Edgewater, FL

Florida · Brevard County · Palm Bay-Melbourne-Titusville Metro

Edgewater is a small city in Florida with a population of 23,314. Residents earn $58,805 per year, which is 22% below the national average.

3.1 /5.0

B Good

23,314 Population 939/sq mi density

$58,805 Median Income $34,850 per capita

$238,700 Home Value $289,233 Zillow

$1,392 Median Rent 40.3% income on rent

72°F Avg Temperature 314 sunny days/yr

96 Violent Crime/100K 1,575 property/100K

Overall

3.1 / 5.0

Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education

Economy

4.1 / 5.0

$58,805 median income, 1.7% unemployment

Affordability

4.4 / 5.0

$238,700 home value, $1,392/mo rent

Safety

1.0 / 5.0

96 violent crimes/100K (75% below avg)

C+

Education

2.9 / 5.0

23.5% bachelor's degree or higher

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Full City Profile

Median Income $58,805

22% lower than US avg

Home Value $238,700

15% lower than US avg

Violent Crime 96/100K

75% lower than US avg

Bachelor's+ 23.5%

30% lower than US avg

Median Rent $1,392

20% higher than US avg

Obesity Rate 32.4%

1% higher than US avg

Unemployment 1.7%

53% lower than US avg

Poverty Rate 5.8%

53% lower than US avg

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

People

Population23,314

Median Age54.7 yrs

Density939/mi²

Male / Female47% / 53%

Largest GroupWhite 92%

Veterans11.9%

Economy

Median Income$58,805

Per Capita$34,850

Unemployment1.7%

Poverty5.8%

County GDP$43,482M

Commute26 min

Housing

Home Value$238,700

Rent$1,392

Ownership89.5%

Zillow$289,233

Housing Units11,701

Rent Burden40.3%

Crime

Violent96/100K

Property1,575/100K

Murder0.0/100K

Assault92/100K

Burglary471/100K

Health

Obesity32.4%

Uninsured12.2%

Smoking15.9%

Depression22.5%

Heart Disease5.9%

Climate

Avg Temp72°F (22°C)

AQI41 (Good)

Rain55.6 in/yr

Sunny Days314/yr

Elevation11 ft (3 m)

Education

C+

Bachelor's+23.5%

High School+93.3%

Graduate+6.5%

School Score6.30

Community

2024 VoteR 60% / D 39%

Commute26 min

Broadband87.5%

EV Stations3

Libraries18

Is Edgewater a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Edgewater receives an overall livability score of 3.1 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low unemployment, low crime rates, affordable housing, abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include a high uninsured rate, below-average incomes. Edgewater offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Edgewater is $58,805, 22% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.7%. Only 5.8% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 26 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Edgewater is $238,700, 15% below the national median / offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $1,392 per month. A price-to-income ratio of 4.1x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Safety & Crime

Edgewater is a very safe community with a violent crime rate of 96 per 100,000 residents / well below the national average of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 1,575 per 100,000, near the national average.

Education

23.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 93.3% have completed high school. Local schools score 6.3/10 in standardized testing, reflecting strong academic performance.

Climate & Weather

Edgewater has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 72°F. Winters average 59°F in January while summers reach 82°F in July. With 314 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 55.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Edgewater has a population of 23,314 with a density of 939 people per square mile, spread across 24.8 square miles. The median age is 54.7 years, 41% older than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 52.6% female and 47.4% male. The city is predominantly White (91.9%), with 1.1% Hispanic, 2% Black. English is the primary language spoken at home by 92.4% of residents, while 7.6% speak Spanish. 11.9% of the population are veterans, above the national rate of 6.0%. 18.4% of residents have a disability (above the 13.0% national average). 90.3% have health insurance coverage.

Population

23,314

Total Population

939

People / sq mi

54.7yrs

Median Age

41% above US avg

24.8mi²

Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 47.4%

Female 52.6%

Race & Ethnicity

Edgewater vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only 92.4%

18% above US avg

Spanish 7.6%

43% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Edgewater vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Edgewater is $58,805, which is 22% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $34,850 (below the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $1,309. The unemployment rate is 1.7% (below the 3.6% US average). 5.8% of residents live below the poverty line, lower than the national rate of 12.4%. The area has 18,850 business establishments, including 1,318 restaurants. The cost of living index is 103.4, roughly in line with the national average. Workers commute an average of 26 minutes. 7.6% of workers work from home (below the 15.2% national rate).

Income: Edgewater vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income	$58,805
	22% below US avg
Per Capita Income	$34,850
Avg Weekly Wage	$1,309
IRS Avg AGI	$81,586
Gini Index	0.452 (0=equal, 1=unequal)

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment	1.7%
	53% below US avg
Poverty Rate	5.8%
	53% below US avg
Establishments (County)	18,850
County GDP	$43,482M

Business (County)

Restaurants	1,318
Healthcare	1,814
Retail	2,025
Manufacturing	466

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)	$6,090
	74% above US avg
Cost of Living	103.40 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate	2.55%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time	25.8 min
Drive Alone	82.3%
Public Transit	0.0%
Work from Home	7.6%

