Homosassa Springs, FL

Florida · Metropolitan Area

Homosassa Springs is a small city in Florida with a population of 15,465. Residents earn $48,489 per year, which is 35% below the national average.

3.4 /5.0
B Good
15,465 Population 614/sq mi density
$48,489 Median Income $25,018 per capita
$146,600 Home Value
$1,014 Median Rent
73°F Avg Temperature
B
Overall
3.4 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.3 / 5.0
$48,489 median income, 3.8% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$146,600 home value, $1,014/mo rent
D
Education
1.8 / 5.0
10.2% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $48,489
35% lower than US avg
Home Value $146,600
48% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 10.2%
70% lower than US avg
Median Rent $1,014
13% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 34.4%
7% higher than US avg
Unemployment 3.8%
6% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 13.5%
9% higher than US avg

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

People

Population15,465
Median Age51.0 yrs
Density614/mi²
Male / Female50% / 50%
Largest GroupWhite 94%

Economy

B
Median Income$48,489
Per Capita$25,018
Unemployment3.8%
Poverty13.5%
County GDP$6,981M
Commute25 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$146,600
Rent$1,014
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity34.4%
UninsuredN/A
Depression22.7%
Heart Disease7.0%

Climate

Avg Temp73°F
AQI41 (Good)
Elevation11 ft

Education

D
Bachelor's+10.2%
High School+85.5%
School Score5.60

Community

2024 VoteR 73% / D 27%
Commute25 min
Libraries6

Is Homosassa Springs a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Homosassa Springs receives an overall livability score of 3.4 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include affordable housing. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes. Homosassa Springs offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Homosassa Springs is $48,489, 35% below the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 3.8%, indicating a healthy job market. 13.5% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 25 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Homosassa Springs is $146,600, 48% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $1,014 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 3x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

10.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 85.5% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.6/10.

Climate & Weather

Homosassa Springs 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 Springs has a population of 15,465 with a density of 614 people per square mile. The median age is 51.0 years, 31% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (93.8%), with 1.6% Hispanic.

Population

15,465
Total Population
614
People / sq mi
51.0yrs
Median Age
31% above US avg
25.2mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 50.1%
Female 49.9%

Race & Ethnicity

Homosassa Springs vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only96.1%
22% above US avg
Spanish3.9%
71% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Homosassa Springs vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Homosassa Springs is $48,489, which is 35% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 3.8% (above the 3.6% US average). 13.5% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 25 minutes.

Income: Homosassa Springs vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$48,489
35% below US avg
Per Capita Income$25,018
Avg Weekly Wage$941
IRS Avg AGI$65,147

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment3.8%
6% above US avg
Poverty Rate13.5%
9% above 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 Rate3.35%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time25.2 min
Work from Home7.1%

Walkability

The median home value in Homosassa Springs is $146,600, 48% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,014 (13% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$146,600
48% below US avg
Median List Price$199,250

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$199,250
$/Sq Ft$160
Homes Sold5
Sale-to-List Ratio98.5%
Price Drops38.2%
Inventory34

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,014
13% below 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-Occupied86.3%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,909
40% above US avg
Effective Rate3.35%
In Homosassa Springs, 34.4% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 22.7% report depression. 28.2% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity34.4%
7% above US avg
Diabetes11.1%
Heart Disease7.0%
High Blood Pressure31.6%
Asthma10.7%
COPD9.2%
Stroke3.7%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking17.2%
Physical Inactivity28.2%
Depression22.7%
Mental Distress21.8%
Physical Distress16.3%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate81.3%
Checkup Rate73.9%
Premature Death14,552/100K

Food & Exercise

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

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)24

Safety Score

Homosassa Springs 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

Elevation11 ft (3 m)
Area25.2 sq mi (65.2 km²)
Population Density614/sq mi
Coordinates28.8093°N, 82.5408°W
County FIPS12017
It is classified as Metro — under 250K. 10.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (70% 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+10.2%
70% below US avg
High School+85.5%
School Test Score5.60
D Education Grade (1.8/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 3Metro — under 250K
Population Density614/sq mi
Total Area25.2 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries6
Healthcare Facilities428
Restaurants235
Retail Stores445

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)24

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute25.2 min
Work from Home7.1%

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