West Park, FL

Florida · Metropolitan Area

West Park is a small city in Florida with a population of 15,076. Residents earn $58,825 per year, which is 22% below the national average.

2.4 /5.0
C Fair
15,076 Population 6,853/sq mi density
$58,825 Median Income $29,528 per capita
$324,000 Home Value $418,249 Zillow
$1,731 Median Rent
76°F Avg Temperature
798 Violent Crime/100K 3,455 property/100K
C
Overall
2.4 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.0 / 5.0
$58,825 median income, 7.2% unemployment
B+
Affordability
3.6 / 5.0
$324,000 home value, $1,731/mo rent
F
Safety
1.0 / 5.0
798 violent crimes/100K (110% above avg)
C
Education
2.2 / 5.0
15.4% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $58,825
22% lower than US avg
Home Value $324,000
15% higher than US avg
Violent Crime 798/100K
110% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 15.4%
54% lower than US avg
Median Rent $1,731
49% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 36.8%
15% higher than US avg
Unemployment 7.2%
100% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 13.4%
8% higher than US avg

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

People

Population15,076
Median Age35.9 yrs
Density6,853/mi²
Male / Female50% / 50%
Largest GroupWhite 22%

Economy

B
Median Income$58,825
Per Capita$29,528
Unemployment7.2%
Poverty13.4%
County GDP$260,837M
Commute33 min

Housing

B+
Home Value$324,000
Rent$1,731
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$418,249

Crime

F
Violent798/100K
Property3,455/100K
Murder0.0/100K
Assault510/100K
Burglary1,114/100K

Health

Obesity36.8%
UninsuredN/A
Depression16.1%
Heart Disease6.7%

Climate

Avg Temp76°F
AQI41 (Good)
Rain68.3 in/yr
Elevation8 ft

Education

C
Bachelor's+15.4%
High School+81.2%
School Score5.60

Community

2024 VoteR 55% / D 44%
Commute33 min
Libraries63

Is West Park a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, West Park receives an overall livability score of 2.4 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C. Areas to be aware of include elevated crime rates, above-average unemployment, below-average incomes. West Park has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in West Park is $58,825, 22% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate of 7.2% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. 13.4% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 33 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in West Park is $324,000, 15% above the national median. Renters pay a median of $1,731 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.

Safety & Crime

With 798 violent crimes per 100,000 residents, public safety is a notable concern — this is significantly above the national average of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 3,455 per 100,000, 76% above the national average.

Education

15.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 81.2% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.6/10.

Climate & Weather

West Park has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 76°F. Winters average 67°F in January while summers reach 83°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 68.3 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

West Park has a population of 15,076 with a density of 6,853 people per square mile. The median age is 35.9 years, 8% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly Black (53.3%), with 22.2% White.

Population

15,076
Total Population
6,853
People / sq mi
35.9yrs
Median Age
8% below US avg
2.2mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 50.2%
Female 49.8%

Race & Ethnicity

West Park vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only50.0%
36% below US avg
Spanish50.0%
273% above US avg

Social Characteristics

West Park vs U.S. Average

The median household income in West Park is $58,825, which is 22% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 7.2% (above the 3.6% US average). 13.4% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 33 minutes.

Income: West Park vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$58,825
22% below US avg
Per Capita Income$29,528
Avg Weekly Wage$1,492
IRS Avg AGI$111,222

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment7.2%
100% above US avg
Poverty Rate13.4%
8% above US avg
Establishments (County)123,309
County GDP$260,837M

Business (County)

Restaurants6,356
Healthcare11,061
Retail10,749
Manufacturing2,137

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$12,130
247% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate3.74%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time33.0 min
Work from Home7.3%

Walkability

The median home value in West Park is $324,000, 15% above the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,731 (49% above US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $418,249.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$324,000
15% above US avg
Zillow ZHVI$418,249
Median List Price$485,000

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$485,000
$/Sq Ft$334
Homes Sold10
Sale-to-List Ratio98.6%
Price Drops21.9%
Inventory64

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,731
49% above US avg
Zillow Rent (ZORI)$2,558

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-Occupied60.6%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$12,130
247% above US avg
Effective Rate3.74%
In West Park, 36.8% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 16.1% report depression. 33.9% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity36.8%
15% above US avg
Diabetes15.6%
Heart Disease6.7%
High Blood Pressure38.7%
Asthma10.6%
COPD7.4%
Stroke4.5%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking13.1%
Physical Inactivity33.9%
Depression16.1%
Mental Distress19.7%
Physical Distress16.1%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate79.4%
Checkup Rate78.3%
Premature Death6,314/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.3/10
Exercise Access98.5%
Healthcare Facilities11,061
West Park has a violent crime rate of 798 per 100,000 residents, 110% above the national average of 380. Property crime stands at 3,455 per 100,000 (76% above US avg). The murder rate is 0.0 per 100,000.

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

Violent Crime

Total Violent798.4/100K
110% above US avg
Murder0.0/100K
100% below US avg
Rape53.7/100K
Robbery234.8/100K
Assault509.9/100K

Property Crime

Total Property3,455.5/100K
76% above US avg
Burglary1,113.8/100K
Theft1,898.8/100K
Vehicle Theft442.8/100K
Arson13.4/100K

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)290

Safety Score

Safety GradeF
Safety Score1.0 / 5.0
West Park has an average annual temperature of 76°F (24°C). Winters average 67°F in January while summers reach 83°F in July. Annual precipitation is 68.3 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Temperature

67°F Jan (20°C) 83°F Jul (28°C)
Annual Average76.0°F
41% above US avg
January Average67°F (20°C)
July Average83°F (28°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall68.3 inches
80% above US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median41.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation8 ft (2 m)
Area2.2 sq mi (5.7 km²)
Population Density6,853/sq mi
Coordinates25.9787°N, 80.1810°W
County FIPS12086
It is classified as Metro — 1 million+. 15.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (54% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 11.5-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 55.4%
D 43.9%

Winner: Republican by 11.5 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+15.4%
54% below US avg
High School+81.2%
School Test Score5.60
C Education Grade (2.2/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 1Metro — 1 million+
Population Density6,853/sq mi
Total Area2.2 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries63
Healthcare Facilities11,061
Restaurants6,356
Retail Stores10,749

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)290
F Safety Grade (1.0/5.0)

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute33.0 min
Work from Home7.3%

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