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Fort Pierce South, FL
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Fort Pierce South, FL
At a Glance
How Fort Pierce South Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Fort Pierce South's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Fort Pierce South a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Fort Pierce South residents earn a median household income of $42,222 , which is 44% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $29,534. The unemployment rate stands at 2.8% (22% below the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 20.0% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 8,744 business establishments, including 524 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Fort Pierce South is $211,100 , 25% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $273,953. Median rent is $1,059/month, with 45.9% of renters spending more than 30% of income on housing. The cost of living index is 103.4 (100 = national average). The median home was built in 1970.
Safety & Crime
Fort Pierce South reports 1,061 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 179% above the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 4,983/100K.
Education
19.6% of adults in Fort Pierce South hold a bachelor's degree or higher (42% below the national average). 78.1% have completed high school. Local schools score 5.3/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Fort Pierce South has an average annual temperature of 74°F (23°C). Winters average 63°F in January while summers reach 82°F in July. The area gets 330 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 55.9 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.