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Howey-in-the-Hills, FL

Florida · Lake County · Orlando-Kissimmee-Sanford Metro

Howey-in-the-Hills is a small town in Florida with a population of 2,279. Residents earn $93,403 per year, which is 24% above the national average.

3.6 /5.0
B+ Good
2,279 Population 723/sq mi density
$93,403 Median Income $40,109 per capita
$362,300 Home Value $375,226 Zillow
$1,651 Median Rent 32.0% income on rent
73°F Avg Temperature 330 sunny days/yr
253 Violent Crime/100K 1,266 property/100K
B+
Overall
3.6 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
4.9 / 5.0
$93,403 median income, 1.4% unemployment
A
Affordability
4.5 / 5.0
$362,300 home value, $1,651/mo rent
F
Safety
1.0 / 5.0
253 violent crimes/100K (33% below avg)
B+
Education
3.8 / 5.0
35.6% bachelor's degree or higher

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Full City Profile
Median Income $93,403
24% higher than US avg
Home Value $362,300
29% higher than US avg
Violent Crime 253/100K
33% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 35.6%
6% higher than US avg
Median Rent $1,651
42% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 34.6%
8% higher than US avg
Unemployment 1.4%
61% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 2.1%
83% lower than US avg

How Howey-in-the-Hills Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)

People

Population2,279
Median Age45.3 yrs
Density723/mi²
Male / Female53% / 47%
Largest GroupWhite 83%
Veterans9.2%

Economy

A+
Median Income$93,403
Per Capita$40,109
Unemployment1.4%
Poverty2.1%
County GDP$17,949M
Commute30 min

Housing

A
Home Value$362,300
Rent$1,651
Ownership87.7%
Zillow$375,226
Housing Units896
Rent Burden32.0%

Crime

F
Violent253/100K
Property1,266/100K
Murder0.0/100K
Assault253/100K
Burglary169/100K

Health

Obesity34.6%
Uninsured12.7%
Smoking12.8%
Depression19.6%
Heart Disease5.6%

Climate

Avg Temp73°F (23°C)
AQI41 (Good)
Rain43.8 in/yr
Sunny Days330/yr
Elevation85 ft (26 m)

Education

B+
Bachelor's+35.6%
High School+92.9%
Graduate+10.8%
School Score5.58

Community

2024 VoteR 62% / D 37%
Commute30 min
Broadband93.7%
EV Stations1
Libraries16

Is Howey-in-the-Hills a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Howey-in-the-Hills receives an overall livability score of 3.6 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, low unemployment, low crime rates, abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include a high uninsured rate. Howey-in-the-Hills offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Howey-in-the-Hills is $93,403, 24% above the national average of $75,149. Residents generally enjoy above-average earning potential. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.4%. Only 2.1% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 30 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Howey-in-the-Hills is $362,300, 29% above the national median. Renters pay a median of $1,651 per month, significantly above the national average of $1,163. A price-to-income ratio of 3.9x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Safety & Crime

Violent crime in Howey-in-the-Hills is below the national average at 253 per 100,000 residents (U.S. avg: 380). Property crime occurs at a rate of 1,266 per 100,000, 35% below the national average.

Education

Educational attainment is solid, with 35.6% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 92.9% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.6/10.

Climate & Weather

Howey-in-the-Hills has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 73°F. Winters average 59°F in January while summers reach 83°F in July. With 330 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 43.8 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Howey-in-the-Hills has a population of 2,279 with a density of 723 people per square mile, spread across 3.2 square miles. The median age is 45.3 years, 16% older than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 47.4% female and 52.6% male. The city is predominantly White (83.3%), with 2.5% Hispanic, 6.3% Black. English is the primary language spoken at home by 91.7% of residents, while 8.3% speak Spanish. 9.2% of the population are veterans, above the national rate of 6.0%. 16.1% of residents have a disability (above the 13.0% national average). 94.3% have health insurance coverage.

Population

2,279
Total Population
723
People / sq mi
45.3yrs
Median Age
16% above US avg
3.2mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 52.6%
Female 47.4%

Race & Ethnicity

Howey-in-the-Hills vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only 91.7%
17% above US avg
Spanish 8.3%
38% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Howey-in-the-Hills vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Howey-in-the-Hills is $93,403, which is 24% above the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $40,109. The average weekly wage is $1,021, 29% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 1.4% (below the 3.6% US average). 2.1% of residents live below the poverty line, lower than the national rate of 12.4%. The area has 10,822 business establishments, including 679 restaurants. The cost of living index is 103.4, roughly in line with the national average. Workers commute an average of 30 minutes. 16.9% of workers work from home.

Income: Howey-in-the-Hills vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$93,403
24% above US avg
Per Capita Income$40,109
Avg Weekly Wage$1,021
IRS Avg AGI$74,874
Gini Index0.430 (0=equal, 1=unequal)

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.4%
61% below US avg
Poverty Rate2.1%
83% below US avg
Establishments (County)10,822
County GDP$17,949M

Business (County)

Restaurants679
Healthcare1,072
Retail1,126
Manufacturing196

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$5,605
60% above US avg
Cost of Living103.40 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate1.55%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time30.2 min
Drive Alone70.6%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home16.9%

Walkability

The median home value in Howey-in-the-Hills is $362,300, 29% above the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $375,226. Homes sell for 95.1% of their list price, suggesting buyers have room to negotiate. Monthly rent averages $1,651 (42% above the national average of $1,163). Fair market rent ranges from $1,296 for a one-bedroom to $1,526 for a two-bedroom apartment. 87.7% of housing units are owner-occupied (above the 65.4% national rate). There are 896 total housing units in the city. The median year a home was built is 1987. The average annual property tax is $5,605 (higher than the $3,500 national average). 32.0% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing. The home price-to-income ratio is 3.9x.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$362,300
29% above US avg
Zillow ZHVI$375,226
Median List Price$344,000

