Median Income
$60,776
19% lower than US avg
Home Value
$104,700
63% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+
7.7%
77% lower than US avg
Median Rent
$578
50% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate
40.9%
27% higher than US avg
Unemployment
0.8%
78% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate
7.7%
38% lower than US avg
How Olustee Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Population634
Median Age42.1 yrs
Density764/mi²
Male / Female42% / 58%
Largest GroupWhite 86%
Economy
A
Median Income$60,776
Per Capita$24,736
Unemployment0.8%
Poverty7.7%
County GDP$1,482M
Commute20 min
Housing
A+
Home Value$104,700
Rent$578
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$94,822
Health
Obesity40.9%
UninsuredN/A
Depression24.9%
Heart Disease6.7%
Climate
Avg Temp62°F
AQI45 (Good)
Rain28.0 in/yr
Elevation1,333 ft
Education
D
Bachelor's+7.7%
High School+82.3%
School Score5.08
Community
2024 VoteR 78% / D 20%
Commute20 min
Libraries1
Is Olustee a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, Olustee receives an overall livability score of 3.6 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include high obesity rates. Olustee offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.
Economy & Jobs
The median household income in Olustee is $60,776, 19% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.8%. Only 7.7% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 20 minutes.
Cost of Living & Housing
The median home value in Olustee is $104,700, 63% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $578 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.7x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.
Education
7.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 82.3% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.1/10.
Climate & Weather
Olustee enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 62°F. Winters average 40°F in January while summers reach 84°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 28.0 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 45.
Olustee has a population of 634 with a density of 764 people per square mile. The median age is 42.1 years, 8% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (86.4%), with 6.2% Hispanic.
Population
42.1yrs
Median Age
8% above US avg
Language Spoken at Home
| English Only | 65.6% |
| 16% below US avg |
| Spanish | 34.4% |
| 157% above US avg |
The median household income in Olustee is $60,776, which is 19% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.8% (below the 3.6% US average). 7.7% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 20 minutes.
Income
| Median HH Income | $60,776 |
| 19% below US avg |
| Per Capita Income | $24,736 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $1,015 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $58,441 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 0.8% |
| 78% below US avg |
| Poverty Rate | 7.7% |
| 38% below US avg |
| Establishments (County) | 672 |
| County GDP | $1,482M |
Business (County)
| Restaurants | 61 |
| Healthcare | 53 |
| Retail | 108 |
| Manufacturing | 12 |
Tax & Cost of Living
| Property Tax (IRS) | $2,679 |
| 23% below US avg |
| Effective Tax Rate | 2.56% |
Commute & Transportation
| Commute Time | 20.4 min |
| Work from Home | 4.4% |
The median home value in Olustee is $104,700, 63% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $578 (50% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $94,822.
Home Values
| Census Median | $104,700 |
| 63% below US avg |
| Zillow ZHVI | $94,822 |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
Rental Costs
| Census Median Rent | $578 |
| 50% below US avg |
HUD Fair Market Rent
| Studio | $744 |
| 1 Bedroom | $791 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $995 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,297 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,501 |
Ownership & Property
Property Tax
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $2,679 |
| 23% below US avg |
| Effective Rate | 2.56% |
In Olustee, 40.9% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 24.9% report depression. 35.8% are physically inactive.
Health Metrics: Olustee vs U.S. Average (%)
Chronic Conditions
| Obesity | 40.9% |
| 27% above US avg |
| Diabetes | 12.8% |
| Heart Disease | 6.7% |
| High Blood Pressure | 36.9% |
| Asthma | 11.0% |
| COPD | 7.2% |
| Stroke | 3.4% |
Behaviors & Mental Health
| |
| Binge Drinking | 14.8% |
| Physical Inactivity | 35.8% |
| Depression | 24.9% |
| Mental Distress | 18.3% |
| Physical Distress | 14.8% |
Healthcare Access
| Insurance Rate | 88.4% |
| |
| Checkup Rate | 75.7% |
| Premature Death | 11,788/100K |
Food & Exercise
| Food Environment | 7.0/10 |
| Exercise Access | 53.5% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 53 |
Crime Rates: Olustee vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)
Traffic Safety
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 5 |
Safety Score
Olustee has an average annual temperature of 62°F (17°C). Winters average 40°F in January while summers reach 84°F in July. Annual precipitation is 28.0 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 45.
Temperature
40°F Jan (5°C)
84°F Jul (29°C)
| Annual Average | 62.1°F |
| 15% above US avg |
| January Average | 40°F (5°C) |
| July Average | 84°F (29°C) |
Precipitation & Snow
| Annual Rainfall | 28.0 inches |
| 26% below US avg |
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 45.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Geography
| Elevation | 1,333 ft (406 m) |
| Area | 0.8 sq mi (2.1 km²) |
| Population Density | 764/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 34.5478°N, 99.4241°W |
| County FIPS | 40065 |