Bokeelia, FL

Florida · Metropolitan Area

Bokeelia is a small town in Florida with a population of 2,136. Residents earn $68,829 per year, which is 8% below the national average.

3.9 /5.0
B+ Good
2,136 Population 239/sq mi density
$68,829 Median Income $50,593 per capita
$328,700 Home Value $374,853 Zillow
$1,116 Median Rent
76°F Avg Temperature
B+
Overall
3.9 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.9 / 5.0
$68,829 median income, 2.3% unemployment
B+
Affordability
4.0 / 5.0
$328,700 home value, $1,116/mo rent
B+
Education
3.7 / 5.0
33.6% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $68,829
8% lower than US avg
Home Value $328,700
17% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 33.6%
0% lower than US avg
Median Rent $1,116
4% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 32.6%
2% higher than US avg
Unemployment 2.3%
36% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 14.1%
14% higher than US avg

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

People

Population2,136
Median Age59.4 yrs
Density239/mi²
Male / Female53% / 47%
Largest GroupWhite 78%

Economy

B+
Median Income$68,829
Per Capita$50,593
Unemployment2.3%
Poverty14.1%
County GDP$9,770M
Commute25 min

Housing

B+
Home Value$328,700
Rent$1,116
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$374,853

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity32.6%
UninsuredN/A
Depression19.4%
Heart Disease6.6%

Climate

Avg Temp76°F
AQI41 (Good)
Rain54.0 in/yr
Elevation7 ft

Education

B+
Bachelor's+33.6%
High School+84.6%
School Score5.60

Community

2024 VoteR 67% / D 33%
Commute25 min
Libraries4

Is Bokeelia a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Bokeelia receives an overall livability score of 3.9 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment. Bokeelia offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Bokeelia is $68,829, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.3%. 14.1% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 25 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Bokeelia is $328,700, 17% above the national median. Renters pay a median of $1,116 per month. A price-to-income ratio of 4.8x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Education

Educational attainment is solid, with 33.6% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 84.6% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.6/10.

Climate & Weather

Bokeelia has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 76°F. Winters average 65°F in January while summers reach 84°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 54.0 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Bokeelia has a population of 2,136 with a density of 239 people per square mile. The median age is 59.4 years, 53% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (78.2%), with 4.5% Hispanic.

Population

2,136
Total Population
239
People / sq mi
59.4yrs
Median Age
53% above US avg
9.0mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 52.7%
Female 47.3%

Race & Ethnicity

Bokeelia vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only80.9%
3% above US avg
Spanish19.1%
43% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Bokeelia vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Bokeelia is $68,829, which is 8% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 2.3% (below the 3.6% US average). 14.1% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 25 minutes.

Income: Bokeelia vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$68,829
8% below US avg
Per Capita Income$50,593
Avg Weekly Wage$1,040
IRS Avg AGI$84,200

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.3%
36% below US avg
Poverty Rate14.1%
14% above US avg
Establishments (County)5,918
County GDP$9,770M

Business (County)

Restaurants317
Healthcare537
Retail617
Manufacturing76

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$7,581
117% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate2.31%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time24.9 min
Work from Home6.3%

Walkability

The median home value in Bokeelia is $328,700, 17% above the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,116 (4% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $374,853.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$328,700
17% above US avg
Zillow ZHVI$374,853
Median List Price$419,900

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$419,900
$/Sq Ft$416
Homes Sold4
Sale-to-List Ratio90.5%
Price Drops23.1%
Inventory39

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,116
4% below 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-Occupied91.4%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$7,581
117% above US avg
Effective Rate2.31%
In Bokeelia, 32.6% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 19.4% report depression. 26.8% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity32.6%
2% above US avg
Diabetes11.6%
Heart Disease6.6%
High Blood Pressure31.9%
Asthma9.5%
COPD7.1%
Stroke3.3%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking17.5%
Physical Inactivity26.8%
Depression19.4%
Mental Distress18.0%
Physical Distress14.4%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate89.9%
Checkup Rate74.7%
Premature Death9,589/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.0/10
Exercise Access83.4%
Healthcare Facilities537

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)33

Safety Score

Bokeelia has an average annual temperature of 76°F (24°C). Winters average 65°F in January while summers reach 84°F in July. Annual precipitation is 54.0 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Temperature

65°F Jan (18°C) 84°F Jul (29°C)
Annual Average75.8°F
40% above US avg
January Average65°F (18°C)
July Average84°F (29°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall54.0 inches
42% above US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median41.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation7 ft (2 m)
Area9.0 sq mi (23.2 km²)
Population Density239/sq mi
Coordinates26.6814°N, 82.1416°W
County FIPS12015
It is classified as Metro — under 250K. 33.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (0% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 34-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 66.7%
D 32.7%

Winner: Republican by 34 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+33.6%
0% below US avg
High School+84.6%
School Test Score5.60
B+ Education Grade (3.7/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 3Metro — under 250K
Population Density239/sq mi
Total Area9.0 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries4
Healthcare Facilities537
Restaurants317
Retail Stores617

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)33

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute24.9 min
Work from Home6.3%

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