Otter Creek, FL

Florida · Metropolitan Area

Otter Creek is a small town in Florida with a population of 155. Residents earn $62,833 per year, which is 16% below the national average.

3.6 /5.0
B+ Good
155 Population 114/sq mi density
$62,833 Median Income $23,108 per capita
$23,900 Home Value
N/A Median Rent
69°F Avg Temperature
B+
Overall
3.6 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.0 / 5.0
$62,833 median income, 0.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$23,900 home value
D
Education
1.9 / 5.0
11.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $62,833
16% lower than US avg
Home Value $23,900
92% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 11.0%
67% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 32.1%
0% lower than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 11.1%
10% lower than US avg

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

People

Population155
Median Age24.9 yrs
Density114/mi²
Male / Female57% / 43%
Largest GroupWhite 63%
Veterans17.1%

Economy

A
Median Income$62,833
Per Capita$23,108
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty11.1%
County GDP$1,660M
Commute20 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$23,900
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity32.1%
UninsuredN/A
Depression22.2%
Heart Disease6.4%

Climate

Avg Temp69°F
AQI41 (Good)
Rain57.1 in/yr
Elevation30 ft

Education

D
Bachelor's+11.0%
High School+82.2%
School Score5.60

Community

2024 VoteR 75% / D 25%
Commute20 min
Broadband78.0%
Libraries5

Is Otter Creek a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Otter Creek receives an overall livability score of 3.6 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, high health insurance coverage. Otter Creek offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Otter Creek is $62,833, 16% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. 11.1% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 20 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Otter Creek is $23,900, 92% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. At just 0.4x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

11.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 82.2% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.6/10.

Climate & Weather

Otter Creek enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 69°F. Winters average 55°F in January while summers reach 81°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 57.1 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Otter Creek has a population of 155 with a density of 114 people per square mile. The median age is 24.9 years, 36% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (63.2%), with 29% Black.

Population

155
Total Population
114
People / sq mi
24.9yrs
Median Age
36% below US avg
1.4mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 56.8%
Female 43.2%

Race & Ethnicity

Otter Creek vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only100.0%
27% above US avg
Spanish0.0%
100% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Otter Creek vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Otter Creek is $62,833, which is 16% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 11.1% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 20 minutes.

Income: Otter Creek vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$62,833
16% below US avg
Per Capita Income$23,108
Avg Weekly Wage$839
IRS Avg AGI$59,165

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate11.1%
10% below US avg
Establishments (County)1,134
County GDP$1,660M

Business (County)

Restaurants92
Healthcare56
Retail150
Manufacturing21

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$4,558
30% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate19.07%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time19.5 min
Drive Alone29.7%
Public Transit70.3%
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Otter Creek is $23,900, 92% below the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$23,900
92% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

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-Occupied42.3%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,558
30% above US avg
Effective Rate19.07%
In Otter Creek, 32.1% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 22.2% report depression. 25.1% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Otter Creek vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity32.1%
0% below US avg
Diabetes10.7%
Heart Disease6.4%
High Blood Pressure32.3%
Asthma10.9%
COPD8.0%
Stroke3.3%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking17.9%
Physical Inactivity25.1%
Depression22.2%
Mental Distress21.2%
Physical Distress14.8%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate100.0%
Checkup Rate74.7%
Premature Death10,862/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.8/10
Exercise Access49.3%
Healthcare Facilities56

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)10

Safety Score

Otter Creek has an average annual temperature of 69°F (21°C). Winters average 55°F in January while summers reach 81°F in July. Annual precipitation is 57.1 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Temperature

55°F Jan (13°C) 81°F Jul (27°C)
Annual Average69.2°F
28% above US avg
January Average55°F (13°C)
July Average81°F (27°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall57.1 inches
50% above US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median41.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation30 ft (9 m)
Area1.4 sq mi (3.5 km²)
Population Density114/sq mi
Coordinates29.3233°N, 82.7751°W
County FIPS12075
It is classified as Metro — 250K–1M. 11.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (67% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 50.3-point margin. 78.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 74.9%
D 24.6%

Winner: Republican by 50.3 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+11.0%
67% below US avg
High School+82.2%
School Test Score5.60
D Education Grade (1.9/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 2Metro — 250K–1M
Population Density114/sq mi
Total Area1.4 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access78.0%
Public Libraries5
Healthcare Facilities56
Restaurants92
Retail Stores150

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)10

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute19.5 min
Drive Alone29.7%
Public Transit70.3%
Work from Home0.0%

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