Lynn Haven, FL

Florida · Metropolitan Area

Lynn Haven is a small city in Florida with a population of 19,451. Residents earn $83,093 per year, which is 11% above the national average.

3.5 /5.0
B+ Good
19,451 Population 1,847/sq mi density
$83,093 Median Income $36,793 per capita
$286,700 Home Value $320,511 Zillow
$1,577 Median Rent
69°F Avg Temperature
256 Violent Crime/100K 2,489 property/100K
B+
Overall
3.5 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
4.7 / 5.0
$83,093 median income, 1.9% unemployment
A+
Affordability
4.7 / 5.0
$286,700 home value, $1,577/mo rent
F
Safety
1.0 / 5.0
256 violent crimes/100K (33% below avg)
B+
Education
3.7 / 5.0
33.3% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $83,093
11% higher than US avg
Home Value $286,700
2% higher than US avg
Violent Crime 256/100K
33% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 33.3%
1% lower than US avg
Median Rent $1,577
36% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 31.5%
2% lower than US avg
Unemployment 1.9%
47% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 4.2%
66% lower than US avg

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

People

Population19,451
Median Age34.5 yrs
Density1,847/mi²
Male / Female49% / 52%
Largest GroupWhite 78%

Economy

A+
Median Income$83,093
Per Capita$36,793
Unemployment1.9%
Poverty4.2%
County GDP$13,467M
Commute25 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$286,700
Rent$1,577
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$320,511

Crime

F
Violent256/100K
Property2,489/100K
Murder0.0/100K
Assault230/100K
Burglary210/100K

Health

Obesity31.5%
UninsuredN/A
Depression21.5%
Heart Disease5.4%

Climate

Avg Temp69°F
AQI41 (Good)
Rain61.3 in/yr
Elevation19 ft

Education

B+
Bachelor's+33.3%
High School+91.4%
School Score5.60

Community

2024 VoteR 73% / D 26%
Commute25 min
EV Stations1
Libraries4

Is Lynn Haven a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Lynn Haven receives an overall livability score of 3.5 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, low unemployment, low crime rates, a low poverty rate. Lynn Haven offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Lynn Haven is $83,093, 11% above the national average of $75,149. Residents generally enjoy above-average earning potential. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.9%. Only 4.2% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 25 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Lynn Haven is $286,700, roughly aligned with the national median of $281,900. Renters pay a median of $1,577 per month, significantly above the national average of $1,163. A price-to-income ratio of 3.5x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Safety & Crime

Violent crime in Lynn Haven is below the national average at 256 per 100,000 residents (U.S. avg: 380). Property crime occurs at a rate of 2,489 per 100,000, 27% above the national average.

Education

Educational attainment is solid, with 33.3% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 91.4% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.6/10.

Climate & Weather

Lynn Haven enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 69°F. Winters average 54°F in January while summers reach 83°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 61.3 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Lynn Haven has a population of 19,451 with a density of 1,847 people per square mile. The median age is 34.5 years, 11% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (77.8%), with 6.1% Black.

Population

19,451
Total Population
1,847
People / sq mi
34.5yrs
Median Age
11% below US avg
10.5mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 48.5%
Female 51.5%

Race & Ethnicity

Lynn Haven vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only89.2%
14% above US avg
Spanish10.8%
19% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Lynn Haven vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Lynn Haven is $83,093, which is 11% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 1.9% (below the 3.6% US average). 4.2% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 25 minutes.

Income: Lynn Haven vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$83,093
11% above US avg
Per Capita Income$36,793
Avg Weekly Wage$1,027
IRS Avg AGI$74,882

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.9%
47% below US avg
Poverty Rate4.2%
66% below US avg
Establishments (County)6,848
County GDP$13,467M

Business (County)

Restaurants563
Healthcare574
Retail812
Manufacturing108

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$5,234
50% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate1.83%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time24.5 min
Work from Home7.8%

Walkability

The median home value in Lynn Haven is $286,700, 2% above the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,577 (36% above US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $320,511.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$286,700
2% above US avg
Zillow ZHVI$320,511
Median List Price$365,000

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$365,000
$/Sq Ft$186
Homes Sold24
Sale-to-List Ratio96.8%
Price Drops38.5%
Inventory91

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,577
36% above US avg
Zillow Rent (ZORI)$1,800

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-Occupied65.3%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$5,234
50% above US avg
Effective Rate1.83%
In Lynn Haven, 31.5% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 21.5% report depression. 22.2% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Lynn Haven vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity31.5%
2% below US avg
Diabetes9.2%
Heart Disease5.4%
High Blood Pressure31.8%
Asthma10.0%
COPD6.1%
Stroke2.9%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking18.7%
Physical Inactivity22.2%
Depression21.5%
Mental Distress18.5%
Physical Distress13.0%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate89.3%
Checkup Rate74.0%
Premature Death11,538/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.4/10
Exercise Access69.4%
Healthcare Facilities574
Lynn Haven has a violent crime rate of 256 per 100,000 residents, 33% below the national average of 380. Property crime stands at 2,489 per 100,000 (27% above US avg). The murder rate is 0.0 per 100,000.

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

Violent Crime

Total Violent255.6/100K
33% below US avg
Murder0.0/100K
100% below US avg
Rape20.4/100K
Robbery5.1/100K
Assault230.0/100K

Property Crime

Total Property2,489.1/100K
27% above US avg
Burglary209.6/100K
Theft2,197.8/100K
Vehicle Theft81.8/100K
Arson5.1/100K

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)46
FEMA Disasters182

Safety Score

Safety GradeF
Safety Score1.0 / 5.0
Lynn Haven has an average annual temperature of 69°F (21°C). Winters average 54°F in January while summers reach 83°F in July. Annual precipitation is 61.3 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Temperature

54°F Jan (12°C) 83°F Jul (28°C)
Annual Average69.4°F
29% above US avg
January Average54°F (12°C)
July Average83°F (28°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall61.3 inches
61% above US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median41.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation19 ft (6 m)
Area10.5 sq mi (27.3 km²)
Population Density1,847/sq mi
Coordinates30.2336°N, 85.6369°W
County FIPS12005
It is classified as Metro — under 250K. 33.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (1% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 47.4-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 73.1%
D 25.8%

Winner: Republican by 47.4 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+33.3%
1% below US avg
High School+91.4%
School Test Score5.60
B+ Education Grade (3.7/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 3Metro — under 250K
Population Density1,847/sq mi
Total Area10.5 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

EV Charging Stations1
Alt Fuel Stations1
Public Libraries4
Healthcare Facilities574
Restaurants563
Retail Stores812

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)46
FEMA Disaster Declarations182
F Safety Grade (1.0/5.0)

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute24.5 min
Work from Home7.8%

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