Median Income
$52,996
29% lower than US avg
Home Value
$293,900
4% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+
20.2%
40% lower than US avg
Median Rent
$1,221
5% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate
32.8%
2% higher than US avg
Unemployment
1.2%
67% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate
2.1%
83% lower than US avg
How Lecanto Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Population6,929
Median Age45.3 yrs
Density257/mi²
Male / Female52% / 48%
Largest GroupWhite 89%
Economy
A
Median Income$52,996
Per Capita$30,320
Unemployment1.2%
Poverty2.1%
County GDP$6,981M
Commute36 min
Housing
B+
Home Value$293,900
Rent$1,221
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$333,397
Health
Obesity32.8%
UninsuredN/A
Depression20.2%
Heart Disease6.0%
Climate
Avg Temp70°F
AQI41 (Good)
Rain52.4 in/yr
Elevation51 ft
Education
C+
Bachelor's+20.2%
High School+88.4%
School Score5.60
Community
2024 VoteR 73% / D 27%
Commute36 min
Libraries6
Is Lecanto a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, Lecanto receives an overall livability score of 3.4 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low unemployment, a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes, long commute times. Lecanto offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.
Economy & Jobs
The median household income in Lecanto is $52,996, 29% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.2%. Only 2.1% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 36 minutes, longer than the typical American commute of 28 minutes.
Cost of Living & Housing
The median home value in Lecanto is $293,900, roughly aligned with the national median of $281,900. Renters pay a median of $1,221 per month. The price-to-income ratio of 5.5x means housing costs are stretched relative to local earnings.
Education
20.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 88.4% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.6/10.
Climate & Weather
Lecanto enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 70°F. Winters average 56°F in January while summers reach 81°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 52.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.
Lecanto has a population of 6,929 with a density of 257 people per square mile. The median age is 45.3 years, 16% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (89.2%), with 2.6% Black.
Population
45.3yrs
Median Age
16% above US avg
Language Spoken at Home
| English Only | 96.7% |
| 23% above US avg |
| Spanish | 3.3% |
| 75% below US avg |
The median household income in Lecanto is $52,996, which is 29% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 1.2% (below the 3.6% US average). 2.1% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 36 minutes.
Income
| Median HH Income | $52,996 |
| 29% below US avg |
| Per Capita Income | $30,320 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $941 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $65,147 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 1.2% |
| 67% below US avg |
| Poverty Rate | 2.1% |
| 83% below US avg |
| Establishments (County) | 3,656 |
| County GDP | $6,981M |
Business (County)
| Restaurants | 235 |
| Healthcare | 428 |
| Retail | 445 |
| Manufacturing | 66 |
Tax & Cost of Living
| Property Tax (IRS) | $4,909 |
| 40% above US avg |
| Effective Tax Rate | 1.67% |
Commute & Transportation
| Commute Time | 36.0 min |
| Work from Home | 13.9% |
The median home value in Lecanto is $293,900, 4% above the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,221 (5% above US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $333,397.
Home Values
| Census Median | $293,900 |
| 4% above US avg |
| Zillow ZHVI | $333,397 |
| Median List Price | $470,000 |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
| Median List Price | $470,000 |
| $/Sq Ft | $191 |
| Homes Sold | 2 |
| Sale-to-List Ratio | 97.3% |
| Price Drops | 26.9% |
| Inventory | 26 |
Rental Costs
| Census Median Rent | $1,221 |
| 5% 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
Property Tax
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $4,909 |
| 40% above US avg |
| Effective Rate | 1.67% |
In Lecanto, 32.8% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 20.2% report depression. 24.4% are physically inactive.
Health Metrics: Lecanto vs U.S. Average (%)
Chronic Conditions
| Obesity | 32.8% |
| 2% above US avg |
| Diabetes | 10.0% |
| Heart Disease | 6.0% |
| High Blood Pressure | 30.3% |
| Asthma | 9.8% |
| COPD | 7.2% |
| Stroke | 3.1% |
Behaviors & Mental Health
| |
| Binge Drinking | 18.1% |
| Physical Inactivity | 24.4% |
| Depression | 20.2% |
| Mental Distress | 19.5% |
| Physical Distress | 14.0% |
Healthcare Access
| Insurance Rate | 93.8% |
| |
| Checkup Rate | 74.4% |
| Premature Death | 14,552/100K |
Food & Exercise
| Food Environment | 6.4/10 |
| Exercise Access | 77.4% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 428 |
Crime Rates: Lecanto vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)
Traffic Safety
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 24 |
Safety Score
Lecanto has an average annual temperature of 70°F (21°C). Winters average 56°F in January while summers reach 81°F in July. Annual precipitation is 52.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.
Temperature
56°F Jan (13°C)
81°F Jul (27°C)
| Annual Average | 69.8°F |
| 29% above US avg |
| January Average | 56°F (13°C) |
| July Average | 81°F (27°C) |
Precipitation & Snow
| Annual Rainfall | 52.4 inches |
| 38% above US avg |
| Snowfall | 0.0 inches/yr |
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 41.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Geography
| Elevation | 51 ft (16 m) |
| Area | 26.9 sq mi (69.7 km²) |
| Population Density | 257/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 28.8251°N, 82.4998°W |
| County FIPS | 12017 |