Perry, FL
Full City Profile · Florida · Madison County County
Perry, FL
At a Glance
How Perry Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Perry's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Perry a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Perry residents earn a median household income of $44,815 , which is 40% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $22,975. The unemployment rate stands at 6.6% (83% above the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 16.1% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 448 business establishments, including 28 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Perry is $122,900 , 56% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $183,105. Median rent is $949/month, with 35.1% of renters spending more than 30% of income on housing. The cost of living index is 103.4 (100 = national average). The median home was built in 1973.
Safety & Crime
Perry reports 539 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 42% above the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 3,206/100K.
Education
18.6% of adults in Perry hold a bachelor's degree or higher (45% below the national average). 92.5% have completed high school. Local schools score 4.4/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Perry has an average annual temperature of 69°F (21°C). Winters average 54°F in January while summers reach 82°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 51.4 inches.