Berkshire Lakes, FL

Florida · Metropolitan Area

Berkshire Lakes is a small town in Florida with a population of 2,493. Residents earn $74,250 per year, which is 1% below the national average.

4.3 /5.0
A Great
2,493 Population 3,777/sq mi density
$74,250 Median Income $47,234 per capita
$323,300 Home Value
$2,192 Median Rent
74°F Avg Temperature
A
Overall
4.3 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
4.5 / 5.0
$74,250 median income, 0.5% unemployment
A
Affordability
4.2 / 5.0
$323,300 home value, $2,192/mo rent
A
Education
4.2 / 5.0
40.6% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $74,250
1% lower than US avg
Home Value $323,300
15% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 40.6%
20% higher than US avg
Median Rent $2,192
88% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 28.1%
12% lower than US avg
Unemployment 0.5%
86% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 4.7%
62% lower than US avg

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

People

Population2,493
Median Age58.4 yrs
Density3,777/mi²
Male / Female45% / 55%
Largest GroupWhite 88%

Economy

A+
Median Income$74,250
Per Capita$47,234
Unemployment0.5%
Poverty4.7%
County GDP$36,077M
Commute18 min

Housing

A
Home Value$323,300
Rent$2,192
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity28.1%
UninsuredN/A
Depression19.0%
Heart Disease5.5%

Climate

Avg Temp74°F
AQI41 (Good)
Rain61.3 in/yr
Elevation11 ft

Education

A
Bachelor's+40.6%
High School+91.4%
School Score5.60

Community

2024 VoteR 66% / D 33%
Commute18 min
Libraries10

Is Berkshire Lakes a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Berkshire Lakes receives an overall livability score of 4.3 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include low unemployment, a highly educated population, a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. Berkshire Lakes stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Berkshire Lakes is $74,250, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.5%. Only 4.7% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 18 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Berkshire Lakes is $323,300, 15% above the national median. Renters pay a median of $2,192 per month, significantly above the national average of $1,163. A price-to-income ratio of 4.4x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Education

Educational attainment is solid, with 40.6% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 91.4% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.6/10.

Climate & Weather

Berkshire Lakes has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 74°F. Winters average 63°F in January while summers reach 81°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 61.3 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Berkshire Lakes has a population of 2,493 with a density of 3,777 people per square mile. The median age is 58.4 years, 50% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (88.3%).

Population

2,493
Total Population
3,777
People / sq mi
58.4yrs
Median Age
50% above US avg
0.7mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 44.6%
Female 55.4%

Race & Ethnicity

Berkshire Lakes vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only80.5%
3% above US avg
Spanish19.5%
46% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Berkshire Lakes vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Berkshire Lakes is $74,250, which is 1% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.5% (below the 3.6% US average). 4.7% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 18 minutes.

Income: Berkshire Lakes vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$74,250
1% below US avg
Per Capita Income$47,234
Avg Weekly Wage$1,308
IRS Avg AGI$231,960

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.5%
86% below US avg
Poverty Rate4.7%
62% below US avg
Establishments (County)18,444
County GDP$36,077M

Business (County)

Restaurants951
Healthcare1,346
Retail1,506
Manufacturing224

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$16,576
374% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate5.13%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time18.0 min
Work from Home16.3%

Walkability

The median home value in Berkshire Lakes is $323,300, 15% above the national average. Monthly rent averages $2,192 (88% above US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$323,300
15% above US avg
Median List Price$329,000

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$329,000
$/Sq Ft$272
Homes Sold7
Sale-to-List Ratio96.4%
Price Drops34.9%
Inventory43

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$2,192
88% 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-Occupied84.2%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$16,576
374% above US avg
Effective Rate5.13%
In Berkshire Lakes, 28.1% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 19.0% report depression. 21.7% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Berkshire Lakes vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity28.1%
12% below US avg
Diabetes9.3%
Heart Disease5.5%
High Blood Pressure28.5%
Asthma9.6%
COPD6.1%
Stroke2.8%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking16.6%
Physical Inactivity21.7%
Depression19.0%
Mental Distress17.6%
Physical Distress12.8%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate95.2%
Checkup Rate74.4%
Premature Death6,600/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.2/10
Exercise Access91.6%
Healthcare Facilities1,346

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)42
FEMA Disasters91

Safety Score

Berkshire Lakes has an average annual temperature of 74°F (23°C). Winters average 63°F in January while summers reach 81°F in July. Annual precipitation is 61.3 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Temperature

63°F Jan (17°C) 81°F Jul (27°C)
Annual Average73.5°F
36% above US avg
January Average63°F (17°C)
July Average81°F (27°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall61.3 inches
61% above US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median41.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation11 ft (3 m)
Area0.7 sq mi (1.7 km²)
Population Density3,777/sq mi
Coordinates26.1616°N, 81.7285°W
County FIPS12021
It is classified as Metro — 250K–1M. 40.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (20% above US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 33.1-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 66.2%
D 33.2%

Winner: Republican by 33.1 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+40.6%
20% above US avg
High School+91.4%
School Test Score5.60
A Education Grade (4.2/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 2Metro — 250K–1M
Population Density3,777/sq mi
Total Area0.7 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries10
Healthcare Facilities1,346
Restaurants951
Retail Stores1,506

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)42
FEMA Disaster Declarations91

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute18.0 min
Work from Home16.3%

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