Lake Alfred, FL

Florida · Metropolitan Area

Lake Alfred is a small city in Florida with a population of 6,803. Residents earn $68,854 per year, which is 8% below the national average.

3.3 /5.0
B Good
6,803 Population 324/sq mi density
$68,854 Median Income $32,738 per capita
$226,800 Home Value $306,047 Zillow
$1,348 Median Rent
75°F Avg Temperature
153 Violent Crime/100K 2,242 property/100K
B
Overall
3.3 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.3 / 5.0
$68,854 median income, 2.6% unemployment
A+
Affordability
4.8 / 5.0
$226,800 home value, $1,348/mo rent
F
Safety
1.0 / 5.0
153 violent crimes/100K (60% below avg)
B
Education
3.0 / 5.0
25.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $68,854
8% lower than US avg
Home Value $226,800
20% lower than US avg
Violent Crime 153/100K
60% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 25.0%
26% lower than US avg
Median Rent $1,348
16% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 39.5%
23% higher than US avg
Unemployment 2.6%
28% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 3.4%
73% lower than US avg

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

People

Population6,803
Median Age38.0 yrs
Density324/mi²
Male / Female49% / 51%
Largest GroupWhite 53%

Economy

A
Median Income$68,854
Per Capita$32,738
Unemployment2.6%
Poverty3.4%
County GDP$20,398M
Commute28 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$226,800
Rent$1,348
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$306,047

Crime

F
Violent153/100K
Property2,242/100K
Murder0.0/100K
Assault115/100K
Burglary690/100K

Health

Obesity39.5%
UninsuredN/A
Depression19.5%
Heart Disease5.8%

Climate

Avg Temp75°F
AQI41 (Good)
Rain46.1 in/yr
Elevation133 ft

Education

B
Bachelor's+25.0%
High School+90.3%
School Score5.60

Community

2024 VoteR 50% / D 49%
Commute28 min
Libraries6

Is Lake Alfred a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Lake Alfred receives an overall livability score of 3.3 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low unemployment, low crime rates, affordable housing, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include high obesity rates. Lake Alfred offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Lake Alfred is $68,854, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.6%. Only 3.4% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Lake Alfred is $226,800, 20% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $1,348 per month. A price-to-income ratio of 3.3x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Safety & Crime

Violent crime in Lake Alfred is below the national average at 153 per 100,000 residents (U.S. avg: 380). Property crime occurs at a rate of 2,242 per 100,000, near the national average.

Education

25.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 90.3% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.6/10.

Climate & Weather

Lake Alfred has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 75°F. Winters average 62°F in January while summers reach 84°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 46.1 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Lake Alfred has a population of 6,803 with a density of 324 people per square mile. The median age is 38.0 years, 2% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (52.6%), with 12% Black.

Population

6,803
Total Population
324
People / sq mi
38.0yrs
Median Age
2% below US avg
21.0mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 48.9%
Female 51.1%

Race & Ethnicity

Lake Alfred vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only70.7%
10% below US avg
Spanish29.3%
119% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Lake Alfred vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Lake Alfred is $68,854, which is 8% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 2.6% (below the 3.6% US average). 3.4% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 28 minutes.

Income: Lake Alfred vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$68,854
8% below US avg
Per Capita Income$32,738
Avg Weekly Wage$1,010
IRS Avg AGI$56,471

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.6%
28% below US avg
Poverty Rate3.4%
73% below US avg
Establishments (County)10,530
County GDP$20,398M

Business (County)

Restaurants866
Healthcare874
Retail1,049
Manufacturing130

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$5,280
51% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate2.33%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time28.4 min
Work from Home16.3%

Walkability

The median home value in Lake Alfred is $226,800, 20% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,348 (16% above US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $306,047.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$226,800
20% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$306,047
Median List Price$386,520

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$386,520
$/Sq Ft$160
Homes Sold10
Sale-to-List Ratio97.6%
Price Drops32.4%
Inventory108

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,348
16% above US avg
Zillow Rent (ZORI)$1,860

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-Occupied75.4%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$5,280
51% above US avg
Effective Rate2.33%
In Lake Alfred, 39.5% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 19.5% report depression. 26.0% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity39.5%
23% above US avg
Diabetes10.9%
Heart Disease5.8%
High Blood Pressure31.5%
Asthma10.0%
COPD6.3%
Stroke3.1%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking16.8%
Physical Inactivity26.0%
Depression19.5%
Mental Distress18.4%
Physical Distress14.3%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate90.1%
Checkup Rate75.6%
Premature Death7,380/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.0/10
Exercise Access73.7%
Healthcare Facilities874
Lake Alfred has a violent crime rate of 153 per 100,000 residents, 60% below the national average of 380. Property crime stands at 2,242 per 100,000 (14% above US avg). The murder rate is 0.0 per 100,000.

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

Violent Crime

Total Violent153.3/100K
60% below US avg
Murder0.0/100K
100% below US avg
Rape0.0/100K
Robbery38.3/100K
Assault115.0/100K

Property Crime

Total Property2,241.8/100K
14% above US avg
Burglary689.8/100K
Theft1,456.2/100K
Vehicle Theft95.8/100K
Arson0.0/100K

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)70

Safety Score

Safety GradeF
Safety Score1.0 / 5.0
Lake Alfred has an average annual temperature of 75°F (24°C). Winters average 62°F in January while summers reach 84°F in July. Annual precipitation is 46.1 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Temperature

62°F Jan (17°C) 84°F Jul (29°C)
Annual Average74.6°F
38% above US avg
January Average62°F (17°C)
July Average84°F (29°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall46.1 inches
21% above US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median41.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation133 ft (41 m)
Area21.0 sq mi (54.4 km²)
Population Density324/sq mi
Coordinates28.1068°N, 81.7235°W
County FIPS12097
It is classified as Metro — 1 million+. 25.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (26% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 1.5-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 50.2%
D 48.7%

Winner: Republican by 1.5 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+25.0%
26% below US avg
High School+90.3%
School Test Score5.60
B Education Grade (3.0/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 1Metro — 1 million+
Population Density324/sq mi
Total Area21.0 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries6
Healthcare Facilities874
Restaurants866
Retail Stores1,049

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)70
F Safety Grade (1.0/5.0)

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute28.4 min
Work from Home16.3%

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