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Lake Helen, FL

Florida · Seminole County · Orlando-Kissimmee-Sanford Metro

Lake Helen is a small town in Florida with a population of 2,877. Residents earn $94,952 per year, which is 26% above the national average.

Data updated April 2026

3.4 /5.0
B Good
2,877 Population 632/sq mi density
$94,952 Median Income $33,309 per capita
$344,900 Home Value $314,750 Zillow
$1,255 Median Rent 26.5% income on rent
73°F Avg Temperature 314 sunny days/yr
106 Violent Crime/100K 987 property/100K
B
Overall
3.4 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
4.9 / 5.0
$94,952 median income, 2.1% unemployment
A+
Affordability
4.6 / 5.0
$344,900 home value, $1,255/mo rent
F
Safety
1.0 / 5.0
106 violent crimes/100K (72% below avg)
C+
Education
3.0 / 5.0
24.4% bachelor's degree or higher

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Full City Profile
Median Income $94,952
26% higher than US avg
Home Value $344,900
22% higher than US avg
Violent Crime 106/100K
72% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 24.4%
28% lower than US avg
Median Rent $1,255
8% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 32.2%
0% lower than US avg
Unemployment 2.1%
42% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 4.9%
60% lower than US avg

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

People

Population2,877
Median Age43.8 yrs
Density632/mi²
Male / Female52% / 48%
Largest GroupWhite 93%
Veterans8.6%

Economy

A+
Median Income$94,952
Per Capita$33,309
Unemployment2.1%
Poverty4.9%
County GDP$34,435M
Commute29 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$344,900
Rent$1,255
Ownership82.3%
Zillow$314,750
Housing Units1,123
Rent Burden26.5%

Crime

F
Violent106/100K
Property987/100K
Murder0.0/100K
Assault106/100K
Burglary176/100K

Health

Obesity32.2%
Uninsured11.4%
Smoking14.4%
Depression22.1%
Heart Disease5.7%

Climate

Avg Temp73°F (23°C)
AQI41 (Good)
Rain54.0 in/yr
Sunny Days314/yr
Elevation54 ft (16 m)

Education

C+
Bachelor's+24.4%
High School+90.4%
Graduate+7.6%
School Score6.48

Community

2024 VoteR 51% / D 48%
Commute29 min
Broadband93.2%
EV Stations6
Libraries6

Is Lake Helen a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Lake Helen receives an overall livability score of 3.4 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, low unemployment, low crime rates, abundant sunshine. Lake Helen offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Lake Helen is $94,952, 26% above the national average of $75,149. Residents generally enjoy above-average earning potential. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.1%. Only 4.9% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 29 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Lake Helen is $344,900, 22% above the national median. Renters pay a median of $1,255 per month. A price-to-income ratio of 3.6x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Safety & Crime

Lake Helen is a very safe community with a violent crime rate of 106 per 100,000 residents / well below the national average of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 987 per 100,000, 50% below the national average.

Education

24.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 90.4% have completed high school. Local schools score 6.5/10 in standardized testing, reflecting strong academic performance.

Climate & Weather

Lake Helen 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. With 314 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 54.0 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Lake Helen has a population of 2,877 with a density of 632 people per square mile, spread across 4.6 square miles. The median age is 43.8 years, 13% older than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 48.3% female and 51.7% male. The city is predominantly White (93%), with 2.5% Black. English is the primary language spoken at home by 96.1% of residents. 8.6% of the population are veterans, above the national rate of 6.0%. 16.3% of residents have a disability (above the 13.0% national average). 84.1% have health insurance coverage.

Population

2,877
Total Population
632
People / sq mi
43.8yrs
Median Age
13% above US avg
4.6mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 51.7%
Female 48.3%

Race & Ethnicity

Lake Helen vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only 96.1%
22% above US avg
Spanish 3.9%
71% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Lake Helen vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Lake Helen is $94,952, which is 26% above the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $33,309 (below the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $1,259, 12% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 2.1% (below the 3.6% US average). 4.9% of residents live below the poverty line, lower than the national rate of 12.4%. The area has 18,029 business establishments, including 1,017 restaurants. The cost of living index is 103.4, roughly in line with the national average. Workers commute an average of 29 minutes. 6.1% of workers work from home (below the 15.2% national rate).

Income: Lake Helen vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$94,952
26% above US avg
Per Capita Income$33,309
Avg Weekly Wage$1,259
IRS Avg AGI$88,774
Gini Index0.449 (0=equal, 1=unequal)

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.1%
42% below US avg
Poverty Rate4.9%
60% below US avg
Establishments (County)18,029
County GDP$34,435M

Business (County)

Restaurants1,017
Healthcare1,605
Retail1,669
Manufacturing395

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$5,998
71% above US avg
Cost of Living103.40 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate1.74%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time28.7 min
Drive Alone90.5%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home6.1%

Walkability

The median home value in Lake Helen is $344,900, 22% above the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $314,750. Homes sell for 98.3% of their list price. Monthly rent averages $1,255 (8% above the national average of $1,163). Fair market rent ranges from $1,296 for a one-bedroom to $1,526 for a two-bedroom apartment. 82.3% of housing units are owner-occupied (above the 65.4% national rate). There are 1,123 total housing units in the city. The median year a home was built is 1984. The average annual property tax is $5,998 (higher than the $3,500 national average). 26.5% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing. The home price-to-income ratio is 3.6x.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$344,900
22% above US avg
Zillow ZHVI$314,750
Median List Price$451,500

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$451,500
$/Sq Ft$210
Homes Sold7
Sale-to-List Ratio98.3%
Price Drops27.3%
Inventory11

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,255
8% above US avg
Rent Burden26.5%

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

Homeownership82.3%
Owner-Occupied82.3%
Renter-Occupied17.7%
Housing Units1,123
Median Year Built1984

