Fern Park, FL

Florida · Metropolitan Area

Fern Park is a small city in Florida with a population of 8,593. Residents earn $60,828 per year, which is 19% below the national average.

3.9 /5.0
B+ Good
8,593 Population 4,275/sq mi density
$60,828 Median Income $40,814 per capita
$321,400 Home Value
$1,440 Median Rent
74°F Avg Temperature
B+
Overall
3.9 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.0 / 5.0
$60,828 median income, 3.3% unemployment
B+
Affordability
3.7 / 5.0
$321,400 home value, $1,440/mo rent
A
Education
4.2 / 5.0
39.4% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $60,828
19% lower than US avg
Home Value $321,400
14% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 39.4%
17% higher than US avg
Median Rent $1,440
24% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 30.5%
5% lower than US avg
Unemployment 3.3%
8% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 2.8%
77% lower than US avg

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

People

Population8,593
Median Age39.3 yrs
Density4,275/mi²
Male / Female55% / 45%
Largest GroupWhite 71%

Economy

A
Median Income$60,828
Per Capita$40,814
Unemployment3.3%
Poverty2.8%
County GDP$160,400M
Commute25 min

Housing

B+
Home Value$321,400
Rent$1,440
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity30.5%
UninsuredN/A
Depression17.7%
Heart Disease5.5%

Climate

Avg Temp74°F
AQI41 (Good)
Rain51.5 in/yr
Elevation85 ft

Education

A
Bachelor's+39.4%
High School+93.3%
School Score5.60

Community

2024 VoteR 43% / D 56%
Commute25 min
EV Stations1
Libraries17

Is Fern Park a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Fern Park receives an overall livability score of 3.9 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, a highly educated population, a low poverty rate. Fern Park offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Fern Park is $60,828, 19% below the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 3.3%, indicating a healthy job market. Only 2.8% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 25 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Fern Park is $321,400, 14% above the national median. Renters pay a median of $1,440 per month, significantly above the national average of $1,163. The price-to-income ratio of 5.3x means housing costs are stretched relative to local earnings.

Education

Educational attainment is solid, with 39.4% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 93.3% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.6/10.

Climate & Weather

Fern Park 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.

Fern Park has a population of 8,593 with a density of 4,275 people per square mile. The median age is 39.3 years, 1% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (70.5%), with 6.5% Black.

Population

8,593
Total Population
4,275
People / sq mi
39.3yrs
Median Age
1% above US avg
2.0mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 54.8%
Female 45.2%

Race & Ethnicity

Fern Park vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only73.8%
6% below US avg
Spanish26.2%
96% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Fern Park vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Fern Park is $60,828, which is 19% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 3.3% (below the 3.6% US average). 2.8% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 25 minutes.

Income: Fern Park vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$60,828
19% below US avg
Per Capita Income$40,814
Avg Weekly Wage$1,304
IRS Avg AGI$85,905

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment3.3%
8% below US avg
Poverty Rate2.8%
77% 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 Rate2.45%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time24.8 min
Work from Home9.4%

Walkability

The median home value in Fern Park is $321,400, 14% above the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,440 (24% above US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$321,400
14% above US avg
Median List Price$549,000

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$549,000
$/Sq Ft$220
Homes Sold9
Sale-to-List Ratio97.2%
Price Drops42.3%
Inventory26

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,440
24% 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-Occupied57.2%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$7,880
125% above US avg
Effective Rate2.45%
In Fern Park, 30.5% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 17.7% report depression. 21.4% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Fern Park vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity30.5%
5% below US avg
Diabetes10.1%
Heart Disease5.5%
High Blood Pressure30.2%
Asthma9.5%
COPD5.7%
Stroke2.8%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking17.3%
Physical Inactivity21.4%
Depression17.7%
Mental Distress16.7%
Physical Distress12.2%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate86.8%
Checkup Rate76.4%
Premature Death7,030/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.0/10
Exercise Access91.3%
Healthcare Facilities4,318

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)200

Safety Score

Fern Park 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

Elevation85 ft (26 m)
Area2.0 sq mi (5.2 km²)
Population Density4,275/sq mi
Coordinates28.6482°N, 81.3456°W
County FIPS12095
It is classified as Metro — 1 million+. 39.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (17% 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+39.4%
17% above US avg
High School+93.3%
School Test Score5.60
A Education Grade (4.2/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 1Metro — 1 million+
Population Density4,275/sq mi
Total Area2.0 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

EV Charging Stations1
Alt Fuel Stations1
Public Libraries17
Healthcare Facilities4,318
Restaurants3,857
Retail Stores5,138

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)200

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute24.8 min
Work from Home9.4%

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