Lady Lake, FL

Florida · Metropolitan Area

Lady Lake is a small city in Florida with a population of 16,337. Residents earn $47,260 per year, which is 37% below the national average.

2.9 /5.0
C+ Fair
16,337 Population 1,749/sq mi density
$47,260 Median Income $34,120 per capita
$217,900 Home Value $341,653 Zillow
$1,361 Median Rent
70°F Avg Temperature
182 Violent Crime/100K 1,341 property/100K
C+
Overall
2.9 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.7 / 5.0
$47,260 median income, 2.4% unemployment
A
Affordability
4.1 / 5.0
$217,900 home value, $1,361/mo rent
F
Safety
1.0 / 5.0
182 violent crimes/100K (52% below avg)
C+
Education
3.0 / 5.0
24.8% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $47,260
37% lower than US avg
Home Value $217,900
23% lower than US avg
Violent Crime 182/100K
52% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 24.8%
26% lower than US avg
Median Rent $1,361
17% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 36.2%
13% higher than US avg
Unemployment 2.4%
33% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 8.5%
31% lower than US avg

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

People

Population16,337
Median Age66.2 yrs
Density1,749/mi²
Male / Female45% / 55%
Largest GroupWhite 85%

Economy

B+
Median Income$47,260
Per Capita$34,120
Unemployment2.4%
Poverty8.5%
County GDP$17,949M
Commute18 min

Housing

A
Home Value$217,900
Rent$1,361
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$341,653

Crime

F
Violent182/100K
Property1,341/100K
Murder0.0/100K
Assault161/100K
Burglary265/100K

Health

Obesity36.2%
UninsuredN/A
Depression20.0%
Heart Disease5.7%

Climate

Avg Temp70°F
AQI41 (Good)
Rain50.0 in/yr
Elevation100 ft

Education

C+
Bachelor's+24.8%
High School+93.7%
School Score5.60

Community

2024 VoteR 62% / D 37%
Commute18 min
EV Stations4
Libraries16

Is Lady Lake a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Lady Lake receives an overall livability score of 2.9 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include low unemployment, low crime rates, affordable housing, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes. Lady Lake has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Lady Lake is $47,260, 37% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.4%. 8.5% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 18 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Lady Lake is $217,900, 23% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $1,361 per month. A price-to-income ratio of 4.6x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Safety & Crime

Violent crime in Lady Lake is below the national average at 182 per 100,000 residents (U.S. avg: 380). Property crime occurs at a rate of 1,341 per 100,000, 32% below the national average.

Education

24.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 93.7% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.6/10.

Climate & Weather

Lady Lake enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 70°F. Winters average 57°F in January while summers reach 81°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 50.0 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Lady Lake has a population of 16,337 with a density of 1,749 people per square mile. The median age is 66.2 years, 70% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (85.2%), with 6.5% Black.

Population

16,337
Total Population
1,749
People / sq mi
66.2yrs
Median Age
70% above US avg
9.3mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 44.8%
Female 55.2%

Race & Ethnicity

Lady Lake vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only94.7%
21% above US avg
Spanish5.3%
60% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Lady Lake vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Lady Lake is $47,260, which is 37% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 2.4% (below the 3.6% US average). 8.5% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 18 minutes.

Income: Lady Lake vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$47,260
37% below US avg
Per Capita Income$34,120
Avg Weekly Wage$1,021
IRS Avg AGI$74,874

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.4%
33% below US avg
Poverty Rate8.5%
31% below US avg
Establishments (County)10,822
County GDP$17,949M

Business (County)

Restaurants679
Healthcare1,072
Retail1,126
Manufacturing196

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$5,605
60% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate2.57%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time17.5 min
Work from Home5.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Lady Lake is $217,900, 23% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,361 (17% above US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $341,653.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$217,900
23% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$341,653
Median List Price$317,450

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$317,450
$/Sq Ft$171
Homes Sold22
Sale-to-List Ratio98.3%
Price Drops30.1%
Inventory143

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,361
17% above US avg
Zillow Rent (ZORI)$1,587

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-Occupied70.4%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$5,605
60% above US avg
Effective Rate2.57%
In Lady Lake, 36.2% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 20.0% report depression. 24.2% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Lady Lake vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity36.2%
13% above US avg
Diabetes10.6%
Heart Disease5.7%
High Blood Pressure31.3%
Asthma10.2%
COPD6.6%
Stroke3.0%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking17.1%
Physical Inactivity24.2%
Depression20.0%
Mental Distress18.9%
Physical Distress13.9%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate91.2%
Checkup Rate75.7%
Premature Death9,159/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.6/10
Exercise Access83.8%
Healthcare Facilities1,072
Lady Lake has a violent crime rate of 182 per 100,000 residents, 52% below the national average of 380. Property crime stands at 1,341 per 100,000 (32% below US avg). The murder rate is 0.0 per 100,000.

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

Violent Crime

Total Violent181.5/100K
52% below US avg
Murder0.0/100K
100% below US avg
Rape7.0/100K
Robbery14.0/100K
Assault160.6/100K

Property Crime

Total Property1,340.5/100K
32% below US avg
Burglary265.3/100K
Theft928.6/100K
Vehicle Theft146.6/100K
Arson0.0/100K

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)65

Safety Score

Safety GradeF
Safety Score1.0 / 5.0
Lady Lake has an average annual temperature of 70°F (21°C). Winters average 57°F in January while summers reach 81°F in July. Annual precipitation is 50.0 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Temperature

57°F Jan (14°C) 81°F Jul (27°C)
Annual Average70.2°F
30% above US avg
January Average57°F (14°C)
July Average81°F (27°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall50.0 inches
32% above US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median41.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation100 ft (30 m)
Area9.3 sq mi (24.2 km²)
Population Density1,749/sq mi
Coordinates28.9198°N, 81.9328°W
County FIPS12069
It is classified as Metro — 1 million+. 24.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (26% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 24.7-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 62%
D 37.3%

Winner: Republican by 24.7 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+24.8%
26% below US avg
High School+93.7%
School Test Score5.60
C+ Education Grade (3.0/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 1Metro — 1 million+
Population Density1,749/sq mi
Total Area9.3 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

EV Charging Stations4
Alt Fuel Stations4
Public Libraries16
Healthcare Facilities1,072
Restaurants679
Retail Stores1,126

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)65
F Safety Grade (1.0/5.0)

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute17.5 min
Work from Home5.0%

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