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$5,998
71% above US avg
Effective Rate1.74%
In Lake Helen, 32.2% of adults are obese, below the national rate of 32.1%. 9.5% have diabetes. Heart disease affects 5.7% of residents. 31.2% have high blood pressure. 14.4% are current smokers. 18.2% report binge drinking. 21.4% are physically inactive. 22.1% report depression. 19.2% experience frequent mental distress. 11.4% of residents lack health insurance (above the 8.6% national rate). The primary care physician ratio is 1:1,260. The dentist ratio is 1:1,570. 92.9% of residents have access to exercise opportunities. The food environment index is 8.4 out of 10.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity32.2%
0% below US avg
Diabetes9.5%
Heart Disease5.7%
High Blood Pressure31.2%
Asthma10.5%
COPD6.6%
Cancer7.9%
Stroke2.9%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking14.4%
3% above US avg
Binge Drinking18.2%
Physical Inactivity21.4%
Depression22.1%
Mental Distress19.2%
Physical Distress13.2%
Short Sleep34.5%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate84.1%
Uninsured11.4%
33% above US avg
Primary Care1:1,260
Dentists1:1,570
Mental Health1:441
Checkup Rate75.4%
Dental Visits60.9%
Premature Death7,002/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.4/10
Exercise Access92.9%
Healthcare Facilities1,605
Lake Helen has a violent crime rate of 106 per 100,000 residents, 72% below the national average of 380. This breaks down to aggravated assault at 105.8 per 100,000, robbery at 0.0, rape at 0.0. The murder rate is 0.0 per 100,000 (below the national rate of 6.3). Property crime stands at 987 per 100,000, 50% below the U.S. average. This includes larceny/theft at 634, burglary at 176, vehicle theft at 176 per 100,000 residents. The county recorded 49 fatal traffic crashes. Overall, Lake Helen receives a safety grade of F.

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

Violent Crime

Total Violent105.8/100K
72% below US avg
Murder0.0/100K
100% below US avg
Rape0.0/100K
Robbery0.0/100K
Assault105.8/100K

Property Crime

Total Property987.0/100K
50% below US avg
Burglary176.2/100K
Theft634.5/100K
Vehicle Theft176.2/100K
Arson0.0/100K

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)49
Traffic Accidents202
Avg Accident Severity2.5 / 4.0

Safety Score

Safety GradeF
Safety Score1.0 / 5.0
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Lake Helen has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 73°F (23°C). Winters average 60°F in January while summers reach 83°F in July. The area gets 314 sunny days per year, well above the U.S. average of 205 / making it one of the sunnier locations in the country. Annual precipitation totals 54.0 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41. The city sits at an elevation of 54 feet.

Temperature

60°F Jan (15°C) 83°F Jul (28°C)
Annual Average72.6°F
34% above US avg
January Average60°F (15°C)
July Average83°F (28°C)
Sunny Days314 days/yr

Geography

Elevation54 ft (16 m)
Area4.6 sq mi (11.8 km²)
Population Density632/sq mi
Coordinates28.9839°N, 81.2311°W
TimezoneAmerica/New_York
CountySeminole County County
Nearest AirportOrlando Sanford International (SFB)
14 miles away

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 54.0"
42% above US avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Aug) 7.20"
Driest Month (Dec) 2.09"

Air Quality

AQI Median41.0
RatingGood

Air Pollutants (EPA 2023)

Ozone (O₃)0.0412 ppm
PM2.5 (Fine Particles)6.8 μg/m³

Natural Hazard Risk

Overall RiskRelatively Moderate
Risk Score91.4 / 100
Social Vulnerability15.3 / 100
Community Resilience59.7 / 100

Hazard Breakdown

Tornado Relatively High
Hurricane Relatively High
Earthquake Relatively Low
Wildfire Relatively Moderate
Flood Relatively Moderate
Hail Very Low
Strong Wind Relatively High
Heat Wave Relatively Low
Winter Weather No Rating
Lightning Relatively High
Drought Very Low
Cold Wave Relatively Low
Landslide Very Low
Coastal Flood No Rating
Source: FEMA National Risk Index v1.20 (Dec 2025)

Hurricane History

24 hurricanes (Cat 1+) within 500 km since 1980. Strongest: Category 4. Most recent: Helene (2024, Cat 4).

Year Name Category Closest
2024 Milton Category 4 92 km
2024 Helene Category 4 260 km
2024 Debby Category 1 233 km
2023 Idalia Category 4 247 km
2022 Ian Category 5 111 km
2022 Nicole Category 1 179 km
2020 Isaias Category 1 287 km
2019 Dorian Category 5 168 km
2017 Irma Category 1 129 km
2016 Matthew Category 4 71 km
2014 Arthur Category 1 232 km
2005 Wilma Category 3 256 km
2005 Ophelia Category 1 193 km
2004 Charley Category 4 13 km
2004 Jeanne Category 3 133 km
2004 Frances Category 2 154 km
2000 Gordon Category 1 274 km
1999 Floyd Category 3 229 km
1999 Dennis Category 2 293 km
1999 Irene Category 1 137 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980–2026)

Tornado History

532 tornadoes (EF0+) within 100 km since 1950. Strongest: EF3. Total: 70 fatalities, 763 injuries.

Date Rating Distance Fatalities
Feb 2, 2007 EF3 81 km 8
Feb 2, 2007 EF3 35 km 13
Feb 22, 1998 EF3 87 km 25
Feb 22, 1998 EF3 74 km 3
Feb 22, 1998 EF3 34 km 13
Nov 1, 1997 EF3 30 km 0
Mar 19, 1981 EF3 57 km 0
Dec 31, 1975 EF3 92 km 1
Jun 19, 1972 EF3 88 km 0
Jun 19, 1972 EF3 89 km 0
Mar 5, 1970 EF3 58 km 0
Apr 15, 1958 EF3 99 km 0
Oct 12, 2023 EF2 65 km 0
Aug 18, 2020 EF2 12 km 0
Sep 10, 2017 EF2 51 km 0
Sep 10, 2017 EF2 82 km 0
Dec 25, 2006 EF2 8 km 0
Dec 25, 2006 EF2 28 km 0
Feb 22, 1998 EF2 24 km 1
Feb 22, 1998 EF2 33 km 0
Source: NOAA SPC (EF0+, 1950–2024)

Wildfire History

20 wildfires (100+ acres) within 100 km. Largest: UNNAMED (121,213 ac, 1998).

