Eatonville, FL

Florida · Metropolitan Area

Eatonville is a small town in Florida with a population of 2,582. Residents earn $35,509 per year, which is 53% below the national average.

2.4 /5.0
C Fair
2,582 Population 2,608/sq mi density
$35,509 Median Income $22,294 per capita
$176,600 Home Value $245,083 Zillow
$1,328 Median Rent
74°F Avg Temperature
1,281 Violent Crime/100K 5,303 property/100K
C
Overall
2.4 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C
Economy
2.3 / 5.0
$35,509 median income, 4.3% unemployment
B+
Affordability
3.9 / 5.0
$176,600 home value, $1,328/mo rent
F
Safety
1.0 / 5.0
1,281 violent crimes/100K (237% above avg)
C
Education
2.5 / 5.0
18.6% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $35,509
53% lower than US avg
Home Value $176,600
37% lower than US avg
Violent Crime 1,281/100K
237% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 18.6%
45% lower than US avg
Median Rent $1,328
14% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 41.5%
29% higher than US avg
Unemployment 4.3%
19% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 26.4%
113% higher than US avg

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

People

Population2,582
Median Age41.3 yrs
Density2,608/mi²
Male / Female52% / 48%
Largest GroupWhite 11%

Economy

C
Median Income$35,509
Per Capita$22,294
Unemployment4.3%
Poverty26.4%
County GDP$160,400M
Commute25 min

Housing

B+
Home Value$176,600
Rent$1,328
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$245,083

Crime

F
Violent1,281/100K
Property5,303/100K
Murder0.0/100K
Assault1,105/100K
Burglary1,812/100K

Health

Obesity41.5%
UninsuredN/A
Depression15.6%
Heart Disease6.3%

Climate

Avg Temp74°F
AQI41 (Good)
Rain51.5 in/yr
Elevation94 ft

Education

C
Bachelor's+18.6%
High School+91.7%
School Score5.60

Community

2024 VoteR 43% / D 56%
Commute25 min
Libraries17

Is Eatonville a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Eatonville receives an overall livability score of 2.4 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C. Key strengths include affordable housing. Areas to be aware of include elevated crime rates, an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes. Eatonville has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Eatonville is $35,509, 53% below the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 4.3%, indicating a healthy job market. The poverty rate of 26.4% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 25 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Eatonville is $176,600, 37% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $1,328 per month. A price-to-income ratio of 5x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Safety & Crime

With 1,281 violent crimes per 100,000 residents, public safety is a notable concern — this is significantly above the national average of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 5,303 per 100,000, 171% above the national average.

Education

18.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 91.7% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.6/10.

Climate & Weather

Eatonville has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 74°F. Winters average 62°F in January while summers reach 84°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 51.5 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Eatonville has a population of 2,582 with a density of 2,608 people per square mile. The median age is 41.3 years, 6% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly Black (75.8%), with 11% White, 2.4% Hispanic.

Population

2,582
Total Population
2,608
People / sq mi
41.3yrs
Median Age
6% above US avg
1.0mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 52%
Female 48%

Race & Ethnicity

Eatonville vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only91.7%
17% above US avg
Spanish8.3%
38% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Eatonville vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Eatonville is $35,509, which is 53% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 4.3% (above the 3.6% US average). 26.4% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 25 minutes.

Income: Eatonville vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$35,509
53% below US avg
Per Capita Income$22,294
Avg Weekly Wage$1,304
IRS Avg AGI$85,905

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment4.3%
19% above US avg
Poverty Rate26.4%
113% above US avg
Establishments (County)56,038
County GDP$160,400M

Business (County)

Restaurants3,857
Healthcare4,318
Retail5,138
Manufacturing874

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$7,880
125% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate4.46%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time25.1 min
Work from Home5.1%

Walkability

The median home value in Eatonville is $176,600, 37% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,328 (14% above US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $245,083.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$176,600
37% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$245,083
Median List Price$282,000

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$282,000
$/Sq Ft$255
Homes Sold1
Sale-to-List Ratio92.7%
Price Drops40.0%
Inventory5

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,328
14% above US avg
Zillow Rent (ZORI)$1,990

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-Occupied35.2%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$7,880
125% above US avg
Effective Rate4.46%
In Eatonville, 41.5% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 15.6% report depression. 29.8% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Eatonville vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity41.5%
29% above US avg
Diabetes15.3%
Heart Disease6.3%
High Blood Pressure40.7%
Asthma10.9%
COPD7.0%
Stroke4.4%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking12.4%
Physical Inactivity29.8%
Depression15.6%
Mental Distress18.5%
Physical Distress14.6%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate79.1%
Checkup Rate79.3%
Premature Death7,030/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.0/10
Exercise Access91.3%
Healthcare Facilities4,318
Eatonville has a violent crime rate of 1,281 per 100,000 residents, 237% above the national average of 380. Property crime stands at 5,303 per 100,000 (171% above US avg). The murder rate is 0.0 per 100,000.

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

Violent Crime

Total Violent1,281.5/100K
237% above US avg
Murder0.0/100K
100% below US avg
Rape44.2/100K
Robbery132.6/100K
Assault1,104.7/100K

Property Crime

Total Property5,302.7/100K
171% above US avg
Burglary1,811.8/100K
Theft2,828.1/100K
Vehicle Theft662.8/100K
Arson0.0/100K

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)200

Safety Score

Safety GradeF
Safety Score1.0 / 5.0
Eatonville has an average annual temperature of 74°F (23°C). Winters average 62°F in January while summers reach 84°F in July. Annual precipitation is 51.5 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Temperature

62°F Jan (16°C) 84°F Jul (29°C)
Annual Average73.8°F
37% above US avg
January Average62°F (16°C)
July Average84°F (29°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall51.5 inches
35% above US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median41.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation94 ft (29 m)
Area1.0 sq mi (2.6 km²)
Population Density2,608/sq mi
Coordinates28.6150°N, 81.3924°W
County FIPS12095
It is classified as Metro — 1 million+. 18.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (45% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Democrat by a 13.6-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 42.5%
D 56.1%

Winner: Democrat by 13.6 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+18.6%
45% below US avg
High School+91.7%
School Test Score5.60
C Education Grade (2.5/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 1Metro — 1 million+
Population Density2,608/sq mi
Total Area1.0 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries17
Healthcare Facilities4,318
Restaurants3,857
Retail Stores5,138

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)200
F Safety Grade (1.0/5.0)

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute25.1 min
Work from Home5.1%

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