Chumuckla, FL

Florida · Metropolitan Area

Chumuckla is a small town in Florida with a population of 969. Residents earn $106,782 per year, which is 42% above the national average.

4.3 /5.0
A Great
969 Population 48/sq mi density
$106,782 Median Income $52,501 per capita
$298,000 Home Value
$694 Median Rent 9.0% income on rent
65°F Avg Temperature
A
Overall
4.3 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
5.0 / 5.0
$106,782 median income, 0.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$298,000 home value, $694/mo rent
B
Education
3.0 / 5.0
25.5% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $106,782
42% higher than US avg
Home Value $298,000
6% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 25.5%
24% lower than US avg
Median Rent $694
40% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 31.2%
3% lower than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.0%
100% lower than US avg

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

People

Population969
Median Age39.2 yrs
Density48/mi²
Male / Female59% / 41%
Largest GroupWhite 93%
Veterans16.0%

Economy

A+
Median Income$106,782
Per Capita$52,501
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty0.0%
County GDP$7,899M
Commute25 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$298,000
Rent$694
OwnershipN/A
Rent Burden9.0%

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity31.2%
UninsuredN/A
Depression20.9%
Heart Disease5.5%

Climate

Avg Temp65°F
AQI41 (Good)
Rain67.6 in/yr
Elevation181 ft

Education

B
Bachelor's+25.5%
High School+97.9%
School Score5.60

Community

2024 VoteR 75% / D 24%
Commute25 min
Broadband96.1%
Libraries6

Is Chumuckla a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Chumuckla receives an overall livability score of 4.3 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, low unemployment, a low poverty rate, strong internet connectivity. Chumuckla stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Chumuckla is $106,782, which is significantly higher than the national average — 42% above $75,149. This places Chumuckla among higher-income communities. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. Only 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 25 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Chumuckla is $298,000, roughly aligned with the national median of $281,900. Renters pay a median of $694 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.8x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

25.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 97.9% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.6/10.

Climate & Weather

Chumuckla enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 65°F. Winters average 48°F in January while summers reach 80°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 67.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Chumuckla has a population of 969 with a density of 48 people per square mile. The median age is 39.2 years, 1% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (93.3%), with 2.7% Black.

Population

969
Total Population
48
People / sq mi
39.2yrs
Median Age
1% above US avg
20.2mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 58.7%
Female 41.3%

Race & Ethnicity

Chumuckla vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only98.9%
26% above US avg
Spanish1.1%
92% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Chumuckla vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Chumuckla is $106,782, which is 42% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 25 minutes.

Income: Chumuckla vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$106,782
42% above US avg
Per Capita Income$52,501
Avg Weekly Wage$985
IRS Avg AGI$88,416

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate0.0%
100% below US avg
Establishments (County)4,629
County GDP$7,899M

Business (County)

Restaurants272
Healthcare391
Retail411
Manufacturing58

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$5,381
54% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate1.81%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time25.4 min
Drive Alone69.6%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home29.3%

Walkability

The median home value in Chumuckla is $298,000, 6% above the national average. Monthly rent averages $694 (40% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$298,000
6% above US avg
Median List Price$420,300

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$420,300
$/Sq Ft$234
Homes Sold2
Sale-to-List Ratio100.0%
Price Drops11.1%
Inventory9

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$694
40% below US avg
Rent Burden9.0%

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-Occupied90.9%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$5,381
54% above US avg
Effective Rate1.81%
In Chumuckla, 31.2% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 20.9% report depression. 19.2% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity31.2%
3% below US avg
Diabetes9.0%
Heart Disease5.5%
High Blood Pressure31.1%
Asthma9.8%
COPD6.2%
Stroke2.8%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking19.4%
Physical Inactivity19.2%
Depression20.9%
Mental Distress18.8%
Physical Distress13.1%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate92.4%
Checkup Rate76.2%
Premature Death8,239/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.0/10
Exercise Access62.1%
Healthcare Facilities391

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)20
FEMA Disasters91

Safety Score

Chumuckla has an average annual temperature of 65°F (19°C). Winters average 48°F in January while summers reach 80°F in July. Annual precipitation is 67.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Temperature

48°F Jan (9°C) 80°F Jul (27°C)
Annual Average65.3°F
21% above US avg
January Average48°F (9°C)
July Average80°F (27°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall67.6 inches
78% above US avg
Snowfall0.1 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median41.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation181 ft (55 m)
Area20.2 sq mi (52.4 km²)
Population Density48/sq mi
Coordinates30.7881°N, 87.2260°W
County FIPS12113
It is classified as Metro — 250K–1M. 25.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (24% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 51-point margin. 96.1% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 75%
D 24.1%

Winner: Republican by 51 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+25.5%
24% below US avg
High School+97.9%
School Test Score5.60
B Education Grade (3.0/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 2Metro — 250K–1M
Population Density48/sq mi
Total Area20.2 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access96.1%
Public Libraries6
Healthcare Facilities391
Restaurants272
Retail Stores411

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)20
FEMA Disaster Declarations91

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute25.4 min
Drive Alone69.6%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home29.3%

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