Shalimar, FL

Florida · Metropolitan Area

Shalimar is a small town in Florida with a population of 839. Residents earn $108,182 per year, which is 44% above the national average.

4.6 /5.0
A+ Excellent
839 Population 2,893/sq mi density
$108,182 Median Income $58,024 per capita
$463,900 Home Value $377,146 Zillow
$2,162 Median Rent 32.0% income on rent
70°F Avg Temperature
A+
Overall
4.6 / 5.0
Excellent overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
4.6 / 5.0
$108,182 median income, 4.2% unemployment
A
Affordability
4.3 / 5.0
$463,900 home value, $2,162/mo rent
A+
Education
5.0 / 5.0
60.7% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $108,182
44% higher than US avg
Home Value $463,900
65% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 60.7%
80% higher than US avg
Median Rent $2,162
86% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 28.4%
12% lower than US avg
Unemployment 4.2%
17% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 7.1%
43% lower than US avg

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

People

Population839
Median Age52.6 yrs
Density2,893/mi²
Male / Female44% / 56%
Largest GroupWhite 67%
Veterans20.6%

Economy

A+
Median Income$108,182
Per Capita$58,024
Unemployment4.2%
Poverty7.1%
County GDP$19,003M
Commute20 min

Housing

A
Home Value$463,900
Rent$2,162
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$377,146
Rent Burden32.0%

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity28.4%
UninsuredN/A
Depression19.0%
Heart Disease4.9%

Climate

Avg Temp70°F
AQI41 (Good)
Rain55.4 in/yr
Elevation7 ft

Education

A+
Bachelor's+60.7%
High School+97.2%
School Score5.60

Community

2024 VoteR 71% / D 28%
Commute20 min
Broadband96.9%
Libraries6

Is Shalimar a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Shalimar receives an overall livability score of 4.6 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A+. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, a highly educated population, a low poverty rate, strong internet connectivity. Areas to be aware of include high housing costs. Shalimar stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Shalimar is $108,182, which is significantly higher than the national average — 44% above $75,149. This places Shalimar among higher-income communities. Unemployment stands at 4.2%, indicating a healthy job market. Only 7.1% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 20 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Shalimar is $463,900, making it a premium housing market at 65% above the U.S. median of $281,900. Renters pay a median of $2,162 per month, significantly above the national average of $1,163. A price-to-income ratio of 4.3x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Education

Shalimar is a highly educated community — 60.7% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, well above the national average of 33.7%. 97.2% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.6/10.

Climate & Weather

Shalimar enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 70°F. Winters average 54°F in January while summers reach 84°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 55.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Shalimar has a population of 839 with a density of 2,893 people per square mile. The median age is 52.6 years, 35% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (67.3%), with 3.7% Black.

Population

839
Total Population
2,893
People / sq mi
52.6yrs
Median Age
35% above US avg
0.3mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 44.2%
Female 55.8%

Race & Ethnicity

Shalimar vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only89.0%
13% above US avg
Spanish11.0%
18% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Shalimar vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Shalimar is $108,182, which is 44% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 4.2% (above the 3.6% US average). 7.1% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 20 minutes.

Income: Shalimar vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$108,182
44% above US avg
Per Capita Income$58,024
Avg Weekly Wage$1,185
IRS Avg AGI$86,459

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment4.2%
17% above US avg
Poverty Rate7.1%
43% below US avg
Establishments (County)7,597
County GDP$19,003M

Business (County)

Restaurants599
Healthcare699
Retail859
Manufacturing96

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$6,037
72% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate1.30%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time20.2 min
Drive Alone79.2%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home10.3%

Walkability

The median home value in Shalimar is $463,900, 65% above the national average. Monthly rent averages $2,162 (86% above US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $377,146.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$463,900
65% above US avg
Zillow ZHVI$377,146

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

$/Sq Ft$245
Homes Sold1
Sale-to-List Ratio100.0%
Price Drops50.0%
Inventory6

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$2,162
86% above US avg
Zillow Rent (ZORI)$2,049
Rent Burden32.0%

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-Occupied70.0%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$6,037
72% above US avg
Effective Rate1.30%
In Shalimar, 28.4% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 19.0% report depression. 19.2% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity28.4%
12% below US avg
Diabetes8.4%
Heart Disease4.9%
High Blood Pressure28.0%
Asthma9.2%
COPD5.0%
Stroke2.4%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking19.1%
Physical Inactivity19.2%
Depression19.0%
Mental Distress16.6%
Physical Distress11.1%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate92.1%
Checkup Rate74.7%
Premature Death9,412/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.7/10
Exercise Access77.9%
Healthcare Facilities699

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)19

Safety Score

Shalimar has an average annual temperature of 70°F (21°C). Winters average 54°F in January while summers reach 84°F in July. Annual precipitation is 55.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Temperature

54°F Jan (12°C) 84°F Jul (29°C)
Annual Average69.8°F
29% above US avg
January Average54°F (12°C)
July Average84°F (29°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall55.4 inches
46% above US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median41.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation7 ft (2 m)
Area0.3 sq mi (0.8 km²)
Population Density2,893/sq mi
Coordinates30.4433°N, 86.5830°W
County FIPS12091
It is classified as Metro — 250K–1M. 60.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (80% above US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 42.4-point margin. 96.9% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 70.7%
D 28.2%

Winner: Republican by 42.4 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+60.7%
80% above US avg
High School+97.2%
School Test Score5.60
A+ Education Grade (5.0/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 2Metro — 250K–1M
Population Density2,893/sq mi
Total Area0.3 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access96.9%
Public Libraries6
Healthcare Facilities699
Restaurants599
Retail Stores859

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)19

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute20.2 min
Drive Alone79.2%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home10.3%

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