Florida · Metropolitan Area
Kissimmee is a mid-size city in Florida with a population of 79,504. Residents earn $51,277 per year, which is 32% below the national average.
Based on current data, Kissimmee receives an overall livability score of 2.6 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include elevated crime rates, above-average unemployment, an elevated poverty rate. Kissimmee has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.
The median household income in Kissimmee is $51,277, 32% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate of 5.1% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. The poverty rate of 20.6% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 34 minutes.
The median home value in Kissimmee is $273,900, roughly aligned with the national median of $281,900. Renters pay a median of $1,553 per month, significantly above the national average of $1,163. The price-to-income ratio of 5.3x means housing costs are stretched relative to local earnings.
With 668 violent crimes per 100,000 residents, public safety is a notable concern — this is significantly above the national average of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 4,227 per 100,000, 116% above the national average.
25.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 84.8% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.6/10.
Kissimmee has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 74°F. Winters average 63°F in January while summers reach 82°F in July. With 332 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 63.9 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.
| English Only | 30.9% |
| 61% below US avg | |
| Spanish | 69.1% |
| 416% above US avg |
| Median HH Income | $51,277 |
| 32% below US avg | |
| Per Capita Income | $25,390 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $1,304 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $85,905 |
| Unemployment | 5.1% |
| 42% above US avg | |
| Poverty Rate | 20.6% |
| 66% above US avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 56,038 |
| County GDP | $160,400M |
| Restaurants | 3,857 |
| Healthcare | 4,318 |
| Retail | 5,138 |
| Manufacturing | 874 |
| Property Tax (IRS) | $7,880 |
| 125% above US avg | |
| Effective Tax Rate | 2.88% |
| Commute Time | 33.7 min |
| Work from Home | 9.0% |
| Census Median | $273,900 |
| 3% below US avg | |
| Zillow ZHVI | $357,714 |
| Median List Price | $334,990 |
| Median List Price | $334,990 |
| $/Sq Ft | $189 |
| Homes Sold | 45 |
| Sale-to-List Ratio | 96.1% |
| Price Drops | 25.9% |
| Inventory | 529 |
| Census Median Rent | $1,553 |
| 34% above US avg | |
| Zillow Rent (ZORI) | $1,991 |
| Studio | $1,212 |
| 1 Bedroom | $1,296 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1,526 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,971 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $2,261 |
| Owner-Occupied | 48.1% |
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $7,880 |
| 125% above US avg | |
| Effective Rate | 2.88% |
| Obesity | 42.1% |
| 31% above US avg | |
| Diabetes | 15.0% |
| Heart Disease | 6.4% |
| High Blood Pressure | 35.5% |
| Asthma | 9.1% |
| COPD | 6.0% |
| Stroke | 3.4% |
| Binge Drinking | 14.3% |
| Physical Inactivity | 33.1% |
| Depression | 17.4% |
| Mental Distress | 17.7% |
| Physical Distress | 15.8% |
| Insurance Rate | 86.9% |
| Checkup Rate | 74.9% |
| Premature Death | 7,030/100K |
| Food Environment | 8.0/10 |
| Exercise Access | 91.3% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 4,318 |
| Total Violent | 667.9/100K |
| 76% above US avg | |
| Murder | 3.0/100K |
| 52% below US avg | |
| Rape | 67.5/100K |
| Robbery | 156.1/100K |
| Assault | 441.3/100K |
| Total Property | 4,226.8/100K |
| 116% above US avg | |
| Burglary | 935.1/100K |
| Theft | 3,137.1/100K |
| Vehicle Theft | 154.6/100K |
| Arson | 7.5/100K |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 200 |
| Safety Grade | F |
| Safety Score | 1.0 / 5.0 |
| Annual Average | 73.5°F |
| 36% above US avg | |
| January Average | 63°F (17°C) |
| July Average | 82°F (28°C) |
| Sunny Days | 332 days/yr |
| Annual Rainfall | 63.9 inches |
| 68% above US avg | |
| Snowfall | 0.0 inches/yr |
| AQI Median | 41.0 |
| Rating | Good |
| Elevation | 75 ft (23 m) |
| Area | 21.5 sq mi (55.8 km²) |
| Population Density | 3,693/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 28.3028°N, 81.4178°W |
| County FIPS | 12095 |
Winner: Democrat by 13.6 points
| Bachelor's Degree+ | 25.6% |
| 24% below US avg | |
| High School+ | 84.8% |
| School Test Score | 5.60 |
| RUCC Code 1 | Metro — 1 million+ |
| Population Density | 3,693/sq mi |
| Total Area | 21.5 sq mi |
| EV Charging Stations | 69 |
| Alt Fuel Stations | 72 |
| Public Libraries | 17 |
| Healthcare Facilities | 4,318 |
| Restaurants | 3,857 |
| Retail Stores | 5,138 |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 200 |
| Avg Commute | 33.7 min |
| Work from Home | 9.0% |