Florida City, FL

Florida · Metropolitan Area

Florida City is a small city in Florida with a population of 12,791. Residents earn $47,754 per year, which is 36% below the national average.

2.0 /5.0
C Fair
12,791 Population 2,132/sq mi density
$47,754 Median Income $19,215 per capita
$353,200 Home Value $367,359 Zillow
$1,328 Median Rent
78°F Avg Temperature
2,772 Violent Crime/100K 9,039 property/100K
C
Overall
2.0 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C+
Economy
2.9 / 5.0
$47,754 median income, 2.8% unemployment
C
Affordability
2.5 / 5.0
$353,200 home value, $1,328/mo rent
F
Safety
1.0 / 5.0
2,772 violent crimes/100K (629% above avg)
D
Education
1.6 / 5.0
7.5% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $47,754
36% lower than US avg
Home Value $353,200
25% higher than US avg
Violent Crime 2,772/100K
629% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 7.5%
78% lower than US avg
Median Rent $1,328
14% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 37.6%
17% higher than US avg
Unemployment 2.8%
22% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 24.7%
99% higher than US avg

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

People

Population12,791
Median Age32.8 yrs
Density2,132/mi²
Male / Female46% / 54%
Largest GroupWhite 31%

Economy

C+
Median Income$47,754
Per Capita$19,215
Unemployment2.8%
Poverty24.7%
County GDP$260,837M
Commute35 min

Housing

C
Home Value$353,200
Rent$1,328
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$367,359

Crime

F
Violent2,772/100K
Property9,039/100K
Murder8.2/100K
Assault1,735/100K
Burglary1,423/100K

Health

Obesity37.6%
UninsuredN/A
Depression16.0%
Heart Disease8.5%

Climate

Avg Temp78°F
AQI41 (Good)
Rain57.0 in/yr
Elevation2 ft

Education

D
Bachelor's+7.5%
High School+66.9%
School Score5.60

Community

2024 VoteR 55% / D 44%
Commute35 min
EV Stations3
Libraries63

Is Florida City a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Florida City receives an overall livability score of 2.0 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C. Key strengths include low unemployment. Areas to be aware of include elevated crime rates, an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes. Florida City has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Florida City is $47,754, 36% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.8%. The poverty rate of 24.7% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 35 minutes, longer than the typical American commute of 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Florida City is $353,200, 25% above the national median. Renters pay a median of $1,328 per month. With a home price-to-income ratio of 7.4x, housing affordability is a significant challenge for many families.

Safety & Crime

With 2,772 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 9,039 per 100,000, 361% above the national average.

Education

7.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 66.9% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.6/10.

Climate & Weather

Florida City has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 78°F. Winters average 69°F in January while summers reach 84°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 57.0 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Florida City has a population of 12,791 with a density of 2,132 people per square mile. The median age is 32.8 years, 16% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly Black (41.9%), with 30.7% White.

Population

12,791
Total Population
2,132
People / sq mi
32.8yrs
Median Age
16% below US avg
6.0mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 46.4%
Female 53.6%

Race & Ethnicity

Florida City vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only45.1%
43% below US avg
Spanish54.9%
310% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Florida City vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Florida City is $47,754, which is 36% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 2.8% (below the 3.6% US average). 24.7% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 35 minutes.

Income: Florida City vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$47,754
36% below US avg
Per Capita Income$19,215
Avg Weekly Wage$1,492
IRS Avg AGI$111,222

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.8%
22% below US avg
Poverty Rate24.7%
99% above 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 Rate3.43%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time35.4 min
Work from Home7.6%

Walkability

The median home value in Florida City is $353,200, 25% above the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,328 (14% above US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $367,359.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$353,200
25% above US avg
Zillow ZHVI$367,359
Median List Price$399,900

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$399,900
$/Sq Ft$272
Homes Sold15
Sale-to-List Ratio95.3%
Price Drops10.7%
Inventory159

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,328
14% above US avg
Zillow Rent (ZORI)$2,522

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-Occupied30.6%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$12,130
247% above US avg
Effective Rate3.43%
In Florida City, 37.6% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 16.0% report depression. 44.4% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Florida City vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity37.6%
17% above US avg
Diabetes19.5%
Heart Disease8.5%
High Blood Pressure40.0%
Asthma11.1%
COPD9.7%
Stroke5.5%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking12.8%
Physical Inactivity44.4%
Depression16.0%
Mental Distress20.4%
Physical Distress19.6%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate69.5%
Checkup Rate75.2%
Premature Death6,314/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.3/10
Exercise Access98.5%
Healthcare Facilities11,061
Florida City has a violent crime rate of 2,772 per 100,000 residents, 629% above the national average of 380. Property crime stands at 9,039 per 100,000 (361% above US avg). The murder rate is 8.2 per 100,000.

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

Violent Crime

Total Violent2,771.8/100K
629% above US avg
Murder8.2/100K
31% above US avg
Rape74.0/100K
Robbery954.1/100K
Assault1,735.5/100K

Property Crime

Total Property9,039.3/100K
361% above US avg
Burglary1,422.9/100K
Theft7,262.7/100K
Vehicle Theft353.7/100K
Arson0.0/100K

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)290

Safety Score

Safety GradeF
Safety Score1.0 / 5.0
Florida City has an average annual temperature of 78°F (25°C). Winters average 69°F in January while summers reach 84°F in July. Annual precipitation is 57.0 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Temperature

69°F Jan (21°C) 84°F Jul (29°C)
Annual Average77.7°F
44% above US avg
January Average69°F (21°C)
July Average84°F (29°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall57.0 inches
50% above US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median41.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation2 ft (1 m)
Area6.0 sq mi (15.5 km²)
Population Density2,132/sq mi
Coordinates25.4441°N, 80.4677°W
County FIPS12086
It is classified as Metro — 1 million+. 7.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (78% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 11.5-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 55.4%
D 43.9%

Winner: Republican by 11.5 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+7.5%
78% below US avg
High School+66.9%
School Test Score5.60
D Education Grade (1.6/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 1Metro — 1 million+
Population Density2,132/sq mi
Total Area6.0 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

EV Charging Stations3
Alt Fuel Stations3
Public Libraries63
Healthcare Facilities11,061
Restaurants6,356
Retail Stores10,749

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)290
F Safety Grade (1.0/5.0)

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute35.4 min
Work from Home7.6%

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