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
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
65.6yrs
Median Age
69% above US avg
Language Spoken at Home
| English Only | 83.1% |
| 6% above US avg |
| Spanish | 16.9% |
| 26% above US avg |
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
| 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
| Unemployment | 0.5% |
| 86% below US avg |
| Poverty Rate | 3.6% |
| 71% below US avg |
| Establishments (County) | 10,822 |
| County GDP | $17,949M |
Business (County)
| Restaurants | 679 |
| Healthcare | 1,072 |
| Retail | 1,126 |
| Manufacturing | 196 |
Tax & Cost of Living
| Property Tax (IRS) | $5,605 |
| 60% above US avg |
| Effective Tax Rate | 3.56% |
Commute & Transportation
| Commute Time | 23.3 min |
| Work from Home | 9.0% |
The median home value in Zellwood is $157,600, 44% below the national average. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $328,891.
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 Sold | 2 |
| Sale-to-List Ratio | 87.6% |
| Price Drops | 18.2% |
| Inventory | 11 |
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
Property Tax
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $5,605 |
| 60% above US avg |
| Effective Rate | 3.56% |
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
| Obesity | 32.4% |
| 1% above US avg |
| Diabetes | 9.8% |
| Heart Disease | 5.6% |
| High Blood Pressure | 29.8% |
| Asthma | 9.3% |
| COPD | 6.0% |
| Stroke | 2.9% |
Behaviors & Mental Health
| |
| Binge Drinking | 16.7% |
| Physical Inactivity | 22.6% |
| Depression | 18.5% |
| Mental Distress | 17.1% |
| Physical Distress | 13.1% |
Healthcare Access
| Insurance Rate | 98.6% |
| |
| Checkup Rate | 74.7% |
| Premature Death | 9,159/100K |
Food & Exercise
| Food Environment | 7.6/10 |
| Exercise Access | 83.8% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 1,072 |
Crime Rates: Zellwood vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)
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 Average | 71.2°F |
| 32% above US avg |
| January Average | 58°F (14°C) |
| July Average | 83°F (28°C) |
Precipitation & Snow
| Annual Rainfall | 54.3 inches |
| 43% above US avg |
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 41.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Geography
| Elevation | 117 ft (36 m) |
| Area | 3.8 sq mi (9.7 km²) |
| Population Density | 661/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 28.7219°N, 81.5732°W |
| County FIPS | 12069 |