Year Name Acres Distance
1998 UNNAMED 121,213 24 km
1998 UNNAMED 45,954 40 km
1998 UNNAMED 24,956 69 km
1985 UNNAMED 19,129 26 km
2011 IRON HORSE 18,234 38 km
2001 STAGECOACH COMPLEX 14,079 96 km
2006 JUNIPER 11,998 52 km
1998 UNNAMED 9,972 20 km
1985 UNNAMED 9,807 59 km
1998 UNNAMED 9,705 26 km
1985 UNNAMED 9,554 49 km
1993 UNNAMED 9,422 54 km
1985 UNNAMED 8,382 21 km
2009 JUNIPER SPRINGS 8,363 53 km
1998 UNNAMED 7,345 86 km
2017 NORTH CANE 7,024 54 km
1989 UNNAMED 6,985 99 km
2007 UNNAMED 6,345 35 km
1993 UNNAMED 6,236 99 km
2011 ESPANOLA FIRE 5,468 64 km
Source: NIFC/IRWIN (100+ acres)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 60°F (15°C) 2.6 in Coldest
February 60°F (16°C) 3.3 in
March 65°F (18°C) 3.6 in
April 69°F (21°C) 2.3 in
May 75°F (24°C) 3.5 in
June 80°F (26°C) 6.4 in
July 83°F (28°C) 7.1 in Warmest
August 81°F (27°C) 7.2 in Wettest
September 80°F (26°C) 6.7 in
October 73°F (23°C) 3.7 in
November 66°F (19°C) 2.3 in
December 60°F (16°C) 2.1 in Driest

Lake Helen has a seasonal temperature swing of 23°F / from 60°F in January to 83°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 50.7 inches, with August being the wettest month (7.2") and December the driest (2.1").

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Lake Helen is located in Seminole County. It is classified as Metro / 1 million+, part of a metropolitan area. 24.4% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 28% below the national average of 33.7%. 90.4% have completed high school. 7.6% hold a graduate or professional degree (below the 13.1% national rate). Area schools have an average test score of 6.5 out of 10. In the 2024 presidential election, the county voted Republican with 51.1% of the vote, a 3.6-point margin. 93.2% of households have broadband internet access. The area has 6 EV charging stations. There are 6 public libraries serving the community. 1,605 healthcare facilities operate in the area. 90.5% of workers drive alone to work.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 51.1%
D 47.6%

Winner: Republican by 3.6 points

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)49
Traffic Accidents202
Avg Accident Severity2.5 / 4.0
F Safety Grade (1.0/5.0)

Education

Bachelor's Degree+24.4%
28% below US avg
High School+90.4%
Graduate Degree+7.6%
School Test Score6.48
C+ Education Grade (3.0/5.0)

Area & Infrastructure

RUCC Code 1Metro / 1 million+
Population Density632/sq mi
Total Area4.6 sq mi
CountySeminole County County

Services

Broadband Access93.2%
Avg Download Speed170.4 Mbps
Avg Upload Speed27.3 Mbps
Max Download Speed1,000 Mbps
EV Charging Stations6
Alt Fuel Stations6
Public Libraries6
Healthcare Facilities1,605
Restaurants1,017
Retail Stores1,669

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute28.7 min
Drive Alone90.5%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home6.1%
Average costs for common services in Lake Helen. Prices are estimated based on regional cost of living data and may vary by provider.

Healthcare

Doctor Visit (Primary Care) $259 ($155–$414)
Specialist Visit $362 ($207–$569)
Urgent Care Visit $207 ($103–$362)
Emergency Room Visit $2,275 ($827–$5,170)
Dental Cleaning $134 ($78–$207)
Dental Filling $259 ($155–$414)
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Auto Repair

Oil Change (Conventional) $47 ($26–$78)
Oil Change (Synthetic) $78 ($52–$124)
Brake Pad Replacement $310 ($155–$517)
Tire Rotation $41 ($21–$78)
New Tires (Set of 4) $620 ($414–$1,034)
Battery Replacement $207 ($103–$362)
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Home Services

Plumber (Per Hour) $103 ($62–$155)
Electrician (Per Hour) $93 ($52–$145)
HVAC Repair $414 ($155–$827)
HVAC System Install $7,238 ($4,136–$12,408)
Roof Repair $1,034 ($414–$2,068)
Roof Replacement $9,306 ($5,687–$15,510)
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Legal

Divorce (Uncontested) $1,551 ($517–$3,619)
Divorce (Contested) $15,510 ($5,170–$31,020)
DUI Defense $5,170 ($2,068–$10,340)
Bankruptcy (Chapter 7) $1,551 ($827–$3,102)
Will Preparation $517 ($207–$1,034)
Trust Preparation $2,585 ($1,034–$5,170)
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Personal Care

Men's Haircut $26 ($16–$47)
Women's Haircut $57 ($31–$103)
Hair Coloring (Full) $155 ($78–$259)
Manicure $26 ($16–$47)
Pedicure $41 ($26–$67)
Massage (1 Hour) $83 ($52–$134)
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Food & Grocery

Gallon of Milk (per gallon) $4.24 ($3.10–$5.69)
Dozen Eggs (per dozen) $3.62 ($2.59–$5.17)
Loaf of Bread $3.93 ($2.59–$5.69)
Chicken Breast (per lb) $4.65 ($3.10–$6.72)
Ground Beef (per lb) $5.69 ($4.14–$7.76)
Rice (per lb) $1.03 ($0.62–$1.86)
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Utilities

Electricity (Monthly) $145 ($83–$259)
Natural Gas (Monthly) $72 ($31–$155)
Water/Sewer (Monthly) $72 ($41–$124)
Internet (Monthly) $72 ($41–$103)
Cell Phone Plan (Monthly) $67 ($31–$103)
Cable TV (Monthly) $88 ($52–$155)
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Transportation

