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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
| English Only | 45.1% |
| 43% below US avg | |
| Spanish | 54.9% |
| 310% above US avg |
| Median HH Income | $47,754 |
| 36% below US avg | |
| Per Capita Income | $19,215 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $1,492 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $111,222 |
| Unemployment | 2.8% |
| 22% below US avg | |
| Poverty Rate | 24.7% |
| 99% above US avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 123,309 |
| County GDP | $260,837M |
| Restaurants | 6,356 |
| Healthcare | 11,061 |
| Retail | 10,749 |
| Manufacturing | 2,137 |
| Property Tax (IRS) | $12,130 |
| 247% above US avg | |
| Effective Tax Rate | 3.43% |
| Commute Time | 35.4 min |
| Work from Home | 7.6% |
| Census Median | $353,200 |
| 25% above US avg | |
| Zillow ZHVI | $367,359 |
| Median List Price | $399,900 |
| Median List Price | $399,900 |
| $/Sq Ft | $272 |
| Homes Sold | 15 |
| Sale-to-List Ratio | 95.3% |
| Price Drops | 10.7% |
| Inventory | 159 |
| Census Median Rent | $1,328 |
| 14% above US avg | |
| Zillow Rent (ZORI) | $2,522 |
| Studio | $1,212 |
| 1 Bedroom | $1,296 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1,526 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,971 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $2,261 |
| Owner-Occupied | 30.6% |
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $12,130 |
| 247% above US avg | |
| Effective Rate | 3.43% |
| Obesity | 37.6% |
| 17% above US avg | |
| Diabetes | 19.5% |
| Heart Disease | 8.5% |
| High Blood Pressure | 40.0% |
| Asthma | 11.1% |
| COPD | 9.7% |
| Stroke | 5.5% |
| Binge Drinking | 12.8% |
| Physical Inactivity | 44.4% |
| Depression | 16.0% |
| Mental Distress | 20.4% |
| Physical Distress | 19.6% |
| Insurance Rate | 69.5% |
| Checkup Rate | 75.2% |
| Premature Death | 6,314/100K |
| Food Environment | 8.3/10 |
| Exercise Access | 98.5% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 11,061 |
| Total Violent | 2,771.8/100K |
| 629% above US avg | |
| Murder | 8.2/100K |
| 31% above US avg | |
| Rape | 74.0/100K |
| Robbery | 954.1/100K |
| Assault | 1,735.5/100K |
| Total Property | 9,039.3/100K |
| 361% above US avg | |
| Burglary | 1,422.9/100K |
| Theft | 7,262.7/100K |
| Vehicle Theft | 353.7/100K |
| Arson | 0.0/100K |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 290 |
| Safety Grade | F |
| Safety Score | 1.0 / 5.0 |
| Annual Average | 77.7°F |
| 44% above US avg | |
| January Average | 69°F (21°C) |
| July Average | 84°F (29°C) |
| Annual Rainfall | 57.0 inches |
| 50% above US avg |
| AQI Median | 41.0 |
| Rating | Good |
| Elevation | 2 ft (1 m) |
| Area | 6.0 sq mi (15.5 km²) |
| Population Density | 2,132/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 25.4441°N, 80.4677°W |
| County FIPS | 12086 |
Winner: Republican by 11.5 points
| Bachelor's Degree+ | 7.5% |
| 78% below US avg | |
| High School+ | 66.9% |
| School Test Score | 5.60 |
| RUCC Code 1 | Metro — 1 million+ |
| Population Density | 2,132/sq mi |
| Total Area | 6.0 sq mi |
| EV Charging Stations | 3 |
| Alt Fuel Stations | 3 |
| Public Libraries | 63 |
| Healthcare Facilities | 11,061 |
| Restaurants | 6,356 |
| Retail Stores | 10,749 |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 290 |
| Avg Commute | 35.4 min |
| Work from Home | 7.6% |