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$344,000
$/Sq Ft$243
Homes Sold1
Sale-to-List Ratio95.1%
Price Drops34.6%
Inventory26

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,651
42% above US avg
Rent Burden32.0%

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

Homeownership87.7%
Owner-Occupied87.7%
Renter-Occupied12.3%
Housing Units896
Median Year Built1987

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$5,605
60% above US avg
Effective Rate1.55%
In Howey-in-the-Hills, 34.6% of adults are obese, above the national rate of 32.1%. 10.1% have diabetes. Heart disease affects 5.6% of residents. 30.1% have high blood pressure. 12.8% are current smokers. 18.4% report binge drinking. 21.8% are physically inactive. 19.6% report depression. 18.0% experience frequent mental distress. 12.7% of residents lack health insurance (above the 8.6% national rate). The primary care physician ratio is 1:1,706. The dentist ratio is 1:2,082. 83.8% of residents have access to exercise opportunities. The food environment index is 7.6 out of 10.

Health Metrics: Howey-in-the-Hills vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity34.6%
8% above US avg
Diabetes10.1%
Heart Disease5.6%
High Blood Pressure30.1%
Asthma9.8%
COPD6.0%
Cancer7.7%
Stroke2.8%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking12.8%
9% below US avg
Binge Drinking18.4%
Physical Inactivity21.8%
Depression19.6%
Mental Distress18.0%
Physical Distress13.0%
Short Sleep37.8%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate94.3%
Uninsured12.7%
48% above US avg
Primary Care1:1,706
Dentists1:2,082
Mental Health1:789
Checkup Rate75.2%
Dental Visits56.5%
Premature Death9,159/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.6/10
Exercise Access83.8%
Healthcare Facilities1,072
Howey-in-the-Hills has a violent crime rate of 253 per 100,000 residents, 33% below the national average of 380. This breaks down to aggravated assault at 253.2 per 100,000, robbery at 0.0, rape at 0.0. The murder rate is 0.0 per 100,000 (below the national rate of 6.3). Property crime stands at 1,266 per 100,000, 35% below the U.S. average. This includes larceny/theft at 1,013, burglary at 169, vehicle theft at 84 per 100,000 residents. The county recorded 65 fatal traffic crashes. Overall, Howey-in-the-Hills receives a safety grade of F.

Crime Rates: Howey-in-the-Hills vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)

Violent Crime

Total Violent253.2/100K
33% below US avg
Murder0.0/100K
100% below US avg
Rape0.0/100K
Robbery0.0/100K
Assault253.2/100K

Property Crime

Total Property1,265.8/100K
35% below US avg
Burglary168.8/100K
Theft1,012.7/100K
Vehicle Theft84.4/100K
Arson0.0/100K

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)65
Traffic Accidents18
Avg Accident Severity2.2 / 4.0

Safety Score

Safety GradeF
Safety Score1.0 / 5.0
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Howey-in-the-Hills has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 73°F (23°C). Winters average 59°F in January while summers reach 83°F in July. The area gets 330 sunny days per year, well above the U.S. average of 205 / making it one of the sunnier locations in the country. Annual precipitation totals 43.8 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41. The city sits at an elevation of 85 feet.

Temperature

59°F Jan (15°C) 83°F Jul (28°C)
Annual Average72.8°F
35% above US avg
January Average59°F (15°C)
July Average83°F (28°C)
Sunny Days330 days/yr

Geography

Elevation85 ft (26 m)
Area3.2 sq mi (8.2 km²)
Population Density723/sq mi
Coordinates28.7044°N, 81.7840°W
TimezoneAmerica/New_York
CountyLake County County
Nearest AirportLeesburg International (LEE)
8 miles away

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 43.8"
15% above US avg
Wettest Month (Aug) 7.05"
Driest Month (Nov) 2.20"

Air Quality

AQI Median41.0
RatingGood

Air Pollutants (EPA 2023)

Ozone (O₃)0.0415 ppm

Natural Hazard Risk

Overall RiskRelatively Moderate
Risk Score91.9 / 100
Social Vulnerability49.3 / 100
Community Resilience49.8 / 100

Hazard Breakdown

Tornado Relatively High
Hurricane Relatively High
Earthquake Relatively Low
Wildfire Relatively Moderate
Flood Relatively Moderate
Hail Relatively Low
Strong Wind Very High
Heat Wave Relatively Moderate
Winter Weather No Rating
Lightning Very High
Drought Relatively Low
Cold Wave Relatively Low
Landslide Relatively Low
Coastal Flood Very Low
Source: FEMA National Risk Index v1.20 (Dec 2025)

Hurricane History

24 hurricanes (Cat 1+) within 500 km since 1980. Strongest: Category 5. Most recent: Helene (2024, Cat 4).

Year Name Category Closest
2024 Milton Category 4 82 km
2024 Helene Category 4 228 km
2024 Debby Category 1 200 km
2023 Idalia Category 4 220 km
2022 Ian Category 5 130 km
2022 Nicole Category 1 190 km
2021 Elsa Category 1 272 km
2019 Dorian Category 3 230 km
2017 Irma Category 2 69 km
2016 Matthew Category 4 133 km
2016 Hermine Category 1 273 km
2014 Arthur Category 1 295 km
2005 Wilma Category 3 265 km
2005 Ophelia Category 1 243 km
2004 Charley Category 4 70 km
2004 Jeanne Category 3 81 km
2004 Frances Category 2 136 km
2000 Gordon Category 1 212 km
1999 Floyd Category 3 288 km
1999 Irene Category 1 183 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980–2026)

Tornado History

768 tornadoes (EF0+) within 100 km since 1950. Strongest: EF3. Total: 72 fatalities, 825 injuries.

