Median Income
$37,115
51% lower than US avg
Home Value
$64,300
77% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+
2.0%
94% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate
34.5%
7% higher than US avg
Unemployment
11.8%
228% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate
7.3%
41% lower than US avg
How Bitter Springs Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Population435
Median Age34.6 yrs
Density54/mi²
Male / Female48% / 52%
Largest GroupWhite 0%
Economy
C
Median Income$37,115
Per Capita$20,551
Unemployment11.8%
Poverty7.3%
County GDP$586M
Commute28 min
Housing
A+
Home Value$64,300
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Health
Obesity34.5%
UninsuredN/A
Depression26.1%
Heart Disease8.7%
Climate
Avg Temp63°F
AQI45 (Good)
Rain7.5 in/yr
Elevation5,604 ft
Education
F
Bachelor's+2.0%
High School+59.4%
School Score4.62
Community
2024 VoteR 73% / D 25%
Commute28 min
Libraries1
Is Bitter Springs a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, Bitter Springs receives an overall livability score of 2.9 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include affordable housing, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, below-average incomes. Bitter Springs has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.
Economy & Jobs
The median household income in Bitter Springs is $37,115, 51% below the national average of $75,149. At 11.8%, unemployment is notably high. Only 7.3% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 28 minutes.
Cost of Living & Housing
The median home value in Bitter Springs is $64,300, 77% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. At just 1.7x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.
Education
2.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 59.4% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.6/10.
Climate & Weather
Bitter Springs enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 63°F. Winters average 39°F in January while summers reach 89°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 7.5 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 45.
Bitter Springs has a population of 435 with a density of 54 people per square mile. The median age is 34.6 years, 11% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly Hispanic (97.9%), with 95.2% Asian.
Population
34.6yrs
Median Age
11% below US avg
Race & Ethnicity
Bitter Springs vs U.S. Average
Language Spoken at Home
| English Only | 36.6% |
| 53% below US avg |
| Spanish | 63.4% |
| 373% above US avg |
Social Characteristics
Bitter Springs vs U.S. Average
The median household income in Bitter Springs is $37,115, which is 51% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 11.8% (above the 3.6% US average). 7.3% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 28 minutes.
Income: Bitter Springs vs U.S.
Income
| Median HH Income | $37,115 |
| 51% below US avg |
| Per Capita Income | $20,551 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $844 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $68,995 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 11.8% |
| 228% above US avg |
| Poverty Rate | 7.3% |
| 41% below US avg |
| Establishments (County) | 438 |
| County GDP | $586M |
Business (County)
| Restaurants | 65 |
| Healthcare | 19 |
| Retail | 45 |
| Manufacturing | 9 |
Tax & Cost of Living
| Property Tax (IRS) | $2,894 |
| 17% below US avg |
| Effective Tax Rate | 4.50% |
Commute & Transportation
| Commute Time | 27.9 min |
| Work from Home | 0.0% |
The median home value in Bitter Springs is $64,300, 77% below the national average.
Home Values
| Census Median | $64,300 |
| 77% below US avg |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
Rental Costs
HUD Fair Market Rent
| Studio | $1,053 |
| 1 Bedroom | $1,151 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1,419 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,889 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $2,158 |
Ownership & Property
Property Tax
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $2,894 |
| 17% below US avg |
| Effective Rate | 4.50% |
In Bitter Springs, 34.5% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 26.1% report depression. 30.7% are physically inactive.
Health Metrics: Bitter Springs vs U.S. Average (%)
Chronic Conditions
| Obesity | 34.5% |
| 7% above US avg |
| Diabetes | 18.1% |
| Heart Disease | 8.7% |
| High Blood Pressure | 37.0% |
| Asthma | 16.9% |
| COPD | 13.5% |
| Stroke | 6.4% |
Behaviors & Mental Health
| |
| Binge Drinking | 12.9% |
| Physical Inactivity | 30.7% |
| Depression | 26.1% |
| Mental Distress | 26.6% |
| Physical Distress | 23.4% |
Healthcare Access
| Insurance Rate | 78.6% |
| |
| Checkup Rate | 68.6% |
| Premature Death | 7,263/100K |
Food & Exercise
| Food Environment | 6.6/10 |
| Exercise Access | 79.5% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 19 |
Crime Rates: Bitter Springs vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)
Traffic Safety
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 4 |
Safety Score
Bitter Springs has an average annual temperature of 63°F (17°C). Winters average 39°F in January while summers reach 89°F in July. Annual precipitation is 7.5 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 45.
Temperature
39°F Jan (4°C)
89°F Jul (31°C)
| Annual Average | 63.1°F |
| 17% above US avg |
| January Average | 39°F (4°C) |
| July Average | 89°F (31°C) |
Precipitation & Snow
| Annual Rainfall | 7.5 inches |
| 80% below US avg |
| Snowfall | 0.3 inches/yr |
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 45.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Geography
| Elevation | 5,604 ft (1,708 m) |
| Area | 8.0 sq mi (20.8 km²) |
| Population Density | 54/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 36.6117°N, 111.6475°W |
| County FIPS | 49025 |