De Leon Springs, FL

Florida · Metropolitan Area

De Leon Springs is a small town in Florida with a population of 2,784. Residents earn $53,468 per year, which is 29% below the national average.

3.6 /5.0
B+ Good
2,784 Population 1,031/sq mi density
$53,468 Median Income $21,518 per capita
$240,000 Home Value $327,532 Zillow
$1,060 Median Rent
70°F Avg Temperature
B+
Overall
3.6 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.1 / 5.0
$53,468 median income, 0.0% unemployment
A
Affordability
4.1 / 5.0
$240,000 home value, $1,060/mo rent
C+
Education
2.5 / 5.0
18.8% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $53,468
29% lower than US avg
Home Value $240,000
15% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 18.8%
44% lower than US avg
Median Rent $1,060
9% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 36.0%
12% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 4.0%
68% lower than US avg

How De Leon Springs Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)

People

Population2,784
Median Age32.5 yrs
Density1,031/mi²
Male / Female44% / 56%
Largest GroupWhite 43%

Economy

A
Median Income$53,468
Per Capita$21,518
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty4.0%
County GDP$29,511M
Commute31 min

Housing

A
Home Value$240,000
Rent$1,060
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$327,532

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity36.0%
UninsuredN/A
Depression19.2%
Heart Disease6.6%

Climate

Avg Temp70°F
AQI41 (Good)
Rain55.5 in/yr
Elevation54 ft

Education

C+
Bachelor's+18.8%
High School+85.4%
School Score5.60

Community

2024 VoteR 60% / D 39%
Commute31 min
Libraries14

Is De Leon Springs a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, De Leon Springs 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. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes. De Leon Springs offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in De Leon Springs is $53,468, 29% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. Only 4.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 31 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in De Leon Springs is $240,000, 15% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $1,060 per month. A price-to-income ratio of 4.5x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Education

18.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 85.4% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.6/10.

Climate & Weather

De Leon Springs enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 70°F. Winters average 57°F in January while summers reach 82°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 55.5 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

De Leon Springs has a population of 2,784 with a density of 1,031 people per square mile. The median age is 32.5 years, 16% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (42.5%).

Population

2,784
Total Population
1,031
People / sq mi
32.5yrs
Median Age
16% below US avg
2.7mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 44.3%
Female 55.7%

Race & Ethnicity

De Leon Springs vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only55.1%
30% below US avg
Spanish44.9%
235% above US avg

Social Characteristics

De Leon Springs vs U.S. Average

The median household income in De Leon Springs is $53,468, which is 29% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 4.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 31 minutes.

Income: De Leon Springs vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$53,468
29% below US avg
Per Capita Income$21,518
Avg Weekly Wage$1,041
IRS Avg AGI$73,488

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate4.0%
68% below US avg
Establishments (County)16,756
County GDP$29,511M

Business (County)

Restaurants1,366
Healthcare1,587
Retail2,031
Manufacturing393

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$6,338
81% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate2.64%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time30.5 min
Work from Home2.3%

Walkability

The median home value in De Leon Springs is $240,000, 15% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,060 (9% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $327,532.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$240,000
15% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$327,532
Median List Price$274,900

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$274,900
$/Sq Ft$223
Homes Sold2
Sale-to-List Ratio98.1%
Price Drops33.3%
Inventory9

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,060
9% 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-Occupied83.5%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$6,338
81% above US avg
Effective Rate2.64%
In De Leon Springs, 36.0% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 19.2% report depression. 29.8% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: De Leon Springs vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity36.0%
12% above US avg
Diabetes12.6%
Heart Disease6.6%
High Blood Pressure33.3%
Asthma9.7%
COPD7.3%
Stroke3.5%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking16.0%
Physical Inactivity29.8%
Depression19.2%
Mental Distress18.6%
Physical Distress15.6%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate80.8%
Checkup Rate74.3%
Premature Death11,240/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.4/10
Exercise Access81.7%
Healthcare Facilities1,587

Crime Rates: De Leon Springs vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)124

Safety Score

De Leon Springs has an average annual temperature of 70°F (21°C). Winters average 57°F in January while summers reach 82°F in July. Annual precipitation is 55.5 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Temperature

57°F Jan (14°C) 82°F Jul (28°C)
Annual Average70.3°F
30% above US avg
January Average57°F (14°C)
July Average82°F (28°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall55.5 inches
46% above US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median41.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation54 ft (16 m)
Area2.7 sq mi (7.0 km²)
Population Density1,031/sq mi
Coordinates29.1172°N, 81.3516°W
County FIPS12127
It is classified as Metro — 250K–1M. 18.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (44% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 21.8-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 60.5%
D 38.7%

Winner: Republican by 21.8 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+18.8%
44% below US avg
High School+85.4%
School Test Score5.60
C+ Education Grade (2.5/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 2Metro — 250K–1M
Population Density1,031/sq mi
Total Area2.7 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries14
Healthcare Facilities1,587
Restaurants1,366
Retail Stores2,031

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)124

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute30.5 min
Work from Home2.3%

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