Lake Helen, FL
Full City Profile · Florida · Seminole County County
Lake Helen, FL
At a Glance
How Lake Helen Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Lake Helen's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Lake Helen a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Lake Helen residents earn a median household income of $94,952 , which is 26% above the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $33,309. The unemployment rate stands at 4.3% (19% above the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 4.9% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 18,029 business establishments, including 1,017 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Lake Helen is $344,900 , 22% above the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $331,498. Median rent is $1,255/month, with 26.5% of renters spending more than 30% of income on housing. The cost of living index is 103.4 (100 = national average). The median home was built in 1984.
Safety & Crime
Lake Helen reports 233 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 39% below the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 166/100K.
Education
24.4% of adults in Lake Helen hold a bachelor's degree or higher (28% below the national average). 90.4% have completed high school. Local schools score 6.5/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Lake Helen has an average annual temperature of 70°F (21°C). Winters average 57°F in January while summers reach 82°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 55.5 inches.