Layton, FL

Florida

Layton is a small town in Florida with a population of 149. Residents earn $71,875 per year, which is 4% below the national average.

3.0 /5.0
B Good
149 Population 931/sq mi density
$71,875 Median Income $50,719 per capita
$693,200 Home Value $864,975 Zillow
$1,563 Median Rent 31.5% income on rent
78°F Avg Temperature
B
Overall
3.0 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.2 / 5.0
$71,875 median income, 0.0% unemployment
F
Affordability
1.2 / 5.0
$693,200 home value, $1,563/mo rent
B+
Education
3.5 / 5.0
31.5% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $71,875
4% lower than US avg
Home Value $693,200
146% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 31.5%
7% lower than US avg
Median Rent $1,563
34% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 23.7%
26% lower than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 10.3%
17% lower than US avg

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

People

Population149
Median Age56.9 yrs
Density931/mi²
Male / Female57% / 43%
Largest GroupWhite 79%
Veterans11.2%

Economy

A
Median Income$71,875
Per Capita$50,719
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty10.3%
County GDP$8,350M
Commute17 min

Housing

F
Home Value$693,200
Rent$1,563
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$864,975
Rent Burden31.5%

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity23.7%
UninsuredN/A
Depression18.2%
Heart Disease5.0%

Climate

Avg Temp78°F
AQI41 (Good)
Rain40.4 in/yr
Elevation20 ft

Education

B+
Bachelor's+31.5%
High School+100.0%
School Score5.60

Community

2024 VoteR 59% / D 40%
Commute17 min
Broadband65.0%
Libraries5

Is Layton a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Layton receives an overall livability score of 3.0 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low unemployment. Areas to be aware of include high housing costs. Layton offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Layton is $71,875, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. 10.3% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 17 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Layton is $693,200, making it a premium housing market at 146% above the U.S. median of $281,900. Renters pay a median of $1,563 per month, significantly above the national average of $1,163. With a home price-to-income ratio of 9.6x, housing affordability is a significant challenge for many families.

Education

31.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 100.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.6/10.

Climate & Weather

Layton has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 78°F. Winters average 69°F in January while summers reach 84°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 40.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Layton has a population of 149 with a density of 931 people per square mile. The median age is 56.9 years, 46% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (79.2%).

Population

149
Total Population
931
People / sq mi
56.9yrs
Median Age
46% above US avg
0.2mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 57%
Female 43%

Race & Ethnicity

Layton vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only83.1%
6% above US avg
Spanish16.9%
26% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Layton vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Layton is $71,875, which is 4% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 10.3% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 17 minutes.

Income: Layton vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$71,875
4% below US avg
Per Capita Income$50,719
Avg Weekly Wage$1,129
IRS Avg AGI$190,259

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate10.3%
17% below US avg
Establishments (County)5,008
County GDP$8,350M

Business (County)

Restaurants591
Healthcare238
Retail611
Manufacturing58

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$13,392
283% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate1.93%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time16.9 min
Drive Alone72.6%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Layton is $693,200, 146% above the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,563 (34% above US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $864,975.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$693,200
146% above US avg
Zillow ZHVI$864,975

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

$/Sq Ft$819
Homes Sold1
Sale-to-List Ratio97.2%
Price Drops100.0%
Inventory3

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,563
34% above US avg
Rent Burden31.5%

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

Owner-Occupied47.7%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$13,392
283% above US avg
Effective Rate1.93%
In Layton, 23.7% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 18.2% report depression. 18.6% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity23.7%
26% below US avg
Diabetes8.5%
Heart Disease5.0%
High Blood Pressure28.1%
Asthma9.0%
COPD4.7%
Stroke2.4%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking21.0%
Physical Inactivity18.6%
Depression18.2%
Mental Distress16.0%
Physical Distress11.3%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate86.8%
Checkup Rate74.9%
Premature Death7,731/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.9/10
Exercise Access79.7%
Healthcare Facilities238

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)12

Safety Score

Layton has an average annual temperature of 78°F (25°C). Winters average 69°F in January while summers reach 84°F in July. Annual precipitation is 40.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Temperature

69°F Jan (21°C) 84°F Jul (29°C)
Annual Average77.5°F
44% above US avg
January Average69°F (21°C)
July Average84°F (29°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall40.4 inches
6% above US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median41.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation20 ft (6 m)
Area0.2 sq mi (0.4 km²)
Population Density931/sq mi
Coordinates24.8251°N, 80.8116°W
County FIPS12087
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 20K+, adjacent. 31.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (7% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 18.3-point margin. 65.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 58.8%
D 40.5%

Winner: Republican by 18.3 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+31.5%
7% below US avg
High School+100.0%
School Test Score5.60
B+ Education Grade (3.5/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 4Nonmetro — Urban 20K+, adjacent
Population Density931/sq mi
Total Area0.2 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access65.0%
Public Libraries5
Healthcare Facilities238
Restaurants591
Retail Stores611

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)12

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute16.9 min
Drive Alone72.6%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

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