Heritage Bay, FL

Florida · Metropolitan Area

Heritage Bay is a small town in Florida with a population of 752. Residents earn $105,972 per year, which is 41% above the national average.

4.5 /5.0
A+ Excellent
752 Population 1,139/sq mi density
$105,972 Median Income $78,463 per capita
$558,800 Home Value
N/A Median Rent
74°F Avg Temperature
A+
Overall
4.5 / 5.0
Excellent overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
5.0 / 5.0
$105,972 median income, 0.0% unemployment
B+
Affordability
3.7 / 5.0
$558,800 home value
A+
Education
4.9 / 5.0
48.9% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $105,972
41% higher than US avg
Home Value $558,800
98% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 48.9%
45% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 22.8%
29% lower than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 2.5%
80% lower than US avg

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

People

Population752
Median Age66.7 yrs
Density1,139/mi²
Male / Female51% / 49%
Largest GroupWhite 94%
Veterans9.1%

Economy

A+
Median Income$105,972
Per Capita$78,463
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty2.5%
County GDP$36,077M
Commute34 min

Housing

B+
Home Value$558,800
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity22.8%
UninsuredN/A
Depression17.1%
Heart Disease4.2%

Climate

Avg Temp74°F
AQI41 (Good)
Rain61.3 in/yr
Elevation19 ft

Education

A+
Bachelor's+48.9%
High School+94.0%
School Score5.60

Community

2024 VoteR 66% / D 33%
Commute34 min
Broadband96.3%
Libraries10

Is Heritage Bay a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Heritage Bay receives an overall livability score of 4.5 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A+. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, low unemployment, a highly educated population, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include high housing costs. Heritage Bay stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Heritage Bay is $105,972, which is significantly higher than the national average — 41% above $75,149. This places Heritage Bay among higher-income communities. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. Only 2.5% 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 Heritage Bay is $558,800, making it a premium housing market at 98% above the U.S. median of $281,900. The price-to-income ratio of 5.3x means housing costs are stretched relative to local earnings.

Education

Educational attainment is solid, with 48.9% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 94.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.6/10.

Climate & Weather

Heritage Bay has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 74°F. Winters average 63°F in January while summers reach 81°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 61.3 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Heritage Bay has a population of 752 with a density of 1,139 people per square mile. The median age is 66.7 years, 71% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (94.1%).

Population

752
Total Population
1,139
People / sq mi
66.7yrs
Median Age
71% above US avg
0.7mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 51.1%
Female 48.9%

Race & Ethnicity

Heritage Bay vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only87.3%
11% above US avg
Spanish12.7%
5% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Heritage Bay vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Heritage Bay is $105,972, which is 41% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 2.5% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 34 minutes.

Income: Heritage Bay vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$105,972
41% above US avg
Per Capita Income$78,463
Avg Weekly Wage$1,308
IRS Avg AGI$231,960

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate2.5%
80% below US avg
Establishments (County)18,444
County GDP$36,077M

Business (County)

Restaurants951
Healthcare1,346
Retail1,506
Manufacturing224

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$16,576
374% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate2.97%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time34.0 min
Drive Alone56.4%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home39.3%

Walkability

The median home value in Heritage Bay is $558,800, 98% above the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$558,800
98% above US avg
Median List Price$492,000

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$492,000
$/Sq Ft$294
Homes Sold4
Sale-to-List Ratio95.0%
Price Drops34.3%
Inventory35

Rental Costs

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-Occupied90.8%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$16,576
374% above US avg
Effective Rate2.97%
In Heritage Bay, 22.8% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 17.1% report depression. 13.5% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Heritage Bay vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity22.8%
29% below US avg
Diabetes6.5%
Heart Disease4.2%
High Blood Pressure24.1%
Asthma8.4%
COPD3.6%
Stroke2.0%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking19.6%
Physical Inactivity13.5%
Depression17.1%
Mental Distress14.1%
Physical Distress9.1%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate94.0%
Checkup Rate74.3%
Premature Death6,600/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.2/10
Exercise Access91.6%
Healthcare Facilities1,346

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)42
FEMA Disasters91

Safety Score

Heritage Bay has an average annual temperature of 74°F (23°C). Winters average 63°F in January while summers reach 81°F in July. Annual precipitation is 61.3 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Temperature

63°F Jan (17°C) 81°F Jul (27°C)
Annual Average73.5°F
36% above US avg
January Average63°F (17°C)
July Average81°F (27°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall61.3 inches
61% above US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median41.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation19 ft (6 m)
Area0.7 sq mi (1.7 km²)
Population Density1,139/sq mi
Coordinates26.2845°N, 81.6624°W
County FIPS12021
It is classified as Metro — 250K–1M. 48.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (45% above US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 33.1-point margin. 96.3% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 66.2%
D 33.2%

Winner: Republican by 33.1 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+48.9%
45% above US avg
High School+94.0%
School Test Score5.60
A+ Education Grade (4.9/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 2Metro — 250K–1M
Population Density1,139/sq mi
Total Area0.7 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access96.3%
Public Libraries10
Healthcare Facilities1,346
Restaurants951
Retail Stores1,506

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)42
FEMA Disaster Declarations91

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute34.0 min
Drive Alone56.4%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home39.3%

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