Groveland, FL

Florida · Metropolitan Area

Groveland is a small city in Florida with a population of 20,621. Residents earn $92,258 per year, which is 23% above the national average.

4.3 /5.0
A Great
20,621 Population 973/sq mi density
$92,258 Median Income $43,339 per capita
$344,000 Home Value $371,384 Zillow
$1,579 Median Rent
73°F Avg Temperature
A
Overall
4.3 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
4.6 / 5.0
$92,258 median income, 3.4% unemployment
A+
Affordability
4.6 / 5.0
$344,000 home value, $1,579/mo rent
B+
Education
3.8 / 5.0
34.4% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $92,258
23% higher than US avg
Home Value $344,000
22% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 34.4%
2% higher than US avg
Median Rent $1,579
36% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 35.0%
9% higher than US avg
Unemployment 3.4%
6% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 3.2%
74% lower than US avg

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

People

Population20,621
Median Age39.9 yrs
Density973/mi²
Male / Female46% / 54%
Largest GroupWhite 54%

Economy

A+
Median Income$92,258
Per Capita$43,339
Unemployment3.4%
Poverty3.2%
County GDP$17,949M
Commute34 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$344,000
Rent$1,579
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$371,384

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity35.0%
UninsuredN/A
Depression17.5%
Heart Disease5.1%

Climate

Avg Temp73°F
AQI41 (Good)
Rain43.8 in/yr
Elevation114 ft

Education

B+
Bachelor's+34.4%
High School+88.5%
School Score5.60

Community

2024 VoteR 62% / D 37%
Commute34 min
EV Stations2
Libraries16

Is Groveland a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Groveland receives an overall livability score of 4.3 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, low unemployment, a low poverty rate. Groveland stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Groveland is $92,258, 23% above the national average of $75,149. Residents generally enjoy above-average earning potential. Unemployment stands at 3.4%, indicating a healthy job market. Only 3.2% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 34 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Groveland is $344,000, 22% above the national median. Renters pay a median of $1,579 per month, significantly above the national average of $1,163. A price-to-income ratio of 3.7x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Education

Educational attainment is solid, with 34.4% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 88.5% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.6/10.

Climate & Weather

Groveland has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 73°F. Winters average 59°F in January while summers reach 83°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 43.8 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Groveland has a population of 20,621 with a density of 973 people per square mile. The median age is 39.9 years, 3% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (53.8%), with 16.5% Black.

Population

20,621
Total Population
973
People / sq mi
39.9yrs
Median Age
3% above US avg
21.2mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 46.1%
Female 53.9%

Race & Ethnicity

Groveland vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only81.3%
4% above US avg
Spanish18.7%
40% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Groveland vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Groveland is $92,258, which is 23% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 3.4% (below the 3.6% US average). 3.2% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 34 minutes.

Income: Groveland vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$92,258
23% above US avg
Per Capita Income$43,339
Avg Weekly Wage$1,021
IRS Avg AGI$74,874

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment3.4%
6% below US avg
Poverty Rate3.2%
74% below US avg
Establishments (County)10,822
County GDP$17,949M

Business (County)

Restaurants679
Healthcare1,072
Retail1,126
Manufacturing196

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$5,605
60% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate1.63%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time33.8 min
Work from Home11.8%

Walkability

The median home value in Groveland is $344,000, 22% above the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,579 (36% above US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $371,384.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$344,000
22% above US avg
Zillow ZHVI$371,384
Median List Price$399,500

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$399,500
$/Sq Ft$188
Homes Sold40
Sale-to-List Ratio98.2%
Price Drops30.8%
Inventory198

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,579
36% above US avg
Zillow Rent (ZORI)$2,276

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-Occupied87.5%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$5,605
60% above US avg
Effective Rate1.63%
In Groveland, 35.0% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 17.5% report depression. 23.5% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity35.0%
9% above US avg
Diabetes10.7%
Heart Disease5.1%
High Blood Pressure30.0%
Asthma9.7%
COPD5.2%
Stroke2.8%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking17.0%
Physical Inactivity23.5%
Depression17.5%
Mental Distress17.3%
Physical Distress12.8%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate90.5%
Checkup Rate75.7%
Premature Death9,159/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.6/10
Exercise Access83.8%
Healthcare Facilities1,072

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)65

Safety Score

Groveland has an average annual temperature of 73°F (23°C). Winters average 59°F in January while summers reach 83°F in July. Annual precipitation is 43.8 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Temperature

59°F Jan (15°C) 83°F Jul (28°C)
Annual Average72.8°F
35% above US avg
January Average59°F (15°C)
July Average83°F (28°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall43.8 inches
15% above US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median41.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation114 ft (35 m)
Area21.2 sq mi (54.9 km²)
Population Density973/sq mi
Coordinates28.6102°N, 81.8271°W
County FIPS12069
It is classified as Metro — 1 million+. 34.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (2% above US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 24.7-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 62%
D 37.3%

Winner: Republican by 24.7 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+34.4%
2% above US avg
High School+88.5%
School Test Score5.60
B+ Education Grade (3.8/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 1Metro — 1 million+
Population Density973/sq mi
Total Area21.2 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

EV Charging Stations2
Alt Fuel Stations2
Public Libraries16
Healthcare Facilities1,072
Restaurants679
Retail Stores1,126

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)65

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute33.8 min
Work from Home11.8%

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