Cypress Lake, FL

Florida · Metropolitan Area

Cypress Lake is a small city in Florida with a population of 13,145. Residents earn $62,767 per year, which is 16% below the national average.

4.2 /5.0
A Great
13,145 Population 3,432/sq mi density
$62,767 Median Income $41,853 per capita
$237,700 Home Value
$1,699 Median Rent
75°F Avg Temperature
A
Overall
4.2 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.2 / 5.0
$62,767 median income, 2.2% unemployment
A+
Affordability
4.6 / 5.0
$237,700 home value, $1,699/mo rent
B+
Education
3.9 / 5.0
36.3% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $62,767
16% lower than US avg
Home Value $237,700
16% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 36.3%
8% higher than US avg
Median Rent $1,699
46% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 28.5%
11% lower than US avg
Unemployment 2.2%
39% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 6.0%
52% lower than US avg

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

People

Population13,145
Median Age60.7 yrs
Density3,432/mi²
Male / Female44% / 56%
Largest GroupWhite 87%

Economy

A
Median Income$62,767
Per Capita$41,853
Unemployment2.2%
Poverty6.0%
County GDP$54,160M
Commute24 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$237,700
Rent$1,699
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity28.5%
UninsuredN/A
Depression19.6%
Heart Disease5.1%

Climate

Avg Temp75°F
AQI41 (Good)
Rain57.4 in/yr
Elevation6 ft

Education

B+
Bachelor's+36.3%
High School+93.7%
School Score5.60

Community

2024 VoteR 64% / D 35%
Commute24 min
Libraries16

Is Cypress Lake a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Cypress Lake receives an overall livability score of 4.2 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. Cypress Lake 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 Lake is $62,767, 16% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.2%. Only 6.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 24 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Cypress Lake is $237,700, 16% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $1,699 per month, significantly above the national average of $1,163. A price-to-income ratio of 3.8x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Education

Educational attainment is solid, with 36.3% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 93.7% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.6/10.

Climate & Weather

Cypress Lake has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 75°F. Winters average 65°F in January while summers reach 83°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 57.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Cypress Lake has a population of 13,145 with a density of 3,432 people per square mile. The median age is 60.7 years, 56% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (86.7%).

Population

13,145
Total Population
3,432
People / sq mi
60.7yrs
Median Age
56% above US avg
3.8mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 44%
Female 56%

Race & Ethnicity

Cypress Lake vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only90.9%
16% above US avg
Spanish9.1%
32% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Cypress Lake vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Cypress Lake is $62,767, which is 16% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 2.2% (below the 3.6% US average). 6.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 24 minutes.

Income: Cypress Lake vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$62,767
16% below US avg
Per Capita Income$41,853
Avg Weekly Wage$1,184
IRS Avg AGI$108,048

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.2%
39% below US avg
Poverty Rate6.0%
52% below US avg
Establishments (County)28,954
County GDP$54,160M

Business (County)

Restaurants1,636
Healthcare2,112
Retail2,648
Manufacturing389

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$9,664
176% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate4.07%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time23.9 min
Work from Home11.3%

Walkability

The median home value in Cypress Lake is $237,700, 16% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,699 (46% above US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$237,700
16% below US avg
Median List Price$249,450

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$249,450
$/Sq Ft$163
Homes Sold35
Sale-to-List Ratio93.9%
Price Drops41.8%
Inventory225

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,699
46% 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-Occupied74.3%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$9,664
176% above US avg
Effective Rate4.07%
In Cypress Lake, 28.5% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 19.6% report depression. 20.5% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity28.5%
11% below US avg
Diabetes9.1%
Heart Disease5.1%
High Blood Pressure28.7%
Asthma9.6%
COPD5.5%
Stroke2.6%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking18.0%
Physical Inactivity20.5%
Depression19.6%
Mental Distress16.9%
Physical Distress11.7%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate93.4%
Checkup Rate76.2%
Premature Death8,494/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.5/10
Exercise Access85.3%
Healthcare Facilities2,112

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)128
FEMA Disasters91

Safety Score

Cypress Lake has an average annual temperature of 75°F (24°C). Winters average 65°F in January while summers reach 83°F in July. Annual precipitation is 57.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Temperature

65°F Jan (18°C) 83°F Jul (28°C)
Annual Average75.4°F
40% above US avg
January Average65°F (18°C)
July Average83°F (28°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall57.4 inches
51% above US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median41.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation6 ft (2 m)
Area3.8 sq mi (9.9 km²)
Population Density3,432/sq mi
Coordinates26.5393°N, 81.8994°W
County FIPS12071
It is classified as Metro — 250K–1M. 36.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (8% above US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 28.4-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 63.9%
D 35.5%

Winner: Republican by 28.4 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+36.3%
8% above US avg
High School+93.7%
School Test Score5.60
B+ Education Grade (3.9/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 2Metro — 250K–1M
Population Density3,432/sq mi
Total Area3.8 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries16
Healthcare Facilities2,112
Restaurants1,636
Retail Stores2,648

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)128
FEMA Disaster Declarations91

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute23.9 min
Work from Home11.3%

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