Median Income
$64,590
14% lower than US avg
Home Value
$267,800
5% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+
24.7%
27% lower than US avg
Median Rent
$1,531
32% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate
30.7%
4% lower than US avg
Unemployment
1.6%
56% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate
5.9%
52% lower than US avg
How Little River Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Population10,457
Median Age61.8 yrs
Density998/mi²
Male / Female48% / 52%
Largest GroupWhite 89%
Economy
A
Median Income$64,590
Per Capita$41,887
Unemployment1.6%
Poverty5.9%
County GDP$22,774M
Commute27 min
Housing
A
Home Value$267,800
Rent$1,531
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$317,880
Health
Obesity30.7%
UninsuredN/A
Depression23.8%
Heart Disease5.1%
Climate
Avg Temp64°F
AQI43 (Good)
Rain48.5 in/yr
Elevation43 ft
Education
C+
Bachelor's+24.7%
High School+92.0%
School Score4.51
Community
2024 VoteR 69% / D 30%
Commute27 min
EV Stations2
Libraries12
Is Little River a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, Little River receives an overall livability score of 3.8 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, a low poverty rate. Little River offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.
Economy & Jobs
The median household income in Little River is $64,590, 14% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.6%. Only 5.9% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 27 minutes.
Cost of Living & Housing
The median home value in Little River is $267,800, roughly aligned with the national median of $281,900. Renters pay a median of $1,531 per month, significantly above the national average of $1,163. A price-to-income ratio of 4.1x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.
Education
24.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 92.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.5/10.
Climate & Weather
Little River enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 64°F. Winters average 46°F in January while summers reach 81°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 48.5 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.
Little River has a population of 10,457 with a density of 998 people per square mile. The median age is 61.8 years, 59% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (89.3%), with 3.9% Black.
Population
61.8yrs
Median Age
59% above US avg
Race & Ethnicity
Little River vs U.S. Average
Language Spoken at Home
| English Only | 96.0% |
| 22% above US avg |
| Spanish | 4.0% |
| 70% below US avg |
Social Characteristics
Little River vs U.S. Average
The median household income in Little River is $64,590, which is 14% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 1.6% (below the 3.6% US average). 5.9% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 27 minutes.
Income: Little River vs U.S.
Income
| Median HH Income | $64,590 |
| 14% below US avg |
| Per Capita Income | $41,887 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $924 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $67,849 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 1.6% |
| 56% below US avg |
| Poverty Rate | 5.9% |
| 52% below US avg |
| Establishments (County) | 12,484 |
| County GDP | $22,774M |
Business (County)
| Restaurants | 1,398 |
| Healthcare | 896 |
| Retail | 1,849 |
| Manufacturing | 171 |
Tax & Cost of Living
| Property Tax (IRS) | $3,541 |
| 1% above US avg |
| Effective Tax Rate | 1.32% |
Commute & Transportation
| Commute Time | 27.0 min |
| Work from Home | 14.3% |
The median home value in Little River is $267,800, 5% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,531 (32% above US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $317,880.
Home Values
| Census Median | $267,800 |
| 5% below US avg |
| Zillow ZHVI | $317,880 |
| Median List Price | $329,450 |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
| Median List Price | $329,450 |
| $/Sq Ft | $188 |
| Homes Sold | 33 |
| Sale-to-List Ratio | 95.6% |
| Price Drops | 22.6% |
| Inventory | 310 |
Rental Costs
| Census Median Rent | $1,531 |
| 32% above US avg |
| Zillow Rent (ZORI) | $1,545 |
HUD Fair Market Rent
| Studio | $928 |
| 1 Bedroom | $982 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1,155 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,450 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,699 |
Ownership & Property
Property Tax
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $3,541 |
| 1% above US avg |
| Effective Rate | 1.32% |
In Little River, 30.7% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 23.8% report depression. 21.0% are physically inactive.
Health Metrics: Little River vs U.S. Average (%)
Chronic Conditions
| Obesity | 30.7% |
| 4% below US avg |
| Diabetes | 9.8% |
| Heart Disease | 5.1% |
| High Blood Pressure | 31.7% |
| Asthma | 9.4% |
| COPD | 6.2% |
| Stroke | 2.8% |
Behaviors & Mental Health
| |
| Binge Drinking | 18.8% |
| Physical Inactivity | 21.0% |
| Depression | 23.8% |
| Mental Distress | 18.9% |
| Physical Distress | 13.4% |
Healthcare Access
| Insurance Rate | 92.2% |
| |
| Checkup Rate | 78.4% |
| Premature Death | 11,747/100K |
Food & Exercise
| Food Environment | 7.6/10 |
| Exercise Access | 78.6% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 896 |
Crime Rates: Little River vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)
Traffic Safety
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 78 |
Safety Score
Little River has an average annual temperature of 64°F (18°C). Winters average 46°F in January while summers reach 81°F in July. Annual precipitation is 48.5 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.
Temperature
46°F Jan (8°C)
81°F Jul (27°C)
| Annual Average | 64.0°F |
| 19% above US avg |
| January Average | 46°F (8°C) |
| July Average | 81°F (27°C) |
Precipitation & Snow
| Annual Rainfall | 48.5 inches |
| 28% above US avg |
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 43.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Geography
| Elevation | 43 ft (13 m) |
| Area | 10.5 sq mi (27.1 km²) |
| Population Density | 998/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 33.8806°N, 78.6405°W |
| County FIPS | 45051 |