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Desoto Lakes, FL
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Desoto Lakes, FL
At a Glance
How Desoto Lakes Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Desoto Lakes's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Desoto Lakes a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Desoto Lakes residents earn a median household income of $72,083 , which is 4% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $26,097. The unemployment rate stands at 2.6% (28% below the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 15.8% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 14,624 business establishments, including 773 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Desoto Lakes is $332,700 , 18% above the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $408,978. Median rent is $1,625/month, with 27.2% 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 1974.
Safety & Crime
Desoto Lakes reports 666 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 75% above the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 4,731/100K.
Education
15.4% of adults in Desoto Lakes hold a bachelor's degree or higher (54% below the national average). 74.5% have completed high school. Local schools score 5.4/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Desoto Lakes has an average annual temperature of 74°F (23°C). Winters average 62°F in January while summers reach 83°F in July. The area gets 330 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 61.1 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.