Median Income
$65,417
13% lower than US avg
Home Value
$95,700
66% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+
31.5%
7% lower than US avg
Median Rent
$977
16% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate
37.2%
16% higher than US avg
Unemployment
2.8%
22% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate
5.8%
53% lower than US avg
How Minneola Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Population703
Median Age37.6 yrs
Density1,528/mi²
Male / Female57% / 44%
Largest GroupWhite 87%
Economy
A
Median Income$65,417
Per Capita$33,663
Unemployment2.8%
Poverty5.8%
County GDP$318M
Commute26 min
Housing
A+
Home Value$95,700
Rent$977
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$130,965
Health
Obesity37.2%
UninsuredN/A
Depression21.7%
Heart Disease5.3%
Climate
Avg Temp55°F
AQI39 (Good)
Rain23.0 in/yr
Elevation2,550 ft
Education
B+
Bachelor's+31.5%
High School+89.0%
School Score5.80
Community
2024 VoteR 84% / D 15%
Commute26 min
Libraries3
Is Minneola a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, Minneola receives an overall livability score of 4.2 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. Minneola stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.
Economy & Jobs
The median household income in Minneola is $65,417, 13% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.8%. Only 5.8% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 26 minutes.
Cost of Living & Housing
The median home value in Minneola is $95,700, 66% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $977 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.5x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.
Education
31.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 89.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.8/10.
Climate & Weather
Minneola experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 55°F. Winters average 32°F in January while summers reach 80°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 23.0 inches, including 16.9 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.
Minneola has a population of 703 with a density of 1,528 people per square mile. The median age is 37.6 years, 3% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (86.8%), with 2% Hispanic.
Population
37.6yrs
Median Age
3% below US avg
Language Spoken at Home
| English Only | 93.5% |
| 19% above US avg |
| Spanish | 6.5% |
| 51% below US avg |
The median household income in Minneola is $65,417, which is 13% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 2.8% (below the 3.6% US average). 5.8% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 26 minutes.
Income
| Median HH Income | $65,417 |
| 13% below US avg |
| Per Capita Income | $33,663 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $1,012 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $74,606 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 2.8% |
| 22% below US avg |
| Poverty Rate | 5.8% |
| 53% below US avg |
| Establishments (County) | 169 |
| County GDP | $318M |
Business (County)
| Restaurants | 8 |
| Healthcare | 12 |
| Retail | 15 |
| Manufacturing | 3 |
Tax & Cost of Living
| Property Tax (IRS) | $4,617 |
| 32% above US avg |
| Effective Tax Rate | 4.82% |
Commute & Transportation
| Commute Time | 25.8 min |
| Work from Home | 2.7% |
The median home value in Minneola is $95,700, 66% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $977 (16% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $130,965.
Home Values
| Census Median | $95,700 |
| 66% below US avg |
| Zillow ZHVI | $130,965 |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
Rental Costs
| Census Median Rent | $977 |
| 16% below US avg |
HUD Fair Market Rent
| Studio | $702 |
| 1 Bedroom | $753 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $947 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,223 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,397 |
Ownership & Property
Property Tax
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $4,617 |
| 32% above US avg |
| Effective Rate | 4.82% |
In Minneola, 37.2% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 21.7% report depression. 24.9% are physically inactive.
Health Metrics: Minneola vs U.S. Average (%)
Chronic Conditions
| Obesity | 37.2% |
| 16% above US avg |
| Diabetes | 9.4% |
| Heart Disease | 5.3% |
| High Blood Pressure | 31.1% |
| Asthma | 10.2% |
| COPD | 6.1% |
| Stroke | 2.8% |
Behaviors & Mental Health
| |
| Binge Drinking | 18.6% |
| Physical Inactivity | 24.9% |
| Depression | 21.7% |
| Mental Distress | 17.2% |
| Physical Distress | 12.0% |
Healthcare Access
| Insurance Rate | 95.8% |
| |
| Checkup Rate | 74.3% |
| Premature Death | 10,432/100K |
Food & Exercise
| Food Environment | 7.6/10 |
| Exercise Access | 67.6% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 12 |
Crime Rates: Minneola vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)
Traffic Safety
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 2 |
Safety Score
Minneola has an average annual temperature of 55°F (13°C). Winters average 32°F in January while summers reach 80°F in July. Annual precipitation is 23.0 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.
Temperature
32°F Jan (0°C)
80°F Jul (27°C)
| Annual Average | 55.4°F |
| 3% above US avg |
| January Average | 32°F (0°C) |
| July Average | 80°F (27°C) |
Precipitation & Snow
| Annual Rainfall | 23.0 inches |
| 39% below US avg |
| Snowfall | 16.9 inches/yr |
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 39.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Geography
| Elevation | 2,550 ft (777 m) |
| Area | 0.5 sq mi (1.2 km²) |
| Population Density | 1,528/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 37.4420°N, 100.0131°W |
| County FIPS | 20119 |