Monthly Parking (Downtown) $207 ($78–$517)
Car Insurance (Annual) $2,068 ($1,241–$3,619)
Bus Pass (Monthly) $72 ($31–$134)
Taxi/Uber (5-Mile Ride) $16 ($8.27–$26)
Car Registration (Annual) $103 ($31–$259)
Driver's License Renewal $31 ($16–$78)
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Education & Childcare

Daycare (Infant, Monthly) $1,241 ($620–$2,585)
Daycare (Toddler, Monthly) $1,034 ($517–$2,068)
After-School Care (Monthly) $414 ($207–$724)
Tutoring (Per Hour) $52 ($26–$103)
SAT/ACT Prep Course $1,034 ($414–$2,585)
Private School (K-12, Annual) $12,925 ($5,170–$31,020)
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Pets

Vet Visit (Routine Checkup) $62 ($31–$103)
Dog Vaccination (Annual) $103 ($52–$207)
Dog Grooming $62 ($31–$103)
Pet Boarding (Per Night) $41 ($21–$78)
Dog Spay/Neuter $310 ($155–$517)
Cat Spay/Neuter $207 ($103–$414)
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Childcare

Center-Based (monthly)
Infant$1,078
Toddler$866
Preschool$823
Family Childcare (monthly)
Infant$758
Toddler$758
Preschool$650
Source: DOL Women's Bureau (2022)

Top Industries in Seminole County

Largest private-sector industries by employment (BLS QCEW 2024 data, county level).

Industry Jobs Establishments Avg Annual Pay Location Quotient
Retail Trade 26,905 1,790 $41,343 1.26
Health Care & Social Assistance 24,843 1,897 $58,488 0.81
Construction 24,759 1,978 $74,065 2.21
Professional & Technical Services 19,459 3,056 $96,009 1.31
Accommodation & Food Services 18,783 1,103 $26,643 0.97
Administrative & Waste Services 17,706 1,437 $52,325 1.41
Finance & Insurance 15,400 1,075 $90,904 1.78
Manufacturing 8,350 571 $66,019 0.48
Wholesale Trade 7,340 817 $122,023 0.87
Other Services 7,139 1,222 $68,880 1.11
Information & Technology 5,165 439 $103,994 1.29
Educational Services 4,406 314 $43,268 1.00
Real Estate 4,210 1,038 $63,519 1.27
Transportation & Warehousing 4,052 306 $63,983 0.45
Management of Companies 4,024 136 $120,888 1.12
Arts & Entertainment 2,685 293 $28,589 0.75
Utilities 807 37 $103,427 1.00
Unclassified 252 386 $61,274 0.85
Agriculture & Forestry 244 47 $42,873 0.14
Mining & Oil/Gas 22 8 $44,655 0.03

Schools in Lake Helen

2 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
IVY HAWN CHARTER SCHOOL OF THE ARTS (Charter) Elementary 940 52 18.1:1
VOLUSIA PINES ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Elementary 527 35 15.1:1
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Radio Stations near Lake Helen

3 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
Viva FM Orlando 99.5 Orange County/103.7 Osceola County classic salsa, latin MP3 128 kbps
WDBO talk radio AAC+ 49 kbps
Skate.fm disco, funk MP3 128 kbps

Campgrounds Near Lake Helen

10 campgrounds found near Lake Helen.

NameRatingSitesPrice
Hopkins Prairie Campground 4.6/5 20 $16
RIVER FOREST GROUP SITE 4.6/5 1 $200
CLEARWATER LAKE REC AREA 4.5/5 38 $38
BUCK LAKE GROUP CAMPGROUND 4.3/5 1 $70
LAKE DORR CABIN 4.3/5 1 $200
Alexander Springs Recreation Area 4.2/5 66 $38–$70
Canaveral National Seashore Permits 4.2/5 14 $25
JUNIPER SPRINGS REC AREA 4.2/5 77 $38–$70
Lake Dorr Campground 3.7/5 34 $20
Middle Dredge Campsite Free

National Parks Near Lake Helen

24 national parks and monuments found near Lake Helen.

ParkTypeFee
Anastasia State Park State Park Free
Bicentennial Youth Park Environmental Learning Center State Park Free
Blue Spring State Park State Park Free
Bulow Creek State Park State Park Free
Canaveral National Seashore National Seashore $25
Castillo de San Marcos National Monument National Monument $15
Colt Creek State Park State Park Free
De Leon Springs State Park State Park Free
Dunns Creek State Park State Park Free
Faver-Dykes State Park State Park Free
Fort Matanzas National Monument National Monument Free
Hontoon Island State Park State Park Free
Lake Griffin State Park State Park Free
Mike Roess Gold Head Branch State Park State Park Free
Nance Park State Park Free
North Peninsula State Park State Park Free
Paradise Beach North State Park Free
Ravine Gardens State Park State Park Free
Riverside Park State Park Free
Silver River State Park State Park Free
Tomoka State Park State Park Free
Tuscawilla Park State Park Free
Washington Oaks Gardens State Park State Park Free
Wekiwa Springs State Park State Park Free

Trails Near Lake Helen

74 trails found near Lake Helen.

