Solana, FL

Florida · Metropolitan Area

Solana is a small town in Florida with a population of 953. Residents earn $40,045 per year, which is 47% below the national average.

3.5 /5.0
B+ Good
953 Population 623/sq mi density
$40,045 Median Income $20,171 per capita
$148,000 Home Value
$953 Median Rent 27.6% income on rent
76°F Avg Temperature
B+
Overall
3.5 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.1 / 5.0
$40,045 median income, 2.1% unemployment
A+
Affordability
4.6 / 5.0
$148,000 home value, $953/mo rent
C+
Education
2.8 / 5.0
22.4% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $40,045
47% lower than US avg
Home Value $148,000
47% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 22.4%
34% lower than US avg
Median Rent $953
18% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 36.2%
13% higher than US avg
Unemployment 2.1%
42% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 20.3%
64% higher than US avg

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

People

Population953
Median Age25.9 yrs
Density623/mi²
Male / Female59% / 41%
Largest GroupWhite 56%
Veterans4.1%

Economy

B
Median Income$40,045
Per Capita$20,171
Unemployment2.1%
Poverty20.3%
County GDP$9,770M
Commute19 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$148,000
Rent$953
OwnershipN/A
Rent Burden27.6%

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity36.2%
UninsuredN/A
Depression20.8%
Heart Disease7.9%

Climate

Avg Temp76°F
AQI41 (Good)
Rain54.0 in/yr
Elevation6 ft

Education

C+
Bachelor's+22.4%
High School+94.3%
School Score5.60

Community

2024 VoteR 67% / D 33%
Commute19 min
Broadband93.6%
Libraries4

Is Solana a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Solana receives an overall livability score of 3.5 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, high health insurance coverage, strong internet connectivity. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes. Solana offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Solana is $40,045, 47% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.1%. The poverty rate of 20.3% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 19 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Solana is $148,000, 47% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $953 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. A price-to-income ratio of 3.7x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Education

22.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 94.3% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.6/10.

Climate & Weather

Solana has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 76°F. Winters average 65°F in January while summers reach 84°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 54.0 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Solana has a population of 953 with a density of 623 people per square mile. The median age is 25.9 years, 33% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (56%), with 44% Black.

Population

953
Total Population
623
People / sq mi
25.9yrs
Median Age
33% below US avg
1.5mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 58.7%
Female 41.3%

Race & Ethnicity

Solana vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only99.7%
27% above US avg
Spanish0.3%
98% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Solana vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Solana is $40,045, which is 47% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 2.1% (below the 3.6% US average). 20.3% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 19 minutes.

Income: Solana vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$40,045
47% below US avg
Per Capita Income$20,171
Avg Weekly Wage$1,040
IRS Avg AGI$84,200

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.1%
42% below US avg
Poverty Rate20.3%
64% above US avg
Establishments (County)5,918
County GDP$9,770M

Business (County)

Restaurants317
Healthcare537
Retail617
Manufacturing76

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$7,581
117% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate5.12%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time18.5 min
Drive Alone96.9%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Solana is $148,000, 47% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $953 (18% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$148,000
47% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$953
18% below US avg
Rent Burden27.6%

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-Occupied71.9%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$7,581
117% above US avg
Effective Rate5.12%
In Solana, 36.2% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 20.8% report depression. 28.3% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity36.2%
13% above US avg
Diabetes13.0%
Heart Disease7.9%
High Blood Pressure36.5%
Asthma10.6%
COPD9.8%
Stroke4.0%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking17.8%
Physical Inactivity28.3%
Depression20.8%
Mental Distress21.3%
Physical Distress16.8%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate94.9%
Checkup Rate74.6%
Premature Death9,589/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.0/10
Exercise Access83.4%
Healthcare Facilities537

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)33

Safety Score

Solana has an average annual temperature of 76°F (24°C). Winters average 65°F in January while summers reach 84°F in July. Annual precipitation is 54.0 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Temperature

65°F Jan (18°C) 84°F Jul (29°C)
Annual Average75.8°F
40% above US avg
January Average65°F (18°C)
July Average84°F (29°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall54.0 inches
42% above US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median41.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation6 ft (2 m)
Area1.5 sq mi (4.0 km²)
Population Density623/sq mi
Coordinates26.9372°N, 82.0297°W
County FIPS12015
It is classified as Metro — under 250K. 22.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (34% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 34-point margin. 93.6% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 66.7%
D 32.7%

Winner: Republican by 34 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+22.4%
34% below US avg
High School+94.3%
School Test Score5.60
C+ Education Grade (2.8/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 3Metro — under 250K
Population Density623/sq mi
Total Area1.5 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access93.6%
Public Libraries4
Healthcare Facilities537
Restaurants317
Retail Stores617

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)33

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute18.5 min
Drive Alone96.9%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

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