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Homeland, FL

Florida · Metropolitan Area

Homeland is a small town in Florida with a population of 348. Residents earn $65,769 per year, which is 12% below the national average.

3.6 /5.0
B+ Good
348 Population 809/sq mi density
$65,769 Median Income $27,031 per capita
$153,400 Home Value $204,633 Zillow
$725 Median Rent 18.5% income on rent
73°F Avg Temperature 330 sunny days/yr
B+
Overall
3.6 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.2 / 5.0
$65,769 median income, 0.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$153,400 home value, $725/mo rent
D
Education
1.7 / 5.0
8.9% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $65,769
12% lower than US avg
Home Value $153,400
46% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 8.9%
74% lower than US avg
Median Rent $725
38% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 38.7%
21% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 7.8%
37% lower than US avg

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

People

Population348
Median Age37.4 yrs
Density809/mi²
Male / Female60% / 40%
Largest GroupWhite 81%
Veterans0.0%

Economy

A
Median Income$65,769
Per Capita$27,031
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty7.8%
County GDP$44,304M
Commute33 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$153,400
Rent$725
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$204,633
Housing Units102
Rent Burden18.5%

Health

Obesity38.7%
Uninsured18.4%
Smoking17.2%
Depression22.5%
Heart Disease6.2%

Climate

Avg Temp73°F (23°C)
AQI41 (Good)
Rain50.9 in/yr
Sunny Days330/yr
Elevation144 ft (44 m)

Education

D
Bachelor's+8.9%
High School+79.4%
Graduate+3.2%
School Score5.60

Community

2024 VoteR 60% / D 39%
Commute33 min
Broadband84.7%
Libraries19

Is Homeland a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Homeland receives an overall livability score of 3.6 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include a high uninsured rate, high obesity rates. Homeland offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Homeland is $65,769, 12% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. Only 7.8% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 33 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Homeland is $153,400, 46% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $725 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.3x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

8.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 79.4% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.6/10.

Climate & Weather

Homeland 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. With 330 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 50.9 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Homeland has a population of 348 with a density of 809 people per square mile. The median age is 37.4 years, 4% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (80.7%), with 2.6% Black.

Population

348
Total Population
809
People / sq mi
37.4yrs
Median Age
4% below US avg
0.4mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 60.1%
Female 39.9%

Race & Ethnicity

Homeland vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only97.6%
24% above US avg
Spanish2.4%
82% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Homeland vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Homeland is $65,769, which is 12% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 7.8% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 33 minutes.

Income: Homeland vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$65,769
12% below US avg
Per Capita Income$27,031
Avg Weekly Wage$1,071
IRS Avg AGI$63,553

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate7.8%
37% below 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 Rate3.25%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time33.0 min
Drive Alone100.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Homeland is $153,400, 46% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $725 (38% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $204,633.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$153,400
46% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$204,633

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$725
38% below US avg
Rent Burden18.5%

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-Occupied53.2%
Housing Units102
Median Year Built1958

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,985
42% above US avg
Effective Rate3.25%
In Homeland, 38.7% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 18.4% of residents lack health insurance. 17.2% are current smokers. 22.5% report depression. 27.0% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity38.7%
21% above US avg
Diabetes10.2%
Heart Disease6.2%
High Blood Pressure30.7%
Asthma10.6%
COPD8.0%
Cancer7.6%
Stroke3.3%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking17.2%
23% above US avg
Binge Drinking18.1%
Physical Inactivity27.0%
Depression22.5%
Mental Distress20.6%
Physical Distress16.0%
Short Sleep42.6%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate69.3%
Uninsured18.4%
114% above US avg
Checkup Rate73.4%
Dental Visits51.7%
Premature Death9,798/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.1/10
Exercise Access69.9%
Healthcare Facilities1,371
Homeland 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 50.9 inches. The area enjoys 330 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Temperature

61°F Jan (16°C) 82°F Jul (28°C)
Annual Average73.1°F
35% above US avg
January Average61°F (16°C)
July Average82°F (28°C)
Sunny Days330 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall50.9 inches
34% above US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median41.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation144 ft (44 m)
Area0.4 sq mi (1.1 km²)
Population Density809/sq mi
Coordinates27.8181°N, 81.8270°W
TimezoneAmerica/New_York
County FIPS12105
It is classified as Metro — 250K–1M. 8.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (74% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 20.7-point margin. 84.7% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 59.9%
D 39.2%

Winner: Republican by 20.7 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+8.9%
74% below US avg
High School+79.4%
Graduate Degree+3.2%
School Test Score5.60
D Education Grade (1.7/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 2Metro — 250K–1M
Population Density809/sq mi
Total Area0.4 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access84.7%
Public Libraries19
Healthcare Facilities1,371
Restaurants1,064
Retail Stores1,926

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)121
FEMA Disaster Declarations91

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute33.0 min
Drive Alone100.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

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