Montverde, FL

Florida · Metropolitan Area

Montverde is a small town in Florida with a population of 1,780. Residents earn $103,250 per year, which is 37% above the national average.

4.4 /5.0
A Great
1,780 Population 962/sq mi density
$103,250 Median Income $50,436 per capita
$468,600 Home Value $684,850 Zillow
$2,214 Median Rent
73°F Avg Temperature
A
Overall
4.4 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
5.0 / 5.0
$103,250 median income, 1.2% unemployment
A
Affordability
4.1 / 5.0
$468,600 home value, $2,214/mo rent
B+
Education
4.0 / 5.0
37.2% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $103,250
37% higher than US avg
Home Value $468,600
66% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 37.2%
10% higher than US avg
Median Rent $2,214
90% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 33.7%
5% higher than US avg
Unemployment 1.2%
67% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.8%
94% lower than US avg

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

People

Population1,780
Median Age47.6 yrs
Density962/mi²
Male / Female50% / 50%
Largest GroupWhite 79%

Economy

A+
Median Income$103,250
Per Capita$50,436
Unemployment1.2%
Poverty0.8%
County GDP$17,949M
Commute29 min

Housing

A
Home Value$468,600
Rent$2,214
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$684,850

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity33.7%
UninsuredN/A
Depression19.5%
Heart Disease5.5%

Climate

Avg Temp73°F
AQI41 (Good)
Rain53.6 in/yr
Elevation72 ft

Education

B+
Bachelor's+37.2%
High School+94.3%
School Score5.60

Community

2024 VoteR 62% / D 37%
Commute29 min
EV Stations2
Libraries16

Is Montverde a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Montverde receives an overall livability score of 4.4 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, low unemployment, a highly educated population, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include high housing costs. Montverde stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Montverde is $103,250, which is significantly higher than the national average — 37% above $75,149. This places Montverde among higher-income communities. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.2%. Only 0.8% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 29 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Montverde is $468,600, making it a premium housing market at 66% above the U.S. median of $281,900. Renters pay a median of $2,214 per month, significantly above the national average of $1,163. A price-to-income ratio of 4.5x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Education

Educational attainment is solid, with 37.2% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 94.3% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.6/10.

Climate & Weather

Montverde has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 73°F. Winters average 60°F in January while summers reach 83°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 53.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Montverde has a population of 1,780 with a density of 962 people per square mile. The median age is 47.6 years, 22% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (79.3%), with 1.6% Hispanic, 8.4% Black.

Population

1,780
Total Population
962
People / sq mi
47.6yrs
Median Age
22% above US avg
1.9mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 50.2%
Female 49.8%

Race & Ethnicity

Montverde vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only93.3%
19% above US avg
Spanish6.7%
50% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Montverde vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Montverde is $103,250, which is 37% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 1.2% (below the 3.6% US average). 0.8% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 29 minutes.

Income: Montverde vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$103,250
37% above US avg
Per Capita Income$50,436
Avg Weekly Wage$1,021
IRS Avg AGI$74,874

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.2%
67% below US avg
Poverty Rate0.8%
94% below US avg
Establishments (County)10,822
County GDP$17,949M

Business (County)

Restaurants679
Healthcare1,072
Retail1,126
Manufacturing196

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$5,605
60% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate1.20%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time29.2 min
Work from Home28.8%

Walkability

The median home value in Montverde is $468,600, 66% above the national average. Monthly rent averages $2,214 (90% above US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $684,850.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$468,600
66% above US avg
Zillow ZHVI$684,850
Median List Price$635,000

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$635,000
$/Sq Ft$264
Homes Sold1
Sale-to-List Ratio98.9%
Price Drops30.0%
Inventory10

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$2,214
90% 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

Owner-Occupied83.8%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$5,605
60% above US avg
Effective Rate1.20%
In Montverde, 33.7% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 19.5% report depression. 21.7% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Montverde vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity33.7%
5% above US avg
Diabetes9.7%
Heart Disease5.5%
High Blood Pressure29.3%
Asthma9.8%
COPD5.9%
Stroke2.8%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking18.6%
Physical Inactivity21.7%
Depression19.5%
Mental Distress18.1%
Physical Distress12.9%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate91.1%
Checkup Rate74.7%
Premature Death9,159/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.6/10
Exercise Access83.8%
Healthcare Facilities1,072

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)65

Safety Score

Montverde has an average annual temperature of 73°F (23°C). Winters average 60°F in January while summers reach 83°F in July. Annual precipitation is 53.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Temperature

60°F Jan (16°C) 83°F Jul (28°C)
Annual Average72.7°F
35% above US avg
January Average60°F (16°C)
July Average83°F (28°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall53.6 inches
41% above US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median41.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation72 ft (22 m)
Area1.9 sq mi (4.8 km²)
Population Density962/sq mi
Coordinates28.6025°N, 81.6741°W
County FIPS12069
It is classified as Metro — 1 million+. 37.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (10% above US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 24.7-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 62%
D 37.3%

Winner: Republican by 24.7 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+37.2%
10% above US avg
High School+94.3%
School Test Score5.60
B+ Education Grade (4.0/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 1Metro — 1 million+
Population Density962/sq mi
Total Area1.9 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

EV Charging Stations2
Alt Fuel Stations2
Public Libraries16
Healthcare Facilities1,072
Restaurants679
Retail Stores1,126

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)65

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute29.2 min
Work from Home28.8%

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