Walkability

The median home value in Edgewater is $238,700, 15% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $289,233, higher than the Census estimate. Homes sell for 98% of their list price. Monthly rent averages $1,392 (20% above the national average of $1,163). Fair market rent ranges from $1,296 for a one-bedroom to $1,526 for a two-bedroom apartment. 89.5% of housing units are owner-occupied (above the 65.4% national rate). There are 11,701 total housing units in the city. The median year a home was built is 1987. The average annual property tax is $6,090 (higher than the $3,500 national average). 40.3% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing, indicating a significant affordability challenge for renters. The home price-to-income ratio is 4.1x.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median	$238,700
	15% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI	$289,233
Median List Price	$325,000

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price	$325,000
$/Sq Ft	$175
Homes Sold	31
Sale-to-List Ratio	98.0%
Price Drops	37.6%
Inventory	141

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent	$1,392
	20% above US avg
Zillow Rent (ZORI)	$1,897
Rent Burden	40.3%

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

Homeownership	89.5%
Owner-Occupied	89.5%
Renter-Occupied	10.5%
Housing Units	11,701
Median Year Built	1987

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)	$6,090
	74% above US avg
Effective Rate	2.55%

In Edgewater, 32.4% of adults are obese, above the national rate of 32.1%. 9.6% have diabetes. Heart disease affects 5.9% of residents. 31.5% have high blood pressure. 15.9% are current smokers. 18.5% report binge drinking. 22.5% are physically inactive. 22.5% report depression. 20.0% experience frequent mental distress. 12.2% of residents lack health insurance (above the 8.6% national rate). The primary care physician ratio is 1:1,383. The dentist ratio is 1:1,664. 82.8% of residents have access to exercise opportunities. The food environment index is 7.6 out of 10.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity	32.4%
	1% above US avg
Diabetes	9.6%
Heart Disease	5.9%
High Blood Pressure	31.5%
Asthma	10.5%
COPD	7.1%
Cancer	7.9%
Stroke	3.0%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking	15.9%
	14% above US avg
Binge Drinking	18.5%
Physical Inactivity	22.5%
Depression	22.5%
Mental Distress	20.0%
Physical Distress	13.9%
Short Sleep	35.7%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate	90.3%
Uninsured	12.2%
	42% above US avg
Primary Care	1:1,383
Dentists	1:1,664
Mental Health	1:501
Checkup Rate	74.6%
Dental Visits	56.6%
Premature Death	10,703/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment	7.6/10
Exercise Access	82.8%
Healthcare Facilities	1,814

Edgewater has a violent crime rate of 96 per 100,000 residents, 75% below the national average of 380. This breaks down to aggravated assault at 91.6 per 100,000, robbery at 4.4, rape at 0.0. The murder rate is 0.0 per 100,000 (below the national rate of 6.3). Property crime stands at 1,575 per 100,000, 20% below the U.S. average. This includes larceny/theft at 977, burglary at 471, vehicle theft at 126 per 100,000 residents. The county recorded 96 fatal traffic crashes. Overall, Edgewater receives a safety grade of F.

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

Violent Crime

Total Violent	96.0/100K
	75% below US avg
Murder	0.0/100K
	100% below US avg
Rape	0.0/100K
Robbery	4.4/100K
Assault	91.6/100K

Property Crime

Total Property	1,574.6/100K
	20% below US avg
Burglary	471.1/100K
Theft	977.1/100K
Vehicle Theft	126.5/100K
Arson	0.0/100K

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)	96
Traffic Accidents	185
Avg Accident Severity	2.5 / 4.0

Safety Score

Safety Grade	F
Safety Score	1.0 / 5.0

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Edgewater has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 72°F (22°C). Winters average 59°F in January while summers reach 82°F in July. The area gets 314 sunny days per year, well above the U.S. average of 205 / making it one of the sunnier locations in the country. Annual precipitation totals 55.6 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41. The city sits at an elevation of 11 feet, near sea level.

Temperature

59°F Jan (15°C) 82°F Jul (28°C)

Annual Average	71.5°F
	32% above US avg
January Average	59°F (15°C)
July Average	82°F (28°C)
Sunny Days	314 days/yr

Geography

Elevation	11 ft (3 m)
Area	24.8 sq mi (64.3 km²)
Population Density	939/sq mi
Coordinates	28.9544°N, 80.9409°W
Timezone	America/New_York
County	Brevard County County
Nearest Airport	Daytona Beach International (DAB) 17 miles away

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 55.6"

46% above US avg

Wettest Month (Aug) 6.93"

Driest Month (Apr) 2.20"

Air Quality

AQI Median	41.0
Rating	Good

Air Pollutants (EPA 2023)

Ozone (O₃)	0.0416 ppm
PM2.5 (Fine Particles)	6.3 μg/m³

Natural Hazard Risk

Overall Risk	Relatively High
Risk Score	98.4 / 100
Social Vulnerability	40.8 / 100
Community Resilience	63.4 / 100

Hazard Breakdown

Tornado	Relatively High
Hurricane	Very High
Earthquake	Very Low
Wildfire	Relatively Moderate
Flood	Relatively High
Hail	Relatively Low
Strong Wind	Relatively High
Heat Wave	Relatively Moderate
Winter Weather	No Rating
Lightning	Very High
Drought	Relatively Low
Cold Wave	Relatively Low
Landslide	Very Low
Coastal Flood	Relatively Moderate

Source: FEMA National Risk Index v1.20 (Dec 2025)

Hurricane History

24 hurricanes (Cat 1+) within 500 km since 1980. Strongest: Category 4. Most recent: Helene (2024, Cat 4).

