Median Income
$61,250
18% lower than US avg
Home Value
$80,000
72% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+
6.5%
81% lower than US avg
Median Rent
$725
38% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate
39.2%
22% higher than US avg
Unemployment
0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate
10.5%
15% lower than US avg
How Stuart Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Population189
Median Age29.6 yrs
Density700/mi²
Male / Female47% / 53%
Largest GroupWhite 85%
Economy
A
Median Income$61,250
Per Capita$23,735
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty10.5%
County GDP$300M
Commute26 min
Housing
A+
Home Value$80,000
Rent$725
OwnershipN/A
Health
Obesity39.2%
UninsuredN/A
Depression27.2%
Heart Disease6.2%
Climate
Avg Temp61°F
AQI45 (Good)
Rain45.6 in/yr
Elevation740 ft
Education
D
Bachelor's+6.5%
High School+88.9%
School Score5.08
Community
2024 VoteR 85% / D 14%
Commute26 min
Broadband51.0%
Libraries1
Is Stuart a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, Stuart receives an overall livability score of 3.5 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing. Areas to be aware of include high obesity rates. 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 $61,250, 18% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. 10.5% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 26 minutes.
Cost of Living & Housing
The median home value in Stuart is $80,000, 72% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $725 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.3x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.
Education
6.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 88.9% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.1/10.
Climate & Weather
Stuart enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 61°F. Winters average 39°F in January while summers reach 81°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 45.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 45.
Stuart has a population of 189 with a density of 700 people per square mile. The median age is 29.6 years, 24% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (85.2%), with 12.7% Hispanic.
Population
29.6yrs
Median Age
24% below US avg
Language Spoken at Home
| English Only | 93.7% |
| 19% above US avg |
| Spanish | 6.3% |
| 53% below US avg |
The median household income in Stuart is $61,250, which is 18% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 10.5% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 26 minutes.
Income
| Median HH Income | $61,250 |
| 18% below US avg |
| Per Capita Income | $23,735 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $887 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $51,512 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 0.0% |
| 100% below US avg |
| Poverty Rate | 10.5% |
| 15% below US avg |
| Establishments (County) | 131 |
| County GDP | $300M |
Business (County)
| Restaurants | 5 |
| Healthcare | 11 |
| Retail | 21 |
| Manufacturing | 5 |
Tax & Cost of Living
| Property Tax (IRS) | $1,800 |
| 49% below US avg |
| Effective Tax Rate | 2.25% |
Commute & Transportation
| Commute Time | 26.3 min |
| Work from Home | 23.9% |
The median home value in Stuart is $80,000, 72% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $725 (38% below US avg).
Home Values
| Census Median | $80,000 |
| 72% below US avg |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
Rental Costs
| Census Median Rent | $725 |
| 38% below US avg |
HUD Fair Market Rent
| Studio | $744 |
| 1 Bedroom | $791 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $995 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,297 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,501 |
Ownership & Property
Property Tax
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $1,800 |
| 49% below US avg |
| Effective Rate | 2.25% |
In Stuart, 39.2% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 27.2% report depression. 30.8% are physically inactive.
Health Metrics: Stuart vs U.S. Average (%)
Chronic Conditions
| Obesity | 39.2% |
| 22% above US avg |
| Diabetes | 11.0% |
| Heart Disease | 6.2% |
| High Blood Pressure | 35.6% |
| Asthma | 11.9% |
| COPD | 7.5% |
| Stroke | 3.3% |
Behaviors & Mental Health
| |
| Binge Drinking | 15.2% |
| Physical Inactivity | 30.8% |
| Depression | 27.2% |
| Mental Distress | 19.4% |
| Physical Distress | 14.1% |
Healthcare Access
| Insurance Rate | 91.8% |
| |
| Checkup Rate | 76.6% |
| Premature Death | 15,140/100K |
Food & Exercise
| Food Environment | 5.9/10 |
| Exercise Access | 46.0% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 11 |
Crime Rates: Stuart vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)
Traffic Safety
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 1 |
Safety Score
Stuart has an average annual temperature of 61°F (16°C). Winters average 39°F in January while summers reach 81°F in July. Annual precipitation is 45.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 45.
Temperature
39°F Jan (4°C)
81°F Jul (27°C)
| Annual Average | 61.1°F |
| 13% above US avg |
| January Average | 39°F (4°C) |
| July Average | 81°F (27°C) |
Precipitation & Snow
| Annual Rainfall | 45.6 inches |
| 20% above US avg |
| Snowfall | 3.2 inches/yr |
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 45.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Geography
| Elevation | 740 ft (226 m) |
| Area | 0.3 sq mi (0.7 km²) |
| Population Density | 700/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 34.9011°N, 96.0994°W |
| County FIPS | 40029 |