Zellwood, FL

Florida · Metropolitan Area

Zellwood is a small town in Florida with a population of 2,484. Residents earn $61,875 per year, which is 18% below the national average.

3.8 /5.0
B+ Good
2,484 Population 661/sq mi density
$61,875 Median Income $38,984 per capita
$157,600 Home Value $328,891 Zillow
N/A Median Rent
71°F Avg Temperature
B+
Overall
3.8 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.2 / 5.0
$61,875 median income, 0.5% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$157,600 home value
C
Education
2.2 / 5.0
14.7% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $61,875
18% lower than US avg
Home Value $157,600
44% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 14.7%
56% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 32.4%
1% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.5%
86% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 3.6%
71% lower than US avg

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

People

Population2,484
Median Age65.6 yrs
Density661/mi²
Male / Female48% / 52%
Largest GroupWhite 80%

Economy

A
Median Income$61,875
Per Capita$38,984
Unemployment0.5%
Poverty3.6%
County GDP$17,949M
Commute23 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$157,600
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$328,891

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity32.4%
UninsuredN/A
Depression18.5%
Heart Disease5.6%

Climate

Avg Temp71°F
AQI41 (Good)
Rain54.3 in/yr
Elevation117 ft

Education

C
Bachelor's+14.7%
High School+87.2%
School Score5.60

Community

2024 VoteR 62% / D 37%
Commute23 min
Libraries16

Is Zellwood a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Zellwood receives an overall livability score of 3.8 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. Zellwood offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Zellwood is $61,875, 18% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.5%. Only 3.6% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 23 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Zellwood is $157,600, 44% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. At just 2.5x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

14.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 87.2% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.6/10.

Climate & Weather

Zellwood has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 71°F. Winters average 58°F in January while summers reach 83°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 54.3 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Zellwood has a population of 2,484 with a density of 661 people per square mile. The median age is 65.6 years, 69% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (79.7%), with 12.7% Hispanic.

Population

2,484
Total Population
661
People / sq mi
65.6yrs
Median Age
69% above US avg
3.8mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 47.6%
Female 52.4%

Race & Ethnicity

Zellwood vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only83.1%
6% above US avg
Spanish16.9%
26% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Zellwood vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Zellwood is $61,875, which is 18% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.5% (below the 3.6% US average). 3.6% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 23 minutes.

Income: Zellwood vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$61,875
18% below US avg
Per Capita Income$38,984
Avg Weekly Wage$1,021
IRS Avg AGI$74,874

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.5%
86% below US avg
Poverty Rate3.6%
71% below US avg
Establishments (County)10,822
County GDP$17,949M

Business (County)

Restaurants679
Healthcare1,072
Retail1,126
Manufacturing196

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$5,605
60% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate3.56%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time23.3 min
Work from Home9.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Zellwood is $157,600, 44% below the national average. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $328,891.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$157,600
44% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$328,891
Median List Price$399,900

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$399,900
$/Sq Ft$163
Homes Sold2
Sale-to-List Ratio87.6%
Price Drops18.2%
Inventory11

Rental Costs

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-Occupied91.2%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$5,605
60% above US avg
Effective Rate3.56%
In Zellwood, 32.4% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 18.5% report depression. 22.6% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity32.4%
1% above US avg
Diabetes9.8%
Heart Disease5.6%
High Blood Pressure29.8%
Asthma9.3%
COPD6.0%
Stroke2.9%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking16.7%
Physical Inactivity22.6%
Depression18.5%
Mental Distress17.1%
Physical Distress13.1%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate98.6%
Checkup Rate74.7%
Premature Death9,159/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.6/10
Exercise Access83.8%
Healthcare Facilities1,072

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)65

Safety Score

Zellwood has an average annual temperature of 71°F (22°C). Winters average 58°F in January while summers reach 83°F in July. Annual precipitation is 54.3 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Temperature

58°F Jan (14°C) 83°F Jul (28°C)
Annual Average71.2°F
32% above US avg
January Average58°F (14°C)
July Average83°F (28°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall54.3 inches
43% above US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median41.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation117 ft (36 m)
Area3.8 sq mi (9.7 km²)
Population Density661/sq mi
Coordinates28.7219°N, 81.5732°W
County FIPS12069
It is classified as Metro — 1 million+. 14.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (56% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 24.7-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 62%
D 37.3%

Winner: Republican by 24.7 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+14.7%
56% below US avg
High School+87.2%
School Test Score5.60
C Education Grade (2.2/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 1Metro — 1 million+
Population Density661/sq mi
Total Area3.8 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries16
Healthcare Facilities1,072
Restaurants679
Retail Stores1,126

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)65

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute23.3 min
Work from Home9.0%

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