Year	Name	Category	Closest
2024	Milton	Category 4	66 km
2024	Helene	Category 4	287 km
2024	Debby	Category 1	260 km
2023	Idalia	Category 3	274 km
2022	Ian	Category 5	82 km
2022	Nicole	Category 1	163 km
2020	Isaias	Category 1	277 km
2019	Dorian	Category 5	144 km
2017	Irma	Category 1	149 km
2016	Matthew	Category 4	51 km
2014	Arthur	Category 1	211 km
2005	Wilma	Category 3	235 km
2005	Ophelia	Category 1	165 km
2004	Charley	Category 4	30 km
2004	Jeanne	Category 3	148 km
2004	Frances	Category 2	153 km
2000	Gordon	Category 1	299 km
1999	Floyd	Category 4	202 km
1999	Dennis	Category 2	268 km
1999	Irene	Category 1	109 km

Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980–2026)

Tornado History

444 tornadoes (EF0+) within 100 km since 1950. Strongest: EF3. Total: 58 fatalities, 643 injuries.

Date	Rating	Distance	Fatalities
Feb 2, 2007	EF3	63 km	13
Feb 22, 1998	EF3	96 km	25
Feb 22, 1998	EF3	93 km	3
Feb 22, 1998	EF3	49 km	13
Nov 1, 1997	EF3	7 km	0
Mar 19, 1981	EF3	69 km	0
Jun 19, 1972	EF3	67 km	0
Jun 19, 1972	EF3	70 km	0
Mar 5, 1970	EF3	40 km	0
Oct 12, 2023	EF2	75 km	0
Aug 18, 2020	EF2	40 km	0
Sep 10, 2017	EF2	32 km	0
Sep 10, 2017	EF2	90 km	0
Dec 25, 2006	EF2	36 km	0
Dec 25, 2006	EF2	27 km	0
Feb 22, 1998	EF2	12 km	0
Feb 22, 1998	EF2	29 km	1
Oct 7, 1996	EF2	6 km	0
Mar 12, 1993	EF2	86 km	1
Apr 15, 1987	EF2	69 km	1

Source: NOAA SPC (EF0+, 1950–2024)

Wildfire History

20 wildfires (100+ acres) within 100 km. Largest: UNNAMED (121,213 ac, 1998).

Year	Name	Acres	Distance
1998	UNNAMED	121,213	36 km
1998	UNNAMED	45,954	25 km
1998	UNNAMED	24,956	79 km
1985	UNNAMED	19,129	37 km
2011	IRON HORSE	18,234	20 km
2006	JUNIPER	11,998	79 km
1998	UNNAMED	9,972	9 km
1985	UNNAMED	9,807	69 km
1998	UNNAMED	9,705	51 km
1985	UNNAMED	9,554	59 km
1993	UNNAMED	9,422	42 km
1985	UNNAMED	8,382	8 km
2009	JUNIPER SPRINGS	8,363	80 km
1984	UNNAMED	7,765	99 km
1998	UNNAMED	7,345	96 km
2017	NORTH CANE	7,024	41 km
1989	UNNAMED	6,985	87 km
2007	UNNAMED	6,345	47 km
1993	UNNAMED	6,236	87 km
2011	ESPANOLA FIRE	5,468	79 km

Source: NIFC/IRWIN (100+ acres)

Monthly Weather

Month	Avg Temperature	Precipitation	Summary
January	59°F (15°C)	2.6 in	Coldest
February	60°F (16°C)	3.0 in
March	65°F (18°C)	3.6 in
April	69°F (21°C)	2.2 in	Driest
May	75°F (24°C)	3.4 in
June	79°F (26°C)	6.1 in
July	82°F (28°C)	6.6 in	Warmest
August	81°F (27°C)	6.9 in	Wettest
September	79°F (26°C)	6.9 in
October	73°F (23°C)	4.3 in
November	67°F (19°C)	2.7 in
December	61°F (16°C)	2.2 in

Edgewater has a seasonal temperature swing of 22°F / from 59°F in January to 82°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 50.5 inches, with August being the wettest month (6.9") and April the driest (2.2").

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Edgewater is located in Brevard County. It is classified as Metro / 250K–1M, part of a metropolitan area. 23.5% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 30% below the national average of 33.7%. 93.3% have completed high school. 6.5% hold a graduate or professional degree (below the 13.1% national rate). Area schools have an average test score of 6.3 out of 10. In the 2024 presidential election, the county voted Republican with 59.9% of the vote, a 20.8-point margin. 87.5% of households have broadband internet access. The area has 3 EV charging stations. There are 18 public libraries serving the community. 1,814 healthcare facilities operate in the area. 82.3% of workers drive alone to work.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 59.9%

D 39.1%

Winner: Republican by 20.8 points

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)	96
Traffic Accidents	185
Avg Accident Severity	2.5 / 4.0

F Safety Grade (1.0/5.0)

