Viera West, FL

Florida · Metropolitan Area

Viera West is a small city in Florida with a population of 17,169. Residents earn $98,107 per year, which is 31% above the national average.

4.5 /5.0
A+ Excellent
17,169 Population 1,887/sq mi density
$98,107 Median Income $57,249 per capita
$539,000 Home Value
$2,080 Median Rent
73°F Avg Temperature
A+
Overall
4.5 / 5.0
Excellent overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
5.0 / 5.0
$98,107 median income, 1.7% unemployment
B+
Affordability
3.6 / 5.0
$539,000 home value, $2,080/mo rent
A+
Education
5.0 / 5.0
52.5% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $98,107
31% higher than US avg
Home Value $539,000
91% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 52.5%
56% higher than US avg
Median Rent $2,080
79% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 30.5%
5% lower than US avg
Unemployment 1.7%
53% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 1.0%
92% lower than US avg

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

People

Population17,169
Median Age45.1 yrs
Density1,887/mi²
Male / Female49% / 51%
Largest GroupWhite 74%

Economy

A+
Median Income$98,107
Per Capita$57,249
Unemployment1.7%
Poverty1.0%
County GDP$43,482M
Commute29 min

Housing

B+
Home Value$539,000
Rent$2,080
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity30.5%
UninsuredN/A
Depression19.2%
Heart Disease4.7%

Climate

Avg Temp73°F
AQI41 (Good)
Rain55.3 in/yr
Elevation24 ft

Education

A+
Bachelor's+52.5%
High School+97.4%
School Score5.60

Community

2024 VoteR 60% / D 39%
Commute29 min
Libraries18

Is Viera West a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Viera West receives an overall livability score of 4.5 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A+. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, low unemployment, a highly educated population, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include high housing costs. Viera West stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Viera West is $98,107, which is significantly higher than the national average — 31% above $75,149. This places Viera West among higher-income communities. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.7%. Only 1.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 29 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Viera West is $539,000, making it a premium housing market at 91% above the U.S. median of $281,900. Renters pay a median of $2,080 per month, significantly above the national average of $1,163. The price-to-income ratio of 5.5x means housing costs are stretched relative to local earnings.

Education

Viera West is a highly educated community — 52.5% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, well above the national average of 33.7%. 97.4% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.6/10.

Climate & Weather

Viera West has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 73°F. Winters average 61°F in January while summers reach 82°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 55.3 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Viera West has a population of 17,169 with a density of 1,887 people per square mile. The median age is 45.1 years, 16% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (73.8%), with 1.4% Hispanic, 4.1% Black.

Population

17,169
Total Population
1,887
People / sq mi
45.1yrs
Median Age
16% above US avg
9.1mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 49.1%
Female 50.9%

Race & Ethnicity

Viera West vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only85.0%
8% above US avg
Spanish15.0%
12% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Viera West vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Viera West is $98,107, which is 31% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 1.7% (below the 3.6% US average). 1.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 29 minutes.

Income: Viera West vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$98,107
31% above US avg
Per Capita Income$57,249
Avg Weekly Wage$1,309
IRS Avg AGI$81,586

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.7%
53% below US avg
Poverty Rate1.0%
92% below US avg
Establishments (County)18,850
County GDP$43,482M

Business (County)

Restaurants1,318
Healthcare1,814
Retail2,025
Manufacturing466

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$6,090
74% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate1.13%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time28.5 min
Work from Home14.1%

Walkability

The median home value in Viera West is $539,000, 91% above the national average. Monthly rent averages $2,080 (79% above US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$539,000
91% above US avg
Median List Price$590,000

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$590,000
$/Sq Ft$260
Homes Sold37
Sale-to-List Ratio97.7%
Price Drops37.0%
Inventory127

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$2,080
79% above US avg

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-Occupied77.1%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$6,090
74% above US avg
Effective Rate1.13%
In Viera West, 30.5% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 19.2% report depression. 18.0% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Viera West vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity30.5%
5% below US avg
Diabetes8.6%
Heart Disease4.7%
High Blood Pressure28.6%
Asthma9.3%
COPD4.7%
Stroke2.4%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking17.7%
Physical Inactivity18.0%
Depression19.2%
Mental Distress16.2%
Physical Distress10.8%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate96.2%
Checkup Rate76.1%
Premature Death10,703/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.6/10
Exercise Access82.8%
Healthcare Facilities1,814

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)96

Safety Score

Viera West has an average annual temperature of 73°F (23°C). Winters average 61°F in January while summers reach 82°F in July. Annual precipitation is 55.3 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Temperature

61°F Jan (16°C) 82°F Jul (28°C)
Annual Average72.9°F
35% above US avg
January Average61°F (16°C)
July Average82°F (28°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall55.3 inches
45% above US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median41.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation24 ft (7 m)
Area9.1 sq mi (23.6 km²)
Population Density1,887/sq mi
Coordinates28.2452°N, 80.7403°W
County FIPS12009
It is classified as Metro — 250K–1M. 52.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (56% above US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 20.8-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 59.9%
D 39.1%

Winner: Republican by 20.8 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+52.5%
56% above US avg
High School+97.4%
School Test Score5.60
A+ Education Grade (5.0/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 2Metro — 250K–1M
Population Density1,887/sq mi
Total Area9.1 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries18
Healthcare Facilities1,814
Restaurants1,318
Retail Stores2,025

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)96

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute28.5 min
Work from Home14.1%

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