Home Value
$278,400
1% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+
28.3%
16% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate
25.8%
20% lower than US avg
Unemployment
5.0%
39% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate
10.1%
19% lower than US avg
How Black Hammock Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Population1,194
Median Age61.4 yrs
Density107/mi²
Male / Female66% / 34%
Largest GroupWhite 69%
Economy
Median IncomeN/A
Per Capita$41,381
Unemployment5.0%
Poverty10.1%
County GDP$34,435M
Commute23 min
Housing
Home Value$278,400
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Health
Obesity25.8%
UninsuredN/A
Depression17.7%
Heart Disease4.5%
Climate
Avg Temp73°F
AQI41 (Good)
Rain49.6 in/yr
Elevation11 ft
Education
B
Bachelor's+28.3%
High School+95.5%
School Score5.60
Community
2024 VoteR 51% / D 48%
Commute23 min
Libraries6
Is Black Hammock a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, Black Hammock receives an overall livability score of 3.3 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include high health insurance coverage. Black Hammock offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.
Economy & Jobs
The unemployment rate of 5.0% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. 10.1% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 23 minutes.
Cost of Living & Housing
The median home value in Black Hammock is $278,400, roughly aligned with the national median of $281,900.
Education
28.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 95.5% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.6/10.
Climate & Weather
Black Hammock has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 73°F. Winters average 60°F in January while summers reach 84°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 49.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.
Black Hammock has a population of 1,194 with a density of 107 people per square mile. The median age is 61.4 years, 58% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (69.2%), with 2.8% Hispanic, 5.3% Black.
Population
61.4yrs
Median Age
58% above US avg
Race & Ethnicity
Black Hammock vs U.S. Average
Language Spoken at Home
| English Only | 73.2% |
| 7% below US avg |
| Spanish | 26.8% |
| 100% above US avg |
Social Characteristics
Black Hammock vs U.S. Average
The median household income in Black Hammock is N/A. The unemployment rate is 5.0% (above the 3.6% US average). 10.1% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 23 minutes.
Income: Black Hammock vs U.S.
Income
| |
| Per Capita Income | $41,381 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $1,259 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $88,774 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 5.0% |
| 39% above US avg |
| Poverty Rate | 10.1% |
| 19% below US avg |
| Establishments (County) | 18,029 |
| County GDP | $34,435M |
Business (County)
| Restaurants | 1,017 |
| Healthcare | 1,605 |
| Retail | 1,669 |
| Manufacturing | 395 |
Tax & Cost of Living
| Property Tax (IRS) | $5,998 |
| 71% above US avg |
| Effective Tax Rate | 2.15% |
Commute & Transportation
| Commute Time | 23.3 min |
| Work from Home | 20.6% |
The median home value in Black Hammock is $278,400, 1% below the national average.
Home Values
| Census Median | $278,400 |
| 1% below US avg |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
Rental Costs
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
Property Tax
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $5,998 |
| 71% above US avg |
| Effective Rate | 2.15% |
In Black Hammock, 25.8% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 17.7% report depression. 15.5% are physically inactive.
Health Metrics: Black Hammock vs U.S. Average (%)
Chronic Conditions
| Obesity | 25.8% |
| 20% below US avg |
| Diabetes | 7.5% |
| Heart Disease | 4.5% |
| High Blood Pressure | 26.2% |
| Asthma | 9.0% |
| COPD | 4.2% |
| Stroke | 2.1% |
Behaviors & Mental Health
| |
| Binge Drinking | 19.5% |
| Physical Inactivity | 15.5% |
| Depression | 17.7% |
| Mental Distress | 15.0% |
| Physical Distress | 9.8% |
Healthcare Access
| Insurance Rate | 96.8% |
| |
| Checkup Rate | 76.2% |
| Premature Death | 7,002/100K |
Food & Exercise
| Food Environment | 8.4/10 |
| Exercise Access | 92.9% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 1,605 |
Crime Rates: Black Hammock vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)
Traffic Safety
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 49 |
Safety Score
Black Hammock has an average annual temperature of 73°F (23°C). Winters average 60°F in January while summers reach 84°F in July. Annual precipitation is 49.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.
Temperature
60°F Jan (16°C)
84°F Jul (29°C)
| Annual Average | 73.2°F |
| 36% above US avg |
| January Average | 60°F (16°C) |
| July Average | 84°F (29°C) |
Precipitation & Snow
| Annual Rainfall | 49.6 inches |
| 31% above US avg |
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 41.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Geography
| Elevation | 11 ft (3 m) |
| Area | 11.1 sq mi (28.8 km²) |
| Population Density | 107/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 28.7060°N, 81.1773°W |
| County FIPS | 12117 |