Cross City, FL

Florida

Cross City is a small town in Florida with a population of 2,260. Residents earn $43,958 per year, which is 42% below the national average.

2.8 /5.0
C+ Fair
2,260 Population 1,222/sq mi density
$43,958 Median Income $25,401 per capita
$95,300 Home Value $148,391 Zillow
$778 Median Rent
68°F Avg Temperature
296 Violent Crime/100K 3,132 property/100K
C+
Overall
2.8 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.4 / 5.0
$43,958 median income, 0.3% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$95,300 home value, $778/mo rent
F
Safety
1.0 / 5.0
296 violent crimes/100K (22% below avg)
D
Education
2.0 / 5.0
12.2% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $43,958
42% lower than US avg
Home Value $95,300
66% lower than US avg
Violent Crime 296/100K
22% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 12.2%
64% lower than US avg
Median Rent $778
33% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 36.2%
13% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.3%
92% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 14.5%
17% higher than US avg

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

People

Population2,260
Median Age39.9 yrs
Density1,222/mi²
Male / Female45% / 55%
Largest GroupWhite 73%

Economy

B
Median Income$43,958
Per Capita$25,401
Unemployment0.3%
Poverty14.5%
County GDP$426M
Commute18 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$95,300
Rent$778
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$148,391

Crime

F
Violent296/100K
Property3,132/100K
Murder59.1/100K
Assault177/100K
Burglary414/100K

Health

Obesity36.2%
UninsuredN/A
Depression21.9%
Heart Disease7.1%

Climate

Avg Temp68°F
AQI41 (Good)
Rain57.9 in/yr
Elevation41 ft

Education

D
Bachelor's+12.2%
High School+92.3%
School Score5.60

Community

2024 VoteR 85% / D 15%
Commute18 min
Libraries3

Is Cross City a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Cross City receives an overall livability score of 2.8 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include low unemployment, low crime rates, affordable housing. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes. Cross City has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Cross City is $43,958, 42% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.3%. 14.5% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 18 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Cross City is $95,300, 66% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $778 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.2x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Safety & Crime

Violent crime in Cross City is below the national average at 296 per 100,000 residents (U.S. avg: 380). Property crime occurs at a rate of 3,132 per 100,000, 60% above the national average.

Education

12.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 92.3% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.6/10.

Climate & Weather

Cross City enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 68°F. Winters average 53°F in January while summers reach 81°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 57.9 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Cross City has a population of 2,260 with a density of 1,222 people per square mile. The median age is 39.9 years, 3% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (72.7%), with 11.2% Hispanic, 12.2% Black.

Population

2,260
Total Population
1,222
People / sq mi
39.9yrs
Median Age
3% above US avg
1.9mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 45.3%
Female 54.7%

Race & Ethnicity

Cross City vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only92.8%
18% above US avg
Spanish7.2%
46% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Cross City vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Cross City is $43,958, which is 42% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.3% (below the 3.6% US average). 14.5% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 18 minutes.

Income: Cross City vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$43,958
42% below US avg
Per Capita Income$25,401
Avg Weekly Wage$878
IRS Avg AGI$47,428

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.3%
92% below US avg
Poverty Rate14.5%
17% above US avg
Establishments (County)284
County GDP$426M

Business (County)

Restaurants23
Healthcare9
Retail43
Manufacturing11

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$3,129
11% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate3.28%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time18.0 min
Work from Home3.2%

Walkability

The median home value in Cross City is $95,300, 66% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $778 (33% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $148,391.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$95,300
66% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$148,391

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$778
33% 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-Occupied80.3%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$3,129
11% below US avg
Effective Rate3.28%
In Cross City, 36.2% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 21.9% report depression. 31.4% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Cross City vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity36.2%
13% above US avg
Diabetes13.1%
Heart Disease7.1%
High Blood Pressure36.9%
Asthma11.6%
COPD9.6%
Stroke4.1%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking15.3%
Physical Inactivity31.4%
Depression21.9%
Mental Distress22.6%
Physical Distress16.9%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate85.3%
Checkup Rate74.5%
Premature Death12,583/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.6/10
Exercise Access34.7%
Healthcare Facilities9
Cross City has a violent crime rate of 296 per 100,000 residents, 22% below the national average of 380. Property crime stands at 3,132 per 100,000 (60% above US avg). The murder rate is 59.1 per 100,000.

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

Violent Crime

Total Violent295.5/100K
22% below US avg
Murder59.1/100K
838% above US avg
Rape0.0/100K
Robbery59.1/100K
Assault177.3/100K

Property Crime

Total Property3,132.4/100K
60% above US avg
Burglary413.7/100K
Theft2,718.7/100K
Vehicle Theft0.0/100K
Arson0.0/100K

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)9

Safety Score

Safety GradeF
Safety Score1.0 / 5.0
Cross City has an average annual temperature of 68°F (20°C). Winters average 53°F in January while summers reach 81°F in July. Annual precipitation is 57.9 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Temperature

53°F Jan (12°C) 81°F Jul (27°C)
Annual Average68.2°F
26% above US avg
January Average53°F (12°C)
July Average81°F (27°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall57.9 inches
52% above US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median41.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation41 ft (12 m)
Area1.9 sq mi (4.8 km²)
Population Density1,222/sq mi
Coordinates29.6386°N, 83.1248°W
County FIPS12029
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent. 12.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (64% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 70.4-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 84.9%
D 14.5%

Winner: Republican by 70.4 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+12.2%
64% below US avg
High School+92.3%
School Test Score5.60
D Education Grade (2.0/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 8Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent
Population Density1,222/sq mi
Total Area1.9 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries3
Healthcare Facilities9
Restaurants23
Retail Stores43

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)9
F Safety Grade (1.0/5.0)

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute18.0 min
Work from Home3.2%

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