Eagle Lake, FL

Florida · Metropolitan Area

Eagle Lake is a small town in Florida with a population of 3,382. Residents earn $70,208 per year, which is 7% below the national average.

3.8 /5.0
B+ Good
3,382 Population 1,301/sq mi density
$70,208 Median Income $34,114 per capita
$227,700 Home Value $279,429 Zillow
$1,355 Median Rent
73°F Avg Temperature
B+
Overall
3.8 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.3 / 5.0
$70,208 median income, 2.4% unemployment
A+
Affordability
4.9 / 5.0
$227,700 home value, $1,355/mo rent
C
Education
2.3 / 5.0
16.7% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $70,208
7% lower than US avg
Home Value $227,700
19% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 16.7%
50% lower than US avg
Median Rent $1,355
17% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 40.3%
26% higher than US avg
Unemployment 2.4%
33% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 6.8%
45% lower than US avg

How Eagle Lake Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)

People

Population3,382
Median Age30.2 yrs
Density1,301/mi²
Male / Female52% / 48%
Largest GroupWhite 65%

Economy

A
Median Income$70,208
Per Capita$34,114
Unemployment2.4%
Poverty6.8%
County GDP$44,304M
Commute30 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$227,700
Rent$1,355
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$279,429

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity40.3%
UninsuredN/A
Depression21.2%
Heart Disease6.2%

Climate

Avg Temp73°F
AQI41 (Good)
Rain50.9 in/yr
Elevation152 ft

Education

C
Bachelor's+16.7%
High School+88.8%
School Score5.60

Community

2024 VoteR 60% / D 39%
Commute30 min
Libraries19

Is Eagle Lake a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Eagle Lake receives an overall livability score of 3.8 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 high obesity rates. Eagle Lake offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Eagle Lake is $70,208, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.4%. Only 6.8% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 30 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Eagle Lake is $227,700, 19% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $1,355 per month. A price-to-income ratio of 3.2x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Education

16.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 88.8% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.6/10.

Climate & Weather

Eagle Lake has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 73°F. Winters average 61°F in January while summers reach 82°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 50.9 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Eagle Lake has a population of 3,382 with a density of 1,301 people per square mile. The median age is 30.2 years, 22% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (64.6%), with 10.9% Black.

Population

3,382
Total Population
1,301
People / sq mi
30.2yrs
Median Age
22% below US avg
2.6mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 52%
Female 48%

Race & Ethnicity

Eagle Lake vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only86.5%
10% above US avg
Spanish13.5%
1% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Eagle Lake vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Eagle Lake is $70,208, which is 7% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 2.4% (below the 3.6% US average). 6.8% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 30 minutes.

Income: Eagle Lake vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$70,208
7% below US avg
Per Capita Income$34,114
Avg Weekly Wage$1,071
IRS Avg AGI$63,553

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.4%
33% below US avg
Poverty Rate6.8%
45% below US avg
Establishments (County)17,281
County GDP$44,304M

Business (County)

Restaurants1,064
Healthcare1,371
Retail1,926
Manufacturing425

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$4,985
42% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate2.19%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time29.7 min
Work from Home14.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Eagle Lake is $227,700, 19% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,355 (17% above US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $279,429.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$227,700
19% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$279,429
Median List Price$304,990

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$304,990
$/Sq Ft$151
Homes Sold17
Sale-to-List Ratio99.7%
Price Drops28.6%
Inventory56

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,355
17% above US avg
Zillow Rent (ZORI)$1,976

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-Occupied78.7%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,985
42% above US avg
Effective Rate2.19%
In Eagle Lake, 40.3% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 21.2% report depression. 28.7% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Eagle Lake vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity40.3%
26% above US avg
Diabetes11.5%
Heart Disease6.2%
High Blood Pressure32.4%
Asthma10.7%
COPD7.7%
Stroke3.5%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking16.8%
Physical Inactivity28.7%
Depression21.2%
Mental Distress20.3%
Physical Distress16.1%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate88.9%
Checkup Rate74.5%
Premature Death9,798/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.1/10
Exercise Access69.9%
Healthcare Facilities1,371

Crime Rates: Eagle Lake vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)121
FEMA Disasters91

Safety Score

Eagle Lake has an average annual temperature of 73°F (23°C). Winters average 61°F in January while summers reach 82°F in July. Annual precipitation is 50.9 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Temperature

61°F Jan (16°C) 82°F Jul (28°C)
Annual Average73.1°F
35% above US avg
January Average61°F (16°C)
July Average82°F (28°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall50.9 inches
34% above US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median41.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation152 ft (46 m)
Area2.6 sq mi (6.7 km²)
Population Density1,301/sq mi
Coordinates27.9743°N, 81.7554°W
County FIPS12105
It is classified as Metro — 250K–1M. 16.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (50% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 20.7-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 59.9%
D 39.2%

Winner: Republican by 20.7 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+16.7%
50% below US avg
High School+88.8%
School Test Score5.60
C Education Grade (2.3/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 2Metro — 250K–1M
Population Density1,301/sq mi
Total Area2.6 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries19
Healthcare Facilities1,371
Restaurants1,064
Retail Stores1,926

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)121
FEMA Disaster Declarations91

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute29.7 min
Work from Home14.0%

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