Education

Bachelor's Degree+	23.5%
	30% below US avg
High School+	93.3%
Graduate Degree+	6.5%
School Test Score	6.30

C+ Education Grade (2.9/5.0)

Area & Infrastructure

RUCC Code 2	Metro / 250K–1M
Population Density	939/sq mi
Total Area	24.8 sq mi
County	Brevard County County

Services

Broadband Access	87.5%
Avg Download Speed	164.3 Mbps
Avg Upload Speed	20.5 Mbps
Max Download Speed	1,000 Mbps
EV Charging Stations	3
Alt Fuel Stations	3
Public Libraries	18
Healthcare Facilities	1,814
Restaurants	1,318
Retail Stores	2,025

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute	25.8 min
Drive Alone	82.3%
Public Transit	0.0%
Work from Home	7.6%

Average costs for common services in Edgewater. Prices are estimated based on regional cost of living data and may vary by provider.

Healthcare

Doctor Visit (Primary Care)	$259 ($155–$414)
Specialist Visit	$362 ($207–$569)
Urgent Care Visit	$207 ($103–$362)
Emergency Room Visit	$2,275 ($827–$5,170)
Dental Cleaning	$134 ($78–$207)
Dental Filling	$259 ($155–$414)

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Auto Repair

Oil Change (Conventional)	$47 ($26–$78)
Oil Change (Synthetic)	$78 ($52–$124)
Brake Pad Replacement	$310 ($155–$517)
Tire Rotation	$41 ($21–$78)
New Tires (Set of 4)	$620 ($414–$1,034)
Battery Replacement	$207 ($103–$362)

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Home Services

Plumber (Per Hour)	$103 ($62–$155)
Electrician (Per Hour)	$93 ($52–$145)
HVAC Repair	$414 ($155–$827)
HVAC System Install	$7,238 ($4,136–$12,408)
Roof Repair	$1,034 ($414–$2,068)
Roof Replacement	$9,306 ($5,687–$15,510)

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Legal

Divorce (Uncontested)	$1,551 ($517–$3,619)
Divorce (Contested)	$15,510 ($5,170–$31,020)
DUI Defense	$5,170 ($2,068–$10,340)
Bankruptcy (Chapter 7)	$1,551 ($827–$3,102)
Will Preparation	$517 ($207–$1,034)
Trust Preparation	$2,585 ($1,034–$5,170)

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Personal Care

Men's Haircut	$26 ($16–$47)
Women's Haircut	$57 ($31–$103)
Hair Coloring (Full)	$155 ($78–$259)
Manicure	$26 ($16–$47)
Pedicure	$41 ($26–$67)
Massage (1 Hour)	$83 ($52–$134)

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Food & Grocery

Gallon of Milk (per gallon)	$4.24 ($3.10–$5.69)
Dozen Eggs (per dozen)	$3.62 ($2.59–$5.17)
Loaf of Bread	$3.93 ($2.59–$5.69)
Chicken Breast (per lb)	$4.65 ($3.10–$6.72)
Ground Beef (per lb)	$5.69 ($4.14–$7.76)
Rice (per lb)	$1.03 ($0.62–$1.86)

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Utilities

Electricity (Monthly)	$145 ($83–$259)
Natural Gas (Monthly)	$72 ($31–$155)
Water/Sewer (Monthly)	$72 ($41–$124)
Internet (Monthly)	$72 ($41–$103)
Cell Phone Plan (Monthly)	$67 ($31–$103)
Cable TV (Monthly)	$88 ($52–$155)

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Transportation

Monthly Parking (Downtown)	$207 ($78–$517)
Car Insurance (Annual)	$2,068 ($1,241–$3,619)
Bus Pass (Monthly)	$72 ($31–$134)
Taxi/Uber (5-Mile Ride)	$16 ($8.27–$26)
Car Registration (Annual)	$103 ($31–$259)
Driver's License Renewal	$31 ($16–$78)

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Education & Childcare

Daycare (Infant, Monthly)	$1,241 ($620–$2,585)
Daycare (Toddler, Monthly)	$1,034 ($517–$2,068)
After-School Care (Monthly)	$414 ($207–$724)
Tutoring (Per Hour)	$52 ($26–$103)
SAT/ACT Prep Course	$1,034 ($414–$2,585)
Private School (K-12, Annual)	$12,925 ($5,170–$31,020)

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Pets

Vet Visit (Routine Checkup)	$62 ($31–$103)
Dog Vaccination (Annual)	$103 ($52–$207)
Dog Grooming	$62 ($31–$103)
Pet Boarding (Per Night)	$41 ($21–$78)
Dog Spay/Neuter	$310 ($155–$517)
Cat Spay/Neuter	$207 ($103–$414)

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Childcare

Center-Based (monthly)
Infant	$866
Toddler	$723
Preschool	$671
Family Childcare (monthly)
Infant	$866
Toddler	$758
Preschool	$736

Source: DOL Women's Bureau (2022)

Top Industries in Brevard County

Largest private-sector industries by employment (BLS QCEW 2024 data, county level).

