Florida · Metropolitan Area
Tavares is a small city in Florida with a population of 19,738. Residents earn $57,644 per year, which is 23% below the national average.
Based on current data, Tavares receives an overall livability score of 3.1 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include elevated crime rates, below-average incomes. Tavares offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.
The median household income in Tavares is $57,644, 23% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.5%. Only 6.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 26 minutes.
The median home value in Tavares is $225,500, 20% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $1,409 per month, significantly above the national average of $1,163. A price-to-income ratio of 3.9x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.
The violent crime rate of 510 per 100,000 is above the national average of 380 — something for prospective residents to consider. Property crime occurs at a rate of 2,755 per 100,000, 41% above the national average.
24.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 88.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.6/10.
Tavares has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 73°F. Winters average 59°F in January while summers reach 83°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 43.8 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.
| English Only | 86.2% |
| 10% above US avg | |
| Spanish | 13.8% |
| 3% above US avg |
| Median HH Income | $57,644 |
| 23% below US avg | |
| Per Capita Income | $37,707 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $1,021 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $74,874 |
| Unemployment | 1.5% |
| 58% below US avg | |
| Poverty Rate | 6.0% |
| 52% below US avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 10,822 |
| County GDP | $17,949M |
| Restaurants | 679 |
| Healthcare | 1,072 |
| Retail | 1,126 |
| Manufacturing | 196 |
| Property Tax (IRS) | $5,605 |
| 60% above US avg | |
| Effective Tax Rate | 2.49% |
| Commute Time | 26.0 min |
| Work from Home | 5.7% |
| Census Median | $225,500 |
| 20% below US avg | |
| Zillow ZHVI | $310,653 |
| Median List Price | $350,000 |
| Median List Price | $350,000 |
| $/Sq Ft | $188 |
| Homes Sold | 26 |
| Sale-to-List Ratio | 95.3% |
| Price Drops | 25.9% |
| Inventory | 170 |
| Census Median Rent | $1,409 |
| 21% above US avg | |
| Zillow Rent (ZORI) | $2,150 |
| Studio | $1,212 |
| 1 Bedroom | $1,296 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1,526 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,971 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $2,261 |
| Owner-Occupied | 75.2% |
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $5,605 |
| 60% above US avg | |
| Effective Rate | 2.49% |
| Obesity | 36.5% |
| 14% above US avg | |
| Diabetes | 11.4% |
| Heart Disease | 6.0% |
| High Blood Pressure | 32.2% |
| Asthma | 10.3% |
| COPD | 7.0% |
| Stroke | 3.2% |
| Binge Drinking | 17.1% |
| Physical Inactivity | 25.0% |
| Depression | 19.3% |
| Mental Distress | 18.9% |
| Physical Distress | 14.2% |
| Insurance Rate | 91.4% |
| Checkup Rate | 75.7% |
| Premature Death | 9,159/100K |
| Food Environment | 7.6/10 |
| Exercise Access | 83.8% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 1,072 |
| Total Violent | 509.7/100K |
| 34% above US avg | |
| Murder | 20.7/100K |
| 228% above US avg | |
| Rape | 27.6/100K |
| Robbery | 13.8/100K |
| Assault | 447.7/100K |
| Total Property | 2,755.2/100K |
| 41% above US avg | |
| Burglary | 1,074.5/100K |
| Theft | 1,474.0/100K |
| Vehicle Theft | 206.6/100K |
| Arson | 6.9/100K |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 65 |
| Safety Grade | F |
| Safety Score | 1.0 / 5.0 |
| Annual Average | 72.8°F |
| 35% above US avg | |
| January Average | 59°F (15°C) |
| July Average | 83°F (28°C) |
| Annual Rainfall | 43.8 inches |
| 15% above US avg |
| AQI Median | 41.0 |
| Rating | Good |
| Elevation | 62 ft (19 m) |
| Area | 12.3 sq mi (32.0 km²) |
| Population Density | 1,600/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 28.7659°N, 81.7564°W |
| County FIPS | 12069 |
Winner: Republican by 24.7 points
| Bachelor's Degree+ | 24.8% |
| 26% below US avg | |
| High School+ | 88.0% |
| School Test Score | 5.60 |
| RUCC Code 1 | Metro — 1 million+ |
| Population Density | 1,600/sq mi |
| Total Area | 12.3 sq mi |
| EV Charging Stations | 4 |
| Alt Fuel Stations | 4 |
| Public Libraries | 16 |
| Healthcare Facilities | 1,072 |
| Restaurants | 679 |
| Retail Stores | 1,126 |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 65 |
| Avg Commute | 26.0 min |
| Work from Home | 5.7% |