TrailMilesSurfaceHikeBikeHorse
PAISLEY WOODS MTN BIKE 20.1 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
FNST - SEMINOLE SECTION 14.2 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
FLATWOODS RIDING LOOP 13.9 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
FNST - SEMINOLE SECTION 12.8 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
FLATWOODS RIDING LOOP 11.9 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
FLATWOODS RIDING LOOP 9.1 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
BAPTIST RIDING LOOP 8.6 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
FNST - LAKE GEORGE SECTION 7.8 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
CENTENNIAL TRAIL 6.7 NATIVE MATERIAL
ST. FRANCIS TRAIL 5.9 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
BAPTIST RIDING LOOP 4.7 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
CENTENNIAL TRAIL 3.7 NATIVE MATERIAL
CENTENNIAL TRAIL 3.6 NATIVE MATERIAL
CENTENNIAL TRAIL 3.4 NATIVE MATERIAL
WANDERING WIREGRASS 3.2 NATIVE MATERIAL
BAPTIST RIDING LOOP 2.7 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
CENTENNIAL TRAIL 2.6 NATIVE MATERIAL
WANDERING WIREGRASS 2.3 NATIVE MATERIAL
SOUTH LOOP 2.0 NATIVE MATERIAL
SOUTH LOOP 2.0 NATIVE MATERIAL
WANDERING WIREGRASS 1.9 NATIVE MATERIAL
WANDERING WIREGRASS 1.8 NATIVE MATERIAL
THE YEARLING TRAIL 1.8 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
FNST - LAKE GEORGE SECTION 1.8 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
FNST - BUCK LAKE SPUR 1.6 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
SALT SPRINGS WILDLIFE VIEWING 1.5 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
BAPTIST RIDING LOOP 1.5 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
BEAR SWAMP TRAIL 1.4 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
BAPTIST RIDING LOOP 1.3 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
WANDERING WIREGRASS 1.3 NATIVE MATERIAL
CLEARWATER LAKE LOOP 1.3 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
LAKE GEORGE 1.2 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
SOUTH LOOP 1.1 NATIVE MATERIAL
FNST - LAKE GEORGE SECTION 1.1 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
WANDERING WIREGRASS 1.0 NATIVE MATERIAL
WANDERING WIREGRASS 0.9 NATIVE MATERIAL
WANDERING WIREGRASS 0.8 NATIVE MATERIAL
THE YEARLING TRAIL 0.7 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
WANDERING WIREGRASS 0.7 NATIVE MATERIAL
TIMUCUAN LOOP 0.7 OTHER Yes
WANDERING WIREGRASS 0.7 NATIVE MATERIAL
FNST - LAKE GEORGE SECTION 0.7 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
ALEXANDER SPRINGS SPUR 0.6 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
THE YEARLING TRAIL 0.6 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
SCRUB JAY SHORTCUT 0.6 NATIVE MATERIAL
WANDERING WIREGRASS 0.6 NATIVE MATERIAL
JUNIPER SPRINGS NATURE TRAIL 0.6 IMPORTED LOOSE MATERIAL Yes
WANDERING WIREGRASS 0.5 NATIVE MATERIAL
RATTLESNAKE WELL LOOP 0.5 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
THE YEARLING TRAIL 0.4 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
TIMUCUAN LOOP 0.4 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
WANDERING WIREGRASS 0.4 NATIVE MATERIAL
WANDERING WIREGRASS 0.2 NATIVE MATERIAL
SILVER GLEN SPRINGS BOILS TR 0.2 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
SOUTH LOOP 0.2 NATIVE MATERIAL
WANDERING WIREGRASS 0.1 NATIVE MATERIAL
WANDERING WIREGRASS 0.1 NATIVE MATERIAL
CENTENNIAL TRAIL 0.1 NATIVE MATERIAL
WANDERING WIREGRASS ENTRANCE 0.1 NATIVE MATERIAL
SOUTH LOOP 0.1 NATIVE MATERIAL
WANDERING WIREGRASS 0.1 NATIVE MATERIAL
CENTENNIAL TRAIL 0.0 NATIVE MATERIAL
CENTENNIAL TRAIL 0.0 NATIVE MATERIAL
CENTENNIAL TRAIL 0.0 NATIVE MATERIAL
CENTENNIAL TRAIL 0.0 NATIVE MATERIAL
CENTENNIAL TRAIL 0.0 NATIVE MATERIAL
CENTENNIAL TRAIL 0.0 NATIVE MATERIAL
CENTENNIAL TRAIL 0.0 NATIVE MATERIAL
WANDERING WIREGRASS 0.0 NATIVE MATERIAL
CENTENNIAL TRAIL 0.0 NATIVE MATERIAL
CENTENNIAL TRAIL 0.0 NATIVE MATERIAL
SOUTH LOOP 0.0 NATIVE MATERIAL
SOUTH LOOP 0.0 NATIVE MATERIAL
SOUTH LOOP 0.0 NATIVE MATERIAL

