Webster, FL

Florida · Metropolitan Area

Webster is a small town in Florida with a population of 1,631. Residents earn $55,000 per year, which is 27% below the national average.

2.5 /5.0
C+ Fair
1,631 Population 650/sq mi density
$55,000 Median Income $26,798 per capita
$251,300 Home Value $299,179 Zillow
$705 Median Rent
70°F Avg Temperature
220 Violent Crime/100K 1,430 property/100K
C+
Overall
2.5 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.2 / 5.0
$55,000 median income, 1.5% unemployment
A
Affordability
4.1 / 5.0
$251,300 home value, $705/mo rent
F
Safety
1.0 / 5.0
220 violent crimes/100K (42% below avg)
D
Education
1.8 / 5.0
10.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $55,000
27% lower than US avg
Home Value $251,300
11% lower than US avg
Violent Crime 220/100K
42% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 10.0%
70% lower than US avg
Median Rent $705
39% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 38.7%
21% higher than US avg
Unemployment 1.5%
58% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 23.6%
90% higher than US avg

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

People

Population1,631
Median Age39.6 yrs
Density650/mi²
Male / Female51% / 49%
Largest GroupWhite 43%

Economy

B
Median Income$55,000
Per Capita$26,798
Unemployment1.5%
Poverty23.6%
County GDP$7,559M
Commute45 min

Housing

A
Home Value$251,300
Rent$705
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$299,179

Crime

F
Violent220/100K
Property1,430/100K
Murder0.0/100K
Assault220/100K
Burglary550/100K

Health

Obesity38.7%
UninsuredN/A
Depression18.2%
Heart Disease6.6%

Climate

Avg Temp70°F
AQI41 (Good)
Elevation88 ft

Education

D
Bachelor's+10.0%
High School+77.9%
School Score5.60

Community

2024 VoteR 69% / D 31%
Commute45 min
Libraries5

Is Webster a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Webster receives an overall livability score of 2.5 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include low unemployment, low crime rates, affordable housing. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes, long commute times. Webster has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Webster is $55,000, 27% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.5%. The poverty rate of 23.6% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 45 minutes, longer than the typical American commute of 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Webster is $251,300, 11% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $705 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. A price-to-income ratio of 4.6x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Safety & Crime

Violent crime in Webster is below the national average at 220 per 100,000 residents (U.S. avg: 380). Property crime occurs at a rate of 1,430 per 100,000, 27% below the national average.

Education

10.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 77.9% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.6/10.

Climate & Weather

Webster enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 70°F. Winters average 56°F in January while summers reach 80°F in July. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Webster has a population of 1,631 with a density of 650 people per square mile. The median age is 39.6 years, 2% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (43.2%), with 1.4% Hispanic, 14% Black.

Population

1,631
Total Population
650
People / sq mi
39.6yrs
Median Age
2% above US avg
2.5mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 51.3%
Female 48.7%

Race & Ethnicity

Webster vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only76.9%
2% below US avg
Spanish23.1%
72% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Webster vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Webster is $55,000, which is 27% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 1.5% (below the 3.6% US average). 23.6% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 45 minutes.

Income: Webster vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$55,000
27% below US avg
Per Capita Income$26,798
Avg Weekly Wage$1,113
IRS Avg AGI$94,619

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.5%
58% below US avg
Poverty Rate23.6%
90% above US avg
Establishments (County)2,697
County GDP$7,559M

Business (County)

Restaurants191
Healthcare271
Retail282
Manufacturing46

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$6,495
86% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate2.58%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time44.6 min
Work from Home1.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Webster is $251,300, 11% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $705 (39% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $299,179.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$251,300
11% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$299,179
Median List Price$749,900

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$749,900
$/Sq Ft$233
Homes Sold1
Sale-to-List Ratio90.3%
Price Drops33.3%
Inventory6

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$705
39% 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-Occupied66.8%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$6,495
86% above US avg
Effective Rate2.58%
In Webster, 38.7% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 18.2% report depression. 31.1% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity38.7%
21% above US avg
Diabetes13.5%
Heart Disease6.6%
High Blood Pressure35.1%
Asthma10.8%
COPD7.9%
Stroke3.9%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking15.1%
Physical Inactivity31.1%
Depression18.2%
Mental Distress20.1%
Physical Distress16.3%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate79.7%
Checkup Rate77.3%
Premature Death10,415/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.1/10
Exercise Access89.3%
Healthcare Facilities271
Webster has a violent crime rate of 220 per 100,000 residents, 42% below the national average of 380. Property crime stands at 1,430 per 100,000 (27% below US avg). The murder rate is 0.0 per 100,000.

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

Violent Crime

Total Violent220.0/100K
42% below US avg
Murder0.0/100K
100% below US avg
Rape0.0/100K
Robbery0.0/100K
Assault220.0/100K

Property Crime

Total Property1,430.1/100K
27% below US avg
Burglary550.1/100K
Theft770.1/100K
Vehicle Theft110.0/100K
Arson0.0/100K

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)33

Safety Score

Safety GradeF
Safety Score1.0 / 5.0
Webster has an average annual temperature of 70°F (21°C). Winters average 56°F in January while summers reach 80°F in July. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Temperature

56°F Jan (13°C) 80°F Jul (27°C)
Annual Average69.6°F
29% above US avg
January Average56°F (13°C)
July Average80°F (27°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Air Quality

AQI Median41.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation88 ft (27 m)
Area2.5 sq mi (6.5 km²)
Population Density650/sq mi
Coordinates28.6048°N, 82.0507°W
County FIPS12119
It is classified as Metro — under 250K. 10.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (70% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 37.6-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 68.6%
D 30.9%

Winner: Republican by 37.6 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+10.0%
70% below US avg
High School+77.9%
School Test Score5.60
D Education Grade (1.8/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 3Metro — under 250K
Population Density650/sq mi
Total Area2.5 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries5
Healthcare Facilities271
Restaurants191
Retail Stores282

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)33
F Safety Grade (1.0/5.0)

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute44.6 min
Work from Home1.0%

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