South Brooksville, FL

Florida · Metropolitan Area

South Brooksville is a small town in Florida with a population of 4,835. Residents earn $58,849 per year, which is 22% below the national average.

4.1 /5.0
A Great
4,835 Population 271/sq mi density
$58,849 Median Income $29,353 per capita
$124,000 Home Value
$1,255 Median Rent
72°F Avg Temperature
A
Overall
4.1 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.1 / 5.0
$58,849 median income, 2.3% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$124,000 home value, $1,255/mo rent
B
Education
3.2 / 5.0
28.1% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $58,849
22% lower than US avg
Home Value $124,000
56% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 28.1%
17% lower than US avg
Median Rent $1,255
8% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 37.1%
16% higher than US avg
Unemployment 2.3%
36% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.3%
98% lower than US avg

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

People

Population4,835
Median Age50.4 yrs
Density271/mi²
Male / Female41% / 60%
Largest GroupWhite 84%

Economy

A
Median Income$58,849
Per Capita$29,353
Unemployment2.3%
Poverty0.3%
County GDP$7,294M
Commute27 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$124,000
Rent$1,255
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity37.1%
UninsuredN/A
Depression21.6%
Heart Disease6.2%

Climate

Avg Temp72°F
AQI41 (Good)
Rain51.9 in/yr
Elevation77 ft

Education

B
Bachelor's+28.1%
High School+93.6%
School Score5.60

Community

2024 VoteR 68% / D 31%
Commute27 min
Libraries4

Is South Brooksville a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, South Brooksville receives an overall livability score of 4.1 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes. South Brooksville stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in South Brooksville is $58,849, 22% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.3%. Only 0.3% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 27 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in South Brooksville is $124,000, 56% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $1,255 per month. At just 2.1x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

28.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 93.6% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.6/10.

Climate & Weather

South Brooksville has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 72°F. Winters average 60°F in January while summers reach 82°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 51.9 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

South Brooksville has a population of 4,835 with a density of 271 people per square mile. The median age is 50.4 years, 30% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (83.6%), with 10% Black.

Population

4,835
Total Population
271
People / sq mi
50.4yrs
Median Age
30% above US avg
17.9mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 40.5%
Female 59.5%

Race & Ethnicity

South Brooksville vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only98.7%
26% above US avg
Spanish1.3%
90% below US avg

Social Characteristics

South Brooksville vs U.S. Average

The median household income in South Brooksville is $58,849, which is 22% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 2.3% (below the 3.6% US average). 0.3% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 27 minutes.

Income: South Brooksville vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$58,849
22% below US avg
Per Capita Income$29,353
Avg Weekly Wage$971
IRS Avg AGI$59,641

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.3%
36% below US avg
Poverty Rate0.3%
98% below US avg
Establishments (County)4,658
County GDP$7,294M

Business (County)

Restaurants292
Healthcare581
Retail526
Manufacturing90

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$4,970
42% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate4.01%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time27.4 min
Work from Home6.1%

Walkability

The median home value in South Brooksville is $124,000, 56% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,255 (8% above US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$124,000
56% below US avg
Median List Price$274,450

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$274,450
$/Sq Ft$224
Homes Sold3
Sale-to-List Ratio97.2%
Price Drops60.7%
Inventory28

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,255
8% above US avg

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-Occupied67.1%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,970
42% above US avg
Effective Rate4.01%
In South Brooksville, 37.1% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 21.6% report depression. 25.8% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: South Brooksville vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity37.1%
16% above US avg
Diabetes11.4%
Heart Disease6.2%
High Blood Pressure31.9%
Asthma10.4%
COPD7.4%
Stroke3.3%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking15.4%
Physical Inactivity25.8%
Depression21.6%
Mental Distress19.7%
Physical Distress14.7%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate90.7%
Checkup Rate75.2%
Premature Death11,322/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.1/10
Exercise Access80.5%
Healthcare Facilities581

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)42

Safety Score

South Brooksville has an average annual temperature of 72°F (22°C). Winters average 60°F in January while summers reach 82°F in July. Annual precipitation is 51.9 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Temperature

60°F Jan (16°C) 82°F Jul (28°C)
Annual Average72.1°F
34% above US avg
January Average60°F (16°C)
July Average82°F (28°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall51.9 inches
37% above US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median41.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation77 ft (23 m)
Area17.9 sq mi (46.3 km²)
Population Density271/sq mi
Coordinates28.5142°N, 82.4376°W
County FIPS12053
It is classified as Metro — 1 million+. 28.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (17% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 37.1-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 68.2%
D 31.1%

Winner: Republican by 37.1 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+28.1%
17% below US avg
High School+93.6%
School Test Score5.60
B Education Grade (3.2/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 1Metro — 1 million+
Population Density271/sq mi
Total Area17.9 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries4
Healthcare Facilities581
Restaurants292
Retail Stores526

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)42

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute27.4 min
Work from Home6.1%

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