Holden Lakes, FL

Florida · Metropolitan Area

Holden Lakes is a small town in Florida with a population of 3,506. Residents earn $66,196 per year, which is 12% below the national average.

3.8 /5.0
B+ Good
3,506 Population 3,404/sq mi density
$66,196 Median Income $41,729 per capita
$354,600 Home Value
$1,315 Median Rent
73°F Avg Temperature
B+
Overall
3.8 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.2 / 5.0
$66,196 median income, 3.1% unemployment
B+
Affordability
3.7 / 5.0
$354,600 home value, $1,315/mo rent
B+
Education
3.5 / 5.0
31.7% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $66,196
12% lower than US avg
Home Value $354,600
26% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 31.7%
6% lower than US avg
Median Rent $1,315
13% higher than US avg
Unemployment 3.1%
14% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 2.8%
77% lower than US avg

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

People

Population3,506
Median Age55.0 yrs
Density3,404/mi²
Male / Female52% / 48%
Largest GroupWhite 64%

Economy

A
Median Income$66,196
Per Capita$41,729
Unemployment3.1%
Poverty2.8%
County GDP$160,400M
Commute26 min

Housing

B+
Home Value$354,600
Rent$1,315
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

ObesityN/A
UninsuredN/A

Climate

Avg Temp73°F
AQI41 (Good)
Rain51.5 in/yr
Elevation110 ft

Education

B+
Bachelor's+31.7%
High School+85.8%
School Score5.60

Community

2024 VoteR 43% / D 56%
Commute26 min
Libraries17

Is Holden Lakes a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Holden Lakes receives an overall livability score of 3.8 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, a low poverty rate. Holden Lakes offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Holden Lakes is $66,196, 12% below the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 3.1%, indicating a healthy job market. Only 2.8% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 26 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Holden Lakes is $354,600, 26% above the national median. Renters pay a median of $1,315 per month. The price-to-income ratio of 5.4x means housing costs are stretched relative to local earnings.

Education

31.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 85.8% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.6/10.

Climate & Weather

Holden Lakes has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 73°F. Winters average 61°F in January while summers reach 83°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 51.5 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Holden Lakes has a population of 3,506 with a density of 3,404 people per square mile. The median age is 55.0 years, 41% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (63.9%), with 1.1% Hispanic, 18.8% Black.

Population

3,506
Total Population
3,404
People / sq mi
55.0yrs
Median Age
41% above US avg
1.0mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 52.3%
Female 47.7%

Race & Ethnicity

Holden Lakes vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only72.4%
8% below US avg
Spanish27.6%
106% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Holden Lakes vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Holden Lakes is $66,196, which is 12% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 3.1% (below the 3.6% US average). 2.8% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 26 minutes.

Income: Holden Lakes vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$66,196
12% below US avg
Per Capita Income$41,729
Avg Weekly Wage$1,304
IRS Avg AGI$85,905

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment3.1%
14% below US avg
Poverty Rate2.8%
77% below US avg
Establishments (County)56,038
County GDP$160,400M

Business (County)

Restaurants3,857
Healthcare4,318
Retail5,138
Manufacturing874

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$7,880
125% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate2.22%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time25.5 min
Work from Home20.2%

Walkability

The median home value in Holden Lakes is $354,600, 26% above the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,315 (13% above US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$354,600
26% above US avg
Median List Price$409,950

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$409,950
$/Sq Ft$204
Homes Sold2
Sale-to-List Ratio95.1%
Price Drops70.0%
Inventory10

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,315
13% above 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-Occupied76.6%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$7,880
125% above US avg
Effective Rate2.22%

Health Metrics: Holden Lakes vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Behaviors & Mental Health

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate83.9%
Premature Death7,030/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.0/10
Exercise Access91.3%
Healthcare Facilities4,318

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)200

Safety Score

Holden Lakes has an average annual temperature of 73°F (23°C). Winters average 61°F in January while summers reach 83°F in July. Annual precipitation is 51.5 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Temperature

61°F Jan (16°C) 83°F Jul (28°C)
Annual Average73.0°F
35% above US avg
January Average61°F (16°C)
July Average83°F (28°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall51.5 inches
35% above US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median41.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation110 ft (34 m)
Area1.0 sq mi (2.7 km²)
Population Density3,404/sq mi
Coordinates28.4986°N, 81.3846°W
County FIPS12095
It is classified as Metro — 1 million+. 31.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (6% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Democrat by a 13.6-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 42.5%
D 56.1%

Winner: Democrat by 13.6 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+31.7%
6% below US avg
High School+85.8%
School Test Score5.60
B+ Education Grade (3.5/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 1Metro — 1 million+
Population Density3,404/sq mi
Total Area1.0 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries17
Healthcare Facilities4,318
Restaurants3,857
Retail Stores5,138

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)200

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute25.5 min
Work from Home20.2%

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