West Lealman, FL

Florida · Metropolitan Area

West Lealman is a small city in Florida with a population of 15,560. Residents earn $48,965 per year, which is 35% below the national average.

3.7 /5.0
B+ Good
15,560 Population 4,940/sq mi density
$48,965 Median Income $32,668 per capita
$162,800 Home Value
$1,170 Median Rent
74°F Avg Temperature
B+
Overall
3.7 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.6 / 5.0
$48,965 median income, 2.7% unemployment
A+
Affordability
4.8 / 5.0
$162,800 home value, $1,170/mo rent
C+
Education
2.6 / 5.0
19.5% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $48,965
35% lower than US avg
Home Value $162,800
42% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 19.5%
42% lower than US avg
Median Rent $1,170
1% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 34.3%
7% higher than US avg
Unemployment 2.7%
25% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 11.4%
8% lower than US avg

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

People

Population15,560
Median Age55.8 yrs
Density4,940/mi²
Male / Female48% / 52%
Largest GroupWhite 80%

Economy

B+
Median Income$48,965
Per Capita$32,668
Unemployment2.7%
Poverty11.4%
County GDP$78,131M
Commute29 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$162,800
Rent$1,170
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity34.3%
UninsuredN/A
Depression22.3%
Heart Disease6.7%

Climate

Avg Temp74°F
AQI41 (Good)
Rain53.6 in/yr
Elevation13 ft

Education

C+
Bachelor's+19.5%
High School+85.5%
School Score5.60

Community

2024 VoteR 52% / D 47%
Commute29 min
Libraries27

Is West Lealman a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, West Lealman receives an overall livability score of 3.7 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes. West Lealman offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in West Lealman is $48,965, 35% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.7%. 11.4% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 29 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in West Lealman is $162,800, 42% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $1,170 per month. A price-to-income ratio of 3.3x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Education

19.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 85.5% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.6/10.

Climate & Weather

West Lealman has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 74°F. Winters average 62°F in January while summers reach 83°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 53.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

West Lealman has a population of 15,560 with a density of 4,940 people per square mile. The median age is 55.8 years, 43% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (80.3%), with 1.4% Hispanic, 3.8% Black.

Population

15,560
Total Population
4,940
People / sq mi
55.8yrs
Median Age
43% above US avg
3.2mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 48%
Female 52%

Race & Ethnicity

West Lealman vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

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

Social Characteristics

West Lealman vs U.S. Average

The median household income in West Lealman is $48,965, which is 35% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 2.7% (below the 3.6% US average). 11.4% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 29 minutes.

Income: West Lealman vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$48,965
35% below US avg
Per Capita Income$32,668
Avg Weekly Wage$1,298
IRS Avg AGI$101,044

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.7%
25% below US avg
Poverty Rate11.4%
8% below US avg
Establishments (County)41,518
County GDP$78,131M

Business (County)

Restaurants2,553
Healthcare3,955
Retail3,778
Manufacturing1,058

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$8,984
157% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate5.52%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time28.7 min
Work from Home9.1%

Walkability

The median home value in West Lealman is $162,800, 42% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,170 (1% above US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$162,800
42% below US avg
Median List Price$224,500

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$224,500
$/Sq Ft$215
Homes Sold12
Sale-to-List Ratio94.4%
Price Drops35.8%
Inventory123

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,170
1% 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-Occupied77.2%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$8,984
157% above US avg
Effective Rate5.52%
In West Lealman, 34.3% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 22.3% report depression. 27.9% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity34.3%
7% above US avg
Diabetes11.7%
Heart Disease6.7%
High Blood Pressure32.1%
Asthma10.2%
COPD8.4%
Stroke3.5%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking17.6%
Physical Inactivity27.9%
Depression22.3%
Mental Distress20.2%
Physical Distress15.5%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate85.0%
Checkup Rate74.1%
Premature Death9,370/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.2/10
Exercise Access98.3%
Healthcare Facilities3,955

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)116

Safety Score

West Lealman has an average annual temperature of 74°F (23°C). Winters average 62°F in January while summers reach 83°F in July. Annual precipitation is 53.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Temperature

62°F Jan (16°C) 83°F Jul (28°C)
Annual Average73.9°F
37% above US avg
January Average62°F (16°C)
July Average83°F (28°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall53.6 inches
41% above US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median41.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation13 ft (4 m)
Area3.2 sq mi (8.2 km²)
Population Density4,940/sq mi
Coordinates27.8199°N, 82.7389°W
County FIPS12103
It is classified as Metro — 1 million+. 19.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (42% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 5.2-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 52.1%
D 46.9%

Winner: Republican by 5.2 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+19.5%
42% below US avg
High School+85.5%
School Test Score5.60
C+ Education Grade (2.6/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 1Metro — 1 million+
Population Density4,940/sq mi
Total Area3.2 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries27
Healthcare Facilities3,955
Restaurants2,553
Retail Stores3,778

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)116

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute28.7 min
Work from Home9.1%

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