Date Rating Distance Fatalities
Feb 2, 2007 EF3 32 km 8
Feb 2, 2007 EF3 34 km 13
Feb 22, 1998 EF3 42 km 13
Feb 22, 1998 EF3 26 km 3
Feb 22, 1998 EF3 61 km 25
Nov 1, 1997 EF3 90 km 0
Apr 9, 1983 EF3 68 km 3
Mar 19, 1981 EF3 42 km 0
Dec 31, 1975 EF3 56 km 1
Mar 5, 1970 EF3 97 km 0
Oct 12, 2023 EF2 82 km 0
Aug 18, 2020 EF2 57 km 0
Oct 18, 2019 EF2 84 km 0
Sep 10, 2017 EF2 62 km 0
Sep 10, 2017 EF2 92 km 0
Jun 24, 2012 EF2 85 km 0
Dec 25, 2006 EF2 89 km 0
Dec 25, 2006 EF2 59 km 0
Dec 25, 2006 EF2 69 km 0
Mar 29, 2001 EF2 65 km 0
Source: NOAA SPC (EF0+, 1950–2024)

Wildfire History

20 wildfires (100+ acres) within 100 km. Largest: UNNAMED (121,213 ac, 1998).

Year Name Acres Distance
1998 UNNAMED 121,213 79 km
1998 UNNAMED 45,954 82 km
1985 UNNAMED 19,129 82 km
2011 IRON HORSE 18,234 84 km
2001 STAGECOACH COMPLEX 14,079 51 km
2006 JUNIPER 11,998 58 km
1998 UNNAMED 9,972 79 km
1998 UNNAMED 9,705 60 km
1985 UNNAMED 9,554 98 km
1993 UNNAMED 9,422 84 km
1985 UNNAMED 8,382 81 km
2009 JUNIPER SPRINGS 8,363 59 km
2017 NORTH CANE 7,024 84 km
2007 UNNAMED 6,345 86 km
1995 UNNAMED 5,474 48 km
2011 ESPANOLA FIRE 5,468 100 km
1986 UNNAMED 5,442 99 km
2012 UNNAMED 5,431 39 km
1991 UNNAMED 4,948 96 km
2006 EUREKA PALM 4,673 96 km
Source: NIFC/IRWIN (100+ acres)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 59°F (15°C) 2.8 in Coldest
February 60°F (16°C) 3.2 in
March 65°F (18°C) 3.7 in
April 70°F (21°C) 2.3 in
May 75°F (24°C) 3.7 in
June 80°F (27°C) 6.9 in
July 83°F (28°C) 7.0 in Warmest
August 81°F (27°C) 7.1 in Wettest
September 80°F (27°C) 5.9 in
October 74°F (23°C) 2.6 in
November 67°F (19°C) 2.2 in Driest
December 61°F (16°C) 2.3 in

Howey-in-the-Hills has a seasonal temperature swing of 24°F / from 59°F in January to 83°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 49.7 inches, with August being the wettest month (7.1") and November the driest (2.2").

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Howey-in-the-Hills is located in Lake County. It is classified as Metro / 1 million+, part of a metropolitan area. 35.6% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 6% above the national average of 33.7%. 92.9% have completed high school. 10.8% hold a graduate or professional degree. Area schools have an average test score of 5.6 out of 10. In the 2024 presidential election, the county voted Republican with 62% of the vote, a 24.7-point margin. 93.7% of households have broadband internet access. The area has 1 EV charging stations. There are 16 public libraries serving the community. 1,072 healthcare facilities operate in the area. 70.6% of workers drive alone to work.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 62%
D 37.3%

Winner: Republican by 24.7 points

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)65
Traffic Accidents18
Avg Accident Severity2.2 / 4.0
F Safety Grade (1.0/5.0)

Education

Bachelor's Degree+35.6%
6% above US avg
High School+92.9%
Graduate Degree+10.8%
School Test Score5.58
B+ Education Grade (3.8/5.0)

Area & Infrastructure

RUCC Code 1Metro / 1 million+
Population Density723/sq mi
Total Area3.2 sq mi
CountyLake County County

Services

Broadband Access93.7%
Avg Download Speed151.2 Mbps
Avg Upload Speed13.8 Mbps
Max Download Speed1,000 Mbps
EV Charging Stations1
Alt Fuel Stations1
Public Libraries16
Healthcare Facilities1,072
Restaurants679
Retail Stores1,126

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute30.2 min
Drive Alone70.6%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home16.9%
Average costs for common services in Howey-in-the-Hills. Prices are estimated based on regional cost of living data and may vary by provider.

