Frostproof, FL

Florida · Metropolitan Area

Frostproof is a small town in Florida with a population of 3,289. Residents earn $39,301 per year, which is 48% below the national average.

3.3 /5.0
B Good
3,289 Population 289/sq mi density
$39,301 Median Income $24,934 per capita
$120,500 Home Value $214,516 Zillow
$691 Median Rent
73°F Avg Temperature
B
Overall
3.3 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C+
Economy
2.9 / 5.0
$39,301 median income, 2.9% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$120,500 home value, $691/mo rent
D
Education
2.0 / 5.0
12.3% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $39,301
48% lower than US avg
Home Value $120,500
57% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 12.3%
64% lower than US avg
Median Rent $691
41% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 41.8%
30% higher than US avg
Unemployment 2.9%
19% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 20.0%
61% higher than US avg

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

People

Population3,289
Median Age55.3 yrs
Density289/mi²
Male / Female46% / 54%
Largest GroupWhite 70%

Economy

C+
Median Income$39,301
Per Capita$24,934
Unemployment2.9%
Poverty20.0%
County GDP$44,304M
Commute25 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$120,500
Rent$691
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$214,516

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity41.8%
UninsuredN/A
Depression22.5%
Heart Disease7.1%

Climate

Avg Temp73°F
AQI41 (Good)
Rain52.7 in/yr
Elevation85 ft

Education

D
Bachelor's+12.3%
High School+73.4%
School Score5.60

Community

2024 VoteR 60% / D 39%
Commute25 min
Libraries19

Is Frostproof a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Frostproof receives an overall livability score of 3.3 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes, high obesity rates. Frostproof offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Frostproof is $39,301, 48% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.9%. The poverty rate of 20.0% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 25 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Frostproof is $120,500, 57% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $691 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. A price-to-income ratio of 3.1x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Education

12.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 73.4% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.6/10.

Climate & Weather

Frostproof has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 73°F. Winters average 61°F in January while summers reach 82°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 52.7 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Frostproof has a population of 3,289 with a density of 289 people per square mile. The median age is 55.3 years, 42% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (70.1%), with 3.3% Hispanic, 2.7% Black.

Population

3,289
Total Population
289
People / sq mi
55.3yrs
Median Age
42% above US avg
11.4mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 45.7%
Female 54.3%

Race & Ethnicity

Frostproof vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only83.0%
6% above US avg
Spanish17.0%
27% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Frostproof vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Frostproof is $39,301, which is 48% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 2.9% (below the 3.6% US average). 20.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 25 minutes.

Income: Frostproof vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$39,301
48% below US avg
Per Capita Income$24,934
Avg Weekly Wage$1,071
IRS Avg AGI$63,553

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.9%
19% below US avg
Poverty Rate20.0%
61% above US avg
Establishments (County)17,281
County GDP$44,304M

Business (County)

Restaurants1,064
Healthcare1,371
Retail1,926
Manufacturing425

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$4,985
42% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate4.14%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time25.0 min
Work from Home12.4%

Walkability

The median home value in Frostproof is $120,500, 57% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $691 (41% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $214,516.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$120,500
57% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$214,516
Median List Price$369,450

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$369,450
$/Sq Ft$169
Homes Sold3
Sale-to-List Ratio95.1%
Price Drops34.6%
Inventory26

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$691
41% below 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-Occupied75.6%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,985
42% above US avg
Effective Rate4.14%
In Frostproof, 41.8% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 22.5% report depression. 31.0% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Frostproof vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity41.8%
30% above US avg
Diabetes12.3%
Heart Disease7.1%
High Blood Pressure33.4%
Asthma10.8%
COPD9.1%
Stroke3.8%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking16.7%
Physical Inactivity31.0%
Depression22.5%
Mental Distress21.3%
Physical Distress17.6%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate90.5%
Checkup Rate73.9%
Premature Death9,798/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.1/10
Exercise Access69.9%
Healthcare Facilities1,371

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)121
FEMA Disasters91

Safety Score

Frostproof has an average annual temperature of 73°F (23°C). Winters average 61°F in January while summers reach 82°F in July. Annual precipitation is 52.7 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Temperature

61°F Jan (16°C) 82°F Jul (28°C)
Annual Average73.4°F
36% above US avg
January Average61°F (16°C)
July Average82°F (28°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall52.7 inches
39% above US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median41.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation85 ft (26 m)
Area11.4 sq mi (29.5 km²)
Population Density289/sq mi
Coordinates27.7489°N, 81.5265°W
County FIPS12105
It is classified as Metro — 250K–1M. 12.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (64% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 20.7-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 59.9%
D 39.2%

Winner: Republican by 20.7 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+12.3%
64% below US avg
High School+73.4%
School Test Score5.60
D Education Grade (2.0/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 2Metro — 250K–1M
Population Density289/sq mi
Total Area11.4 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries19
Healthcare Facilities1,371
Restaurants1,064
Retail Stores1,926

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)121
FEMA Disaster Declarations91

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute25.0 min
Work from Home12.4%

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