Median Income
$41,500
45% lower than US avg
Home Value
$177,700
37% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+
18.5%
45% lower than US avg
Median Rent
$564
52% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate
41.0%
28% higher than US avg
Unemployment
2.8%
22% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate
14.0%
13% higher than US avg
How Stuart Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Population1,681
Median Age49.2 yrs
Density553/mi²
Male / Female51% / 49%
Largest GroupWhite 81%
Economy
B
Median Income$41,500
Per Capita$23,165
Unemployment2.8%
Poverty14.0%
County GDP$535M
Commute25 min
Housing
A
Home Value$177,700
Rent$564
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$181,232
Health
Obesity41.0%
UninsuredN/A
Depression25.5%
Heart Disease6.4%
Climate
Avg Temp56°F
AQI35 (Good)
Rain52.3 in/yr
Elevation1,276 ft
Education
C
Bachelor's+18.5%
High School+83.3%
School Score5.58
Community
2024 VoteR 80% / D 19%
Commute25 min
Libraries2
Is Stuart a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, Stuart receives an overall livability score of 3.3 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes, 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 $41,500, 45% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.8%. 14.0% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 25 minutes.
Cost of Living & Housing
The median home value in Stuart is $177,700, 37% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $564 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. A price-to-income ratio of 4.3x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.
Education
18.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 83.3% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.6/10.
Climate & Weather
Stuart enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 56°F. Winters average 37°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 52.3 inches, including 6.4 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 35.
Stuart has a population of 1,681 with a density of 553 people per square mile. The median age is 49.2 years, 26% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (80.8%), with 10.7% Black.
Population
49.2yrs
Median Age
26% above US avg
Language Spoken at Home
| English Only | 94.1% |
| 20% above US avg |
| Spanish | 5.9% |
| 56% below US avg |
The median household income in Stuart is $41,500, which is 45% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 2.8% (below the 3.6% US average). 14.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 25 minutes.
Income
| Median HH Income | $41,500 |
| 45% below US avg |
| Per Capita Income | $23,165 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $769 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $56,150 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 2.8% |
| 22% below US avg |
| Poverty Rate | 14.0% |
| 13% above US avg |
| Establishments (County) | 484 |
| County GDP | $535M |
Business (County)
| Restaurants | 23 |
| Healthcare | 26 |
| Retail | 45 |
| Manufacturing | 28 |
Tax & Cost of Living
| Property Tax (IRS) | $2,760 |
| 21% below US avg |
| Effective Tax Rate | 1.55% |
Commute & Transportation
| Commute Time | 25.4 min |
| Work from Home | 16.7% |
The median home value in Stuart is $177,700, 37% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $564 (52% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $181,232.
Home Values
| Census Median | $177,700 |
| 37% below US avg |
| Zillow ZHVI | $181,232 |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
Rental Costs
| Census Median Rent | $564 |
| 52% below US avg |
HUD Fair Market Rent
| Studio | $1,137 |
| 1 Bedroom | $1,181 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1,369 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,787 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $2,126 |
Ownership & Property
Property Tax
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $2,760 |
| 21% below US avg |
| Effective Rate | 1.55% |
In Stuart, 41.0% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 25.5% report depression. 27.9% are physically inactive.
Health Metrics: Stuart vs U.S. Average (%)
Chronic Conditions
| Obesity | 41.0% |
| 28% above US avg |
| Diabetes | 12.0% |
| Heart Disease | 6.4% |
| High Blood Pressure | 34.5% |
| Asthma | 11.4% |
| COPD | 8.1% |
| Stroke | 3.5% |
Behaviors & Mental Health
| |
| Binge Drinking | 16.1% |
| Physical Inactivity | 27.9% |
| Depression | 25.5% |
| Mental Distress | 20.3% |
| Physical Distress | 15.5% |
Healthcare Access
| Insurance Rate | 96.2% |
| |
| Checkup Rate | 75.6% |
| Premature Death | 13,655/100K |
Food & Exercise
| Food Environment | 8.1/10 |
| Exercise Access | 32.1% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 26 |
Crime Rates: Stuart vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)
Traffic Safety
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 6 |
Safety Score
Stuart has an average annual temperature of 56°F (13°C). Winters average 37°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. Annual precipitation is 52.3 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 35.
Temperature
37°F Jan (3°C)
75°F Jul (24°C)
| Annual Average | 56.1°F |
| 4% above US avg |
| January Average | 37°F (3°C) |
| July Average | 75°F (24°C) |
Precipitation & Snow
| Annual Rainfall | 52.3 inches |
| 38% above US avg |
| Snowfall | 6.4 inches/yr |
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 35.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Geography
| Elevation | 1,276 ft (389 m) |
| Area | 3.0 sq mi (7.9 km²) |
| Population Density | 553/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 36.6404°N, 80.2686°W |
| County FIPS | 51141 |