Healthcare

Doctor Visit (Primary Care) $259 ($155–$414)
Specialist Visit $362 ($207–$569)
Urgent Care Visit $207 ($103–$362)
Emergency Room Visit $2,275 ($827–$5,170)
Dental Cleaning $134 ($78–$207)
Dental Filling $259 ($155–$414)
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Auto Repair

Oil Change (Conventional) $47 ($26–$78)
Oil Change (Synthetic) $78 ($52–$124)
Brake Pad Replacement $310 ($155–$517)
Tire Rotation $41 ($21–$78)
New Tires (Set of 4) $620 ($414–$1,034)
Battery Replacement $207 ($103–$362)
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Home Services

Plumber (Per Hour) $103 ($62–$155)
Electrician (Per Hour) $93 ($52–$145)
HVAC Repair $414 ($155–$827)
HVAC System Install $7,238 ($4,136–$12,408)
Roof Repair $1,034 ($414–$2,068)
Roof Replacement $9,306 ($5,687–$15,510)
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Legal

Divorce (Uncontested) $1,551 ($517–$3,619)
Divorce (Contested) $15,510 ($5,170–$31,020)
DUI Defense $5,170 ($2,068–$10,340)
Bankruptcy (Chapter 7) $1,551 ($827–$3,102)
Will Preparation $517 ($207–$1,034)
Trust Preparation $2,585 ($1,034–$5,170)
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Personal Care

Men's Haircut $26 ($16–$47)
Women's Haircut $57 ($31–$103)
Hair Coloring (Full) $155 ($78–$259)
Manicure $26 ($16–$47)
Pedicure $41 ($26–$67)
Massage (1 Hour) $83 ($52–$134)
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Food & Grocery

Gallon of Milk (per gallon) $4.24 ($3.10–$5.69)
Dozen Eggs (per dozen) $3.62 ($2.59–$5.17)
Loaf of Bread $3.93 ($2.59–$5.69)
Chicken Breast (per lb) $4.65 ($3.10–$6.72)
Ground Beef (per lb) $5.69 ($4.14–$7.76)
Rice (per lb) $1.03 ($0.62–$1.86)
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Utilities

Electricity (Monthly) $145 ($83–$259)
Natural Gas (Monthly) $72 ($31–$155)
Water/Sewer (Monthly) $72 ($41–$124)
Internet (Monthly) $72 ($41–$103)
Cell Phone Plan (Monthly) $67 ($31–$103)
Cable TV (Monthly) $88 ($52–$155)
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Transportation

Monthly Parking (Downtown) $207 ($78–$517)
Car Insurance (Annual) $2,068 ($1,241–$3,619)
Bus Pass (Monthly) $72 ($31–$134)
Taxi/Uber (5-Mile Ride) $16 ($8.27–$26)
Car Registration (Annual) $103 ($31–$259)
Driver's License Renewal $31 ($16–$78)
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Education & Childcare

Daycare (Infant, Monthly) $1,241 ($620–$2,585)
Daycare (Toddler, Monthly) $1,034 ($517–$2,068)
After-School Care (Monthly) $414 ($207–$724)
Tutoring (Per Hour) $52 ($26–$103)
SAT/ACT Prep Course $1,034 ($414–$2,585)
Private School (K-12, Annual) $12,925 ($5,170–$31,020)
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Pets

Vet Visit (Routine Checkup) $62 ($31–$103)
Dog Vaccination (Annual) $103 ($52–$207)
Dog Grooming $62 ($31–$103)
Pet Boarding (Per Night) $41 ($21–$78)
Dog Spay/Neuter $310 ($155–$517)
Cat Spay/Neuter $207 ($103–$414)
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Childcare

Center-Based (monthly)
Infant$866
Toddler$727
Preschool$714
Family Childcare (monthly)
Infant$758
Toddler$650
Preschool$650
Source: DOL Women's Bureau (2022)

Top Industries in Lake County

Largest private-sector industries by employment (BLS QCEW 2024 data, county level).

Industry Jobs Establishments Avg Annual Pay Location Quotient
Health Care & Social Assistance 20,903 1,388 $58,849 1.24
Retail Trade 19,223 1,251 $39,135 1.64
Accommodation & Food Services 12,949 781 $27,019 1.21
Construction 12,225 1,454 $72,902 1.98
Administrative & Waste Services 7,242 881 $47,925 1.05
Manufacturing 4,864 299 $63,057 0.50
Professional & Technical Services 4,590 1,197 $89,949 0.56
Transportation & Warehousing 4,252 281 $51,030 0.86
Other Services 3,323 728 $44,480 0.94
Finance & Insurance 2,295 485 $79,377 0.48
Agriculture & Forestry 2,293 143 $48,865 2.41
Arts & Entertainment 2,183 185 $25,596 1.11
Educational Services 2,138 121 $46,227 0.88
Wholesale Trade 2,064 357 $64,917 0.45
Real Estate 1,965 607 $44,175 1.08
Information & Technology 1,123 183 $108,861 0.51
Management of Companies 464 62 $78,785 0.23
Utilities 336 35 $85,871 0.75
Unclassified 166 272 $48,486 1.01
Mining & Oil/Gas 147 15 $79,039 0.33

Radio Stations near Howey-in-the-Hills

6 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
Hank's Old Time Radio old time radio MP3 32 kbps
W.D.O.P.E. Dopetrackz Radio beats, dopetrackz MP3
Viva FM Orlando 99.5 Orange County/103.7 Osceola County classic salsa, latin MP3 128 kbps
WDBO talk radio AAC+ 49 kbps
89.5 WMFV News news, news talk MP3 64 kbps
WXJB-FM news, talk AAC+ 64 kbps

Campgrounds Near Howey-in-the-Hills

11 campgrounds found near Howey-in-the-Hills.

NameRatingSitesPrice
MILL DAM GROUP CAMP 4.8/5 1 $100
RIVER FOREST GROUP SITE 4.6/5 1 $200
CLEARWATER LAKE REC AREA 4.5/5 38 $38
DOE LAKE GROUP SITE 4.4/5 1 $350
BUCK LAKE GROUP CAMPGROUND 4.3/5 1 $70
LAKE DORR CABIN 4.3/5 1 $200
Alexander Springs Recreation Area 4.2/5 66 $38–$70
JUNIPER SPRINGS REC AREA 4.2/5 77 $38–$70
Big Bass Campground (FL) 4.1/5 19 $15
BIG SCRUB CAMPGROUND 4.0/5 46 $20–$30
Lake Dorr Campground 3.7/5 34 $20

National Parks Near Howey-in-the-Hills

28 national parks and monuments found near Howey-in-the-Hills.

