Pinewood, FL

Florida · Metropolitan Area

Pinewood is a small city in Florida with a population of 17,427. Residents earn $47,551 per year, which is 37% below the national average.

2.6 /5.0
C+ Fair
17,427 Population 9,958/sq mi density
$47,551 Median Income $19,409 per capita
$315,400 Home Value $422,671 Zillow
$1,460 Median Rent
77°F Avg Temperature
C+
Overall
2.6 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.1 / 5.0
$47,551 median income, 3.3% unemployment
C+
Affordability
2.9 / 5.0
$315,400 home value, $1,460/mo rent
D
Education
1.9 / 5.0
11.1% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $47,551
37% lower than US avg
Home Value $315,400
12% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 11.1%
67% lower than US avg
Median Rent $1,460
26% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 37.5%
17% higher than US avg
Unemployment 3.3%
8% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 18.3%
48% higher than US avg

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

People

Population17,427
Median Age40.1 yrs
Density9,958/mi²
Male / Female49% / 51%
Largest GroupWhite 6%

Economy

B
Median Income$47,551
Per Capita$19,409
Unemployment3.3%
Poverty18.3%
County GDP$260,837M
Commute33 min

Housing

C+
Home Value$315,400
Rent$1,460
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$422,671

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity37.5%
UninsuredN/A
Depression15.3%
Heart Disease7.7%

Climate

Avg Temp77°F
AQI41 (Good)
Rain62.7 in/yr
Elevation9 ft

Education

D
Bachelor's+11.1%
High School+73.2%
School Score5.60

Community

2024 VoteR 55% / D 44%
Commute33 min
Libraries63

Is Pinewood a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Pinewood receives an overall livability score of 2.6 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include low unemployment. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes. Pinewood has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Pinewood is $47,551, 37% below the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 3.3%, indicating a healthy job market. The poverty rate of 18.3% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 33 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Pinewood is $315,400, 12% above the national median. Renters pay a median of $1,460 per month, significantly above the national average of $1,163. The price-to-income ratio of 6.6x means housing costs are stretched relative to local earnings.

Education

11.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 73.2% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.6/10.

Climate & Weather

Pinewood has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 77°F. Winters average 68°F in January while summers reach 84°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 62.7 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Pinewood has a population of 17,427 with a density of 9,958 people per square mile. The median age is 40.1 years, 3% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly Black (68.4%), with 6.4% White.

Population

17,427
Total Population
9,958
People / sq mi
40.1yrs
Median Age
3% above US avg
1.8mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 49%
Female 51%

Race & Ethnicity

Pinewood vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only34.0%
57% below US avg
Spanish66.0%
393% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Pinewood vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Pinewood is $47,551, which is 37% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 3.3% (below the 3.6% US average). 18.3% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 33 minutes.

Income: Pinewood vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$47,551
37% below US avg
Per Capita Income$19,409
Avg Weekly Wage$1,492
IRS Avg AGI$111,222

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment3.3%
8% below US avg
Poverty Rate18.3%
48% above US avg
Establishments (County)123,309
County GDP$260,837M

Business (County)

Restaurants6,356
Healthcare11,061
Retail10,749
Manufacturing2,137

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$12,130
247% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate3.85%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time32.7 min
Work from Home1.6%

Walkability

The median home value in Pinewood is $315,400, 12% above the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,460 (26% above US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $422,671.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$315,400
12% above US avg
Zillow ZHVI$422,671
Median List Price$537,000

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$537,000
$/Sq Ft$406
Homes Sold5
Sale-to-List Ratio97.2%
Price Drops45.5%
Inventory33

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,460
26% above US avg
Zillow Rent (ZORI)$2,161

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-Occupied38.0%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$12,130
247% above US avg
Effective Rate3.85%
In Pinewood, 37.5% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 15.3% report depression. 40.6% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity37.5%
17% above US avg
Diabetes18.3%
Heart Disease7.7%
High Blood Pressure41.5%
Asthma11.6%
COPD8.7%
Stroke5.4%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking12.5%
Physical Inactivity40.6%
Depression15.3%
Mental Distress20.2%
Physical Distress17.6%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate76.4%
Checkup Rate77.0%
Premature Death6,314/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.3/10
Exercise Access98.5%
Healthcare Facilities11,061

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)290

Safety Score

Pinewood has an average annual temperature of 77°F (25°C). Winters average 68°F in January while summers reach 84°F in July. Annual precipitation is 62.7 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Temperature

68°F Jan (20°C) 84°F Jul (29°C)
Annual Average77.0°F
43% above US avg
January Average68°F (20°C)
July Average84°F (29°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall62.7 inches
65% above US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median41.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation9 ft (3 m)
Area1.8 sq mi (4.5 km²)
Population Density9,958/sq mi
Coordinates25.8694°N, 80.2171°W
County FIPS12086
It is classified as Metro — 1 million+. 11.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (67% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 11.5-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 55.4%
D 43.9%

Winner: Republican by 11.5 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+11.1%
67% below US avg
High School+73.2%
School Test Score5.60
D Education Grade (1.9/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 1Metro — 1 million+
Population Density9,958/sq mi
Total Area1.8 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries63
Healthcare Facilities11,061
Restaurants6,356
Retail Stores10,749

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)290

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute32.7 min
Work from Home1.6%

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