Lantana, FL

Florida · Metropolitan Area

Lantana is a small city in Florida with a population of 11,845. Residents earn $69,677 per year, which is 7% below the national average.

2.8 /5.0
C+ Fair
11,845 Population 4,998/sq mi density
$69,677 Median Income $42,784 per capita
$374,800 Home Value
$1,590 Median Rent
76°F Avg Temperature
613 Violent Crime/100K 4,924 property/100K
C+
Overall
2.8 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.8 / 5.0
$69,677 median income, 5.6% unemployment
B+
Affordability
3.6 / 5.0
$374,800 home value, $1,590/mo rent
F
Safety
1.0 / 5.0
613 violent crimes/100K (61% above avg)
C+
Education
2.9 / 5.0
23.9% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $69,677
7% lower than US avg
Home Value $374,800
33% higher than US avg
Violent Crime 613/100K
61% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 23.9%
29% lower than US avg
Median Rent $1,590
37% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 27.7%
14% lower than US avg
Unemployment 5.6%
56% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 5.2%
58% lower than US avg

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

People

Population11,845
Median Age40.8 yrs
Density4,998/mi²
Male / Female54% / 47%
Largest GroupWhite 50%

Economy

B+
Median Income$69,677
Per Capita$42,784
Unemployment5.6%
Poverty5.2%
County GDP$140,506M
Commute21 min

Housing

B+
Home Value$374,800
Rent$1,590
OwnershipN/A

Crime

F
Violent613/100K
Property4,924/100K
Murder0.0/100K
Assault302/100K
Burglary815/100K

Health

Obesity27.7%
UninsuredN/A
Depression17.0%
Heart Disease5.3%

Climate

Avg Temp76°F
AQI41 (Good)
Rain61.8 in/yr
Elevation15 ft

Education

C+
Bachelor's+23.9%
High School+86.6%
School Score5.60

Community

2024 VoteR 49% / D 50%
Commute21 min
EV Stations1
Libraries33

Is Lantana a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Lantana receives an overall livability score of 2.8 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include elevated crime rates, above-average unemployment. Lantana has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Lantana is $69,677, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate of 5.6% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. Only 5.2% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 21 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Lantana is $374,800, 33% above the national median. Renters pay a median of $1,590 per month, significantly above the national average of $1,163. The price-to-income ratio of 5.4x means housing costs are stretched relative to local earnings.

Safety & Crime

With 613 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 4,924 per 100,000, 151% above the national average.

Education

23.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 86.6% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.6/10.

Climate & Weather

Lantana has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 76°F. Winters average 66°F in January while summers reach 83°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 61.8 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Lantana has a population of 11,845 with a density of 4,998 people per square mile. The median age is 40.8 years, 5% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (49.9%), with 36.1% Black.

Population

11,845
Total Population
4,998
People / sq mi
40.8yrs
Median Age
5% above US avg
2.4mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 53.5%
Female 46.5%

Race & Ethnicity

Lantana vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only63.6%
19% below US avg
Spanish36.4%
172% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Lantana vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Lantana is $69,677, which is 7% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 5.6% (above the 3.6% US average). 5.2% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 21 minutes.

Income: Lantana vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$69,677
7% below US avg
Per Capita Income$42,784
Avg Weekly Wage$1,485
IRS Avg AGI$176,566

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment5.6%
56% above US avg
Poverty Rate5.2%
58% below US avg
Establishments (County)71,342
County GDP$140,506M

Business (County)

Restaurants3,308
Healthcare6,801
Retail5,605
Manufacturing973

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$15,778
351% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate4.21%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time21.3 min
Work from Home7.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Lantana is $374,800, 33% above the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,590 (37% above US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$374,800
33% above US avg
Median List Price$485,000

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$485,000
$/Sq Ft$299
Homes Sold6
Sale-to-List Ratio95.3%
Price Drops22.3%
Inventory103

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,590
37% above US avg

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-Occupied54.9%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$15,778
351% above US avg
Effective Rate4.21%
In Lantana, 27.7% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 17.0% report depression. 24.2% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Lantana vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity27.7%
14% below US avg
Diabetes10.4%
Heart Disease5.3%
High Blood Pressure29.7%
Asthma9.8%
COPD5.7%
Stroke2.9%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking15.6%
Physical Inactivity24.2%
Depression17.0%
Mental Distress17.4%
Physical Distress12.5%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate83.0%
Checkup Rate75.8%
Premature Death7,624/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.5/10
Exercise Access95.9%
Healthcare Facilities6,801
Lantana has a violent crime rate of 613 per 100,000 residents, 61% above the national average of 380. Property crime stands at 4,924 per 100,000 (151% above US avg). The murder rate is 0.0 per 100,000.

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

Violent Crime

Total Violent613.2/100K
61% above US avg
Murder0.0/100K
100% below US avg
Rape73.2/100K
Robbery238.0/100K
Assault302.0/100K

Property Crime

Total Property4,924.0/100K
151% above US avg
Burglary814.6/100K
Theft3,926.4/100K
Vehicle Theft183.1/100K
Arson9.2/100K

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)217

Safety Score

Safety GradeF
Safety Score1.0 / 5.0
Lantana has an average annual temperature of 76°F (24°C). Winters average 66°F in January while summers reach 83°F in July. Annual precipitation is 61.8 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Temperature

66°F Jan (19°C) 83°F Jul (28°C)
Annual Average75.8°F
40% above US avg
January Average66°F (19°C)
July Average83°F (28°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall61.8 inches
63% above US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median41.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation15 ft (5 m)
Area2.4 sq mi (6.1 km²)
Population Density4,998/sq mi
Coordinates26.5834°N, 80.0554°W
County FIPS12099
It is classified as Metro — 1 million+. 23.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (29% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Democrat by a 0.8-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 49.2%
D 50%

Winner: Democrat by 0.8 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+23.9%
29% below US avg
High School+86.6%
School Test Score5.60
C+ Education Grade (2.9/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 1Metro — 1 million+
Population Density4,998/sq mi
Total Area2.4 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

EV Charging Stations1
Alt Fuel Stations2
Public Libraries33
Healthcare Facilities6,801
Restaurants3,308
Retail Stores5,605

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)217
F Safety Grade (1.0/5.0)

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute21.3 min
Work from Home7.0%

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