Median Income
$34,609
54% lower than US avg
Home Value
$54,000
81% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+
8.9%
74% lower than US avg
Median Rent
$898
23% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate
57.1%
78% higher than US avg
Unemployment
10.5%
192% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate
45.3%
265% higher than US avg
How Venice Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Population1,682
Median Age40.4 yrs
Density909/mi²
Male / Female42% / 58%
Largest GroupWhite 5%
Economy
F
Median Income$34,609
Per Capita$22,654
Unemployment10.5%
Poverty45.3%
County GDP$40,403M
Commute21 min
Housing
A+
Home Value$54,000
Rent$898
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$33,685
Health
Obesity57.1%
UninsuredN/A
Depression20.1%
Heart Disease8.0%
Climate
Avg Temp58°F
AQI43 (Good)
Rain43.9 in/yr
Elevation411 ft
Education
D
Bachelor's+8.9%
High School+84.7%
School Score5.34
Community
2024 VoteR 17% / D 81%
Commute21 min
Libraries16
Is Venice a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, Venice receives an overall livability score of 2.7 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include affordable housing. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes. Venice has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.
Economy & Jobs
The median household income in Venice is $34,609, 54% below the national average of $75,149. At 10.5%, unemployment is notably high. The poverty rate of 45.3% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 21 minutes.
Cost of Living & Housing
The median home value in Venice is $54,000, 81% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $898 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.6x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.
Education
8.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 84.7% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.3/10.
Climate & Weather
Venice enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 58°F. Winters average 33°F in January while summers reach 81°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 43.9 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.
Venice has a population of 1,682 with a density of 909 people per square mile. The median age is 40.4 years, 4% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly Black (85%), with 4.8% White, 8.1% Hispanic.
Population
40.4yrs
Median Age
4% above US avg
Language Spoken at Home
| English Only | 98.3% |
| 25% above US avg |
| Spanish | 1.7% |
| 87% below US avg |
The median household income in Venice is $34,609, which is 54% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 10.5% (above the 3.6% US average). 45.3% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 21 minutes.
Income
| Median HH Income | $34,609 |
| 54% below US avg |
| Per Capita Income | $22,654 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $1,519 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $63,224 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 10.5% |
| 192% above US avg |
| Poverty Rate | 45.3% |
| 265% above US avg |
| Establishments (County) | 15,318 |
| County GDP | $40,403M |
Business (County)
| Restaurants | 1,029 |
| Healthcare | 2,212 |
| Retail | 810 |
| Manufacturing | 366 |
Tax & Cost of Living
| Property Tax (IRS) | $4,881 |
| 39% above US avg |
| Effective Tax Rate | 9.04% |
Commute & Transportation
| Commute Time | 21.3 min |
| Work from Home | 1.3% |
The median home value in Venice is $54,000, 81% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $898 (23% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $33,685.
Home Values
| Census Median | $54,000 |
| 81% below US avg |
| Zillow ZHVI | $33,685 |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
Rental Costs
| Census Median Rent | $898 |
| 23% below US avg |
HUD Fair Market Rent
| Studio | $774 |
| 1 Bedroom | $854 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1,063 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,370 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,561 |
Ownership & Property
Property Tax
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $4,881 |
| 39% above US avg |
| Effective Rate | 9.04% |
In Venice, 57.1% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 20.1% report depression. 41.5% are physically inactive.
Health Metrics: Venice vs U.S. Average (%)
Chronic Conditions
| Obesity | 57.1% |
| 78% above US avg |
| Diabetes | 21.5% |
| Heart Disease | 8.0% |
| High Blood Pressure | 50.5% |
| Asthma | 14.2% |
| COPD | 11.2% |
| Stroke | 6.6% |
Behaviors & Mental Health
| |
| Binge Drinking | 11.4% |
| Physical Inactivity | 41.5% |
| Depression | 20.1% |
| Mental Distress | 23.5% |
| Physical Distress | 19.0% |
Healthcare Access
| Insurance Rate | 90.2% |
| |
| Checkup Rate | 81.8% |
| Premature Death | 15,768/100K |
Food & Exercise
| Food Environment | 7.6/10 |
| Exercise Access | 98.2% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 2,212 |
Crime Rates: Venice vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)
Traffic Safety
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 71 |
Safety Score
Venice has an average annual temperature of 58°F (14°C). Winters average 33°F in January while summers reach 81°F in July. Annual precipitation is 43.9 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.
Temperature
33°F Jan (0°C)
81°F Jul (27°C)
| Annual Average | 58.0°F |
| 7% above US avg |
| January Average | 33°F (0°C) |
| July Average | 81°F (27°C) |
Precipitation & Snow
| Annual Rainfall | 43.9 inches |
| 16% above US avg |
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 43.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Geography
| Elevation | 411 ft (125 m) |
| Area | 1.9 sq mi (4.8 km²) |
| Population Density | 909/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 38.6720°N, 90.1693°W |
| County FIPS | 29510 |