Stuart, FL

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.

3.2 /5.0
B Good
18,058 Population 2,536/sq mi density
$64,409 Median Income $42,551 per capita
$291,300 Home Value $372,634 Zillow
$1,540 Median Rent
75°F Avg Temperature
395 Violent Crime/100K 3,982 property/100K
B
Overall
3.2 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.0 / 5.0
$64,409 median income, 2.9% unemployment
A
Affordability
4.1 / 5.0
$291,300 home value, $1,540/mo rent
F
Safety
1.0 / 5.0
395 violent crimes/100K (4% above avg)
B+
Education
3.9 / 5.0
35.8% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $64,409
14% lower than US avg
Home Value $291,300
3% higher than US avg
Violent Crime 395/100K
4% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 35.8%
6% higher than US avg
Median Rent $1,540
32% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 30.1%
6% lower than US avg
Unemployment 2.9%
19% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 9.0%
27% lower than US avg

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

People

Population18,058
Median Age53.1 yrs
Density2,536/mi²
Male / Female46% / 54%
Largest GroupWhite 71%

Economy

A
Median Income$64,409
Per Capita$42,551
Unemployment2.9%
Poverty9.0%
County GDP$12,307M
Commute24 min

Housing

A
Home Value$291,300
Rent$1,540
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$372,634

Crime

F
Violent395/100K
Property3,982/100K
Murder0.0/100K
Assault228/100K
Burglary531/100K

Health

Obesity30.1%
UninsuredN/A
Depression19.9%
Heart Disease5.8%

Climate

Avg Temp75°F
AQI41 (Good)
Rain62.7 in/yr
Elevation9 ft

Education

B+
Bachelor's+35.8%
High School+91.6%
School Score5.60

Community

2024 VoteR 65% / D 34%
Commute24 min
EV Stations17
Libraries6

Is Stuart a Good Place to Live?

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.

Economy & Jobs

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.

Cost of Living & Housing

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.

Safety & Crime

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.

Education

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.

Climate & Weather

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.

Stuart has a population of 18,058 with a density of 2,536 people per square mile. The median age is 53.1 years, 37% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (71%), with 1.5% Hispanic, 11.3% Black.

Population

18,058
Total Population
2,536
People / sq mi
53.1yrs
Median Age
37% above US avg
7.1mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 45.6%
Female 54.4%

Race & Ethnicity

Stuart vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only84.0%
7% above US avg
Spanish16.0%
19% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Stuart vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Stuart is $64,409, which is 14% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 2.9% (below the 3.6% US average). 9.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 24 minutes.

Income: Stuart vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$64,409
14% below US avg
Per Capita Income$42,551
Avg Weekly Wage$1,143
IRS Avg AGI$166,942

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.9%
19% below US avg
Poverty Rate9.0%
27% below US avg
Establishments (County)7,584
County GDP$12,307M

Business (County)

Restaurants447
Healthcare650
Retail799
Manufacturing193

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$14,744
321% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate5.06%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time23.5 min
Work from Home10.9%

Walkability

The median home value in Stuart is $291,300, 3% above the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,540 (32% above US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $372,634.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$291,300
3% above US avg
Zillow ZHVI$372,634
Median List Price$320,000

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$320,000
$/Sq Ft$223
Homes Sold30
Sale-to-List Ratio94.7%
Price Drops35.2%
Inventory219

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,540
32% above US avg
Zillow Rent (ZORI)$2,197

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-Occupied58.5%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$14,744
321% above US avg
Effective Rate5.06%
In Stuart, 30.1% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 19.9% report depression. 23.7% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity30.1%
6% below US avg
Diabetes10.6%
Heart Disease5.8%
High Blood Pressure28.8%
Asthma10.1%
COPD6.8%
Stroke3.1%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking17.9%
Physical Inactivity23.7%
Depression19.9%
Mental Distress18.6%
Physical Distress13.9%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate92.2%
Checkup Rate74.5%
Premature Death7,340/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.8/10
Exercise Access96.7%
Healthcare Facilities650
Stuart has a violent crime rate of 395 per 100,000 residents, 4% above the national average of 380. Property crime stands at 3,982 per 100,000 (103% above US avg). The murder rate is 0.0 per 100,000.

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

Violent Crime

Total Violent395.1/100K
4% above US avg
Murder0.0/100K
100% below US avg
Rape80.3/100K
Robbery86.4/100K
Assault228.4/100K

Property Crime

Total Property3,981.7/100K
103% above US avg
Burglary530.9/100K
Theft3,253.3/100K
Vehicle Theft197.5/100K
Arson6.2/100K

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)32

Safety Score

Safety GradeF
Safety Score1.0 / 5.0
Stuart has an average annual temperature of 75°F (24°C). Winters average 65°F in January while summers reach 83°F in July. Annual precipitation is 62.7 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Temperature

65°F Jan (18°C) 83°F Jul (28°C)
Annual Average75.3°F
39% above US avg
January Average65°F (18°C)
July Average83°F (28°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall62.7 inches
65% above US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median41.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation9 ft (3 m)
Area7.1 sq mi (18.4 km²)
Population Density2,536/sq mi
Coordinates27.1953°N, 80.2441°W
County FIPS12085
It is classified as Metro — 250K–1M. 35.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (6% above US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 31.1-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 65.2%
D 34.1%

Winner: Republican by 31.1 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+35.8%
6% above US avg
High School+91.6%
School Test Score5.60
B+ Education Grade (3.9/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 2Metro — 250K–1M
Population Density2,536/sq mi
Total Area7.1 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

EV Charging Stations17
Alt Fuel Stations20
Public Libraries6
Healthcare Facilities650
Restaurants447
Retail Stores799

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)32
F Safety Grade (1.0/5.0)

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute23.5 min
Work from Home10.9%

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