ParkTypeFee
Alafia River State Park State Park Free
Bicentennial Youth Park Environmental Learning Center State Park Free
Blue Spring State Park State Park Free
Bulow Creek State Park State Park Free
Colt Creek State Park State Park Free
De Leon Springs State Park State Park Free
Dunns Creek State Park State Park Free
Ellie Schiller Homosassa Springs Wildlife State Park State Park Free
Faver-Dykes State Park State Park Free
Florida Museum Of Natural History/Harn Museum Of Art State Park Free
Fort Cooper State Park State Park Free
Hillsborough River State Park State Park Free
Hontoon Island State Park State Park Free
Lake Griffin State Park State Park Free
Lake Kissimmee State Park State Park Free
North Peninsula State Park State Park Free
President's Park State Park Free
Rainbow Springs State Park State Park Free
Ravine Gardens State Park State Park Free
Riverside Park State Park Free
Silver River State Park State Park Free
Tomoka State Park State Park Free
Tuscawilla Park State Park Free
Washington Oaks Gardens State Park State Park Free
Weeki Wachee Springs State Park State Park Free
Wekiwa Springs State Park State Park Free
Werner-Boyce Salt Springs State Park State Park Free
Ybor City Museum State Park State Park Free

Trails Near Howey-in-the-Hills

92 trails found near Howey-in-the-Hills.

TrailMilesSurfaceHikeBikeHorse
PRAIRIE RIDING LOOP 37.8 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
PAISLEY WOODS MTN BIKE 20.1 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
FNST - SEMINOLE SECTION 14.2 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
LAM HORSE TRAIL 14.2 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
FLATWOODS RIDING LOOP 13.9 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
FNST - SEMINOLE SECTION 12.8 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
FLATWOODS RIDING LOOP 11.9 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
FLATWOODS RIDING LOOP 9.1 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
BAPTIST RIDING LOOP 8.6 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
CENTENNIAL TRAIL 6.7 NATIVE MATERIAL
ST. FRANCIS TRAIL 5.9 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
CENTENNIAL TRAIL 5.4 NATIVE MATERIAL
CENTENNIAL TRAIL 4.9 NATIVE MATERIAL
BAPTIST RIDING LOOP 4.7 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
CENTENNIAL TRAIL 3.7 NATIVE MATERIAL
CENTENNIAL TRAIL 3.7 NATIVE MATERIAL
CENTENNIAL TRAIL 3.6 NATIVE MATERIAL
CENTENNIAL TRAIL 3.4 NATIVE MATERIAL
WANDERING WIREGRASS 3.2 NATIVE MATERIAL
BAPTIST RIDING LOOP 2.7 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
CENTENNIAL TRAIL 2.6 NATIVE MATERIAL
WANDERING WIREGRASS 2.3 NATIVE MATERIAL
SOUTH LOOP 2.0 NATIVE MATERIAL
SOUTH LOOP 2.0 NATIVE MATERIAL
WANDERING WIREGRASS 1.9 NATIVE MATERIAL
WANDERING WIREGRASS 1.8 NATIVE MATERIAL
FNST - LAKE GEORGE SECTION 1.8 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
FNST - BUCK LAKE SPUR 1.6 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
BAPTIST RIDING LOOP 1.5 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
BAPTIST RIDING LOOP 1.3 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
WANDERING WIREGRASS 1.3 NATIVE MATERIAL
CLEARWATER LAKE LOOP 1.3 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
SOUTH LOOP 1.2 NATIVE MATERIAL
SOUTH LOOP 1.1 NATIVE MATERIAL
WANDERING WIREGRASS 1.0 NATIVE MATERIAL
WANDERING WIREGRASS 0.9 NATIVE MATERIAL
CENTENNIAL TRAIL 0.9 NATIVE MATERIAL
WANDERING WIREGRASS 0.8 NATIVE MATERIAL
WANDERING WIREGRASS 0.7 NATIVE MATERIAL
TIMUCUAN LOOP 0.7 OTHER Yes
WANDERING WIREGRASS 0.7 NATIVE MATERIAL
FNST - LAKE GEORGE SECTION 0.7 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
ALEXANDER SPRINGS SPUR 0.6 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
SCRUB JAY SHORTCUT 0.6 NATIVE MATERIAL
WANDERING WIREGRASS 0.6 NATIVE MATERIAL
JUNIPER SPRINGS NATURE TRAIL 0.6 IMPORTED LOOSE MATERIAL Yes
WANDERING WIREGRASS 0.5 NATIVE MATERIAL
RATTLESNAKE WELL LOOP 0.5 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
TIMUCUAN LOOP 0.4 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
WANDERING WIREGRASS 0.4 NATIVE MATERIAL
SOUTH LOOP 0.4 NATIVE MATERIAL
CENTENNIAL TRAIL 0.3 NATIVE MATERIAL
BIG SCRUB LINK 0.3 NATIVE MATERIAL
WANDERING WIREGRASS 0.2 NATIVE MATERIAL
CENTENNIAL TRAIL 0.2 NATIVE MATERIAL
SOUTH LOOP 0.2 NATIVE MATERIAL
CENTENNIAL TRAIL 0.2 NATIVE MATERIAL
WANDERING WIREGRASS 0.1 NATIVE MATERIAL
WANDERING WIREGRASS 0.1 NATIVE MATERIAL
SOUTH LOOP 0.1 NATIVE MATERIAL
CENTENNIAL TRAIL 0.1 NATIVE MATERIAL
WANDERING WIREGRASS ENTRANCE 0.1 NATIVE MATERIAL
CENTENNIAL TRAIL 0.1 NATIVE MATERIAL
SOUTH LOOP 0.1 NATIVE MATERIAL
CENTENNIAL TRAIL 0.1 NATIVE MATERIAL
CENTENNIAL TRAIL 0.1 NATIVE MATERIAL
WANDERING WIREGRASS 0.1 NATIVE MATERIAL
SOUTH LOOP 0.0 NATIVE MATERIAL
CENTENNIAL TRAIL 0.0 NATIVE MATERIAL
CENTENNIAL TRAIL 0.0 NATIVE MATERIAL
CENTENNIAL TRAIL 0.0 NATIVE MATERIAL
CENTENNIAL TRAIL 0.0 NATIVE MATERIAL
CENTENNIAL TRAIL 0.0 NATIVE MATERIAL
CENTENNIAL TRAIL 0.0 NATIVE MATERIAL
CENTENNIAL TRAIL 0.0 NATIVE MATERIAL
CENTENNIAL TRAIL 0.0 NATIVE MATERIAL
CENTENNIAL TRAIL 0.0 NATIVE MATERIAL
CENTENNIAL TRAIL 0.0 NATIVE MATERIAL
CENTENNIAL TRAIL 0.0 NATIVE MATERIAL
CENTENNIAL TRAIL 0.0 NATIVE MATERIAL
CENTENNIAL TRAIL 0.0 NATIVE MATERIAL
CENTENNIAL TRAIL 0.0 NATIVE MATERIAL
CENTENNIAL TRAIL 0.0 NATIVE MATERIAL
CENTENNIAL TRAIL 0.0 NATIVE MATERIAL
WANDERING WIREGRASS 0.0 NATIVE MATERIAL
CENTENNIAL TRAIL 0.0 NATIVE MATERIAL
CENTENNIAL TRAIL 0.0 NATIVE MATERIAL
SOUTH LOOP 0.0 NATIVE MATERIAL
SOUTH LOOP 0.0 NATIVE MATERIAL
SOUTH LOOP 0.0 NATIVE MATERIAL
SOUTH LOOP 0.0 NATIVE MATERIAL
SOUTH LOOP 0.0 NATIVE MATERIAL