Museums in Lake Helen

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
GILLESPIE MUSEUM OF MINERALSGENERAL MUSEUM3868227330$191,984,547
POPE AND MARGARET DUNCAN GALLERY OF ARTART MUSEUM$191,984,547
HAVERY W LEE JR MEMORIAL GALLERYART MUSEUM3864812700$84,450,307
MARY MCLEOD BETHUNE HOMEHISTORIC PRESERVATION$84,450,307
VISUAL ARTS GALLERYART MUSEUM3864812700$84,450,307
MUSEUM OF ARTS AND SCIENCESSCIENCE & TECHNOLOGY MUSEUM OR PLANETARIUM352 SOUTH NOVA ROAD3862550285ext$2,919,605
DELAND MUSEUM OF ARTART MUSEUM3867344371$596,140
MUSEUM OF FLORIDA ARTART MUSEUM$596,140
BANDSHELLHISTORIC PRESERVATION3865669047$243,143
FLORIDA MUSEUM FOR WOMEN ARTISTSGENERAL MUSEUM600 NORTH WOODLAND AVENUE3867344371$138,568
ART LEAGUE OF DAYTONA BEACHGENERAL MUSEUM3862583856$83,558
LIVING LEGENDS AUTO RACINGGENERAL MUSEUM2400 S RIDGEWOOD AVENUE3867634483$79,819
HALIFAX HISTORICAL SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION$77,769
WEST VOLUSIA HISTORICAL SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION3867344765$54,408
MARINE SCIENCE CENTERSCIENCE & TECHNOLOGY MUSEUM OR PLANETARIUM3863045545$32,097
VETERANS COMMUNITY EDUCATION PARTNERSHIP FOR WEST VOLUSIAGENERAL MUSEUM2072 ALAMEDA DRIVE3867898247$4,828
FLORIDA STATE LEAGUE BASEBALL HALL OF FAMEGENERAL MUSEUMPO BOX 349$2,085
DUTTON HOUSEHISTORIC PRESERVATION$34
AFRICAN AMERICAN MUSEUM OF THE ARTSGENERAL MUSEUM325 SOUTH CLARA AVENUE3867364004
AHEPA NEW SMYRNA MEMORIALHISTORIC PRESERVATION3864395020
BOTANICAL GARDENS OF VOLUSIAARBORETUM, BOTANICAL GARDEN, OR NATURE CENTER950 OLD SUGAR MILL ROAD3867671735
CENTRAL FLORIDA ZOO & BOTANICAL GARDENSZOO, AQUARIUM, OR WILDLIFE CONSERVATION3755 N W HIGHWAY 17-924073234450
COALWOOD HISTORICAL SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION
COMMEMORATIVE AIR FORCEGENERAL MUSEUM1570 OLD NDB RD3867606188
DEBARY HALL HISTORIC SITEHISTORIC PRESERVATION3866683840
DELAND MEMORIAL MUSEUMGENERAL MUSEUM230 N STONE ST3867362903
DELAND NAVAL AIR STATION MUSEUMGENERAL MUSEUM3867384149
DELTONA ARTS & HISTORICAL CENTERHISTORIC PRESERVATION3865752601
EAA 635 OF DELAND FLORIDAHISTORIC PRESERVATION3524830210
FINE ARTS GALLERYART MUSEUM4077084722
FLORIDA POSTAL MUSEUMGENERAL MUSEUM3867748849
GENEVA HISTORICAL AND GENEALOGICAL SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION165 FIRST STREET4073495697
GOLDSBORO WEST SIDE COMMUNITY HISTORICAL ASSOCIATIONHISTORIC PRESERVATION
HISTORIC CLOTHING AND TEXTILES COLLECTIONGENERAL MUSEUM234 E MICHIGAN AVE3868227330
LAKE MARY HISTORICAL SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION158 NORTH COUNTRY CLUB ROAD4075851481
LIGHT HOUSE CHILDREN S MUSEUMCHILDREN'S MUSEUM
LYONIA ENVIRONMENTAL CENTERARBORETUM, BOTANICAL GARDEN, OR NATURE CENTER2150 EUSTACE AVENUE3867897207
MOTOR RACING HERITAGE ASSOCIATIONHISTORIC PRESERVATION
MUSEUM CENTER AT SPRUCE CREEKGENERAL MUSEUM3867883234
MUSEUM OF ARTS & SCIENCES PLANETARIUMSCIENCE & TECHNOLOGY MUSEUM OR PLANETARIUM352 S NOVA ROAD
MUSEUM OF GENEVA HISTORYGENERAL MUSEUM
MUSEUM OF SEMINOLE COUNTY HISTORYGENERAL MUSEUM
ORANGE CITY HISTORICAL SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION
RIVER OF LAKES HERITAGE CORRIDORHISTORY MUSEUM116 W NEW YORK AVENUE3865750694
SANFORD HISTORIC TRUSTHISTORIC PRESERVATION
SANFORD HISTORICAL SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION520 E 1ST ST4076885198
SEMINOLE COUNTY HISTORICAL SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATIONPO BOX 9535434076652489
SEMINOLE STATE COLLEGE PLANETARIUMSCIENCE & TECHNOLOGY MUSEUM OR PLANETARIUM4077082360
SOUTHEAST MUSEUM OF PHOTOGRAPHYART MUSEUM3865064475

Libraries in Lake Helen

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
VOLUSIA COUNTY PUBLIC LIBRARY1290 INDIAN LAKE RD.0.02,601,253

Farmers Markets in Lake Helen

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Artisan Alley Farmers and Makers MarketArtisan Alley01/01/2019 to 12/31/2019Fri: 6:00 PM-9:00 PM;
Barberville Family Farm Swap & MarketLemmon road and Highway 4001/01/2012 to 12/31/2012Sat: 6:00 AM-1:00 PM;Visit
Daytona Beach Downtown Farmers' Market100 E Magnolia Ave01/01/2016 to 12/31/2016Sat: 7:00 AM-1:00 PM;YesVisit
hubbs farm & garden center 29240 state road 46 01/01/2016 to 12/31/2016Thu: 10:00 AM-5:00 PM;Fri: 10:00 AM-5:00 PM;Sat: 10:00 AM-5:00 PM;Sun: 10:00 AM-5:00 PM;Visit
Lake Mary Farmers' Market100 N 4th StreetJanuary to DecemberSat:9:00 AM - 1:30 PM;Visit
Sanford Farmers Market150 E. 1st St. (Magnolia Square)01/01/2016 to 12/31/2016Sat: 10:00 AM-3:00 PM;YesVisit

Hotels in Lake Helen

2 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Cabin On the Lake
Cassadaga Hotel

Restaurants in Lake Helen

3 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Lost in Time Cafe
Roma Pizza Lake Helen
Sinatra's Ristorante

Theatres in Lake Helen

1 theatres within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Shoestring Theater

Golf Courses in Lake Helen

1 golf courses within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Victoria Hills Golf Club

Breweries in Lake Helen

NameTypeAddressPhoneWebsite
Billabong'sSanford Florida, Venues, Bar, Breweries & Brew Pubs, Bar & Grill Restaurants, Bars, Bars & Pubs, Bar3848 S Orlando Dr4073238232
Daytona Beach Brewing CompanyBrewery482 Fentress Blvd
George's TavernBreweries & Brew Pubs, Liquor Stores, Liquors-off Sale-retail, Bar & Grill Restaurants, Bars, Alcoho1011 S French Ave4073227394
House For Beer @ The Pavilion - Port OrangeBar, Brewery, and Residence, Brewery, Bar, Residence5535 S Williamson Blvd3862651980
Infield TheBreweries & Brew Pubs, Cocktail Lounges, Bar & Grill Restaurants, Cocktail Lounge Restaurants5610 S Ridgewood Ave
Sanford Homebrew ShopBrewery and Beer Garden115 S Magnolia Ave4077326931Visit
Tomoka Brewing CoBrewery, American Restaurant, and Beer Garden4647 Clyde Morris Blvd3862564979
Wop's Hops Brewing CompanyBrewery419 Sanford Ave
Wops' Hops Brewing CompanyBreweries, Food & Drink419 S Sanford Ave4078787819

