Florida · Metropolitan Area
Wildwood is a small city in Florida with a population of 16,739. Residents earn $71,858 per year, which is 4% below the national average.
Based on current data, Wildwood receives an overall livability score of 3.1 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low unemployment, a highly educated population. Areas to be aware of include elevated crime rates, high housing costs. Wildwood offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.
The median household income in Wildwood is $71,858, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 3.0%, indicating a healthy job market. 10.5% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 23 minutes.
The median home value in Wildwood is $419,700, 49% above the national median. Renters pay a median of $1,578 per month, significantly above the national average of $1,163. The price-to-income ratio of 5.8x means housing costs are stretched relative to local earnings.
With 728 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 2,594 per 100,000, 32% above the national average.
Educational attainment is solid, with 38.0% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 93.7% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.6/10.
Wildwood 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.
| English Only | 93.6% |
| 19% above US avg | |
| Spanish | 6.4% |
| 52% below US avg |
| Median HH Income | $71,858 |
| 4% below US avg | |
| Per Capita Income | $49,348 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $1,113 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $94,619 |
| Unemployment | 3.0% |
| 17% below US avg | |
| Poverty Rate | 10.5% |
| 15% below US avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 2,697 |
| County GDP | $7,559M |
| Restaurants | 191 |
| Healthcare | 271 |
| Retail | 282 |
| Manufacturing | 46 |
| Property Tax (IRS) | $6,495 |
| 86% above US avg | |
| Effective Tax Rate | 1.55% |
| Commute Time | 22.6 min |
| Work from Home | 13.5% |
| Census Median | $419,700 |
| 49% above US avg | |
| Zillow ZHVI | $291,770 |
| Median List Price | $369,000 |
| Median List Price | $369,000 |
| $/Sq Ft | $233 |
| Homes Sold | 35 |
| Sale-to-List Ratio | 97.3% |
| Price Drops | 35.9% |
| Inventory | 231 |
| Census Median Rent | $1,578 |
| 36% above US avg | |
| Zillow Rent (ZORI) | $1,571 |
| Studio | $1,212 |
| 1 Bedroom | $1,296 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1,526 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,971 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $2,261 |
| Owner-Occupied | 73.9% |
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $6,495 |
| 86% above US avg | |
| Effective Rate | 1.55% |
| Obesity | 32.1% |
| 0% below US avg | |
| Diabetes | 9.2% |
| Heart Disease | 5.1% |
| High Blood Pressure | 29.6% |
| Asthma | 10.0% |
| COPD | 5.7% |
| Stroke | 2.7% |
| Binge Drinking | 17.1% |
| Physical Inactivity | 21.2% |
| Depression | 18.1% |
| Mental Distress | 17.5% |
| Physical Distress | 12.4% |
| Insurance Rate | 89.3% |
| Checkup Rate | 77.8% |
| Premature Death | 10,415/100K |
| Food Environment | 8.1/10 |
| Exercise Access | 89.3% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 271 |
| Total Violent | 728.2/100K |
| 92% above US avg | |
| Murder | 0.0/100K |
| 100% below US avg | |
| Rape | 75.9/100K |
| Robbery | 91.0/100K |
| Assault | 561.3/100K |
| Total Property | 2,594.1/100K |
| 32% above US avg | |
| Burglary | 1,016.4/100K |
| Theft | 1,471.5/100K |
| Vehicle Theft | 106.2/100K |
| Arson | 0.0/100K |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 33 |
| Safety Grade | F |
| Safety Score | 1.0 / 5.0 |
| Annual Average | 69.6°F |
| 29% above US avg | |
| January Average | 56°F (13°C) |
| July Average | 80°F (27°C) |
| AQI Median | 41.0 |
| Rating | Good |
| Elevation | 58 ft (18 m) |
| Area | 58.3 sq mi (151.0 km²) |
| Population Density | 287/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 28.8058°N, 82.0073°W |
| County FIPS | 12119 |
Winner: Republican by 37.6 points
| Bachelor's Degree+ | 38.0% |
| 13% above US avg | |
| High School+ | 93.7% |
| School Test Score | 5.60 |
| RUCC Code 3 | Metro — under 250K |
| Population Density | 287/sq mi |
| Total Area | 58.3 sq mi |
| EV Charging Stations | 8 |
| Alt Fuel Stations | 10 |
| Public Libraries | 5 |
| Healthcare Facilities | 271 |
| Restaurants | 191 |
| Retail Stores | 282 |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 33 |
| Avg Commute | 22.6 min |
| Work from Home | 13.5% |