Museums in Howey-in-the-Hills

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
KRISTIN MICHELLE MASON ART GALLERYART MUSEUM$8,153,700
WINTER GARDEN HERITAGE FOUNDATIONHISTORIC PRESERVATION4076563244$472,895
MOUNT DORA CENTER FOR THE ARTSGENERAL MUSEUM3523850049$371,413
TROUT LAKE NATURE CENTERARBORETUM, BOTANICAL GARDEN, OR NATURE CENTER520 COUNTY ROAD 443523577536$142,368
LAKE EUSTIS MUSEUM OF ARTART MUSEUM3524832900$133,522
ATLANTIC COAST LINE & SEABOARD AIR LINE RAILROADS HISTORICAL SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION$59,814
SOUTH LAKE COUNTY HISTORICAL SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION$45,056
MOUNT DORA HISTORICAL SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION450 ROYELLOU3523830006$34,286
OLD TIME RADIOHISTORIC PRESERVATION3527286731$6
ART GALLERYART MUSEUM3527873747
CLIFFORD HOUSEHISTORIC PRESERVATION
EAST LAKE HISTORICAL SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION
EUSTIS HISTORICAL MUSEUMHISTORIC PRESERVATION9044830046
GREATER UMATILLA HISTORICAL SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION299 N TROWELL AVENUE2526692428
GROVELAND HISTORICAL SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION243 S LAKE AVENUE
HAITIAN MUSEUM OF ART AND CULTUREART MUSEUM
HISTORICAL SOCIETY OF TAVARESHISTORIC PRESERVATION
LADY LAKE HISTORICAL SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION107 SOUTH OLD DIXIE HIGHWAY3522594359
LAKE COUNTY HISTORICAL SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION317 W MAIN ST (FIRST FLOOR OF THE LAKE COUNTY HISTORIC COURTHOUSE)3523439890
LEESBURG HERITAGE SOCIETYHISTORY MUSEUM3524359424
MODERNISM MUSEUM MOUNT DORAGENERAL MUSEUM145 EAST FOURTH AVENUE3523850034
MODERNISM MUSEUM OF MOUNT DORAGENERAL MUSEUM
MOUNT DORA HISTORY MUSEUMGENERAL MUSEUM3523830006
MUSEUM OF ART AND CULTURE HAITIANART MUSEUM4074232424
PAN AMERICAN AIRWAYS MUSEUMHISTORY MUSEUM
U.S. AIRLINE INDUSTRY MUSEUM FOUNDATIONHISTORY MUSEUM
VILLAGES GENEALOGICAL SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION3527504004
ZELLWOOD COMMUNITY CENTERGENERAL MUSEUM4078846222

Libraries in Howey-in-the-Hills

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
LAKE COUNTY LIBRARY SYSTEM2401 WOODLEA RD.0.01,797,954
SUMTER COUNTY LIBRARY SYSTEM7375 POWELL ROAD, SUITE 1500.0424,394
EUSTIS MEMORIAL LIBRARY120 NORTH CENTER STREET0.097,442

