Edgewood, FL

Florida · Metropolitan Area

Edgewood is a small town in Florida with a population of 2,710. Residents earn $79,345 per year, which is 6% above the national average.

3.5 /5.0
B+ Good
2,710 Population 2,185/sq mi density
$79,345 Median Income $61,483 per capita
$452,400 Home Value $475,062 Zillow
$1,451 Median Rent
73°F Avg Temperature
37 Violent Crime/100K 2,388 property/100K
B+
Overall
3.5 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
4.6 / 5.0
$79,345 median income, 0.8% unemployment
B
Affordability
3.5 / 5.0
$452,400 home value, $1,451/mo rent
F
Safety
1.0 / 5.0
37 violent crimes/100K (90% below avg)
A+
Education
4.9 / 5.0
49.2% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $79,345
6% higher than US avg
Home Value $452,400
60% higher than US avg
Violent Crime 37/100K
90% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 49.2%
46% higher than US avg
Median Rent $1,451
25% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 30.8%
4% lower than US avg
Unemployment 0.8%
78% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 4.2%
66% lower than US avg

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

People

Population2,710
Median Age45.7 yrs
Density2,185/mi²
Male / Female54% / 47%
Largest GroupWhite 77%

Economy

A+
Median Income$79,345
Per Capita$61,483
Unemployment0.8%
Poverty4.2%
County GDP$160,400M
Commute26 min

Housing

B
Home Value$452,400
Rent$1,451
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$475,062

Crime

F
Violent37/100K
Property2,388/100K
Murder0.0/100K
Assault37/100K
Burglary845/100K

Health

Obesity30.8%
UninsuredN/A
Depression18.3%
Heart Disease5.5%

Climate

Avg Temp73°F
AQI41 (Good)
Rain51.5 in/yr
Elevation95 ft

Education

A+
Bachelor's+49.2%
High School+91.3%
School Score5.60

Community

2024 VoteR 43% / D 56%
Commute26 min
Libraries17

Is Edgewood a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Edgewood receives an overall livability score of 3.5 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, low crime rates, a highly educated population, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include high housing costs. Edgewood offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Edgewood is $79,345, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.8%. Only 4.2% 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 Edgewood is $452,400, making it a premium housing market at 60% above the U.S. median of $281,900. Renters pay a median of $1,451 per month, significantly above the national average of $1,163. The price-to-income ratio of 5.7x means housing costs are stretched relative to local earnings.

Safety & Crime

Edgewood is a very safe community with a violent crime rate of 37 per 100,000 residents — well below the national average of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 2,388 per 100,000, 22% above the national average.

Education

Educational attainment is solid, with 49.2% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 91.3% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.6/10.

Climate & Weather

Edgewood has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 73°F. Winters average 61°F in January while summers reach 83°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 51.5 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Edgewood has a population of 2,710 with a density of 2,185 people per square mile. The median age is 45.7 years, 17% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (77.2%), with 7.9% Black.

Population

2,710
Total Population
2,185
People / sq mi
45.7yrs
Median Age
17% above US avg
1.2mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 53.5%
Female 46.5%

Race & Ethnicity

Edgewood vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only83.9%
7% above US avg
Spanish16.1%
20% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Edgewood vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Edgewood is $79,345, which is 6% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.8% (below the 3.6% US average). 4.2% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 26 minutes.

Income: Edgewood vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$79,345
6% above US avg
Per Capita Income$61,483
Avg Weekly Wage$1,304
IRS Avg AGI$85,905

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.8%
78% below US avg
Poverty Rate4.2%
66% below 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 Rate1.74%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time25.9 min
Work from Home15.7%

Walkability

The median home value in Edgewood is $452,400, 60% above the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,451 (25% above US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $475,062.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$452,400
60% above US avg
Zillow ZHVI$475,062
Median List Price$679,000

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$679,000
$/Sq Ft$247
Homes Sold6
Sale-to-List Ratio96.3%
Price Drops55.6%
Inventory9

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,451
25% above US avg

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-Occupied73.7%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$7,880
125% above US avg
Effective Rate1.74%
In Edgewood, 30.8% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 18.3% report depression. 22.6% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity30.8%
4% below US avg
Diabetes10.0%
Heart Disease5.5%
High Blood Pressure30.2%
Asthma9.4%
COPD5.9%
Stroke2.9%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking15.9%
Physical Inactivity22.6%
Depression18.3%
Mental Distress17.0%
Physical Distress12.7%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate85.7%
Checkup Rate75.4%
Premature Death7,030/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.0/10
Exercise Access91.3%
Healthcare Facilities4,318
Edgewood has a violent crime rate of 37 per 100,000 residents, 90% below the national average of 380. Property crime stands at 2,388 per 100,000 (22% above US avg). The murder rate is 0.0 per 100,000.

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

Violent Crime

Total Violent36.7/100K
90% below US avg
Murder0.0/100K
100% below US avg
Rape0.0/100K
Robbery0.0/100K
Assault36.7/100K

Property Crime

Total Property2,388.0/100K
22% above US avg
Burglary845.0/100K
Theft1,506.3/100K
Vehicle Theft36.7/100K
Arson0.0/100K

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)200

Safety Score

Safety GradeF
Safety Score1.0 / 5.0
Edgewood has an average annual temperature of 73°F (23°C). Winters average 61°F in January while summers reach 83°F in July. Annual precipitation is 51.5 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Temperature

61°F Jan (16°C) 83°F Jul (28°C)
Annual Average73.0°F
35% above US avg
January Average61°F (16°C)
July Average83°F (28°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall51.5 inches
35% above US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median41.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation95 ft (29 m)
Area1.2 sq mi (3.2 km²)
Population Density2,185/sq mi
Coordinates28.4815°N, 81.3701°W
County FIPS12095
It is classified as Metro — 1 million+. 49.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (46% above 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+49.2%
46% above US avg
High School+91.3%
School Test Score5.60
A+ Education Grade (4.9/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 1Metro — 1 million+
Population Density2,185/sq mi
Total Area1.2 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 Commute25.9 min
Work from Home15.7%

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