DeFuniak Springs, FL
Full City Profile · Florida · Walton County County
DeFuniak Springs, FL
At a Glance
How DeFuniak Springs Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows DeFuniak Springs's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is DeFuniak Springs a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
DeFuniak Springs residents earn a median household income of $51,883 , which is 31% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $25,761. The unemployment rate stands at 16.6% (361% above the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 15.3% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 4,125 business establishments, including 317 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in DeFuniak Springs is $163,200 , 42% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $232,431. Median rent is $821/month, with 30.3% of renters spending more than 30% of income on housing. The cost of living index is 103.4 (100 = national average). The median home was built in 1977.
Safety & Crime
DeFuniak Springs reports 369 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 3% below the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 2,226/100K.
Education
16.5% of adults in DeFuniak Springs hold a bachelor's degree or higher (51% below the national average). 82.0% have completed high school. Local schools score 6.1/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
DeFuniak Springs has an average annual temperature of 68°F (20°C). Winters average 51°F in January while summers reach 82°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 64.6 inches.