Florida · Metropolitan Area
South Bay is a small town in Florida with a population of 4,828. Residents earn $51,827 per year, which is 31% below the national average.
Based on current data, South Bay receives an overall livability score of 2.6 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing. Areas to be aware of include elevated crime rates, an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes. South Bay has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.
The median household income in South Bay is $51,827, 31% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.3%. The poverty rate of 29.0% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 36 minutes, longer than the typical American commute of 28 minutes.
The median home value in South Bay is $125,000, 56% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $1,067 per month. At just 2.4x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.
With 1,162 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 2,885 per 100,000, 47% above the national average.
8.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 58.1% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.6/10.
South Bay has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 74°F. Winters average 64°F in January while summers reach 82°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 55.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.
| English Only | 73.3% |
| 7% below US avg | |
| Spanish | 26.7% |
| 99% above US avg |
| Median HH Income | $51,827 |
| 31% below US avg | |
| Per Capita Income | $11,583 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $1,485 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $176,566 |
| Unemployment | 2.3% |
| 36% below US avg | |
| Poverty Rate | 29.0% |
| 134% above US avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 71,342 |
| County GDP | $140,506M |
| Restaurants | 3,308 |
| Healthcare | 6,801 |
| Retail | 5,605 |
| Manufacturing | 973 |
| Property Tax (IRS) | $15,778 |
| 351% above US avg | |
| Effective Tax Rate | 12.62% |
| Commute Time | 36.4 min |
| Drive Alone | 68.0% |
| Public Transit | 5.6% |
| Work from Home | 5.1% |
| Census Median | $125,000 |
| 56% below US avg | |
| Zillow ZHVI | $221,171 |
| Census Median Rent | $1,067 |
| 8% below US avg | |
| Rent Burden | 51.0% |
| Studio | $1,212 |
| 1 Bedroom | $1,296 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1,526 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,971 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $2,261 |
| Owner-Occupied | 60.2% |
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $15,778 |
| 351% above US avg | |
| Effective Rate | 12.62% |
| Obesity | 35.7% |
| 11% above US avg | |
| Diabetes | 17.7% |
| Heart Disease | 8.1% |
| High Blood Pressure | 40.6% |
| Asthma | 10.4% |
| COPD | 8.9% |
| Stroke | 5.2% |
| Binge Drinking | 13.3% |
| Physical Inactivity | 37.2% |
| Depression | 14.4% |
| Mental Distress | 19.5% |
| Physical Distress | 17.0% |
| Insurance Rate | 76.9% |
| Checkup Rate | 75.3% |
| Premature Death | 7,624/100K |
| Food Environment | 8.5/10 |
| Exercise Access | 95.9% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 6,801 |
| Total Violent | 1,162.1/100K |
| 206% above US avg | |
| Murder | 0.0/100K |
| 100% below US avg | |
| Rape | 0.0/100K |
| Robbery | 160.3/100K |
| Assault | 1,001.8/100K |
| Total Property | 2,885.2/100K |
| 47% above US avg | |
| Burglary | 901.6/100K |
| Theft | 1,843.3/100K |
| Vehicle Theft | 140.3/100K |
| Arson | 40.1/100K |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 217 |
| Safety Grade | F |
| Safety Score | 1.0 / 5.0 |
| Annual Average | 74.3°F |
| 38% above US avg | |
| January Average | 64°F (18°C) |
| July Average | 82°F (28°C) |
| Annual Rainfall | 55.2 inches |
| 45% above US avg | |
| Snowfall | 0.0 inches/yr |
| AQI Median | 41.0 |
| Rating | Good |
| Elevation | 12 ft (4 m) |
| Area | 2.9 sq mi (7.4 km²) |
| Population Density | 1,688/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 26.6884°N, 80.7355°W |
| County FIPS | 12099 |
Winner: Democrat by 0.8 points
| Bachelor's Degree+ | 8.5% |
| 75% below US avg | |
| High School+ | 58.1% |
| School Test Score | 5.60 |
| RUCC Code 1 | Metro — 1 million+ |
| Population Density | 1,688/sq mi |
| Total Area | 2.9 sq mi |
| Broadband Access | 61.2% |
| EV Charging Stations | 1 |
| Alt Fuel Stations | 1 |
| Public Libraries | 33 |
| Healthcare Facilities | 6,801 |
| Restaurants | 3,308 |
| Retail Stores | 5,605 |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 217 |
| Avg Commute | 36.4 min |
| Drive Alone | 68.0% |
| Public Transit | 5.6% |
| Work from Home | 5.1% |