Industry	Jobs	Establishments	Avg Annual Pay	Location Quotient
Manufacturing	34,805	734	$113,107	1.75
Health Care & Social Assistance	33,411	2,136	$61,732	0.96
Retail Trade	28,418	2,101	$37,823	1.18
Accommodation & Food Services	25,892	1,415	$27,271	1.18
Professional & Technical Services	19,710	2,994	$101,163	1.17
Construction	16,830	2,061	$69,216	1.32
Administrative & Waste Services	13,489	1,489	$55,616	0.95
Other Services	6,770	1,415	$45,721	0.93
Educational Services	5,338	261	$45,920	1.07
Transportation & Warehousing	5,108	382	$61,755	0.50
Finance & Insurance	4,901	849	$95,893	0.50
Wholesale Trade	4,793	622	$113,713	0.50
Arts & Entertainment	4,015	244	$33,828	0.99
Real Estate	3,066	1,046	$51,857	0.82
Management of Companies	2,872	100	$93,779	0.70
Information & Technology	2,632	385	$107,328	0.58
Utilities	333	38	$123,418	0.36
Unclassified	280	357	$60,081	0.83
Agriculture & Forestry	279	52	$45,727	0.14
Mining & Oil/Gas	60	10	$82,720	0.07

Schools in Edgewater

2 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School	Level	Enrollment	Teachers	Student/Teacher
INDIAN RIVER ELEMENTARY SCHOOL	Elementary	613	42	14.6:1
EDGEWATER PUBLIC SCHOOL	Elementary	504	43	11.7:1

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Radio Stations near Edgewater

4 stations within ~55 km.

Station	Genre	Quality
W.D.O.P.E. Dopetrackz Radio	beats, dopetrackz	MP3
Viva FM Orlando 99.5 Orange County/103.7 Osceola County	classic salsa, latin	MP3 128 kbps
WDBO	talk radio	AAC+ 49 kbps
Skate.fm	disco, funk	MP3 128 kbps

Campgrounds Near Edgewater

3 campgrounds found near Edgewater.

Name	Rating	Sites	Price
RIVER FOREST GROUP SITE	4.6/5	1	$200
Canaveral National Seashore Permits	4.2/5	14	$25
Middle Dredge Campsite	—	—	Free

National Parks Near Edgewater

21 national parks and monuments found near Edgewater.

Park	Type	Fee
Anastasia State Park	State Park	Free
Bicentennial Youth Park Environmental Learning Center	State Park	Free
Blue Spring State Park	State Park	Free
Bulow Creek State Park	State Park	Free
Canaveral National Seashore	National Seashore	$25
Castillo de San Marcos National Monument	National Monument	$15
De Leon Springs State Park	State Park	Free
Dunns Creek State Park	State Park	Free
Faver-Dykes State Park	State Park	Free
Fort Matanzas National Monument	National Monument	Free
Hontoon Island State Park	State Park	Free
Lake Griffin State Park	State Park	Free
Nance Park	State Park	Free
North Peninsula State Park	State Park	Free
Paradise Beach North	State Park	Free
Ravine Gardens State Park	State Park	Free
Riverside Park	State Park	Free
Tomoka State Park	State Park	Free
Tuscawilla Park	State Park	Free
Washington Oaks Gardens State Park	State Park	Free
Wekiwa Springs State Park	State Park	Free

Trails Near Edgewater

2 trails found near Edgewater.

Trail	Miles	Surface	Hike	Bike	Horse
ST. FRANCIS TRAIL	5.9	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
RATTLESNAKE WELL LOOP	0.5	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—

Historical Trends — Edgewater

Population and economic data over time (US Census / ACS estimates).

Population

Median Household Income

Year	Population	Median Income
2013	21,975	$45,379
2015	22,601	$44,155
2017	23,504	$47,133
2019	24,008	$49,878
2021	23,241	$52,097
2023	23,753	$58,805

Museums in Edgewater

Name	Type	Address	Phone	Annual Revenue
MUSEUM OF ARTS AND SCIENCES	SCIENCE & TECHNOLOGY MUSEUM OR PLANETARIUM	352 SOUTH NOVA ROAD	3862550285ext	$2,919,605
PONCE DE LEON INLET LIGHTHOUSE & MUSEUM	HISTORIC PRESERVATION		3867611821	$1,278,526
MARINE DISCOVERY CENTER	GENERAL MUSEUM	100 BARRACUDA BLVD	3864284828	$421,805
ART LEAGUE OF DAYTONA BEACH	GENERAL MUSEUM		3862583856	$83,558
LIVING LEGENDS AUTO RACING	GENERAL MUSEUM	2400 S RIDGEWOOD AVENUE	3867634483	$79,819
SOUTHEAST VOLUSIA HISTORICAL SOCIETY	HISTORIC PRESERVATION	120 SAMS AVENUE	3864780052	$61,556
AHEPA NEW SMYRNA MEMORIAL	HISTORIC PRESERVATION		3864395020
BOTANICAL GARDENS OF VOLUSIA	ARBORETUM, BOTANICAL GARDEN, OR NATURE CENTER	950 OLD SUGAR MILL ROAD	3867671735
COALWOOD HISTORICAL SOCIETY	HISTORIC PRESERVATION
DAVIS HOUSE HISTORIC PRESERVATION	HISTORIC PRESERVATION
DAYTONA MARITIME MUSEUM	HISTORIC PRESERVATION
GENEVA HISTORICAL AND GENEALOGICAL SOCIETY	HISTORIC PRESERVATION	165 FIRST STREET	4073495697
MOTOR RACING HERITAGE ASSOCIATION	HISTORIC PRESERVATION
MUSEUM CENTER AT SPRUCE CREEK	GENERAL MUSEUM		3867883234
MUSEUM OF ARTS & SCIENCES PLANETARIUM	SCIENCE & TECHNOLOGY MUSEUM OR PLANETARIUM	352 S NOVA ROAD
MUSEUM OF GENEVA HISTORY	GENERAL MUSEUM
NEW SMYRNA MUSEUM OF HISTORY	GENERAL MUSEUM		3864780052
SOUTHEAST MUSEUM OF PHOTOGRAPHY	ART MUSEUM		3865064475
TIMELESS WINGS & WHEELS	GENERAL MUSEUM
TURNBULL COLONY PRESERVATIONISTS	HISTORIC PRESERVATION

