Cypress Gardens, FL

Florida · Metropolitan Area

Cypress Gardens is a small city in Florida with a population of 10,013. Residents earn $85,997 per year, which is 14% above the national average.

4.3 /5.0
A Great
10,013 Population 2,902/sq mi density
$85,997 Median Income $38,643 per capita
$270,600 Home Value
$1,540 Median Rent
74°F Avg Temperature
A
Overall
4.3 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
4.5 / 5.0
$85,997 median income, 0.8% unemployment
A+
Affordability
4.9 / 5.0
$270,600 home value, $1,540/mo rent
B
Education
3.5 / 5.0
31.2% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $85,997
14% higher than US avg
Home Value $270,600
4% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 31.2%
7% lower than US avg
Median Rent $1,540
32% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 36.5%
14% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.8%
78% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 8.7%
30% lower than US avg

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

People

Population10,013
Median Age37.8 yrs
Density2,902/mi²
Male / Female48% / 52%
Largest GroupWhite 79%

Economy

A+
Median Income$85,997
Per Capita$38,643
Unemployment0.8%
Poverty8.7%
County GDP$20,398M
Commute29 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$270,600
Rent$1,540
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity36.5%
UninsuredN/A
Depression21.0%
Heart Disease5.5%

Climate

Avg Temp74°F
AQI41 (Good)
Rain52.0 in/yr
Elevation165 ft

Education

B
Bachelor's+31.2%
High School+90.9%
School Score5.60

Community

2024 VoteR 50% / D 49%
Commute29 min
EV Stations1
Libraries6

Is Cypress Gardens a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Cypress Gardens 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. Cypress Gardens stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Cypress Gardens is $85,997, 14% above the national average of $75,149. Residents generally enjoy above-average earning potential. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.8%. 8.7% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 29 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Cypress Gardens is $270,600, roughly aligned with the national median of $281,900. Renters pay a median of $1,540 per month, significantly above the national average of $1,163. A price-to-income ratio of 3.1x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Education

31.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 90.9% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.6/10.

Climate & Weather

Cypress Gardens has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 74°F. Winters average 63°F in January while summers reach 84°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 52.0 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Cypress Gardens has a population of 10,013 with a density of 2,902 people per square mile. The median age is 37.8 years, 3% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (79.1%), with 4.3% Hispanic, 2.9% Black.

Population

10,013
Total Population
2,902
People / sq mi
37.8yrs
Median Age
3% below US avg
3.5mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 47.6%
Female 52.4%

Race & Ethnicity

Cypress Gardens vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only82.9%
6% above US avg
Spanish17.1%
28% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Cypress Gardens vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Cypress Gardens is $85,997, which is 14% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.8% (below the 3.6% US average). 8.7% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 29 minutes.

Income: Cypress Gardens vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$85,997
14% above US avg
Per Capita Income$38,643
Avg Weekly Wage$1,010
IRS Avg AGI$56,471

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.8%
78% below US avg
Poverty Rate8.7%
30% below US avg
Establishments (County)10,530
County GDP$20,398M

Business (County)

Restaurants866
Healthcare874
Retail1,049
Manufacturing130

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$5,280
51% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate1.95%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time28.8 min
Work from Home6.5%

Walkability

The median home value in Cypress Gardens is $270,600, 4% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,540 (32% above US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$270,600
4% below US avg
Median List Price$249,450

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$249,450
$/Sq Ft$147
Homes Sold8
Sale-to-List Ratio95.2%
Price Drops25.9%
Inventory54

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,540
32% above 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-Occupied79.2%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$5,280
51% above US avg
Effective Rate1.95%
In Cypress Gardens, 36.5% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 21.0% report depression. 22.7% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Cypress Gardens vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity36.5%
14% above US avg
Diabetes9.3%
Heart Disease5.5%
High Blood Pressure29.4%
Asthma10.1%
COPD6.2%
Stroke2.8%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking18.1%
Physical Inactivity22.7%
Depression21.0%
Mental Distress18.5%
Physical Distress13.6%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate91.4%
Checkup Rate75.1%
Premature Death7,380/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.0/10
Exercise Access73.7%
Healthcare Facilities874

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)70

Safety Score

Cypress Gardens has an average annual temperature of 74°F (24°C). Winters average 63°F in January while summers reach 84°F in July. Annual precipitation is 52.0 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Temperature

63°F Jan (17°C) 84°F Jul (29°C)
Annual Average74.3°F
38% above US avg
January Average63°F (17°C)
July Average84°F (29°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall52.0 inches
37% above US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median41.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation165 ft (50 m)
Area3.5 sq mi (8.9 km²)
Population Density2,902/sq mi
Coordinates28.0035°N, 81.6906°W
County FIPS12097
It is classified as Metro — 1 million+. 31.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (7% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 1.5-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 50.2%
D 48.7%

Winner: Republican by 1.5 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+31.2%
7% below US avg
High School+90.9%
School Test Score5.60
B Education Grade (3.5/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 1Metro — 1 million+
Population Density2,902/sq mi
Total Area3.5 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

EV Charging Stations1
Alt Fuel Stations1
Public Libraries6
Healthcare Facilities874
Restaurants866
Retail Stores1,049

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)70

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute28.8 min
Work from Home6.5%

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