Indian Lake Estates, FL

Florida · Metropolitan Area

Indian Lake Estates is a small town in Florida with a population of 956. Residents earn $66,250 per year, which is 12% below the national average.

3.6 /5.0
B+ Good
956 Population 88/sq mi density
$66,250 Median Income $28,308 per capita
$169,300 Home Value
N/A Median Rent
73°F Avg Temperature
B+
Overall
3.6 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.2 / 5.0
$66,250 median income, 1.1% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$169,300 home value
D
Education
1.5 / 5.0
6.5% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $66,250
12% lower than US avg
Home Value $169,300
40% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 6.5%
81% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 39.4%
23% higher than US avg
Unemployment 1.1%
69% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 7.0%
44% lower than US avg

How Indian Lake Estates Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)

People

Population956
Median Age58.4 yrs
Density88/mi²
Male / Female49% / 51%
Largest GroupWhite 84%
Veterans23.0%

Economy

A
Median Income$66,250
Per Capita$28,308
Unemployment1.1%
Poverty7.0%
County GDP$44,304M
Commute61 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$169,300
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity39.4%
UninsuredN/A
Depression22.7%
Heart Disease6.4%

Climate

Avg Temp73°F
AQI41 (Good)
Rain54.9 in/yr
Elevation83 ft

Education

D
Bachelor's+6.5%
High School+85.0%
School Score5.60

Community

2024 VoteR 60% / D 39%
Commute61 min
Broadband85.6%
Libraries19

Is Indian Lake Estates a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Indian Lake Estates receives an overall livability score of 3.6 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include long commute times, high obesity rates. Indian Lake Estates offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Indian Lake Estates is $66,250, 12% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.1%. Only 7.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 61 minutes, longer than the typical American commute of 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Indian Lake Estates is $169,300, 40% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. At just 2.6x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

6.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 85.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.6/10.

Climate & Weather

Indian Lake Estates has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 73°F. Winters average 61°F in January while summers reach 82°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 54.9 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Indian Lake Estates has a population of 956 with a density of 88 people per square mile. The median age is 58.4 years, 50% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (84.4%), with 5.4% Hispanic, 10.1% Black.

Population

956
Total Population
88
People / sq mi
58.4yrs
Median Age
50% above US avg
10.9mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 49.4%
Female 50.6%

Race & Ethnicity

Indian Lake Estates vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only100.0%
27% above US avg
Spanish0.0%
100% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Indian Lake Estates vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Indian Lake Estates is $66,250, which is 12% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 1.1% (below the 3.6% US average). 7.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 61 minutes.

Income: Indian Lake Estates vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$66,250
12% below US avg
Per Capita Income$28,308
Avg Weekly Wage$1,071
IRS Avg AGI$63,553

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.1%
69% below US avg
Poverty Rate7.0%
44% below US avg
Establishments (County)17,281
County GDP$44,304M

Business (County)

Restaurants1,064
Healthcare1,371
Retail1,926
Manufacturing425

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$4,985
42% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate2.94%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time60.6 min
Drive Alone55.9%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home8.3%

Walkability

The median home value in Indian Lake Estates is $169,300, 40% below the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$169,300
40% below US avg
Median List Price$310,000

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$310,000
$/Sq Ft$152
Homes Sold5
Sale-to-List Ratio96.7%
Price Drops31.6%
Inventory19

Rental Costs

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-Occupied89.0%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,985
42% above US avg
Effective Rate2.94%
In Indian Lake Estates, 39.4% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 22.7% report depression. 27.2% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Indian Lake Estates vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity39.4%
23% above US avg
Diabetes10.9%
Heart Disease6.4%
High Blood Pressure31.7%
Asthma10.8%
COPD8.0%
Stroke3.4%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking17.5%
Physical Inactivity27.2%
Depression22.7%
Mental Distress20.8%
Physical Distress16.0%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate93.8%
Checkup Rate74.2%
Premature Death9,798/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.1/10
Exercise Access69.9%
Healthcare Facilities1,371

Crime Rates: Indian Lake Estates vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)121
FEMA Disasters91

Safety Score

Indian Lake Estates has an average annual temperature of 73°F (23°C). Winters average 61°F in January while summers reach 82°F in July. Annual precipitation is 54.9 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Temperature

61°F Jan (16°C) 82°F Jul (28°C)
Annual Average72.5°F
34% above US avg
January Average61°F (16°C)
July Average82°F (28°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall54.9 inches
44% above US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median41.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation83 ft (25 m)
Area10.9 sq mi (28.1 km²)
Population Density88/sq mi
Coordinates27.7986°N, 81.3562°W
County FIPS12105
It is classified as Metro — 250K–1M. 6.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (81% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 20.7-point margin. 85.6% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 59.9%
D 39.2%

Winner: Republican by 20.7 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+6.5%
81% below US avg
High School+85.0%
School Test Score5.60
D Education Grade (1.5/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 2Metro — 250K–1M
Population Density88/sq mi
Total Area10.9 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access85.6%
Public Libraries19
Healthcare Facilities1,371
Restaurants1,064
Retail Stores1,926

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)121
FEMA Disaster Declarations91

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute60.6 min
Drive Alone55.9%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home8.3%

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