Oldsmar, FL

Florida · Metropolitan Area

Oldsmar is a small city in Florida with a population of 14,872. Residents earn $76,100 per year, which is 1% above the national average.

3.3 /5.0
B Good
14,872 Population 1,662/sq mi density
$76,100 Median Income $39,738 per capita
$346,900 Home Value $362,700 Zillow
$1,438 Median Rent
73°F Avg Temperature
108 Violent Crime/100K 3,374 property/100K
B
Overall
3.3 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.2 / 5.0
$76,100 median income, 2.9% unemployment
A
Affordability
4.1 / 5.0
$346,900 home value, $1,438/mo rent
F
Safety
1.0 / 5.0
108 violent crimes/100K (71% below avg)
B+
Education
3.9 / 5.0
36.5% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $76,100
1% higher than US avg
Home Value $346,900
23% higher than US avg
Violent Crime 108/100K
71% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 36.5%
8% higher than US avg
Median Rent $1,438
24% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 30.7%
4% lower than US avg
Unemployment 2.9%
19% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 8.7%
30% lower than US avg

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

People

Population14,872
Median Age38.8 yrs
Density1,662/mi²
Male / Female47% / 53%
Largest GroupWhite 73%

Economy

A
Median Income$76,100
Per Capita$39,738
Unemployment2.9%
Poverty8.7%
County GDP$24,175M
Commute25 min

Housing

A
Home Value$346,900
Rent$1,438
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$362,700

Crime

F
Violent108/100K
Property3,374/100K
Murder7.2/100K
Assault65/100K
Burglary513/100K

Health

Obesity30.7%
UninsuredN/A
Depression21.0%
Heart Disease5.3%

Climate

Avg Temp73°F
AQI41 (Good)
Rain54.3 in/yr
Elevation14 ft

Education

B+
Bachelor's+36.5%
High School+93.6%
School Score5.60

Community

2024 VoteR 62% / D 37%
Commute25 min
EV Stations4
Libraries10

Is Oldsmar a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Oldsmar receives an overall livability score of 3.3 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low unemployment, low crime rates. Oldsmar offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Oldsmar is $76,100, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.9%. 8.7% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 25 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Oldsmar is $346,900, 23% above the national median. Renters pay a median of $1,438 per month, significantly above the national average of $1,163. A price-to-income ratio of 4.6x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Safety & Crime

Oldsmar is a very safe community with a violent crime rate of 108 per 100,000 residents — well below the national average of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 3,374 per 100,000, 72% above the national average.

Education

Educational attainment is solid, with 36.5% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 93.6% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.6/10.

Climate & Weather

Oldsmar 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 54.3 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Oldsmar has a population of 14,872 with a density of 1,662 people per square mile. The median age is 38.8 years, 0% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (72.5%), with 7.1% Black.

Population

14,872
Total Population
1,662
People / sq mi
38.8yrs
Median Age
0% below US avg
9.0mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 47%
Female 53%

Race & Ethnicity

Oldsmar vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only83.2%
6% above US avg
Spanish16.8%
25% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Oldsmar vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Oldsmar is $76,100, which is 1% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 2.9% (below the 3.6% US average). 8.7% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 25 minutes.

Income: Oldsmar vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$76,100
1% above US avg
Per Capita Income$39,738
Avg Weekly Wage$1,075
IRS Avg AGI$73,646

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.9%
19% below US avg
Poverty Rate8.7%
30% below US avg
Establishments (County)15,144
County GDP$24,175M

Business (County)

Restaurants894
Healthcare1,576
Retail1,600
Manufacturing255

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$6,232
78% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate1.80%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time24.7 min
Work from Home20.1%

Walkability

The median home value in Oldsmar is $346,900, 23% above the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,438 (24% above US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $362,700.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$346,900
23% above US avg
Zillow ZHVI$362,700
Median List Price$394,500

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$394,500
$/Sq Ft$273
Homes Sold12
Sale-to-List Ratio97.5%
Price Drops29.6%
Inventory81

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,438
24% above US avg
Zillow Rent (ZORI)$1,995

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-Occupied73.8%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$6,232
78% above US avg
Effective Rate1.80%
In Oldsmar, 30.7% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 21.0% report depression. 21.3% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity30.7%
4% below US avg
Diabetes9.5%
Heart Disease5.3%
High Blood Pressure28.4%
Asthma9.6%
COPD5.8%
Stroke2.7%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking18.7%
Physical Inactivity21.3%
Depression21.0%
Mental Distress17.5%
Physical Distress12.4%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate87.6%
Checkup Rate75.0%
Premature Death9,901/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.3/10
Exercise Access85.4%
Healthcare Facilities1,576
Oldsmar has a violent crime rate of 108 per 100,000 residents, 71% below the national average of 380. Property crime stands at 3,374 per 100,000 (72% above US avg). The murder rate is 7.2 per 100,000.

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

Violent Crime

Total Violent108.4/100K
71% below US avg
Murder7.2/100K
15% above US avg
Rape14.5/100K
Robbery21.7/100K
Assault65.0/100K

Property Crime

Total Property3,373.8/100K
72% above US avg
Burglary512.9/100K
Theft2,803.1/100K
Vehicle Theft57.8/100K
Arson7.2/100K

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)98

Safety Score

Safety GradeF
Safety Score1.0 / 5.0
Oldsmar 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 54.3 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Temperature

60°F Jan (16°C) 83°F Jul (28°C)
Annual Average72.9°F
35% above US avg
January Average60°F (16°C)
July Average83°F (28°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall54.3 inches
43% above US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median41.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation14 ft (4 m)
Area9.0 sq mi (23.2 km²)
Population Density1,662/sq mi
Coordinates28.0484°N, 82.6713°W
County FIPS12101
It is classified as Metro — 1 million+. 36.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (8% above US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 25.2-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 62.1%
D 36.9%

Winner: Republican by 25.2 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+36.5%
8% above US avg
High School+93.6%
School Test Score5.60
B+ Education Grade (3.9/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 1Metro — 1 million+
Population Density1,662/sq mi
Total Area9.0 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

EV Charging Stations4
Alt Fuel Stations5
Public Libraries10
Healthcare Facilities1,576
Restaurants894
Retail Stores1,600

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)98
F Safety Grade (1.0/5.0)

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute24.7 min
Work from Home20.1%

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