Hurlburt Field, FL

Florida · Metropolitan Area

Hurlburt Field is a small town in Florida with a population of 2,867. Residents earn $46,683 per year, which is 38% below the national average.

3.0 /5.0
B Good
2,867 Population 284/sq mi density
$46,683 Median Income $21,445 per capita
N/A Home Value
$2,008 Median Rent
70°F Avg Temperature
B
Overall
3.0 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.9 / 5.0
$46,683 median income, 0.0% unemployment
F
Affordability
1.0 / 5.0
$2,008/mo rent
A
Education
4.2 / 5.0
40.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $46,683
38% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 40.0%
19% higher than US avg
Median Rent $2,008
73% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 32.8%
2% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 4.4%
65% lower than US avg

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

People

Population2,867
Median Age23.7 yrs
Density284/mi²
Male / Female49% / 51%
Largest GroupWhite 70%

Economy

B+
Median Income$46,683
Per Capita$21,445
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty4.4%
County GDP$19,003M
Commute14 min

Housing

F
Home ValueN/A
Rent$2,008
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity32.8%
UninsuredN/A
Depression19.4%
Heart Disease5.8%

Climate

Avg Temp70°F
AQI41 (Good)
Rain55.4 in/yr
Elevation34 ft

Education

A
Bachelor's+40.0%
High School+94.5%
School Score5.60

Community

2024 VoteR 71% / D 28%
Commute14 min
Libraries6

Is Hurlburt Field a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Hurlburt Field receives an overall livability score of 3.0 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low unemployment, a highly educated population, a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes. Hurlburt Field offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Hurlburt Field is $46,683, 38% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. Only 4.4% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 14 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

Renters pay a median of $2,008 per month, significantly above the national average of $1,163.

Education

Educational attainment is solid, with 40.0% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 94.5% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.6/10.

Climate & Weather

Hurlburt Field enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 70°F. Winters average 54°F in January while summers reach 84°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 55.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Hurlburt Field has a population of 2,867 with a density of 284 people per square mile. The median age is 23.7 years, 39% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (70.4%), with 6.4% Black.

Population

2,867
Total Population
284
People / sq mi
23.7yrs
Median Age
39% below US avg
10.1mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 49.4%
Female 50.6%

Race & Ethnicity

Hurlburt Field vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only92.9%
18% above US avg
Spanish7.1%
47% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Hurlburt Field vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Hurlburt Field is $46,683, which is 38% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 4.4% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 14 minutes.

Income: Hurlburt Field vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$46,683
38% below US avg
Per Capita Income$21,445
Avg Weekly Wage$1,185
IRS Avg AGI$86,459

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate4.4%
65% below US avg
Establishments (County)7,597
County GDP$19,003M

Business (County)

Restaurants599
Healthcare699
Retail859
Manufacturing96

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$6,037
72% above US avg

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time14.2 min
Work from Home12.2%

Walkability

Monthly rent averages $2,008 (73% above US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$2,008
73% 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-Occupied0.0%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$6,037
72% above US avg
In Hurlburt Field, 32.8% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 19.4% report depression. 24.6% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Hurlburt Field vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity32.8%
2% above US avg
Diabetes11.6%
Heart Disease5.8%
High Blood Pressure32.3%
Asthma9.9%
COPD6.2%
Stroke3.2%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking17.4%
Physical Inactivity24.6%
Depression19.4%
Mental Distress18.3%
Physical Distress13.3%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate96.8%
Checkup Rate75.4%
Premature Death9,412/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.7/10
Exercise Access77.9%
Healthcare Facilities699

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)19

Safety Score

Hurlburt Field has an average annual temperature of 70°F (21°C). Winters average 54°F in January while summers reach 84°F in July. Annual precipitation is 55.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Temperature

54°F Jan (12°C) 84°F Jul (29°C)
Annual Average69.8°F
29% above US avg
January Average54°F (12°C)
July Average84°F (29°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall55.4 inches
46% above US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median41.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation34 ft (10 m)
Area10.1 sq mi (26.1 km²)
Population Density284/sq mi
Coordinates30.4264°N, 86.7193°W
County FIPS12091
It is classified as Metro — 250K–1M. 40.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (19% above US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 42.4-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 70.7%
D 28.2%

Winner: Republican by 42.4 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+40.0%
19% above US avg
High School+94.5%
School Test Score5.60
A Education Grade (4.2/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 2Metro — 250K–1M
Population Density284/sq mi
Total Area10.1 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries6
Healthcare Facilities699
Restaurants599
Retail Stores859

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)19

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute14.2 min
Work from Home12.2%

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