Florida · Metropolitan Area
Sanford is a mid-size city in Florida with a population of 62,292. Residents earn $62,877 per year, which is 16% below the national average.
Based on current data, Sanford receives an overall livability score of 3.0 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low unemployment. Areas to be aware of include elevated crime rates. Sanford offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.
The median household income in Sanford is $62,877, 16% below the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 3.0%, indicating a healthy job market. 11.1% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 25 minutes.
The median home value in Sanford is $272,900, roughly aligned with the national median of $281,900. Renters pay a median of $1,496 per month, significantly above the national average of $1,163. A price-to-income ratio of 4.3x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.
With 804 violent crimes per 100,000 residents, public safety is a notable concern — this is significantly above the national average of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 5,268 per 100,000, 169% above the national average.
26.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 88.7% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.6/10.
Sanford has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 73°F. Winters average 60°F in January while summers reach 83°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 54.0 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.
| English Only | 73.4% |
| 6% below US avg | |
| Spanish | 26.6% |
| 99% above US avg |
| Median HH Income | $62,877 |
| 16% below US avg | |
| Per Capita Income | $32,828 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $1,259 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $88,774 |
| Unemployment | 3.0% |
| 17% below US avg | |
| Poverty Rate | 11.1% |
| 10% below US avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 18,029 |
| County GDP | $34,435M |
| Restaurants | 1,017 |
| Healthcare | 1,605 |
| Retail | 1,669 |
| Manufacturing | 395 |
| Property Tax (IRS) | $5,998 |
| 71% above US avg | |
| Effective Tax Rate | 2.20% |
| Commute Time | 25.1 min |
| Work from Home | 16.7% |
| Census Median | $272,900 |
| 3% below US avg | |
| Zillow ZHVI | $339,792 |
| Median List Price | $329,990 |
| Median List Price | $329,990 |
| $/Sq Ft | $207 |
| Homes Sold | 63 |
| Sale-to-List Ratio | 97.5% |
| Price Drops | 31.2% |
| Inventory | 215 |
| Census Median Rent | $1,496 |
| 29% above US avg | |
| Zillow Rent (ZORI) | $1,804 |
| Studio | $1,212 |
| 1 Bedroom | $1,296 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1,526 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,971 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $2,261 |
| Owner-Occupied | 51.1% |
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $5,998 |
| 71% above US avg | |
| Effective Rate | 2.20% |
| Obesity | 33.1% |
| 3% above US avg | |
| Diabetes | 12.3% |
| Heart Disease | 6.0% |
| High Blood Pressure | 33.3% |
| Asthma | 9.9% |
| COPD | 6.5% |
| Stroke | 3.4% |
| Binge Drinking | 15.5% |
| Physical Inactivity | 26.3% |
| Depression | 16.8% |
| Mental Distress | 17.6% |
| Physical Distress | 13.6% |
| Insurance Rate | 86.2% |
| Checkup Rate | 76.9% |
| Premature Death | 7,002/100K |
| Food Environment | 8.4/10 |
| Exercise Access | 92.9% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 1,605 |
| Total Violent | 803.9/100K |
| 112% above US avg | |
| Murder | 3.5/100K |
| 44% below US avg | |
| Rape | 51.2/100K |
| Robbery | 190.8/100K |
| Assault | 558.3/100K |
| Total Property | 5,268.5/100K |
| 169% above US avg | |
| Burglary | 1,132.5/100K |
| Theft | 3,821.5/100K |
| Vehicle Theft | 314.5/100K |
| Arson | 3.5/100K |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 49 |
| Safety Grade | F |
| Safety Score | 1.0 / 5.0 |
| Annual Average | 72.6°F |
| 34% above US avg | |
| January Average | 60°F (15°C) |
| July Average | 83°F (28°C) |
| Annual Rainfall | 54.0 inches |
| 42% above US avg | |
| Snowfall | 0.0 inches/yr |
| AQI Median | 41.0 |
| Rating | Good |
| Elevation | 43 ft (13 m) |
| Area | 24.1 sq mi (62.3 km²) |
| Population Density | 2,590/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 28.7894°N, 81.2756°W |
| County FIPS | 12117 |
Winner: Republican by 3.6 points
| Bachelor's Degree+ | 26.8% |
| 20% below US avg | |
| High School+ | 88.7% |
| School Test Score | 5.60 |
| RUCC Code 1 | Metro — 1 million+ |
| Population Density | 2,590/sq mi |
| Total Area | 24.1 sq mi |
| EV Charging Stations | 37 |
| Alt Fuel Stations | 40 |
| Public Libraries | 6 |
| Healthcare Facilities | 1,605 |
| Restaurants | 1,017 |
| Retail Stores | 1,669 |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 49 |
| Avg Commute | 25.1 min |
| Work from Home | 16.7% |