Inverness Highlands South, FL

Florida · Metropolitan Area

Inverness Highlands South is a small city in Florida with a population of 7,478. Residents earn $61,224 per year, which is 19% below the national average.

3.7 /5.0
B+ Good
7,478 Population 1,333/sq mi density
$61,224 Median Income $28,977 per capita
$206,900 Home Value
$1,296 Median Rent 33.0% income on rent
70°F Avg Temperature
B+
Overall
3.7 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.2 / 5.0
$61,224 median income, 2.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
4.8 / 5.0
$206,900 home value, $1,296/mo rent
C
Education
2.1 / 5.0
13.9% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $61,224
19% lower than US avg
Home Value $206,900
27% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 13.9%
59% lower than US avg
Median Rent $1,296
11% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 32.6%
2% higher than US avg
Unemployment 2.0%
44% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 3.9%
69% lower than US avg

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

People

Population7,478
Median Age46.4 yrs
Density1,333/mi²
Male / Female49% / 51%
Largest GroupWhite 92%
Veterans16.7%

Economy

A
Median Income$61,224
Per Capita$28,977
Unemployment2.0%
Poverty3.9%
County GDP$6,981M
Commute31 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$206,900
Rent$1,296
OwnershipN/A
Rent Burden33.0%

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity32.6%
UninsuredN/A
Depression21.6%
Heart Disease6.1%

Climate

Avg Temp70°F
AQI41 (Good)
Rain52.4 in/yr
Elevation49 ft

Education

C
Bachelor's+13.9%
High School+90.6%
School Score5.60

Community

2024 VoteR 73% / D 27%
Commute31 min
Broadband88.7%
Libraries6

Is Inverness Highlands South a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Inverness Highlands South receives an overall livability score of 3.7 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, a low poverty rate. Inverness Highlands South offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Inverness Highlands South is $61,224, 19% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.0%. Only 3.9% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 31 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Inverness Highlands South is $206,900, 27% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $1,296 per month. A price-to-income ratio of 3.4x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Education

13.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 90.6% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.6/10.

Climate & Weather

Inverness Highlands South 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 Highlands South has a population of 7,478 with a density of 1,333 people per square mile. The median age is 46.4 years, 19% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (91.9%), with 1.6% Hispanic.

Population

7,478
Total Population
1,333
People / sq mi
46.4yrs
Median Age
19% above US avg
5.6mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 49%
Female 51%

Race & Ethnicity

Inverness Highlands South vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only89.7%
14% above US avg
Spanish10.3%
23% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Inverness Highlands South vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Inverness Highlands South is $61,224, which is 19% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 2.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 3.9% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 31 minutes.

Income: Inverness Highlands South vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$61,224
19% below US avg
Per Capita Income$28,977
Avg Weekly Wage$941
IRS Avg AGI$65,147

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.0%
44% below US avg
Poverty Rate3.9%
69% 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 Rate2.37%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time31.4 min
Drive Alone77.4%
Public Transit0.2%
Work from Home3.5%

Walkability

The median home value in Inverness Highlands South is $206,900, 27% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,296 (11% above US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$206,900
27% below US avg
Median List Price$244,900

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$244,900
$/Sq Ft$172
Homes Sold11
Sale-to-List Ratio96.9%
Price Drops26.9%
Inventory52

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,296
11% above US avg
Rent Burden33.0%

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-Occupied88.7%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,909
40% above US avg
Effective Rate2.37%
In Inverness Highlands South, 32.6% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 21.6% report depression. 25.0% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity32.6%
2% above US avg
Diabetes10.0%
Heart Disease6.1%
High Blood Pressure29.5%
Asthma10.3%
COPD7.4%
Stroke3.2%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking17.5%
Physical Inactivity25.0%
Depression21.6%
Mental Distress20.3%
Physical Distress14.5%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate89.5%
Checkup Rate74.6%
Premature Death14,552/100K

Food & Exercise

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

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)24

Safety Score

Inverness Highlands South 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

Elevation49 ft (15 m)
Area5.6 sq mi (14.5 km²)
Population Density1,333/sq mi
Coordinates28.8007°N, 82.3372°W
County FIPS12017
It is classified as Metro — under 250K. 13.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (59% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 45.9-point margin. 88.7% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 72.6%
D 26.8%

Winner: Republican by 45.9 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+13.9%
59% below US avg
High School+90.6%
School Test Score5.60
C Education Grade (2.1/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 3Metro — under 250K
Population Density1,333/sq mi
Total Area5.6 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access88.7%
Public Libraries6
Healthcare Facilities428
Restaurants235
Retail Stores445

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)24

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute31.4 min
Drive Alone77.4%
Public Transit0.2%
Work from Home3.5%

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