Libraries in Edgewater

Name	Address	Staff	Annual Visits	Circulation	Collection	Programs
VOLUSIA COUNTY PUBLIC LIBRARY	1290 INDIAN LAKE RD.	0.0	2,601,253

Farmers Markets in Edgewater

Name	Address	Season	Hours	Organic	Website
New Smyrna Beachside Farmers Market @ Norwoods	400 E. Second Avenue		Sat: 8:00 AM-12:00 PM;

Breweries in Edgewater

Name	Type	Address	Phone	Website
Beef O Bradys Pub	Beer & Beverages, Breweries & Brew Pubs, Restaurants, Beef House Restaurants, Pub Restaurants, Food	3781 S Nova Rd		Visit
Daytona Beach Brewing Company	Brewery	482 Fentress Blvd
Geneva Tavern	bar & grill restaurants, Bars / Taverns, Restaurant, Geneva Fl, Geneva Pubs, Restaurants & Bars, bre	3391 E State Road 46	4073499090
House For Beer @ The Pavilion - Port Orange	Bar, Brewery, and Residence, Brewery, Bar, Residence	5535 S Williamson Blvd	3862651980
Infield The	Breweries & Brew Pubs, Cocktail Lounges, Bar & Grill Restaurants, Cocktail Lounge Restaurants	5610 S Ridgewood Ave
New Smyrna Beach Brewing Company	Food & Drink, Breweries, Brewery	112 Sams Ave	3869573802	Visit
Tomoka Brewing Co	Brewery, American Restaurant, and Beer Garden	4647 Clyde Morris Blvd	3862564979

Pharmacies in Edgewater

4 pharmacies and drugstores.

Pharmacy	Address	Phone
CVS - 3604	1806 SOUTH RIDGEWOOD AVENUE	386-423-4674
PUBLIX - 00429	2970 SOUTH RIDGEWOOD AVENUE	386-478-1334
WALGREENS - 3931	3010 SOUTH RIDGEWOOD AVENUE	386-427-5208
WINN-DIXIE - 2203	1838 SOUTH RIDGEWOOD AVENUE	386-428-1844

EV Charging Stations in Edgewater

Name	Address	Network	Level 2	Connectors	Access
FPL EVOLUTION BOSTONWHALER 1	100 Whaler Way	ChargePoint Network	2	J1772	public
FPL EVOLUTION BOSTONWHALER 2	100 Whaler Way	ChargePoint Network	2	J1772	public
FPL EVOLUTION BOSTONWHALER 3	100 Whaler Way	ChargePoint Network	2	J1772	public

Cell Towers in Edgewater

Address	Structure Type	Height (ft)
1340 Maytown Rd (64922)	GTOWER	129
1340 Maytown Rd (64922)	GTOWER	129
4000 STUCK WAY ROAD F (6606)	GTOWER	110
4000 Stuck Way Road F (6606)	GTOWER	110
1438 SR 46 (7712)	LTOWER	90
1438 SR 46 (7712)	LTOWER	90
550 North US Highway 1 (15287)	LTOWER	71
555 North US Highway 1 (15287)	LTOWER	71
395 COLLINS ROAD (14075)	MTOWER	62
395 COLLINS ROAD (14075)	MTOWER	62
414 MARY AVENUE (6579)	LTOWER	59
414 MARY AVE (6579)	LTOWER	59
Morgan Alderman Road (87300)	MTOWER	58
Morgan Alderman Road (87300)	MTOWER	58

Fire Stations in Edgewater

Name	Address	Type	Active Firefighters	Volunteers	Phone
Edgewater Department of Fire and Rescue Services	1605 S Ridgewood AVE	Mostly career			386-424-2445

Bridges in Edgewater

Type	Kind	Year Built	Length (ft)	Daily Traffic	Condition
Stringer/Multi-beam	Prestressed concrete	1969	166	21,000	F
Stringer/Multi-beam	Prestressed concrete	1969	166	21,000	F
Culvert	Concrete	1969	59	17,250	F
Culvert	Concrete	1969	59	17,250	F
Slab	Prestressed concrete	1987	48	742	G
Slab	Prestressed concrete	1987	48	742	G
Slab	Prestressed concrete	1988	48	594	F

Superfund Sites Near Edgewater

1 EPA Superfund sites (hazardous waste cleanup locations).

Site	Address	County
NEW SMYRNA BEACH POWER PLANT	305 SMITH STREET	VOLUSIA

Airports Near Edgewater

50 airports within the area.