Farmers Markets in Howey-in-the-Hills

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Brownwood Farmers Market2726 Brownwood BoulevardVisit
Downtown Clermont Farmer's Market691 W. Montrose StreetVisit
Lake County Farmers' and Flea Market2101 N. County Road 45201/01/2015 to 12/31/2015Thu: 8:00 AM-12:00 PM;Visit
Leesburg Saturday Morning Market501 W Main StreetJanuary to DecemberSat:8:00 AM - 1:00 PM;Visit
The Villages Farmers Markets2726 Brownwood BlvdSat: 9:00 AM-2:00 PM;Yes
Windermere Farmer's Market520 Main Street01/01/2014 to 12/31/2014Fri: 9:00 AM-2:00 PM;Yes
Winter Garden Farmers' Market104 S. Lakeview Ave01/01/2013 to 12/31/2013Sat: 9:00 AM-2:00 PM;Visit

Breweries in Howey-in-the-Hills

NameTypeAddressPhoneWebsite
Buffalo Wild WingsWings Joint, Brewery, Sports Bar, Bar, American Restaurant, Fl>wings Joint, Fl>brewery, Fl>sports Ba2465 S Hwy 273525362500Visit
Crooked Can Brewing CompanyBrewery426 W Plant St4073959520Visit
Mount Dora BrewingBrewery441 S Highland St

EV Charging Stations in Howey-in-the-Hills

NameAddressNetworkLevel 2DC FastConnectorsAccess
MISSION INN HOTEL AND CONF10400 County Rd 48ChargePoint Network2J1772public

Cell Towers in Howey-in-the-Hills

AddressStructure TypeHeight (ft)
8325 N. BRADSHAW ROAD (7566)GTOWER98
8325 NORTH BRADSHAW ROAD (7566)GTOWER98
COUNTY ROAD 470 (7562)LTOWER89
14330 EASTSIDE DRIVE (71389)LTOWER88
18250 Scrub Jay Ln. (71386)LTOWER86
18250 Scrub Jay Ln. (71386)LTOWER86
34016 COUNTY ROAD #468 (7558)LTOWER83
24925 HWY 46 (7563)LTOWER82
24925 HWY 46 (7563)LTOWER82
1025 BULLDOG WAY (71403)LTOWER82
1025 BULLDOG WAY (71403)LTOWER82
6084 N. ORANGE BLOSSOM TRAIL (61737)LTOWER81
6084 N ORANGE BLOSSOM TR (61737)LTOWER81
41109 COUNTY ROAD 25A (7552)GTOWER80
41109 COUNTY ROAD 25A (7552)GTOWER80
931 W. Oakland Rd (119041)LTOWER79
921 WEST OAKLAND AVE (119041)LTOWER79
6435 BLUE CEDAR ROAD (71391)LTOWER76
13011 CR 101 (14854)LTOWER61
13473 WEST HIGHWAY 441 (71390)LTOWER56
41250 Emeralda Island Road (71402)MTOWER52
41250 EMERALD ISLAND ROAD (71402)MTOWER52
11043 True Life Way (140161)MTOWER52

Amtrak Stations in Howey-in-the-Hills

1 Amtrak stations.

StationAddressType
The Villages-Lady Lake, FL13535 North US Highway 441BUS

Superfund Sites Near Howey-in-the-Hills

2 EPA Superfund sites (hazardous waste cleanup locations).

SiteAddressCounty
COVANTA LAKE II INC3830 ROGERS INDUSTRIAL PARK RDLAKE
LAKE COGENERATION39001 GOLDEN GEM DRLAKE

Airports Near Howey-in-the-Hills

50 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Orlando International AirportMCOLarge Airport
Orlando Sanford International AirportSFBLarge Airport
Tampa International AirportTPALarge Airport
Daytona Beach International AirportDABMedium Airport
Kissimmee Gateway AirportISMMedium Airport
Lakeland Linder International AirportLALMedium Airport
Leesburg International AirportLEEMedium Airport
Orlando Executive AirportORLMedium Airport
Arliss M AirportSmall Airport
Back Achers AirportSmall Airport
Big Oaks Ranch AirportSmall Airport
Blackwater Creek UltralightportSmall Airport
Bob White FieldSmall Airport
Bradshaw Tree Farm AirportSmall Airport
Britt Brown & Porter Ranch AirportSmall Airport
Brooksville–Tampa Bay Regional AirportSmall Airport
Burntwood Ranch AirportSmall Airport
Cedar Knoll Flying Ranch AirportSmall Airport
Cherokee Ranch AirportSmall Airport
Cheryl-Lane Landings AirportSmall Airport
Chinsegut AirportSmall Airport
Connells Wahoo AirportSmall Airport
Croom A Chobee AirportSmall Airport
Cross Creek Farms AirportSmall Airport
Crosswind Farm AirportSmall Airport
Cub Haven AirportSmall Airport
Deep Woods Ranch AirportSmall Airport
Deland Municipal Sidney H Taylor FieldSmall Airport
Downsers Field / Albatross AirstripSmall Airport
Drake Ranch AirportSmall Airport
Dunnellon Marion Co & Park of Commerce AirportSmall Airport
Dusty Airpatch AirportSmall Airport
Eagles Nest AerodromeSmall Airport
Early Bird AirportSmall Airport
Field of Dreams AirportSmall Airport
Flanders FieldSmall Airport
Flying 4 Ranch AirportSmall Airport
Flying Baron Estates AirportSmall Airport
Flying Dutchman Ranch AirportSmall Airport
Flying Exotics AirportSmall Airport
Flying Palomino Ranch AirportSmall Airport
Flying W Airranch AirportSmall Airport
Flying-H AirportSmall Airport
Foxraven FieldSmall Airport
Freeflight International AirportSmall Airport
Gator AirparkSmall Airport
Gentry AirportSmall Airport
Geraci AirparkSmall Airport
Gore AirportSmall Airport
Grass Patch AirportSmall Airport

Police Stations in Howey-in-the-Hills

22 police stations.

