Florida · Metropolitan Area
Stuart is a small city in Florida with a population of 18,058. Residents earn $64,409 per year, which is 14% below the national average.
Based on current data, Stuart receives an overall livability score of 3.2 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low unemployment. Stuart offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.
The median household income in Stuart is $64,409, 14% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.9%. 9.0% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 24 minutes.
The median home value in Stuart is $291,300, roughly aligned with the national median of $281,900. Renters pay a median of $1,540 per month, significantly above the national average of $1,163. A price-to-income ratio of 4.5x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.
The violent crime rate of 395 per 100,000 is above the national average of 380 — something for prospective residents to consider. Property crime occurs at a rate of 3,982 per 100,000, 103% above the national average.
Educational attainment is solid, with 35.8% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 91.6% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.6/10.
Stuart has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 75°F. Winters average 65°F in January while summers reach 83°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 62.7 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.
| English Only | 84.0% |
| 7% above US avg | |
| Spanish | 16.0% |
| 19% above US avg |
| Median HH Income | $64,409 |
| 14% below US avg | |
| Per Capita Income | $42,551 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $1,143 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $166,942 |
| Unemployment | 2.9% |
| 19% below US avg | |
| Poverty Rate | 9.0% |
| 27% below US avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 7,584 |
| County GDP | $12,307M |
| Restaurants | 447 |
| Healthcare | 650 |
| Retail | 799 |
| Manufacturing | 193 |
| Property Tax (IRS) | $14,744 |
| 321% above US avg | |
| Effective Tax Rate | 5.06% |
| Commute Time | 23.5 min |
| Work from Home | 10.9% |
| Census Median | $291,300 |
| 3% above US avg | |
| Zillow ZHVI | $372,634 |
| Median List Price | $320,000 |
| Median List Price | $320,000 |
| $/Sq Ft | $223 |
| Homes Sold | 30 |
| Sale-to-List Ratio | 94.7% |
| Price Drops | 35.2% |
| Inventory | 219 |
| Census Median Rent | $1,540 |
| 32% above US avg | |
| Zillow Rent (ZORI) | $2,197 |
| Studio | $1,212 |
| 1 Bedroom | $1,296 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1,526 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,971 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $2,261 |
| Owner-Occupied | 58.5% |
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $14,744 |
| 321% above US avg | |
| Effective Rate | 5.06% |
| Obesity | 30.1% |
| 6% below US avg | |
| Diabetes | 10.6% |
| Heart Disease | 5.8% |
| High Blood Pressure | 28.8% |
| Asthma | 10.1% |
| COPD | 6.8% |
| Stroke | 3.1% |
| Binge Drinking | 17.9% |
| Physical Inactivity | 23.7% |
| Depression | 19.9% |
| Mental Distress | 18.6% |
| Physical Distress | 13.9% |
| Insurance Rate | 92.2% |
| Checkup Rate | 74.5% |
| Premature Death | 7,340/100K |
| Food Environment | 7.8/10 |
| Exercise Access | 96.7% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 650 |
| Total Violent | 395.1/100K |
| 4% above US avg | |
| Murder | 0.0/100K |
| 100% below US avg | |
| Rape | 80.3/100K |
| Robbery | 86.4/100K |
| Assault | 228.4/100K |
| Total Property | 3,981.7/100K |
| 103% above US avg | |
| Burglary | 530.9/100K |
| Theft | 3,253.3/100K |
| Vehicle Theft | 197.5/100K |
| Arson | 6.2/100K |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 32 |
| Safety Grade | F |
| Safety Score | 1.0 / 5.0 |
| Annual Average | 75.3°F |
| 39% above US avg | |
| January Average | 65°F (18°C) |
| July Average | 83°F (28°C) |
| Annual Rainfall | 62.7 inches |
| 65% above US avg | |
| Snowfall | 0.0 inches/yr |
| AQI Median | 41.0 |
| Rating | Good |
| Elevation | 9 ft (3 m) |
| Area | 7.1 sq mi (18.4 km²) |
| Population Density | 2,536/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 27.1953°N, 80.2441°W |
| County FIPS | 12085 |
Winner: Republican by 31.1 points
| Bachelor's Degree+ | 35.8% |
| 6% above US avg | |
| High School+ | 91.6% |
| School Test Score | 5.60 |
| RUCC Code 2 | Metro — 250K–1M |
| Population Density | 2,536/sq mi |
| Total Area | 7.1 sq mi |
| EV Charging Stations | 17 |
| Alt Fuel Stations | 20 |
| Public Libraries | 6 |
| Healthcare Facilities | 650 |
| Restaurants | 447 |
| Retail Stores | 799 |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 32 |
| Avg Commute | 23.5 min |
| Work from Home | 10.9% |