Homosassa, FL

Florida · Metropolitan Area

Homosassa is a small town in Florida with a population of 2,072. Residents earn $60,889 per year, which is 19% below the national average.

3.8 /5.0
B+ Good
2,072 Population 265/sq mi density
$60,889 Median Income $50,751 per capita
$327,900 Home Value $302,672 Zillow
$3,501 Median Rent 51.0% income on 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
$60,889 median income, 0.6% unemployment
B+
Affordability
3.6 / 5.0
$327,900 home value, $3,501/mo rent
B+
Education
3.7 / 5.0
33.2% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $60,889
19% lower than US avg
Home Value $327,900
16% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 33.2%
1% lower than US avg
Median Rent $3,501
201% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 30.3%
6% lower than US avg
Unemployment 0.6%
83% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 4.1%
67% lower than US avg

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

People

Population2,072
Median Age64.1 yrs
Density265/mi²
Male / Female43% / 57%
Largest GroupWhite 97%

Economy

A
Median Income$60,889
Per Capita$50,751
Unemployment0.6%
Poverty4.1%
County GDP$6,981M
Commute27 min

Housing

B+
Home Value$327,900
Rent$3,501
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$302,672
Rent Burden51.0%

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity30.3%
UninsuredN/A
Depression21.5%
Heart Disease5.8%

Climate

Avg Temp73°F
AQI41 (Good)
Elevation5 ft

Education

B+
Bachelor's+33.2%
High School+87.5%
School Score5.60

Community

2024 VoteR 73% / D 27%
Commute27 min
EV Stations1
Libraries6

Is Homosassa a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Homosassa 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, high health insurance coverage. Homosassa offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Homosassa is $60,889, 19% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.6%. Only 4.1% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 27 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Homosassa is $327,900, 16% above the national median. Renters pay a median of $3,501 per month, significantly above the national average of $1,163. The price-to-income ratio of 5.4x means housing costs are stretched relative to local earnings.

Education

Educational attainment is solid, with 33.2% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 87.5% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.6/10.

Climate & Weather

Homosassa has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 73°F. Winters average 60°F in January while summers reach 83°F in July. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Homosassa has a population of 2,072 with a density of 265 people per square mile. The median age is 64.1 years, 65% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (96.6%).

Population

2,072
Total Population
265
People / sq mi
64.1yrs
Median Age
65% above US avg
7.8mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 43.3%
Female 56.7%

Race & Ethnicity

Homosassa vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only97.9%
25% above US avg
Spanish2.1%
84% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Homosassa vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Homosassa is $60,889, which is 19% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.6% (below the 3.6% US average). 4.1% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 27 minutes.

Income: Homosassa vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$60,889
19% below US avg
Per Capita Income$50,751
Avg Weekly Wage$941
IRS Avg AGI$65,147

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.6%
83% below US avg
Poverty Rate4.1%
67% below US avg
Establishments (County)3,656
County GDP$6,981M

Business (County)

Restaurants235
Healthcare428
Retail445
Manufacturing66

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$4,909
40% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate1.50%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time27.0 min
Work from Home18.6%

Walkability

The median home value in Homosassa is $327,900, 16% above the national average. Monthly rent averages $3,501 (201% above US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $302,672.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$327,900
16% above US avg
Zillow ZHVI$302,672
Median List Price$379,900

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$379,900
$/Sq Ft$408
Homes Sold4
Sale-to-List Ratio93.8%
Price Drops23.7%
Inventory76

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$3,501
201% above US avg
Zillow Rent (ZORI)$1,818
Rent Burden51.0%

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-Occupied95.6%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,909
40% above US avg
Effective Rate1.50%
In Homosassa, 30.3% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 21.5% report depression. 22.2% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity30.3%
6% below US avg
Diabetes8.8%
Heart Disease5.8%
High Blood Pressure27.8%
Asthma10.2%
COPD7.0%
Stroke2.9%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking18.3%
Physical Inactivity22.2%
Depression21.5%
Mental Distress19.3%
Physical Distress13.5%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate97.2%
Checkup Rate74.4%
Premature Death14,552/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment6.4/10
Exercise Access77.4%
Healthcare Facilities428

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)24

Safety Score

Homosassa has an average annual temperature of 73°F (23°C). Winters average 60°F in January while summers reach 83°F in July. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Temperature

60°F Jan (15°C) 83°F Jul (28°C)
Annual Average72.6°F
34% above US avg
January Average60°F (15°C)
July Average83°F (28°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Air Quality

AQI Median41.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation5 ft (2 m)
Area7.8 sq mi (20.2 km²)
Population Density265/sq mi
Coordinates28.7849°N, 82.6076°W
County FIPS12017
It is classified as Metro — under 250K. 33.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (1% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 45.9-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 72.6%
D 26.8%

Winner: Republican by 45.9 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+33.2%
1% below US avg
High School+87.5%
School Test Score5.60
B+ Education Grade (3.7/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 3Metro — under 250K
Population Density265/sq mi
Total Area7.8 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

EV Charging Stations1
Alt Fuel Stations1
Public Libraries6
Healthcare Facilities428
Restaurants235
Retail Stores445

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)24

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute27.0 min
Work from Home18.6%

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