StationAddressPhone
Astatula Police Department
Center Hill City Police Department
Clermont Police Headquarters3600 South Highway 27
Eustis Police Department
Fruitland Park Police Department
Groveland Police Department
Howey In the Hills Police Department111 N Palm Avenue
Lady Lake Police Station
Lake County Sheriff's Office
Lake County Sheriff's Office - Vehicles
Leesburg Police Department115 East Magnolia Street
Leesburg Police Department
Mascotte Police Department
Mount Dora Police Department1300 North Donnelly Street
Oakland Police Department
Oakland Police Department
Ocoee Police Department
Sumter County Sheriff's Office The Villages Station
Tavares Police Department
Umatilla Police Department
Windermere Police Department
Winter Garden Police Department207 West Plant Street

Grocery Stores in Howey-in-the-Hills

3 grocery stores.

StoreTypeAddress
Dollar General 21805Other22655 CR 455
Howey Food MartConvenience Store102 N Palm Ave
Oxford Family Farms FFABFarmers and Markets23706 N Buckhill Rd

Post Offices in Howey-in-the-Hills

2 post offices.

Post OfficeAddress
Howey - in - the - Hills Post Office
Howey-In-The-Hills Post Office

Treatment Centers in Howey-in-the-Hills

12 treatment centers.

CenterTypePhone
Center for Discovery - OrlandoBoth866-862-3631
Groups Recover TogetherSubstance Abuse888-858-1723
LifeStream Behavioral Center - AIMS ProgramMental Health352-360-6625 x1503
LifeStream Behavioral Center - Childrens Services CenterMental Health352-315-7800
LifeStream Behavioral Center - Crossroads llBoth352-357-1550
LifeStream Behavioral Center - Leesburg Outpatient/WINMental Health352-315-7500
LifeStream Behavioral Center - MAT OcoeeSubstance Abuse407-614-2715
LifeStream Behavioral Center - Our Turning Point RanchMental Health352-315-7500
LifeStream Behavioral Center - South Lake Outpatient CenterBoth352-394-5922
Metro Treatment of Florida LP - New Season Treatment Center 24Substance Abuse352-327-4417 x18205
Recovery VillageSubstance Abuse352-771-2700
Tavares VA ClinicBoth352-253-2900

Churches & Religious Organizations in Howey-in-the-Hills

4 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
COME AS YOU ARE INCORPORATED406 N DIXIE DR
HARBOR BAPTIST FELLOWSHIPPO BOX 156
HOWEY BAPTIST CHURCH212 W CENTRAL AVE
MCDUFFIE FRESH START OUTREACH MINISTRY INC22646 STATE ROAD 19

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Frequently Asked Questions About Howey-in-the-Hills

What is the population of Howey-in-the-Hills?

Howey-in-the-Hills has a population of 2,279 residents and is located in Florida. The population density is 723 people per square mile, spread across 3.2 square miles. The median age of residents is 45.3 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 47.4% female and 52.6% male.

Is Howey-in-the-Hills expensive to live in?

Howey-in-the-Hills has a cost of living roughly in line with the national average, with an index of 103.4 (baseline: 100). The median household income is $93,403, 24% above the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $362,300 (29% above the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $1,651 per month, above the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 3.9x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.

Is Howey-in-the-Hills safe?

Howey-in-the-Hills is safer than the national average, with a violent crime rate of 253 per 100,000 compared to the U.S. rate of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 1,266 per 100,000 (below the national average). Overall, Howey-in-the-Hills receives a safety grade of F based on combined crime data.

What is the weather like in Howey-in-the-Hills?

Howey-in-the-Hills has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 73°F (23°C). Winter temperatures average 59°F in January, while summers reach an average of 83°F in July. The area receives 330 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 43.8 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 41.

How is the job market in Howey-in-the-Hills?

The job market in Howey-in-the-Hills is very strong, with unemployment at just 1.4% / well below the national rate of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $1,021. There are 10,822 business establishments in the area, including 679 restaurants and food service locations. The average commute time is 30 minutes, and 16.9% of workers work from home.

How much does housing cost in Howey-in-the-Hills?

The median home value in Howey-in-the-Hills is $362,300. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $375,226. For renters, the median monthly rent is $1,651. Fair market rent is $1,296 for a 1-bedroom and $1,526 for a 2-bedroom apartment. The homeownership rate is 87.7%. The average annual property tax is $5,605.

How are the schools in Howey-in-the-Hills?

Schools in Howey-in-the-Hills score 5.6 out of 10 on standardized testing, near the national average. 35.6% of adults in Howey-in-the-Hills hold a bachelor's degree or higher, above the national average of 33.7%. 92.9% have completed high school. 10.8% hold a graduate or professional degree.

How healthy is Howey-in-the-Hills?

The obesity rate in Howey-in-the-Hills is 34.6% (above the national rate of 32.1%). 12.8% of adults are smokers. 21.8% are physically inactive. 19.6% of residents report depression. 12.7% lack health insurance (above the national rate). 83.8% of residents have access to exercise opportunities. The primary care physician ratio is 1:1,706.

What is transportation like in Howey-in-the-Hills?

The average commute in Howey-in-the-Hills is 30 minutes. 70.6% of workers drive alone to work, and 16.9% work from home.

What are the demographics of Howey-in-the-Hills?

The racial and ethnic makeup of Howey-in-the-Hills is 83.3% White, 6.3% Black or African American, 2.5% Hispanic or Latino. 91.7% of residents speak only English at home, while 8.3% speak Spanish. 9.2% of the population are military veterans. 16.1% of residents have a disability. 94.3% have health insurance coverage.

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