Cell Towers in Lake Helen

AddressStructure TypeHeight (ft)
112 Carswell Avenue (6576)LTOWER95
112 Carswell Avenue (6576)LTOWER95
1869 SOUTH CR #3 (6575)LTOWER93
1869 South CR-3 (6575)LTOWER93
1438 SR 46 (7712)LTOWER90
1438 SR 46 (7712)LTOWER90
34600 Cummer Road (71398)LTOWER83
34600 Cummer Road (71398)LTOWER83
3051 NARCISSUS AVENUE (61637)LTOWER82
3051 NARCISSUS AVENUE (61637)LTOWER82
248 HAZEN ROAD (6581)LTOWER76
248 HAZEN ROAD (6581)LTOWER76
395 COLLINS ROAD (14075)MTOWER62
395 COLLINS ROAD (14075)MTOWER62
29709 County Road 46A (71397)MTOWER61
29707 County Road 46A (71397)MTOWER61
5397 ORANGE BLVD. (61674)MTOWER57
5397 ORANGE BLVD. (61674)MTOWER57
2333 Cameron Avenue (61744)MTOWER46
2333 Cameron Avenue (61744)MTOWER46

Bridges in Lake Helen

LocationTypeKindYear BuiltLength (ft)Daily TrafficCondition
SlabConcrete continuous201510429,750G
SlabConcrete continuous201410429,750G
CulvertConcrete20072719,000G
CulvertConcrete20072719,000G
CulvertConcrete20072219,000G
Stringer/Multi-beamPrestressed concrete200829212,600G
Stringer/Multi-beamPrestressed concrete continuous20063669,550G
Stringer/Multi-beamPrestressed concrete continuous20083669,550G
Stringer/Multi-beamPrestressed concrete20072382,500G
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel continuous20084001,900G

Amtrak Stations in Lake Helen

3 Amtrak stations.

StationAddressType
Daytona Beach, FL100 North Atlantic AvenueBUS
DeLand, FL2491 Old New York AvenueTRAIN
Sanford, FL600 South Persimmon AvenueTRAIN

Superfund Sites Near Lake Helen

2 EPA Superfund sites (hazardous waste cleanup locations).

SiteAddressCounty
FLORIDA POWER AND LIGHT SANFORD POWER PLANT950 SOUTH HIGHWAY 17-92VOLUSIA
FLORIDA POWER CORP DEBARY PLANT176 W HIGHBANKS RDVOLUSIA

Airports Near Lake Helen

50 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Orlando International AirportMCOLarge Airport
Orlando Sanford International AirportSFBLarge Airport
Cape Canaveral SFS Skid StripMedium Airport
Daytona Beach International AirportDABMedium Airport
Kissimmee Gateway AirportISMMedium Airport
Leesburg International AirportLEEMedium Airport
Orlando Executive AirportORLMedium Airport
Patrick Space Force BaseCOFMedium Airport
Space Coast Regional AirportTIXMedium Airport
Space Florida Launch and Landing FacilityMedium Airport
Arthur Dunn Air ParkSmall Airport
Big Oaks Ranch AirportSmall Airport
Blue Ridge Flightpark AirportSmall Airport
BNCFL AirportSmall Airport
Bob White FieldSmall Airport
Bradshaw Tree Farm AirportSmall Airport
Britt Brown & Porter Ranch AirportSmall Airport
Burntwood Ranch AirportSmall Airport
Cedar Knoll Flying Ranch AirportSmall Airport
Cross Creek Farms AirportSmall Airport
Deep Woods Ranch AirportSmall Airport
Deland Municipal Sidney H Taylor FieldSmall Airport
Devils Garden StripSmall Airport
Downsers Field / Albatross AirstripSmall Airport
Eagles Nest AerodromeSmall Airport
Earle AirparkSmall Airport
Flagler Executive AirportSmall Airport
Flying 4 Ranch AirportSmall Airport
Flying Baron Estates AirportSmall Airport
Flying Exotics AirportSmall Airport
Flying Palomino Ranch AirportSmall Airport
Flying-H AirportSmall Airport
Grass Roots AirparkSmall Airport
Highlander AirportSmall Airport
Hobby Hill STOLportSmall Airport
Hutson AirfieldSmall Airport
Jim Finlay Farm AirportSmall Airport
Kathrinstadt AirportSmall Airport
Kings FieldSmall Airport
Lafayette Landings AirportSmall Airport
LM-ETS AirportSmall Airport
Love FieldSmall Airport
Massey Ranch AirparkSmall Airport
Melrose Landing AirportSmall Airport
Merritt Island AirportCOISmall Airport
Mid Florida at Eustis AirportSmall Airport
Mount Royal AirportSmall Airport
New Smyrna Beach Municipal AirportSmall Airport
North Exuma AirportSmall Airport
Oak Ridge AirportSmall Airport

Police Stations in Lake Helen

22 police stations.

StationAddressPhone
1354 Indian Lake Road
4545 South Clyde Morris Boulevard
Campus Security
Daytona Beach Police Department
DeLand Police Department
Florida Highway Patrol Troop D District 3 - DeLand
Lake Helen Police Department
Lake Helen Police Department
Lake Mary Police Department
Mid-town Substation955 Orange Avenue
Orange City Police Department
Sanford Police Department815 Historic Goldsboro Boulevard
Seminole County Sheriff's Office
South Daytona City Police Department1672 South Ridgewood Avenue
South Daytona City Police Department
South Daytona Police Department2400 South Ridgewood Avenue
Volusia County Sheriff Department79 Charles Richard Beall Boulevard
Volusia County Sheriff's Office
Volusia County Sheriff's Office
Volusia County Sheriff's Office999 3rd Street
Volusia County Sheriff's Office999 3rd Street
Volusia County Sheriff's Office - Aviation
Volusia Sheriff's Office
West Volusia Police Athletic

Grocery Stores in Lake Helen

8 grocery stores.

