Black Hammock, FL

Florida · Metropolitan Area

Black Hammock is a small town in Florida with a population of 1,194.

3.3 /5.0
B Good
1,194 Population 107/sq mi density
N/A Median Income $41,381 per capita
$278,400 Home Value
N/A Median Rent
73°F Avg Temperature
B
Overall
3.3 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Education
3.3 / 5.0
28.3% bachelor's degree or higher
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

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/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

1,194
Total Population
107
People / sq mi
61.4yrs
Median Age
58% above US avg
11.1mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 66.2%
Female 33.8%

Race & Ethnicity

Black Hammock vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only73.2%
7% below US avg
Spanish26.8%
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.

Commute Mode

Income

Per Capita Income$41,381
Avg Weekly Wage$1,259
IRS Avg AGI$88,774

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment5.0%
39% above US avg
Poverty Rate10.1%
19% below US avg
Establishments (County)18,029
County GDP$34,435M

Business (County)

Restaurants1,017
Healthcare1,605
Retail1,669
Manufacturing395

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$5,998
71% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate2.15%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time23.3 min
Work from Home20.6%

Walkability

The median home value in Black Hammock is $278,400, 1% below the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

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

Owner-Occupied98.4%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$5,998
71% above US avg
Effective Rate2.15%
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

Obesity25.8%
20% below US avg
Diabetes7.5%
Heart Disease4.5%
High Blood Pressure26.2%
Asthma9.0%
COPD4.2%
Stroke2.1%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking19.5%
Physical Inactivity15.5%
Depression17.7%
Mental Distress15.0%
Physical Distress9.8%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate96.8%
Checkup Rate76.2%
Premature Death7,002/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.4/10
Exercise Access92.9%
Healthcare Facilities1,605

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

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 Average73.2°F
36% above US avg
January Average60°F (16°C)
July Average84°F (29°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall49.6 inches
31% above US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median41.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation11 ft (3 m)
Area11.1 sq mi (28.8 km²)
Population Density107/sq mi
Coordinates28.7060°N, 81.1773°W
County FIPS12117
It is classified as Metro — 1 million+. 28.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (16% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 3.6-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 51.1%
D 47.6%

Winner: Republican by 3.6 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+28.3%
16% below US avg
High School+95.5%
School Test Score5.60
B Education Grade (3.3/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 1Metro — 1 million+
Population Density107/sq mi
Total Area11.1 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries6
Healthcare Facilities1,605
Restaurants1,017
Retail Stores1,669

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)49

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute23.3 min
Work from Home20.6%

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