Rio, FL

Florida · Metropolitan Area

Rio is a small town in Florida with a population of 1,265. Residents earn $95,865 per year, which is 28% above the national average.

3.7 /5.0
B+ Good
1,265 Population 3,329/sq mi density
$95,865 Median Income $50,214 per capita
$299,600 Home Value
N/A Median Rent
75°F Avg Temperature
B+
Overall
3.7 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.2 / 5.0
$95,865 median income, 12.6% unemployment
A+
Affordability
4.9 / 5.0
$299,600 home value
B
Education
3.1 / 5.0
25.9% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $95,865
28% higher than US avg
Home Value $299,600
6% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 25.9%
23% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 28.2%
12% lower than US avg
Unemployment 12.6%
250% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 15.3%
23% higher than US avg

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

People

Population1,265
Median Age61.4 yrs
Density3,329/mi²
Male / Female34% / 66%
Largest GroupWhite 89%

Economy

B
Median Income$95,865
Per Capita$50,214
Unemployment12.6%
Poverty15.3%
County GDP$12,307M
Commute14 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$299,600
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity28.2%
UninsuredN/A
Depression21.4%
Heart Disease5.8%

Climate

Avg Temp75°F
AQI41 (Good)
Rain62.7 in/yr
Elevation7 ft

Education

B
Bachelor's+25.9%
High School+96.4%
School Score5.60

Community

2024 VoteR 65% / D 34%
Commute14 min
Libraries6

Is Rio a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Rio receives an overall livability score of 3.7 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include above-average household incomes. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment. Rio offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Rio is $95,865, 28% above the national average of $75,149. Residents generally enjoy above-average earning potential. At 12.6%, unemployment is notably high. The poverty rate of 15.3% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 14 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Rio is $299,600, roughly aligned with the national median of $281,900. A price-to-income ratio of 3.1x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Education

25.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 96.4% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.6/10.

Climate & Weather

Rio has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 75°F. Winters average 65°F in January while summers reach 83°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 62.7 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Rio has a population of 1,265 with a density of 3,329 people per square mile. The median age is 61.4 years, 58% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (89.3%).

Population

1,265
Total Population
3,329
People / sq mi
61.4yrs
Median Age
58% above US avg
0.4mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 34.1%
Female 65.9%

Race & Ethnicity

Rio vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only97.9%
25% above US avg
Spanish2.1%
84% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Rio vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Rio is $95,865, which is 28% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 12.6% (above the 3.6% US average). 15.3% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 14 minutes.

Income: Rio vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$95,865
28% above US avg
Per Capita Income$50,214
Avg Weekly Wage$1,143
IRS Avg AGI$166,942

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment12.6%
250% above US avg
Poverty Rate15.3%
23% above US avg
Establishments (County)7,584
County GDP$12,307M

Business (County)

Restaurants447
Healthcare650
Retail799
Manufacturing193

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$14,744
321% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate4.92%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time13.9 min
Work from Home4.4%

Walkability

The median home value in Rio is $299,600, 6% above the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$299,600
6% above US avg
Median List Price$1,774,000

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$1,774,000
$/Sq Ft$261
Homes Sold3
Sale-to-List Ratio91.3%
Price Drops20.0%
Inventory5

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-Occupied96.7%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$14,744
321% above US avg
Effective Rate4.92%
In Rio, 28.2% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 21.4% report depression. 20.4% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity28.2%
12% below US avg
Diabetes9.2%
Heart Disease5.8%
High Blood Pressure27.3%
Asthma10.0%
COPD6.7%
Stroke2.9%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking20.0%
Physical Inactivity20.4%
Depression21.4%
Mental Distress18.7%
Physical Distress13.2%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate90.6%
Checkup Rate73.7%
Premature Death7,340/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.8/10
Exercise Access96.7%
Healthcare Facilities650

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)32

Safety Score

Rio has an average annual temperature of 75°F (24°C). Winters average 65°F in January while summers reach 83°F in July. Annual precipitation is 62.7 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Temperature

65°F Jan (18°C) 83°F Jul (28°C)
Annual Average75.3°F
39% above US avg
January Average65°F (18°C)
July Average83°F (28°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall62.7 inches
65% above US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median41.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation7 ft (2 m)
Area0.4 sq mi (1.0 km²)
Population Density3,329/sq mi
Coordinates27.2164°N, 80.2408°W
County FIPS12085
It is classified as Metro — 250K–1M. 25.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (23% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 31.1-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 65.2%
D 34.1%

Winner: Republican by 31.1 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+25.9%
23% below US avg
High School+96.4%
School Test Score5.60
B Education Grade (3.1/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 2Metro — 250K–1M
Population Density3,329/sq mi
Total Area0.4 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries6
Healthcare Facilities650
Restaurants447
Retail Stores799

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)32

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute13.9 min
Work from Home4.4%

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