StoreTypeAddress
ALDI 74231Supermarket2880 Howland Blvd
CIRCLE K 2708616Convenience Store2885 Howland Blvd
Circle K 2722419Convenience Store446 S Lakeview Dr
Deltona ExpressConvenience Store2910 Howland Blvd
DOLLAR GENERAL 13743Other3016 Howland Blvd
Dollar General 21105Other3000 Lake Helen Osteen Rd
DOLLARTREE 8113Other2901 Howland Blvd.
Lake Helen DiscountConvenience Store143 Cassadaga Rd

Post Offices in Lake Helen

3 post offices.

Post OfficeAddress
Cassadaga Post Office1087 Stevens Street
Lake Helen Post Office
Lake Helen Post Office

Treatment Centers in Lake Helen

25 treatment centers.

CenterTypePhone
Advent Health - DelandBoth386-943-4522
Advent Health Hope and Healing CenterSubstance Abuse407-792-2161
Halifax Health Adult PsychiatryMental Health386-425-3908
Halifax Health Behavioral ServicesMental Health386-425-3900
Hearthstone Fellowship Foundation IncSubstance Abuse386-238-1348
Heroes MileSubstance Abuse386-337-7957
Metro Treatment of Florida LP - New Season Treatment Center 4Substance Abuse386-254-1931
Newman Counseling Alternatives PA - Outpatient ServicesSubstance Abuse386-253-4559
Oasis Treatment CenterSubstance Abuse386-795-2404
Orlando VA - West Side PavillionBoth386-366-6700
Outreach Community Care NetworkBoth386-255-5569
Recovery House of Central FloridaSubstance Abuse407-323-5857
Seminole Ctr for Co Occurring DisorderSubstance Abuse407-875-3700 x2277
SMA Enrichment - DaytonaMental Health800-539-4228
SMA Adolescent Residential - DaytonaSubstance Abuse800-539-4228
SMA Crisis - DaytonaSubstance Abuse800-539-4228
SMA FACT - DaytonaBoth800-539-4228
SMA Outpatient - DaytonaSubstance Abuse800-539-4228
SMA Outpatient - DaytonaSubstance Abuse800-539-4228
SMA Outpatient - DeBarySubstance Abuse800-539-4228
SMA Outpatient - DeLandBoth800-539-4228
True HealthBoth407-322-8645
Volusia County Comprehensive Trtr Ctr - CRC Health Treatment Clinics LLCSubstance Abuse386-822-9941
WhiteSands Alcohol and Drug Rehab - DelandSubstance Abuse386-490-9132
William V Chappell Jr VA - SatelliteBoth386-366-7500

Churches & Religious Organizations in Lake Helen

6 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
BLAKE MEMORIAL BAPTIST CHURCH134 N EUCLID AVE
EMPOWERMENT CHURCH OF GOD IN CHRIST INC395 CHURCH ST
LAKE HELEN CHURCH OF GOD IN CHRIST395 CHURCH ST
LAKE HELEN CIRCLE OF THE GENERAL CHURCH OF THE NEW JERUSALEM INC105 HARLAN AVE BOX 153
UNIVERSAL CHURCH OF SPIRITUAL SCIENCE INCPO BOX 296
UNIVERSAL CHURCH OF SPIRITUAL SCIENCE SPIRITUAL CENTER OF CASSADPO BOX 111

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Frequently Asked Questions About Lake Helen

What is the population of Lake Helen?

Lake Helen has a population of 2,877 residents and is located in Florida. The population density is 632 people per square mile, spread across 4.6 square miles. The median age of residents is 43.8 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 48.3% female and 51.7% male.

Is Lake Helen expensive to live in?

Lake Helen has a cost of living roughly in line with the national average, with an index of 103.4 (baseline: 100). The median household income is $94,952, 26% above the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $344,900 (22% above the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $1,255 per month. The home price-to-income ratio is 3.6x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.

Is Lake Helen safe?

Lake Helen is considered a very safe city with a violent crime rate of 106 per 100,000 residents, well below the national average of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 987 per 100,000 (below the national average). Overall, Lake Helen receives a safety grade of F based on combined crime data.

What is the weather like in Lake Helen?

Lake Helen has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 73°F (23°C). Winter temperatures average 60°F in January, while summers reach an average of 83°F in July. The area receives 314 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 54.0 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 41.

How is the job market in Lake Helen?

The job market in Lake Helen is very strong, with unemployment at just 2.1% / well below the national rate of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $1,259. There are 18,029 business establishments in the area, including 1,017 restaurants and food service locations. The average commute time is 29 minutes, and 6.1% of workers work from home.

How much does housing cost in Lake Helen?

The median home value in Lake Helen is $344,900. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $314,750. For renters, the median monthly rent is $1,255. Fair market rent is $1,296 for a 1-bedroom and $1,526 for a 2-bedroom apartment. The homeownership rate is 82.3%. The average annual property tax is $5,998.

How are the schools in Lake Helen?

Schools in Lake Helen score 6.5 out of 10 on standardized testing, near the national average. 24.4% of adults in Lake Helen hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 90.4% have completed high school. 7.6% hold a graduate or professional degree.

How healthy is Lake Helen?

The obesity rate in Lake Helen is 32.2% (below the national rate of 32.1%). 14.4% of adults are smokers. 21.4% are physically inactive. 22.1% of residents report depression. 11.4% lack health insurance (above the national rate). 92.9% of residents have access to exercise opportunities. The primary care physician ratio is 1:1,260.

What is transportation like in Lake Helen?

The average commute in Lake Helen is 29 minutes. 90.5% of workers drive alone to work, and 6.1% work from home.

What are the demographics of Lake Helen?

The racial and ethnic makeup of Lake Helen is 93% White, 2.5% Black or African American. 96.1% of residents speak only English at home, while 3.9% speak Spanish. 8.6% of the population are military veterans. 16.3% of residents have a disability. 84.1% have health insurance coverage.

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