Dade City, FL

Florida · Metropolitan Area

Dade City is a small city in Florida with a population of 7,570. Residents earn $63,041 per year, which is 16% below the national average.

3.1 /5.0
B Good
7,570 Population 997/sq mi density
$63,041 Median Income $32,158 per capita
$211,900 Home Value $316,815 Zillow
$1,002 Median Rent
72°F Avg Temperature
513 Violent Crime/100K 4,076 property/100K
B
Overall
3.1 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.6 / 5.0
$63,041 median income, 4.3% unemployment
A+
Affordability
4.8 / 5.0
$211,900 home value, $1,002/mo rent
F
Safety
1.0 / 5.0
513 violent crimes/100K (35% above avg)
C+
Education
2.9 / 5.0
23.4% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $63,041
16% lower than US avg
Home Value $211,900
25% lower than US avg
Violent Crime 513/100K
35% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 23.4%
31% lower than US avg
Median Rent $1,002
14% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 35.9%
12% higher than US avg
Unemployment 4.3%
19% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 11.3%
9% lower than US avg

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

People

Population7,570
Median Age42.6 yrs
Density997/mi²
Male / Female46% / 54%
Largest GroupWhite 73%

Economy

B+
Median Income$63,041
Per Capita$32,158
Unemployment4.3%
Poverty11.3%
County GDP$24,175M
Commute33 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$211,900
Rent$1,002
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$316,815

Crime

F
Violent513/100K
Property4,076/100K
Murder0.0/100K
Assault317/100K
Burglary1,087/100K

Health

Obesity35.9%
UninsuredN/A
Depression20.9%
Heart Disease6.6%

Climate

Avg Temp72°F
AQI41 (Good)
Rain53.5 in/yr
Elevation116 ft

Education

C+
Bachelor's+23.4%
High School+83.4%
School Score5.60

Community

2024 VoteR 62% / D 37%
Commute33 min
EV Stations7
Libraries10

Is Dade City a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Dade City receives an overall livability score of 3.1 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include affordable housing. Areas to be aware of include elevated crime rates. Dade City offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Dade City is $63,041, 16% below the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 4.3%, indicating a healthy job market. 11.3% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 33 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Dade City is $211,900, 25% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $1,002 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. A price-to-income ratio of 3.4x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Safety & Crime

The violent crime rate of 513 per 100,000 is above the national average of 380 — something for prospective residents to consider. Property crime occurs at a rate of 4,076 per 100,000, 108% above the national average.

Education

23.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 83.4% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.6/10.

Climate & Weather

Dade City has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 72°F. Winters average 60°F in January while summers reach 81°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 53.5 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Dade City has a population of 7,570 with a density of 997 people per square mile. The median age is 42.6 years, 10% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (72.8%), with 14.1% Black.

Population

7,570
Total Population
997
People / sq mi
42.6yrs
Median Age
10% above US avg
7.6mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 46.2%
Female 53.8%

Race & Ethnicity

Dade City vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only82.7%
5% above US avg
Spanish17.3%
29% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Dade City vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Dade City is $63,041, which is 16% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 4.3% (above the 3.6% US average). 11.3% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 33 minutes.

Income: Dade City vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$63,041
16% below US avg
Per Capita Income$32,158
Avg Weekly Wage$1,075
IRS Avg AGI$73,646

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment4.3%
19% above US avg
Poverty Rate11.3%
9% below US avg
Establishments (County)15,144
County GDP$24,175M

Business (County)

Restaurants894
Healthcare1,576
Retail1,600
Manufacturing255

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$6,232
78% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate2.94%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time32.5 min
Work from Home8.9%

Walkability

The median home value in Dade City is $211,900, 25% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,002 (14% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $316,815.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$211,900
25% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$316,815
Median List Price$335,990

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$335,990
$/Sq Ft$179
Homes Sold23
Sale-to-List Ratio100.9%
Price Drops32.6%
Inventory89

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,002
14% 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-Occupied65.3%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$6,232
78% above US avg
Effective Rate2.94%
In Dade City, 35.9% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 20.9% report depression. 31.0% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity35.9%
12% above US avg
Diabetes12.6%
Heart Disease6.6%
High Blood Pressure35.8%
Asthma10.7%
COPD8.1%
Stroke3.7%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking16.4%
Physical Inactivity31.0%
Depression20.9%
Mental Distress20.0%
Physical Distress16.0%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate89.7%
Checkup Rate74.2%
Premature Death9,901/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.3/10
Exercise Access85.4%
Healthcare Facilities1,576
Dade City has a violent crime rate of 513 per 100,000 residents, 35% above the national average of 380. Property crime stands at 4,076 per 100,000 (108% above US avg). The murder rate is 0.0 per 100,000.

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

Violent Crime

Total Violent513.3/100K
35% above US avg
Murder0.0/100K
100% below US avg
Rape90.6/100K
Robbery105.7/100K
Assault317.0/100K

Property Crime

Total Property4,076.1/100K
108% above US avg
Burglary1,087.0/100K
Theft2,883.5/100K
Vehicle Theft105.7/100K
Arson0.0/100K

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)98

Safety Score

Safety GradeF
Safety Score1.0 / 5.0
Dade City has an average annual temperature of 72°F (22°C). Winters average 60°F in January while summers reach 81°F in July. Annual precipitation is 53.5 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Temperature

60°F Jan (15°C) 81°F Jul (27°C)
Annual Average71.9°F
33% above US avg
January Average60°F (15°C)
July Average81°F (27°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall53.5 inches
41% above US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median41.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation116 ft (35 m)
Area7.6 sq mi (19.7 km²)
Population Density997/sq mi
Coordinates28.3559°N, 82.1934°W
County FIPS12101
It is classified as Metro — 1 million+. 23.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (31% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 25.2-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 62.1%
D 36.9%

Winner: Republican by 25.2 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+23.4%
31% below US avg
High School+83.4%
School Test Score5.60
C+ Education Grade (2.9/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 1Metro — 1 million+
Population Density997/sq mi
Total Area7.6 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

EV Charging Stations7
Alt Fuel Stations8
Public Libraries10
Healthcare Facilities1,576
Restaurants894
Retail Stores1,600

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)98
F Safety Grade (1.0/5.0)

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute32.5 min
Work from Home8.9%

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