Median Income
$67,316
10% lower than US avg
Home Value
$320,100
14% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+
21.2%
37% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate
29.5%
8% lower than US avg
Unemployment
0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate
6.3%
49% lower than US avg
How Key Vista Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Population1,503
Median Age54.8 yrs
Density1,978/mi²
Male / Female53% / 47%
Largest GroupWhite 80%
Economy
A
Median Income$67,316
Per Capita$39,100
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty6.3%
County GDP$24,175M
Commute30 min
Housing
B+
Home Value$320,100
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Health
Obesity29.5%
UninsuredN/A
Depression20.8%
Heart Disease5.2%
Climate
Avg Temp73°F
AQI41 (Good)
Rain54.3 in/yr
Elevation6 ft
Education
C+
Bachelor's+21.2%
High School+93.9%
School Score5.60
Community
2024 VoteR 62% / D 37%
Commute30 min
Libraries10
Is Key Vista a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, Key Vista receives an overall livability score of 3.7 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, a low poverty rate. Key Vista offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.
Economy & Jobs
The median household income in Key Vista is $67,316, 10% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. Only 6.3% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 30 minutes.
Cost of Living & Housing
The median home value in Key Vista is $320,100, 14% above the national median. A price-to-income ratio of 4.8x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.
Education
21.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 93.9% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.6/10.
Climate & Weather
Key Vista has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 73°F. Winters average 60°F in January while summers reach 83°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 54.3 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.
Key Vista has a population of 1,503 with a density of 1,978 people per square mile. The median age is 54.8 years, 41% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (80%).
Population
54.8yrs
Median Age
41% above US avg
Race & Ethnicity
Key Vista vs U.S. Average
Language Spoken at Home
| English Only | 79.2% |
| 1% above US avg |
| Spanish | 20.8% |
| 55% above US avg |
Social Characteristics
Key Vista vs U.S. Average
The median household income in Key Vista is $67,316, which is 10% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 6.3% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 30 minutes.
Income: Key Vista vs U.S.
Income
| Median HH Income | $67,316 |
| 10% below US avg |
| Per Capita Income | $39,100 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $1,075 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $73,646 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 0.0% |
| 100% below US avg |
| Poverty Rate | 6.3% |
| 49% below US avg |
| Establishments (County) | 15,144 |
| County GDP | $24,175M |
Business (County)
| Restaurants | 894 |
| Healthcare | 1,576 |
| Retail | 1,600 |
| Manufacturing | 255 |
Tax & Cost of Living
| Property Tax (IRS) | $6,232 |
| 78% above US avg |
| Effective Tax Rate | 1.95% |
Commute & Transportation
| Commute Time | 29.6 min |
| Work from Home | 18.9% |
The median home value in Key Vista is $320,100, 14% above the national average.
Home Values
| Census Median | $320,100 |
| 14% above US avg |
| Median List Price | $475,000 |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
| Median List Price | $475,000 |
| $/Sq Ft | $201 |
| Homes Sold | 5 |
| Sale-to-List Ratio | 97.9% |
| Price Drops | 26.7% |
| Inventory | 15 |
Rental Costs
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
Property Tax
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $6,232 |
| 78% above US avg |
| Effective Rate | 1.95% |
In Key Vista, 29.5% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 20.8% report depression. 22.2% are physically inactive.
Health Metrics: Key Vista vs U.S. Average (%)
Chronic Conditions
| Obesity | 29.5% |
| 8% below US avg |
| Diabetes | 8.8% |
| Heart Disease | 5.2% |
| High Blood Pressure | 30.3% |
| Asthma | 10.0% |
| COPD | 5.8% |
| Stroke | 2.6% |
Behaviors & Mental Health
| |
| Binge Drinking | 19.0% |
| Physical Inactivity | 22.2% |
| Depression | 20.8% |
| Mental Distress | 18.2% |
| Physical Distress | 12.6% |
Healthcare Access
| Insurance Rate | 90.7% |
| |
| Checkup Rate | 73.6% |
| Premature Death | 9,901/100K |
Food & Exercise
| Food Environment | 7.3/10 |
| Exercise Access | 85.4% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 1,576 |
Crime Rates: Key Vista vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)
Traffic Safety
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 98 |
Safety Score
Key Vista has an average annual temperature of 73°F (23°C). Winters average 60°F in January while summers reach 83°F in July. Annual precipitation is 54.3 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.
Temperature
60°F Jan (16°C)
83°F Jul (28°C)
| Annual Average | 72.9°F |
| 35% above US avg |
| January Average | 60°F (16°C) |
| July Average | 83°F (28°C) |
Precipitation & Snow
| Annual Rainfall | 54.3 inches |
| 43% above US avg |
| Snowfall | 0.0 inches/yr |
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 41.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Geography
| Elevation | 6 ft (2 m) |
| Area | 0.8 sq mi (2.0 km²) |
| Population Density | 1,978/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 28.1941°N, 82.7698°W |
| County FIPS | 12101 |