Inverness, FL

Florida · Metropolitan Area

Inverness is a small city in Florida with a population of 7,672. Residents earn $44,899 per year, which is 40% below the national average.

3.6 /5.0
B+ Good
7,672 Population 953/sq mi density
$44,899 Median Income $34,180 per capita
$168,100 Home Value $236,714 Zillow
$982 Median Rent
70°F Avg Temperature
B+
Overall
3.6 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.5 / 5.0
$44,899 median income, 3.1% unemployment
A+
Affordability
4.6 / 5.0
$168,100 home value, $982/mo rent
C+
Education
2.7 / 5.0
21.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $44,899
40% lower than US avg
Home Value $168,100
40% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 21.0%
38% lower than US avg
Median Rent $982
16% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 33.2%
3% higher than US avg
Unemployment 3.1%
14% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 9.3%
25% lower than US avg

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

People

Population7,672
Median Age56.0 yrs
Density953/mi²
Male / Female42% / 58%
Largest GroupWhite 86%

Economy

B+
Median Income$44,899
Per Capita$34,180
Unemployment3.1%
Poverty9.3%
County GDP$6,981M
Commute23 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$168,100
Rent$982
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$236,714

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity33.2%
UninsuredN/A
Depression21.5%
Heart Disease6.0%

Climate

Avg Temp70°F
AQI41 (Good)
Rain52.4 in/yr
Elevation71 ft

Education

C+
Bachelor's+21.0%
High School+93.4%
School Score5.60

Community

2024 VoteR 73% / D 27%
Commute23 min
EV Stations2
Libraries6

Is Inverness a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Inverness receives an overall livability score of 3.6 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes. Inverness offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Inverness is $44,899, 40% below the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 3.1%, indicating a healthy job market. 9.3% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 23 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Inverness is $168,100, 40% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $982 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. A price-to-income ratio of 3.7x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Education

21.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 93.4% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.6/10.

Climate & Weather

Inverness enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 70°F. Winters average 56°F in January while summers reach 81°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 52.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Inverness has a population of 7,672 with a density of 953 people per square mile. The median age is 56.0 years, 44% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (85.7%), with 3.3% Black.

Population

7,672
Total Population
953
People / sq mi
56.0yrs
Median Age
44% above US avg
8.1mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 41.9%
Female 58.1%

Race & Ethnicity

Inverness vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only92.3%
18% above US avg
Spanish7.7%
43% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Inverness vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Inverness is $44,899, which is 40% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 3.1% (below the 3.6% US average). 9.3% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 23 minutes.

Income: Inverness vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$44,899
40% below US avg
Per Capita Income$34,180
Avg Weekly Wage$941
IRS Avg AGI$65,147

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment3.1%
14% below US avg
Poverty Rate9.3%
25% below US avg
Establishments (County)3,656
County GDP$6,981M

Business (County)

Restaurants235
Healthcare428
Retail445
Manufacturing66

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$4,909
40% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate2.92%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time23.0 min
Work from Home9.1%

Walkability

The median home value in Inverness is $168,100, 40% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $982 (16% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $236,714.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$168,100
40% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$236,714
Median List Price$204,900

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$204,900
$/Sq Ft$141
Homes Sold16
Sale-to-List Ratio95.1%
Price Drops45.6%
Inventory90

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$982
16% below US avg
Zillow Rent (ZORI)$1,490

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-Occupied69.9%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,909
40% above US avg
Effective Rate2.92%
In Inverness, 33.2% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 21.5% report depression. 25.3% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity33.2%
3% above US avg
Diabetes10.4%
Heart Disease6.0%
High Blood Pressure30.0%
Asthma10.4%
COPD7.5%
Stroke3.2%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking17.1%
Physical Inactivity25.3%
Depression21.5%
Mental Distress20.2%
Physical Distress14.6%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate89.6%
Checkup Rate75.1%
Premature Death14,552/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment6.4/10
Exercise Access77.4%
Healthcare Facilities428

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)24

Safety Score

Inverness has an average annual temperature of 70°F (21°C). Winters average 56°F in January while summers reach 81°F in July. Annual precipitation is 52.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Temperature

56°F Jan (13°C) 81°F Jul (27°C)
Annual Average69.8°F
29% above US avg
January Average56°F (13°C)
July Average81°F (27°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall52.4 inches
38% above US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median41.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation71 ft (22 m)
Area8.1 sq mi (20.8 km²)
Population Density953/sq mi
Coordinates28.8422°N, 82.3423°W
County FIPS12017
It is classified as Metro — under 250K. 21.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (38% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 45.9-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 72.6%
D 26.8%

Winner: Republican by 45.9 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+21.0%
38% below US avg
High School+93.4%
School Test Score5.60
C+ Education Grade (2.7/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 3Metro — under 250K
Population Density953/sq mi
Total Area8.1 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

EV Charging Stations2
Alt Fuel Stations2
Public Libraries6
Healthcare Facilities428
Restaurants235
Retail Stores445

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)24

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute23.0 min
Work from Home9.1%

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