Indian Shores, FL

Florida · Metropolitan Area

Indian Shores is a small town in Florida with a population of 1,204. Residents earn $102,250 per year, which is 36% above the national average.

3.5 /5.0
B+ Good
1,204 Population 3,648/sq mi density
$102,250 Median Income $66,007 per capita
$627,100 Home Value $642,183 Zillow
$2,404 Median Rent
74°F Avg Temperature
167 Violent Crime/100K 694 property/100K
B+
Overall
3.5 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
5.0 / 5.0
$102,250 median income, 0.0% unemployment
B
Affordability
3.2 / 5.0
$627,100 home value, $2,404/mo rent
F
Safety
1.0 / 5.0
167 violent crimes/100K (56% below avg)
A+
Education
5.0 / 5.0
49.5% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $102,250
36% higher than US avg
Home Value $627,100
122% higher than US avg
Violent Crime 167/100K
56% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 49.5%
47% higher than US avg
Median Rent $2,404
107% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 28.4%
12% lower than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 3.7%
70% lower than US avg

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

People

Population1,204
Median Age58.1 yrs
Density3,648/mi²
Male / Female50% / 50%
Largest GroupWhite 89%

Economy

A+
Median Income$102,250
Per Capita$66,007
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty3.7%
County GDP$78,131M
Commute29 min

Housing

B
Home Value$627,100
Rent$2,404
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$642,183

Crime

F
Violent167/100K
Property694/100K
Murder0.0/100K
Assault139/100K
Burglary139/100K

Health

Obesity28.4%
UninsuredN/A
Depression21.3%
Heart Disease4.8%

Climate

Avg Temp74°F
AQI41 (Good)
Rain53.6 in/yr
Elevation5 ft

Education

A+
Bachelor's+49.5%
High School+98.4%
School Score5.60

Community

2024 VoteR 52% / D 47%
Commute29 min
EV Stations1
Libraries27

Is Indian Shores a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Indian Shores receives an overall livability score of 3.5 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, low unemployment, low crime rates, a highly educated population. Areas to be aware of include high housing costs. Indian Shores offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Indian Shores is $102,250, which is significantly higher than the national average — 36% above $75,149. This places Indian Shores among higher-income communities. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. Only 3.7% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 29 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Indian Shores is $627,100, making it a premium housing market at 122% above the U.S. median of $281,900. Renters pay a median of $2,404 per month, significantly above the national average of $1,163. The price-to-income ratio of 6.1x means housing costs are stretched relative to local earnings.

Safety & Crime

Violent crime in Indian Shores is below the national average at 167 per 100,000 residents (U.S. avg: 380). Property crime occurs at a rate of 694 per 100,000, 65% below the national average.

Education

Educational attainment is solid, with 49.5% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 98.4% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.6/10.

Climate & Weather

Indian Shores has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 74°F. Winters average 62°F in January while summers reach 83°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 53.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Indian Shores has a population of 1,204 with a density of 3,648 people per square mile. The median age is 58.1 years, 49% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (88.5%), with 1.1% Black.

Population

1,204
Total Population
3,648
People / sq mi
58.1yrs
Median Age
49% above US avg
0.3mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 50.4%
Female 49.6%

Race & Ethnicity

Indian Shores vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only94.3%
20% above US avg
Spanish5.7%
57% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Indian Shores vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Indian Shores is $102,250, which is 36% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 3.7% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 29 minutes.

Income: Indian Shores vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$102,250
36% above US avg
Per Capita Income$66,007
Avg Weekly Wage$1,298
IRS Avg AGI$101,044

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate3.7%
70% below US avg
Establishments (County)41,518
County GDP$78,131M

Business (County)

Restaurants2,553
Healthcare3,955
Retail3,778
Manufacturing1,058

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$8,984
157% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate1.43%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time29.0 min
Work from Home26.4%

Walkability

The median home value in Indian Shores is $627,100, 122% above the national average. Monthly rent averages $2,404 (107% above US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $642,183.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$627,100
122% above US avg
Zillow ZHVI$642,183
Median List Price$699,900

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$699,900
$/Sq Ft$554
Homes Sold11
Sale-to-List Ratio93.0%
Price Drops25.6%
Inventory82

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$2,404
107% 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-Occupied85.6%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$8,984
157% above US avg
Effective Rate1.43%
In Indian Shores, 28.4% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 21.3% report depression. 17.2% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity28.4%
12% below US avg
Diabetes7.9%
Heart Disease4.8%
High Blood Pressure26.1%
Asthma9.3%
COPD4.8%
Stroke2.3%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking20.0%
Physical Inactivity17.2%
Depression21.3%
Mental Distress16.4%
Physical Distress10.9%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate91.5%
Checkup Rate75.3%
Premature Death9,370/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.2/10
Exercise Access98.3%
Healthcare Facilities3,955
Indian Shores has a violent crime rate of 167 per 100,000 residents, 56% below the national average of 380. Property crime stands at 694 per 100,000 (65% below US avg). The murder rate is 0.0 per 100,000.

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

Violent Crime

Total Violent166.7/100K
56% below US avg
Murder0.0/100K
100% below US avg
Rape27.8/100K
Robbery0.0/100K
Assault138.9/100K

Property Crime

Total Property694.4/100K
65% below US avg
Burglary138.9/100K
Theft555.6/100K
Vehicle Theft0.0/100K
Arson0.0/100K

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)116

Safety Score

Safety GradeF
Safety Score1.0 / 5.0
Indian Shores has an average annual temperature of 74°F (23°C). Winters average 62°F in January while summers reach 83°F in July. Annual precipitation is 53.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Temperature

62°F Jan (16°C) 83°F Jul (28°C)
Annual Average73.9°F
37% above US avg
January Average62°F (16°C)
July Average83°F (28°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall53.6 inches
41% above US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median41.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation5 ft (2 m)
Area0.3 sq mi (0.9 km²)
Population Density3,648/sq mi
Coordinates27.8532°N, 82.8446°W
County FIPS12103
It is classified as Metro — 1 million+. 49.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (47% above US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 5.2-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 52.1%
D 46.9%

Winner: Republican by 5.2 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+49.5%
47% above US avg
High School+98.4%
School Test Score5.60
A+ Education Grade (5.0/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 1Metro — 1 million+
Population Density3,648/sq mi
Total Area0.3 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

EV Charging Stations1
Alt Fuel Stations1
Public Libraries27
Healthcare Facilities3,955
Restaurants2,553
Retail Stores3,778

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)116
F Safety Grade (1.0/5.0)

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute29.0 min
Work from Home26.4%

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