is 42.0 years, 8% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (69.8%), with 15.2% Black.

Population

17,438
Total Population
1,286
People / sq mi
42.0yrs
Median Age
8% above US avg
13.6mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 46.2%
Female 53.8%

Race & Ethnicity

Auburndale vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only80.4%
2% above US avg
Spanish19.6%
46% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Auburndale vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Auburndale is $68,267, which is 9% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 1.4% (below the 3.6% US average). 10.7% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 30 minutes.

Income: Auburndale vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$68,267
9% below US avg
Per Capita Income$30,582
Avg Weekly Wage$1,304
IRS Avg AGI$85,905

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.4%
61% below US avg
Poverty Rate10.7%
14% 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 Rate2.89%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time29.9 min
Work from Home10.2%

Walkability

The median home value in Auburndale is $272,700, 3% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,127 (3% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $301,969.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$272,700
3% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$301,969
Median List Price$304,500

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$304,500
$/Sq Ft$187
Homes Sold20
Sale-to-List Ratio96.4%
Price Drops31.2%
Inventory125

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,127
3% below US avg
Zillow Rent (ZORI)$1,999

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-Occupied67.8%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$7,880
125% above US avg
Effective Rate2.89%
In Auburndale, 40.3% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 21.6% report depression. 28.1% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity40.3%
26% above US avg
Diabetes11.4%
Heart Disease6.4%
High Blood Pressure32.5%
Asthma10.7%
COPD7.9%
Stroke3.5%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking17.0%
Physical Inactivity28.1%
Depression21.6%
Mental Distress20.3%
Physical Distress16.0%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate85.1%
Checkup Rate74.9%
Premature Death7,030/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.0/10
Exercise Access91.3%
Healthcare Facilities4,318
Auburndale has a violent crime rate of 256 per 100,000 residents, 33% below the national average of 380. Property crime stands at 5,434 per 100,000 (177% above US avg). The murder rate is 0.0 per 100,000.

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

Violent Crime

Total Violent256.1/100K
33% below US avg
Murder0.0/100K
100% below US avg
Rape27.7/100K
Robbery83.1/100K
Assault145.4/100K

Property Crime

Total Property5,433.7/100K
177% above US avg
Burglary1,515.9/100K
Theft3,793.2/100K
Vehicle Theft124.6/100K
Arson6.9/100K

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)200

Safety Score

Safety GradeF
Safety Score1.0 / 5.0
Auburndale has an average annual temperature of 75°F (24°C). Winters average 62°F in January while summers reach 84°F in July. Annual precipitation is 46.1 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Temperature

62°F Jan (17°C) 84°F Jul (29°C)
Annual Average74.6°F
38% above US avg
January Average62°F (17°C)
July Average84°F (29°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall46.1 inches
21% above US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median41.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation158 ft (48 m)
Area13.6 sq mi (35.1 km²)
Population Density1,286/sq mi
Coordinates28.1100°N, 81.7973°W
County FIPS12095
It is classified as Metro — 1 million+. 16.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (51% below 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+16.5%
51% below US avg
High School+84.1%
School Test Score5.60
C Education Grade (2.3/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 1Metro — 1 million+
Population Density1,286/sq mi
Total Area13.6 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

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 Commute29.9 min
Work from Home10.2%

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