Median Income
$52,250
30% lower than US avg
Home Value
$136,200
52% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+
19.0%
44% lower than US avg
Median Rent
$550
53% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate
43.0%
34% higher than US avg
Unemployment
2.7%
25% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate
20.7%
67% higher than US avg
How Inverness Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Population757
Median Age43.2 yrs
Density526/mi²
Male / Female45% / 55%
Largest GroupWhite 62%
Veterans4.9%
Economy
B
Median Income$52,250
Per Capita$28,645
Unemployment2.7%
Poverty20.7%
County GDP$221M
Commute22 min
Housing
A+
Home Value$136,200
Rent$550
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$116,318
Rent Burden19.8%
Health
Obesity43.0%
UninsuredN/A
Depression19.7%
Heart Disease6.3%
Climate
Avg Temp64°F
AQI43 (Good)
Rain55.8 in/yr
Elevation118 ft
Education
C+
Bachelor's+19.0%
High School+89.7%
School Score4.42
Community
2024 VoteR 29% / D 70%
Commute22 min
Broadband74.8%
Libraries1
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 an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes, high obesity rates. 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 $52,250, 30% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.7%. The poverty rate of 20.7% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 22 minutes.
Cost of Living & Housing
The median home value in Inverness is $136,200, 52% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $550 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.6x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.
Education
19.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 89.7% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.4/10.
Climate & Weather
Inverness enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 64°F. Winters average 44°F in January while summers reach 82°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 55.8 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.
Inverness has a population of 757 with a density of 526 people per square mile. The median age is 43.2 years, 11% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (61.8%), with 1.1% Hispanic, 35.5% Black.
Population
43.2yrs
Median Age
11% above US avg
Race & Ethnicity
Inverness vs U.S. Average
Language Spoken at Home
| English Only | 97.9% |
| 25% above US avg |
| Spanish | 2.1% |
| 84% below US avg |
Social Characteristics
Inverness vs U.S. Average
The median household income in Inverness is $52,250, which is 30% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 2.7% (below the 3.6% US average). 20.7% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 22 minutes.
Income: Inverness vs U.S.
Income
| Median HH Income | $52,250 |
| 30% below US avg |
| Per Capita Income | $28,645 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $715 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $38,511 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 2.7% |
| 25% below US avg |
| Poverty Rate | 20.7% |
| 67% above US avg |
| Establishments (County) | 181 |
| County GDP | $221M |
Business (County)
| Restaurants | 7 |
| Healthcare | 18 |
| Retail | 25 |
| Manufacturing | 3 |
Tax & Cost of Living
| Property Tax (IRS) | $2,970 |
| 15% below US avg |
| Effective Tax Rate | 2.18% |
Commute & Transportation
| Commute Time | 21.6 min |
| Drive Alone | 86.6% |
| Public Transit | 0.0% |
| Work from Home | 1.7% |
The median home value in Inverness is $136,200, 52% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $550 (53% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $116,318.
Home Values
| Census Median | $136,200 |
| 52% below US avg |
| Zillow ZHVI | $116,318 |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
Rental Costs
| Census Median Rent | $550 |
| 53% below US avg |
| Rent Burden | 19.8% |
HUD Fair Market Rent
| Studio | $751 |
| 1 Bedroom | $782 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $924 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,177 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,295 |
Ownership & Property
Property Tax
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $2,970 |
| 15% below US avg |
| Effective Rate | 2.18% |
In Inverness, 43.0% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 19.7% report depression. 34.0% are physically inactive.
Health Metrics: Inverness vs U.S. Average (%)
Chronic Conditions
| Obesity | 43.0% |
| 34% above US avg |
| Diabetes | 13.7% |
| Heart Disease | 6.3% |
| High Blood Pressure | 42.1% |
| Asthma | 10.7% |
| COPD | 7.9% |
| Stroke | 4.1% |
Behaviors & Mental Health
| |
| Binge Drinking | 14.3% |
| Physical Inactivity | 34.0% |
| Depression | 19.7% |
| Mental Distress | 18.7% |
| Physical Distress | 14.6% |
Healthcare Access
| Insurance Rate | 86.0% |
| |
| Checkup Rate | 81.1% |
| Premature Death | 21,431/100K |
Food & Exercise
| Food Environment | 5.1/10 |
| Exercise Access | 1.0% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 18 |
Crime Rates: Inverness vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)
Traffic Safety
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 2 |
Safety Score
Inverness has an average annual temperature of 64°F (18°C). Winters average 44°F in January while summers reach 82°F in July. Annual precipitation is 55.8 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.
Temperature
44°F Jan (7°C)
82°F Jul (28°C)
| Annual Average | 64.2°F |
| 19% above US avg |
| January Average | 44°F (7°C) |
| July Average | 82°F (28°C) |
Precipitation & Snow
| Annual Rainfall | 55.8 inches |
| 47% above US avg |
| Snowfall | 0.5 inches/yr |
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 43.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Geography
| Elevation | 118 ft (36 m) |
| Area | 1.4 sq mi (3.7 km²) |
| Population Density | 526/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 33.3542°N, 90.5912°W |
| County FIPS | 28053 |