Airport	IATA	Type
Orlando International Airport	MCO	Large Airport
Orlando Sanford International Airport	SFB	Large Airport
Cape Canaveral SFS Skid Strip	—	Medium Airport
Daytona Beach International Airport	DAB	Medium Airport
Kissimmee Gateway Airport	ISM	Medium Airport
Orlando Executive Airport	ORL	Medium Airport
Patrick Space Force Base	COF	Medium Airport
Space Coast Regional Airport	TIX	Medium Airport
Space Florida Launch and Landing Facility	—	Medium Airport
Arthur Dunn Air Park	—	Small Airport
Big Oaks Ranch Airport	—	Small Airport
Blue Ridge Flightpark Airport	—	Small Airport
BNCFL Airport	—	Small Airport
Bob White Field	—	Small Airport
Bradshaw Tree Farm Airport	—	Small Airport
Britt Brown & Porter Ranch Airport	—	Small Airport
Cedar Knoll Flying Ranch Airport	—	Small Airport
Cross Creek Farms Airport	—	Small Airport
Deep Woods Ranch Airport	—	Small Airport
Deland Municipal Sidney H Taylor Field	—	Small Airport
Devils Garden Strip	—	Small Airport
Downsers Field / Albatross Airstrip	—	Small Airport
Eagles Nest Aerodrome	—	Small Airport
Earle Airpark	—	Small Airport
Flagler Executive Airport	—	Small Airport
Flying 4 Ranch Airport	—	Small Airport
Highlander Airport	—	Small Airport
Jim Finlay Farm Airport	—	Small Airport
Kathrinstadt Airport	—	Small Airport
Lafayette Landings Airport	—	Small Airport
Lake X Airport	—	Small Airport
LM-ETS Airport	—	Small Airport
Massey Ranch Airpark	—	Small Airport
Merritt Island Airport	COI	Small Airport
Mid Florida at Eustis Airport	—	Small Airport
Mount Royal Airport	—	Small Airport
New Smyrna Beach Municipal Airport	—	Small Airport
North Exuma Airport	—	Small Airport
Orlando Apopka Airport	—	Small Airport
Orlando North Airpark	—	Small Airport
Ormond Beach Municipal Airport	—	Small Airport
Palatka Municipal - Lt. Kay Larkin Field	—	Small Airport
Parts and Sparks Airport	—	Small Airport
Pierson Municipal Airport	—	Small Airport
Pomona Landing Airport	—	Small Airport
Rybolt Ranch Airport	—	Small Airport
Samsula / Coe Field	—	Small Airport
Skinners Wholesale Nursery Airport	—	Small Airport
Southerland Strip	—	Small Airport
Spruce Creek Airport	—	Small Airport

Police Stations in Edgewater

11 police stations.

Station	Address	Phone

	4545 South Clyde Morris Boulevard
	1354 Indian Lake Road
Campus Security
Edgewater Police Department
Mid-town Substation	955 Orange Avenue
New Smyrna Beach Police Department
Ponce Inlet Police Department
South Daytona City Police Department	1672 South Ridgewood Avenue
South Daytona City Police Department
South Daytona Police Department	2400 South Ridgewood Avenue
Volusia County Sheriff's Office
Volusia County Sheriff's Office - Aviation
Volusia County Sheriff's Office - Civil

Grocery Stores in Edgewater

17 grocery stores.

Store	Type	Address
ALDI 74173	Supermarket	1825 S Ridgewood Ave
Circle K 2722525	Convenience Store	1805 S Ridgewood Ave
Circle K 2726504	Convenience Store	807 W Indian River Blvd
CVS PHARMACY 3604	Other	1806 S Ridgewood Ave
Dollar General 11781	Other	2798 S Ridgewood Ave
DOLLAR GENERAL 19393	Other	210 N Ridgewood Ave
Dollar General 30986	Other	109 E Boston Rd
Dollar General Market 14232	Super Store	4190 S Atlantic Ave
Dollar Tree 7573	Other	1920 S Ridgewood Ave
Edgewater Citgo	Convenience Store	2340 S Ridgewood Ave
Edgewater Shell	Convenience Store	3300 S Ridgewood Ave
Gary's Choice Meats	Grocery Store	2341 S Ridgewood Ave
Kenny's C Store	Convenience Store	603 W Indian River Blvd
Murphy USA 8657	Convenience Store	100 N Ridgewood Ave
PUBLIX 0429	Supermarket	2970 S Ridgewood Ave
Walgreens 03931	Other	3010 S Ridgewood Ave
Winn Dixie 2203	Supermarket	1838 S Ridgewood Ave

Post Offices in Edgewater

2 post offices.

Post Office	Address
Edgewater Post Office
Safe Ship	114 West Indian River Boulevard

Treatment Centers in Edgewater

9 treatment centers.

