Cloud Lake, FL

Florida · Metropolitan Area

Cloud Lake is a small town in Florida with a population of 213. Residents earn $69,886 per year, which is 7% below the national average.

3.6 /5.0
B+ Good
213 Population 4,260/sq mi density
$69,886 Median Income $25,996 per capita
$232,100 Home Value
$1,600 Median Rent 19.4% income on rent
76°F Avg Temperature
B+
Overall
3.6 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.4 / 5.0
$69,886 median income, 1.3% unemployment
A+
Affordability
4.8 / 5.0
$232,100 home value, $1,600/mo rent
D
Education
1.7 / 5.0
8.6% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $69,886
7% lower than US avg
Home Value $232,100
18% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 8.6%
74% lower than US avg
Median Rent $1,600
38% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 27.9%
13% lower than US avg
Unemployment 1.3%
64% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 1.9%
85% lower than US avg

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

People

Population213
Median Age33.0 yrs
Density4,260/mi²
Male / Female75% / 25%
Largest GroupWhite 75%
Veterans1.7%

Economy

A
Median Income$69,886
Per Capita$25,996
Unemployment1.3%
Poverty1.9%
County GDP$140,506M
Commute22 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$232,100
Rent$1,600
OwnershipN/A
Rent Burden19.4%

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity27.9%
UninsuredN/A
Depression16.7%
Heart Disease5.5%

Climate

Avg Temp76°F
AQI41 (Good)
Rain61.8 in/yr
Elevation10 ft

Education

D
Bachelor's+8.6%
High School+94.8%
School Score5.60

Community

2024 VoteR 49% / D 50%
Commute22 min
Broadband62.0%
Libraries33

Is Cloud Lake a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Cloud Lake receives an overall livability score of 3.6 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. Cloud Lake offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Cloud Lake is $69,886, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.3%. Only 1.9% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 22 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Cloud Lake is $232,100, 18% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $1,600 per month, significantly above the national average of $1,163. A price-to-income ratio of 3.3x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Education

8.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 94.8% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.6/10.

Climate & Weather

Cloud Lake has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 76°F. Winters average 66°F in January while summers reach 83°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 61.8 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Cloud Lake has a population of 213 with a density of 4,260 people per square mile. The median age is 33.0 years, 15% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (75.1%).

Population

213
Total Population
4,260
People / sq mi
33.0yrs
Median Age
15% below US avg
0.1mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 74.6%
Female 25.4%

Race & Ethnicity

Cloud Lake vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only67.6%
14% below US avg
Spanish32.4%
142% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Cloud Lake vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Cloud Lake is $69,886, which is 7% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 1.3% (below the 3.6% US average). 1.9% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 22 minutes.

Income: Cloud Lake vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$69,886
7% below US avg
Per Capita Income$25,996
Avg Weekly Wage$1,485
IRS Avg AGI$176,566

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.3%
64% below US avg
Poverty Rate1.9%
85% below US avg
Establishments (County)71,342
County GDP$140,506M

Business (County)

Restaurants3,308
Healthcare6,801
Retail5,605
Manufacturing973

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$15,778
351% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate6.80%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time21.5 min
Drive Alone86.8%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home3.8%

Walkability

The median home value in Cloud Lake is $232,100, 18% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,600 (38% above US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$232,100
18% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,600
38% above US avg
Rent Burden19.4%

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-Occupied74.2%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$15,778
351% above US avg
Effective Rate6.80%
In Cloud Lake, 27.9% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 16.7% report depression. 25.7% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Cloud Lake vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity27.9%
13% below US avg
Diabetes11.4%
Heart Disease5.5%
High Blood Pressure28.7%
Asthma8.8%
COPD5.5%
Stroke2.9%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking16.8%
Physical Inactivity25.7%
Depression16.7%
Mental Distress16.5%
Physical Distress13.1%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate98.2%
Checkup Rate74.1%
Premature Death7,624/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.5/10
Exercise Access95.9%
Healthcare Facilities6,801

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)217

Safety Score

Cloud Lake has an average annual temperature of 76°F (24°C). Winters average 66°F in January while summers reach 83°F in July. Annual precipitation is 61.8 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Temperature

66°F Jan (19°C) 83°F Jul (28°C)
Annual Average75.8°F
40% above US avg
January Average66°F (19°C)
July Average83°F (28°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall61.8 inches
63% above US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median41.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation10 ft (3 m)
Area0.1 sq mi (0.1 km²)
Population Density4,260/sq mi
Coordinates26.6749°N, 80.0715°W
County FIPS12099
It is classified as Metro — 1 million+. 8.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (74% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Democrat by a 0.8-point margin. 62.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 49.2%
D 50%

Winner: Democrat by 0.8 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+8.6%
74% below US avg
High School+94.8%
School Test Score5.60
D Education Grade (1.7/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 1Metro — 1 million+
Population Density4,260/sq mi
Total Area0.1 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access62.0%
Public Libraries33
Healthcare Facilities6,801
Restaurants3,308
Retail Stores5,605

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)217

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute21.5 min
Drive Alone86.8%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home3.8%

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