Florida · Metropolitan Area
Monticello is a small town in Florida with a population of 2,627. Residents earn $44,920 per year, which is 40% below the national average.
Based on current data, Monticello receives an overall livability score of 3.1 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing. Areas to be aware of include elevated crime rates, below-average incomes. Monticello offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.
The median household income in Monticello is $44,920, 40% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.4%. 11.3% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 22 minutes.
The median home value in Monticello is $192,500, 32% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $797 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. A price-to-income ratio of 4.3x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.
With 621 violent crimes per 100,000 residents, public safety is a notable concern — this is significantly above the national average of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 1,076 per 100,000, 45% below the national average.
29.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 85.6% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.6/10.
Monticello enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 67°F. Winters average 50°F in January while summers reach 81°F in July. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.
| English Only | 97.5% |
| 24% above US avg | |
| Spanish | 2.5% |
| 81% below US avg |
| Median HH Income | $44,920 |
| 40% below US avg | |
| Per Capita Income | $31,669 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $923 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $68,202 |
| Unemployment | 0.4% |
| 89% below US avg | |
| Poverty Rate | 11.3% |
| 9% below US avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 388 |
| County GDP | $441M |
| Restaurants | 21 |
| Healthcare | 19 |
| Retail | 53 |
| Manufacturing | 7 |
| Property Tax (IRS) | $4,269 |
| 22% above US avg | |
| Effective Tax Rate | 2.22% |
| Commute Time | 21.9 min |
| Work from Home | 11.6% |
| Census Median | $192,500 |
| 32% below US avg | |
| Zillow ZHVI | $301,054 |
| Median List Price | $254,000 |
| Median List Price | $254,000 |
| $/Sq Ft | $128 |
| Homes Sold | 2 |
| Sale-to-List Ratio | 99.9% |
| Price Drops | 7.7% |
| Inventory | 26 |
| Census Median Rent | $797 |
| 31% below US avg |
| Studio | $1,212 |
| 1 Bedroom | $1,296 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1,526 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,971 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $2,261 |
| Owner-Occupied | 60.8% |
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $4,269 |
| 22% above US avg | |
| Effective Rate | 2.22% |
| Obesity | 37.4% |
| 17% above US avg | |
| Diabetes | 13.6% |
| Heart Disease | 6.6% |
| High Blood Pressure | 40.8% |
| Asthma | 11.7% |
| COPD | 8.6% |
| Stroke | 4.3% |
| Binge Drinking | 14.7% |
| Physical Inactivity | 28.6% |
| Depression | 18.9% |
| Mental Distress | 20.7% |
| Physical Distress | 15.9% |
| Insurance Rate | 90.4% |
| Checkup Rate | 77.4% |
| Premature Death | 10,233/100K |
| Food Environment | 7.8/10 |
| Exercise Access | 48.2% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 19 |
| Total Violent | 620.6/100K |
| 63% above US avg | |
| Murder | 0.0/100K |
| 100% below US avg | |
| Rape | 0.0/100K |
| Robbery | 41.4/100K |
| Assault | 579.2/100K |
| Total Property | 1,075.7/100K |
| 45% below US avg | |
| Burglary | 579.2/100K |
| Theft | 413.7/100K |
| Vehicle Theft | 82.8/100K |
| Arson | 0.0/100K |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 3 |
| Safety Grade | F |
| Safety Score | 1.0 / 5.0 |
| Annual Average | 66.6°F |
| 23% above US avg | |
| January Average | 50°F (10°C) |
| July Average | 81°F (27°C) |
| AQI Median | 41.0 |
| Rating | Good |
| Elevation | 219 ft (67 m) |
| Area | 4.0 sq mi (10.4 km²) |
| Population Density | 655/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 30.5422°N, 83.8722°W |
| County FIPS | 12065 |
Winner: Republican by 18.6 points
| Bachelor's Degree+ | 29.5% |
| 12% below US avg | |
| High School+ | 85.6% |
| School Test Score | 5.60 |
| RUCC Code 2 | Metro — 250K–1M |
| Population Density | 655/sq mi |
| Total Area | 4.0 sq mi |
| EV Charging Stations | 1 |
| Alt Fuel Stations | 1 |
| Public Libraries | 1 |
| Healthcare Facilities | 19 |
| Restaurants | 21 |
| Retail Stores | 53 |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 3 |
| Avg Commute | 21.9 min |
| Work from Home | 11.6% |