Center	Type	Phone
Halifax Health Adult Psychiatry	Mental Health	386-425-3908
Metro Treatment of Florida LP - New Season Treatment Center 4	Substance Abuse	386-254-1931
Orlando VA - West Side Pavillion	Both	386-366-6700
Serenity Springs Recovery Center	Substance Abuse	386-423-4540
SMA Enrichment - Daytona	Mental Health	800-539-4228
SMA Adolescent Residential - Daytona	Substance Abuse	800-539-4228
SMA Crisis - Daytona	Substance Abuse	800-539-4228
SMA Outpatient - Daytona	Substance Abuse	800-539-4228
Volusia County Comprehensive Trtr Ctr - CRC Health Treatment Clinics LLC	Substance Abuse	386-822-9941

Churches & Religious Organizations in Edgewater

13 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

Name	Address
BELLA VISTA BAPTIST CHURCH	PO BOX 681
CHRISTIAN CHURCH OF EDGEWATER FLORIDA INC	PO BOX 217
COASTLINE CHRISTIAN CHURCH OF NEW SMYRNA BEACH INC	358 MARINERS GATE DR
EDGEWATER ALLIANCE CHURCH OF THE CHRISTIAN AND MISSIONARY ALLICANCE	310 N RIDGEWOOD AVE
EDGEWATER UNITED METHODIST CHURCH	211 N RIDGEWOOD AVE
FRIENDSHIP COMMUNITY CHURCH OF EDGE WATER FLORIDA INC	2108 HIBISCUS DR
HOUSE OF ELI	1203 UMBRELLA TREE DR
LIGHT OF THE WORLD MINISTRIES	2409 TAMARIND DR
RED-D-4U WOMENS OUTREACH MINISTRIES INC	3032 KUMQUAT DR
SERVANTS QUARTERS FELLOWSHIP INC	1429 SABAL PALM DR
UNITY COMMUNITY CHURCH	1001 S RIDGEWOOD AVE
WOMEN FOR ORPHANS	2810 NEEDLE PALM DR
ZANSHIN MEDITATION CENTER	4378 BEACON LIGHT RD

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Frequently Asked Questions About Edgewater

What is the population of Edgewater?

Edgewater has a population of 23,314 residents and is located in Florida. The population density is 939 people per square mile, spread across 24.8 square miles. The median age of residents is 54.7 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 52.6% female and 47.4% male.

Is Edgewater expensive to live in?

Edgewater has a cost of living roughly in line with the national average, with an index of 103.4 (baseline: 100). The median household income is $58,805, 22% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $238,700 (15% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $1,392 per month, above the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 4.1x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.

Is Edgewater safe?

Edgewater is considered a very safe city with a violent crime rate of 96 per 100,000 residents, well below the national average of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 1,575 per 100,000 (below the national average). Overall, Edgewater receives a safety grade of F based on combined crime data.

What is the weather like in Edgewater?

Edgewater has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 72°F (22°C). Winter temperatures average 59°F in January, while summers reach an average of 82°F in July. The area receives 314 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 55.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 41.

How is the job market in Edgewater?

The job market in Edgewater is very strong, with unemployment at just 1.7% / well below the national rate of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $1,309. There are 18,850 business establishments in the area, including 1,318 restaurants and food service locations. The average commute time is 26 minutes, and 7.6% of workers work from home.

How much does housing cost in Edgewater?

The median home value in Edgewater is $238,700. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $289,233. For renters, the median monthly rent is $1,392. Fair market rent is $1,296 for a 1-bedroom and $1,526 for a 2-bedroom apartment. The homeownership rate is 89.5%. The average annual property tax is $6,090.

How are the schools in Edgewater?

Schools in Edgewater score 6.3 out of 10 on standardized testing, near the national average. 23.5% of adults in Edgewater hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 93.3% have completed high school. 6.5% hold a graduate or professional degree.

How healthy is Edgewater?

The obesity rate in Edgewater is 32.4% (above the national rate of 32.1%). 15.9% of adults are smokers. 22.5% are physically inactive. 22.5% of residents report depression. 12.2% lack health insurance (above the national rate). 82.8% of residents have access to exercise opportunities. The primary care physician ratio is 1:1,383.

What is transportation like in Edgewater?

The average commute in Edgewater is 26 minutes. 82.3% of workers drive alone to work, and 7.6% work from home.

What are the demographics of Edgewater?

The racial and ethnic makeup of Edgewater is 91.9% White, 2% Black or African American, 1.1% Hispanic or Latino. 92.4% of residents speak only English at home, while 7.6% speak Spanish. 11.9% of the population are military veterans. 18.4% of residents have a disability. 90.3% have health insurance coverage.

Nearby Cities

Glencoe, FL 1,479 pop · 4.6 mi New Smyrna Beach, FL 31,212 pop · 5.2 mi Oak Hill, FL 2,147 pop · 8.3 mi Ponce Inlet, FL 3,392 pop · 9.6 mi Samsula-Spruce Creek, FL 5,174 pop · 10.0 mi Port Orange, FL 63,818 pop · 11.8 mi South Daytona, FL 13,322 pop · 15.1 mi Daytona Beach Shores, FL 5,139 pop · 15.2 mi Deltona, FL 95,682 pop · 16.7 mi Lake Helen, FL 2,877 pop · 17.7 mi Geneva, FL 3,520 pop · 18.4 mi Daytona Beach, FL 75,924 pop · 18.9 mi Mims, FL 7,282 pop · 19.1 mi Orange City, FL 13,768 pop · 20.7 mi

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