Inglis, FL

Florida · Metropolitan Area

Inglis is a small town in Florida with a population of 1,693. Residents earn $60,000 per year, which is 20% below the national average.

3.8 /5.0
B+ Good
1,693 Population 495/sq mi density
$60,000 Median Income $32,184 per capita
$162,200 Home Value $247,340 Zillow
$331 Median Rent
69°F Avg Temperature
B+
Overall
3.8 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.2 / 5.0
$60,000 median income, 2.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$162,200 home value, $331/mo rent
C
Education
2.2 / 5.0
15.1% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $60,000
20% lower than US avg
Home Value $162,200
42% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 15.1%
55% lower than US avg
Median Rent $331
72% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 33.9%
6% higher than US avg
Unemployment 2.0%
44% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 4.8%
61% lower than US avg

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

People

Population1,693
Median Age54.2 yrs
Density495/mi²
Male / Female57% / 43%
Largest GroupWhite 94%

Economy

A
Median Income$60,000
Per Capita$32,184
Unemployment2.0%
Poverty4.8%
County GDP$1,660M
Commute37 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$162,200
Rent$331
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$247,340

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity33.9%
UninsuredN/A
Depression21.9%
Heart Disease7.3%

Climate

Avg Temp69°F
AQI41 (Good)
Rain57.1 in/yr
Elevation16 ft

Education

C
Bachelor's+15.1%
High School+87.2%
School Score5.60

Community

2024 VoteR 75% / D 25%
Commute37 min
Libraries5

Is Inglis a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Inglis receives an overall livability score of 3.8 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include long commute times. Inglis offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Inglis is $60,000, 20% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.0%. Only 4.8% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 37 minutes, longer than the typical American commute of 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Inglis is $162,200, 42% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $331 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.7x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

15.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 87.2% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.6/10.

Climate & Weather

Inglis enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 69°F. Winters average 55°F in January while summers reach 81°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 57.1 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Inglis has a population of 1,693 with a density of 495 people per square mile. The median age is 54.2 years, 39% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (94.3%), with 1.4% Hispanic.

Population

1,693
Total Population
495
People / sq mi
54.2yrs
Median Age
39% above US avg
3.4mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 56.6%
Female 43.4%

Race & Ethnicity

Inglis vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only97.7%
24% above US avg
Spanish2.3%
83% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Inglis vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Inglis is $60,000, which is 20% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 2.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 4.8% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 37 minutes.

Income: Inglis vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$60,000
20% below US avg
Per Capita Income$32,184
Avg Weekly Wage$839
IRS Avg AGI$59,165

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.0%
44% below US avg
Poverty Rate4.8%
61% below US avg
Establishments (County)1,134
County GDP$1,660M

Business (County)

Restaurants92
Healthcare56
Retail150
Manufacturing21

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$4,558
30% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate2.81%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time37.4 min
Work from Home4.2%

Walkability

The median home value in Inglis is $162,200, 42% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $331 (72% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $247,340.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$162,200
42% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$247,340
Median List Price$304,950

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$304,950
$/Sq Ft$127
Homes Sold2
Sale-to-List Ratio86.7%
Price Drops45.5%
Inventory11

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$331
72% below 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-Occupied81.0%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,558
30% above US avg
Effective Rate2.81%
In Inglis, 33.9% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 21.9% report depression. 28.7% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Inglis vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity33.9%
6% above US avg
Diabetes11.9%
Heart Disease7.3%
High Blood Pressure34.8%
Asthma10.7%
COPD9.5%
Stroke3.8%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking18.0%
Physical Inactivity28.7%
Depression21.9%
Mental Distress22.1%
Physical Distress16.3%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate77.0%
Checkup Rate73.7%
Premature Death10,862/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.8/10
Exercise Access49.3%
Healthcare Facilities56

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)10

Safety Score

Inglis has an average annual temperature of 69°F (21°C). Winters average 55°F in January while summers reach 81°F in July. Annual precipitation is 57.1 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Temperature

55°F Jan (13°C) 81°F Jul (27°C)
Annual Average69.2°F
28% above US avg
January Average55°F (13°C)
July Average81°F (27°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall57.1 inches
50% above US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median41.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation16 ft (5 m)
Area3.4 sq mi (8.9 km²)
Population Density495/sq mi
Coordinates29.0330°N, 82.6610°W
County FIPS12075
It is classified as Metro — 250K–1M. 15.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (55% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 50.3-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 74.9%
D 24.6%

Winner: Republican by 50.3 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+15.1%
55% below US avg
High School+87.2%
School Test Score5.60
C Education Grade (2.2/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 2Metro — 250K–1M
Population Density495/sq mi
Total Area3.4 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries5
Healthcare Facilities56
Restaurants92
Retail Stores150

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)10

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute37.4 min
Work from Home4.2%

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