Sopchoppy, FL

Florida · Metropolitan Area

Sopchoppy is a small town in Florida with a population of 476. Residents earn $62,813 per year, which is 16% below the national average.

4.2 /5.0
A Great
476 Population 283/sq mi density
$62,813 Median Income $30,471 per capita
$222,200 Home Value $239,006 Zillow
$929 Median Rent 33.6% income on rent
68°F Avg Temperature
A
Overall
4.2 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.1 / 5.0
$62,813 median income, 1.5% unemployment
A+
Affordability
4.7 / 5.0
$222,200 home value, $929/mo rent
B+
Education
3.7 / 5.0
34.2% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $62,813
16% lower than US avg
Home Value $222,200
21% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 34.2%
1% higher than US avg
Median Rent $929
20% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 43.2%
35% higher than US avg
Unemployment 1.5%
58% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 9.0%
27% lower than US avg

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

People

Population476
Median Age54.3 yrs
Density283/mi²
Male / Female50% / 50%
Largest GroupWhite 78%
Veterans20.7%

Economy

A
Median Income$62,813
Per Capita$30,471
Unemployment1.5%
Poverty9.0%
County GDP$1,161M
Commute25 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$222,200
Rent$929
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$239,006
Rent Burden33.6%

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity43.2%
UninsuredN/A
Depression20.3%
Heart Disease7.5%

Climate

Avg Temp68°F
AQI41 (Good)
Rain59.8 in/yr
Elevation23 ft

Education

B+
Bachelor's+34.2%
High School+96.1%
School Score5.60

Community

2024 VoteR 72% / D 27%
Commute25 min
Broadband86.3%
Libraries1

Is Sopchoppy a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Sopchoppy receives an overall livability score of 4.2 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing. Areas to be aware of include high obesity rates. Sopchoppy stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Sopchoppy is $62,813, 16% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.5%. 9.0% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 25 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Sopchoppy is $222,200, 21% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $929 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. A price-to-income ratio of 3.5x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Education

Educational attainment is solid, with 34.2% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 96.1% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.6/10.

Climate & Weather

Sopchoppy enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 68°F. Winters average 51°F in January while summers reach 83°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 59.8 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Sopchoppy has a population of 476 with a density of 283 people per square mile. The median age is 54.3 years, 40% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (77.9%), with 1.5% Hispanic, 19.7% Black.

Population

476
Total Population
283
People / sq mi
54.3yrs
Median Age
40% above US avg
1.7mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 49.6%
Female 50.4%

Race & Ethnicity

Sopchoppy vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only84.4%
8% above US avg
Spanish15.6%
16% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Sopchoppy vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Sopchoppy is $62,813, which is 16% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 1.5% (below the 3.6% US average). 9.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 25 minutes.

Income: Sopchoppy vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$62,813
16% below US avg
Per Capita Income$30,471
Avg Weekly Wage$934
IRS Avg AGI$67,374

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.5%
58% below US avg
Poverty Rate9.0%
27% below US avg
Establishments (County)634
County GDP$1,161M

Business (County)

Restaurants47
Healthcare38
Retail82
Manufacturing9

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$3,855
10% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate1.73%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time24.6 min
Drive Alone87.4%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.5%

Walkability

The median home value in Sopchoppy is $222,200, 21% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $929 (20% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $239,006.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$222,200
21% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$239,006

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$929
20% below US avg
Rent Burden33.6%

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-Occupied84.0%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$3,855
10% above US avg
Effective Rate1.73%
In Sopchoppy, 43.2% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 20.3% report depression. 32.0% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity43.2%
35% above US avg
Diabetes13.8%
Heart Disease7.5%
High Blood Pressure38.3%
Asthma11.1%
COPD9.5%
Stroke4.1%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking15.9%
Physical Inactivity32.0%
Depression20.3%
Mental Distress21.1%
Physical Distress16.9%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate91.8%
Checkup Rate75.2%
Premature Death8,820/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment9.1/10
Exercise Access71.2%
Healthcare Facilities38

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)6

Safety Score

Sopchoppy has an average annual temperature of 68°F (20°C). Winters average 51°F in January while summers reach 83°F in July. Annual precipitation is 59.8 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Temperature

51°F Jan (11°C) 83°F Jul (28°C)
Annual Average68.0°F
26% above US avg
January Average51°F (11°C)
July Average83°F (28°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall59.8 inches
57% above US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median41.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation23 ft (7 m)
Area1.7 sq mi (4.4 km²)
Population Density283/sq mi
Coordinates30.0599°N, 84.4854°W
County FIPS12129
It is classified as Metro — 250K–1M. 34.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (1% above US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 44.4-point margin. 86.3% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 71.8%
D 27.4%

Winner: Republican by 44.4 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+34.2%
1% above US avg
High School+96.1%
School Test Score5.60
B+ Education Grade (3.7/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 2Metro — 250K–1M
Population Density283/sq mi
Total Area1.7 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access86.3%
Public Libraries1
Healthcare Facilities38
Restaurants47
Retail Stores82

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)6

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute24.6 min
Drive Alone87.4%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.5%

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