Horizon West, FL

Florida · Metropolitan Area

Horizon West is a mid-size city in Florida with a population of 62,152. Residents earn $123,586 per year, which is 64% above the national average.

4.8 /5.0
A+ Excellent
62,152 Population 1,894/sq mi density
$123,586 Median Income $51,489 per capita
$498,700 Home Value
$2,236 Median Rent
74°F Avg Temperature
A+
Overall
4.8 / 5.0
Excellent overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
5.0 / 5.0
$123,586 median income, 2.2% unemployment
A
Affordability
4.4 / 5.0
$498,700 home value, $2,236/mo rent
A+
Education
5.0 / 5.0
58.1% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $123,586
64% higher than US avg
Home Value $498,700
77% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 58.1%
72% higher than US avg
Median Rent $2,236
92% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 28.8%
10% lower than US avg
Unemployment 2.2%
39% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 4.6%
63% lower than US avg

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

People

Population62,152
Median Age35.6 yrs
Density1,894/mi²
Male / Female47% / 53%
Largest GroupWhite 62%

Economy

A+
Median Income$123,586
Per Capita$51,489
Unemployment2.2%
Poverty4.6%
County GDP$160,400M
Commute28 min

Housing

A
Home Value$498,700
Rent$2,236
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity28.8%
UninsuredN/A
Depression17.5%
Heart Disease4.7%

Climate

Avg Temp74°F
AQI41 (Good)
Rain50.6 in/yr
Elevation105 ft

Education

A+
Bachelor's+58.1%
High School+98.0%
School Score5.60

Community

2024 VoteR 43% / D 56%
Commute28 min
Libraries17

Is Horizon West a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Horizon West receives an overall livability score of 4.8 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. Horizon West stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Horizon West is $123,586, which is significantly higher than the national average — 64% above $75,149. This places Horizon West among higher-income communities. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.2%. Only 4.6% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Horizon West is $498,700, making it a premium housing market at 77% above the U.S. median of $281,900. Renters pay a median of $2,236 per month, significantly above the national average of $1,163. A price-to-income ratio of 4x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Education

Horizon West is a highly educated community — 58.1% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, well above the national average of 33.7%. 98.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.6/10.

Climate & Weather

Horizon West has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 74°F. Winters average 61°F in January while summers reach 84°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 50.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Horizon West has a population of 62,152 with a density of 1,894 people per square mile. The median age is 35.6 years, 8% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (61.8%), with 3.5% Hispanic, 4% Black.

Population

62,152
Total Population
1,894
People / sq mi
35.6yrs
Median Age
8% below US avg
32.8mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 47.2%
Female 52.8%

Race & Ethnicity

Horizon West vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only65.5%
17% below US avg
Spanish34.5%
157% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Horizon West vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Horizon West is $123,586, which is 64% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 2.2% (below the 3.6% US average). 4.6% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 28 minutes.

Income: Horizon West vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$123,586
64% above US avg
Per Capita Income$51,489
Avg Weekly Wage$1,304
IRS Avg AGI$85,905

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.2%
39% below US avg
Poverty Rate4.6%
63% 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 Rate1.58%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time27.9 min
Work from Home28.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Horizon West is $498,700, 77% above the national average. Monthly rent averages $2,236 (92% above US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$498,700
77% above US avg
Median List Price$625,000

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$625,000
$/Sq Ft$249
Homes Sold89
Sale-to-List Ratio98.0%
Price Drops32.6%
Inventory396

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$2,236
92% 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-Occupied69.0%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$7,880
125% above US avg
Effective Rate1.58%
In Horizon West, 28.8% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 17.5% report depression. 17.8% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Horizon West vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity28.8%
10% below US avg
Diabetes8.9%
Heart Disease4.7%
High Blood Pressure27.6%
Asthma8.9%
COPD4.3%
Stroke2.4%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking16.7%
Physical Inactivity17.8%
Depression17.5%
Mental Distress15.1%
Physical Distress10.7%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate94.1%
Checkup Rate76.1%
Premature Death7,030/100K

Food & Exercise

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

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)200

Safety Score

Horizon West has an average annual temperature of 74°F (23°C). Winters average 61°F in January while summers reach 84°F in July. Annual precipitation is 50.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Temperature

61°F Jan (16°C) 84°F Jul (29°C)
Annual Average73.6°F
36% above US avg
January Average61°F (16°C)
July Average84°F (29°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall50.6 inches
33% above US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median41.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation105 ft (32 m)
Area32.8 sq mi (85.0 km²)
Population Density1,894/sq mi
Coordinates28.4402°N, 81.6134°W
County FIPS12095
It is classified as Metro — 1 million+. 58.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (72% above 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+58.1%
72% above US avg
High School+98.0%
School Test Score5.60
A+ Education Grade (5.0/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 1Metro — 1 million+
Population Density1,894/sq mi
Total Area32.8 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

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

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)200

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute27.9 min
Work from Home28.0%

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