Fisher Island, FL

Florida · Metropolitan Area

Fisher Island is a small town in Florida with a population of 830. Residents earn $250,001 per year, which is 233% above the national average.

4.0 /5.0
A Great
830 Population 3,458/sq mi density
$250,001 Median Income $353,308 per capita
$2,000,001 Home Value $6,679,220 Zillow
N/A Median Rent
76°F Avg Temperature
A
Overall
4.0 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
5.0 / 5.0
$250,001 median income, 0.0% unemployment
C
Affordability
2.1 / 5.0
$2,000,001 home value
A+
Education
5.0 / 5.0
73.2% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $250,001
233% higher than US avg
Home Value $2,000,001
609% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 73.2%
117% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 23.0%
28% lower than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.0%
100% lower than US avg

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

People

Population830
Median Age55.5 yrs
Density3,458/mi²
Male / Female54% / 46%
Largest GroupWhite 92%
Veterans9.8%

Economy

A+
Median Income$250,001
Per Capita$353,308
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty0.0%
County GDP$260,837M
Commute47 min

Housing

C
Home Value$2,000,001
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$6,679,220

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity23.0%
UninsuredN/A
Depression17.5%
Heart Disease5.1%

Climate

Avg Temp76°F
AQI41 (Good)
Rain57.2 in/yr
Elevation10 ft

Education

A+
Bachelor's+73.2%
High School+100.0%
School Score5.60

Community

2024 VoteR 55% / D 44%
Commute47 min
Broadband100.0%
Libraries63

Is Fisher Island a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Fisher Island receives an overall livability score of 4.0 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, low unemployment, a highly educated population, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include high housing costs, long commute times. Fisher Island stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Fisher Island is $250,001, which is significantly higher than the national average — 233% above $75,149. This places Fisher Island among higher-income communities. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. Only 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 47 minutes, longer than the typical American commute of 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Fisher Island is $2,000,001, making it a premium housing market at 609% above the U.S. median of $281,900. With a home price-to-income ratio of 8x, housing affordability is a significant challenge for many families.

Education

Fisher Island is a highly educated community — 73.2% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, well above the national average of 33.7%. 100.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.6/10.

Climate & Weather

Fisher Island has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 76°F. Winters average 67°F in January while summers reach 83°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 57.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Fisher Island has a population of 830 with a density of 3,458 people per square mile. The median age is 55.5 years, 43% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (91.7%).

Population

830
Total Population
3,458
People / sq mi
55.5yrs
Median Age
43% above US avg
0.2mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 54%
Female 46%

Race & Ethnicity

Fisher Island vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only86.3%
10% above US avg
Spanish13.7%
2% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Fisher Island vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Fisher Island is $250,001, which is 233% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 47 minutes.

Income: Fisher Island vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$250,001
233% above US avg
Per Capita Income$353,308
Avg Weekly Wage$1,492
IRS Avg AGI$111,222

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate0.0%
100% below US avg
Establishments (County)123,309
County GDP$260,837M

Business (County)

Restaurants6,356
Healthcare11,061
Retail10,749
Manufacturing2,137

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$12,130
247% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate0.61%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time47.0 min
Drive Alone19.9%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home73.9%

Walkability

The median home value in Fisher Island is $2,000,001, 609% above the national average. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $6,679,220.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$2,000,001
609% above US avg
Zillow ZHVI$6,679,220

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Zillow Rent (ZORI)$28,500

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-Occupied93.9%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$12,130
247% above US avg
Effective Rate0.61%
In Fisher Island, 23.0% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 17.5% report depression. 19.2% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Fisher Island vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity23.0%
28% below US avg
Diabetes8.4%
Heart Disease5.1%
High Blood Pressure26.7%
Asthma9.3%
COPD4.9%
Stroke2.5%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking18.0%
Physical Inactivity19.2%
Depression17.5%
Mental Distress15.0%
Physical Distress10.8%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate97.5%
Checkup Rate75.0%
Premature Death6,314/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.3/10
Exercise Access98.5%
Healthcare Facilities11,061

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)290

Safety Score

Fisher Island has an average annual temperature of 76°F (25°C). Winters average 67°F in January while summers reach 83°F in July. Annual precipitation is 57.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Temperature

67°F Jan (20°C) 83°F Jul (28°C)
Annual Average76.1°F
41% above US avg
January Average67°F (20°C)
July Average83°F (28°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall57.2 inches
50% above US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median41.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation10 ft (3 m)
Area0.2 sq mi (0.6 km²)
Population Density3,458/sq mi
Coordinates25.7617°N, 80.1423°W
County FIPS12086
It is classified as Metro — 1 million+. 73.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (117% above US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 11.5-point margin. 100.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 55.4%
D 43.9%

Winner: Republican by 11.5 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+73.2%
117% above US avg
High School+100.0%
School Test Score5.60
A+ Education Grade (5.0/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 1Metro — 1 million+
Population Density3,458/sq mi
Total Area0.2 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access100.0%
Public Libraries63
Healthcare Facilities11,061
Restaurants6,356
Retail Stores10,749

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)290

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute47.0 min
Drive Alone19.9%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home73.9%

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