Florida · Metropolitan Area
Branford is a small town in Florida with a population of 929. Residents earn $40,766 per year, which is 46% below the national average.
Based on current data, Branford receives an overall livability score of 3.1 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes, long commute times. Branford offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.
The median household income in Branford is $40,766, 46% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.6%. The poverty rate of 19.9% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 39 minutes, longer than the typical American commute of 28 minutes.
The median home value in Branford is $106,900, 62% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $825 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.6x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.
3.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 90.6% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.6/10.
Branford enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 68°F. Winters average 53°F in January while summers reach 80°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 54.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.
| English Only | 96.0% |
| 22% above US avg | |
| Spanish | 4.0% |
| 70% below US avg |
| Median HH Income | $40,766 |
| 46% below US avg | |
| Per Capita Income | $29,559 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $901 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $62,014 |
| Unemployment | 2.6% |
| 28% below US avg | |
| Poverty Rate | 19.9% |
| 60% above US avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 394 |
| County GDP | $576M |
| Restaurants | 24 |
| Healthcare | 24 |
| Retail | 37 |
| Manufacturing | 7 |
| Property Tax (IRS) | $4,311 |
| 23% above US avg | |
| Effective Tax Rate | 4.03% |
| Commute Time | 38.6 min |
| Drive Alone | 96.0% |
| Public Transit | 0.0% |
| Work from Home | 1.0% |
| Census Median | $106,900 |
| 62% below US avg | |
| Zillow ZHVI | $261,007 |
| Census Median Rent | $825 |
| 29% below US avg | |
| Rent Burden | 26.7% |
| Studio | $1,212 |
| 1 Bedroom | $1,296 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1,526 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,971 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $2,261 |
| Owner-Occupied | 53.7% |
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $4,311 |
| 23% above US avg | |
| Effective Rate | 4.03% |
| Obesity | 37.8% |
| 18% above US avg | |
| Diabetes | 11.5% |
| Heart Disease | 6.5% |
| High Blood Pressure | 33.4% |
| Asthma | 10.8% |
| COPD | 8.7% |
| Stroke | 3.5% |
| Binge Drinking | 16.5% |
| Physical Inactivity | 30.9% |
| Depression | 22.0% |
| Mental Distress | 20.9% |
| Physical Distress | 16.3% |
| Insurance Rate | 76.7% |
| Checkup Rate | 74.1% |
| Premature Death | 10,657/100K |
| Food Environment | 8.4/10 |
| Exercise Access | 48.7% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 24 |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 3 |
| Annual Average | 67.7°F |
| 25% above US avg | |
| January Average | 53°F (11°C) |
| July Average | 80°F (27°C) |
| Annual Rainfall | 54.4 inches |
| 43% above US avg |
| AQI Median | 41.0 |
| Rating | Good |
| Elevation | 36 ft (11 m) |
| Area | 1.1 sq mi (3.0 km²) |
| Population Density | 815/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 29.9623°N, 82.9243°W |
| County FIPS | 12041 |
Winner: Republican by 68 points
| Bachelor's Degree+ | 3.7% |
| 89% below US avg | |
| High School+ | 90.6% |
| School Test Score | 5.60 |
| RUCC Code 2 | Metro — 250K–1M |
| Population Density | 815/sq mi |
| Total Area | 1.1 sq mi |
| Broadband Access | 79.5% |
| Public Libraries | 1 |
| Healthcare Facilities | 24 |
| Restaurants | 24 |
| Retail Stores | 37 |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 3 |
| Avg Commute | 38.6 min |
| Drive Alone | 96.0% |
| Public Transit | 0.0% |
| Work from Home | 1.0% |