Wabasso, FL

Florida · Metropolitan Area

Wabasso is a small town in Florida with a population of 1,648. Residents earn $66,771 per year, which is 11% below the national average.

3.8 /5.0
B+ Good
1,648 Population 447/sq mi density
$66,771 Median Income $37,466 per capita
$413,600 Home Value
$944 Median Rent
74°F Avg Temperature
B+
Overall
3.8 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.3 / 5.0
$66,771 median income, 0.8% unemployment
B
Affordability
3.2 / 5.0
$413,600 home value, $944/mo rent
B+
Education
4.0 / 5.0
37.2% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $66,771
11% lower than US avg
Home Value $413,600
47% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 37.2%
10% higher than US avg
Median Rent $944
19% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 27.7%
14% lower than US avg
Unemployment 0.8%
78% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.0%
100% lower than US avg

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

People

Population1,648
Median Age51.7 yrs
Density447/mi²
Male / Female46% / 54%
Largest GroupWhite 44%

Economy

A
Median Income$66,771
Per Capita$37,466
Unemployment0.8%
Poverty0.0%
County GDP$11,152M
Commute14 min

Housing

B
Home Value$413,600
Rent$944
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity27.7%
UninsuredN/A
Depression17.3%
Heart Disease5.1%

Climate

Avg Temp74°F
AQI41 (Good)
Rain56.4 in/yr
Elevation44 ft

Education

B+
Bachelor's+37.2%
High School+95.7%
School Score5.60

Community

2024 VoteR 63% / D 36%
Commute14 min
Libraries5

Is Wabasso a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Wabasso receives an overall livability score of 3.8 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, a highly educated population, a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include high housing costs. Wabasso offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Wabasso is $66,771, 11% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.8%. Only 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 14 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Wabasso is $413,600, 47% above the national median. Renters pay a median of $944 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. The price-to-income ratio of 6.2x means housing costs are stretched relative to local earnings.

Education

Educational attainment is solid, with 37.2% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 95.7% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.6/10.

Climate & Weather

Wabasso has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 74°F. Winters average 64°F in January while summers reach 83°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 56.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Wabasso has a population of 1,648 with a density of 447 people per square mile. The median age is 51.7 years, 33% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (43.6%), with 29.2% Black.

Population

1,648
Total Population
447
People / sq mi
51.7yrs
Median Age
33% above US avg
3.7mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 46%
Female 54%

Race & Ethnicity

Wabasso vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only82.6%
5% above US avg
Spanish17.4%
30% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Wabasso vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Wabasso is $66,771, which is 11% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.8% (below the 3.6% US average). 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 14 minutes.

Income: Wabasso vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$66,771
11% below US avg
Per Capita Income$37,466
Avg Weekly Wage$1,115
IRS Avg AGI$146,925

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.8%
78% below US avg
Poverty Rate0.0%
100% below US avg
Establishments (County)5,868
County GDP$11,152M

Business (County)

Restaurants316
Healthcare560
Retail612
Manufacturing104

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$15,815
352% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate3.82%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time14.4 min
Work from Home21.7%

Walkability

The median home value in Wabasso is $413,600, 47% above the national average. Monthly rent averages $944 (19% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$413,600
47% above US avg
Median List Price$599,000

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$599,000
$/Sq Ft$212
Homes Sold5
Sale-to-List Ratio96.5%
Price Drops9.7%
Inventory31

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$944
19% below 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-Occupied65.8%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$15,815
352% above US avg
Effective Rate3.82%
In Wabasso, 27.7% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 17.3% report depression. 20.1% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Wabasso vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity27.7%
14% below US avg
Diabetes9.5%
Heart Disease5.1%
High Blood Pressure29.4%
Asthma9.5%
COPD5.1%
Stroke2.8%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking16.7%
Physical Inactivity20.1%
Depression17.3%
Mental Distress16.6%
Physical Distress11.5%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate96.1%
Checkup Rate77.0%
Premature Death9,380/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.3/10
Exercise Access86.8%
Healthcare Facilities560

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)23

Safety Score

Wabasso has an average annual temperature of 74°F (24°C). Winters average 64°F in January while summers reach 83°F in July. Annual precipitation is 56.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Temperature

64°F Jan (18°C) 83°F Jul (28°C)
Annual Average74.4°F
38% above US avg
January Average64°F (18°C)
July Average83°F (28°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall56.4 inches
48% above US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median41.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation44 ft (13 m)
Area3.7 sq mi (9.6 km²)
Population Density447/sq mi
Coordinates27.7503°N, 80.4434°W
County FIPS12061
It is classified as Metro — under 250K. 37.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (10% above US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 27.4-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 63.4%
D 36%

Winner: Republican by 27.4 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+37.2%
10% above US avg
High School+95.7%
School Test Score5.60
B+ Education Grade (4.0/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 3Metro — under 250K
Population Density447/sq mi
Total Area3.7 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries5
Healthcare Facilities560
Restaurants316
Retail Stores612

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)23

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute14.4 min
Work from Home21.7%

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