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
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
32.5yrs
Median Age
16% below US avg
Race & Ethnicity
De Leon Springs vs U.S. Average
Language Spoken at Home
| English Only | 55.1% |
| 30% below US avg |
| Spanish | 44.9% |
| 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.
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
| Unemployment | 0.0% |
| 100% below US avg |
| Poverty Rate | 4.0% |
| 68% below US avg |
| Establishments (County) | 16,756 |
| County GDP | $29,511M |
Business (County)
| Restaurants | 1,366 |
| Healthcare | 1,587 |
| Retail | 2,031 |
| Manufacturing | 393 |
Tax & Cost of Living
| Property Tax (IRS) | $6,338 |
| 81% above US avg |
| Effective Tax Rate | 2.64% |
Commute & Transportation
| Commute Time | 30.5 min |
| Work from Home | 2.3% |
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 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 Sold | 2 |
| Sale-to-List Ratio | 98.1% |
| Price Drops | 33.3% |
| Inventory | 9 |
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
Property Tax
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $6,338 |
| 81% above US avg |
| Effective Rate | 2.64% |
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
| Obesity | 36.0% |
| 12% above US avg |
| Diabetes | 12.6% |
| Heart Disease | 6.6% |
| High Blood Pressure | 33.3% |
| Asthma | 9.7% |
| COPD | 7.3% |
| Stroke | 3.5% |
Behaviors & Mental Health
| |
| Binge Drinking | 16.0% |
| Physical Inactivity | 29.8% |
| Depression | 19.2% |
| Mental Distress | 18.6% |
| Physical Distress | 15.6% |
Healthcare Access
| Insurance Rate | 80.8% |
| |
| Checkup Rate | 74.3% |
| Premature Death | 11,240/100K |
Food & Exercise
| Food Environment | 7.4/10 |
| Exercise Access | 81.7% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 1,587 |
Crime Rates: De Leon Springs vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)
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 Average | 70.3°F |
| 30% above US avg |
| January Average | 57°F (14°C) |
| July Average | 82°F (28°C) |
Precipitation & Snow
| Annual Rainfall | 55.5 inches |
| 46% above US avg |
| Snowfall | 0.0 inches/yr |
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 41.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Geography
| Elevation | 54 ft (16 m) |
| Area | 2.7 sq mi (7.0 km²) |
| Population Density | 1,031/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 29.1172°N, 81.3516°W |
| County FIPS | 12127 |