Cost of Living in North Brooksville, FL

Population 4,082 · Florida · Data vintage 2023

57
Cost Index
(100 = US avg)
Page updated: · Data vintage: 2023 ACS 5-Year
Sources: Census ACS·BLS·NOAA·EPA·Zillow · Methodology

Buyers in North Brooksville can reasonably expect a home to cost less than three years of household income — $178,000 against $64,679 in typical earnings — a ratio that has collapsed to 5:1 or worse in much of the country. At 6.5%, the local unemployment rate runs well above the US figure, pointing to structural rather than cyclical labor-market issues.

Located 14 miles northeast of Spring Hill, North Brooksville falls within that metro's commuting orbit. Median home values run roughly 29% lower than Spring Hill's $248,000.

Cost Overview

Housing 58
Rent 56

Scale: 100 = US national average. Green < 90, Red > 110.

About the Cost of Living in North Brooksville

The median home value in North Brooksville is $177,500 — 42% below the national median of $305,000. Median rent runs $732/month, 44% lower than the national median of $1,314/month. The median household income of $64,679/year is 13% lower than the US median of $74,580. The local unemployment rate is 6.5%, above the national average of 4.8%. Florida charges no state income tax, a meaningful advantage for take-home pay. The climate averages highs of 82.5°F and lows of 58.9°F. Overall, North Brooksville has a cost of living index of 57 versus the US average of 100, meaning it is 43% less expensive.

🏠 Housing

Median Home Value
$177,500
42% below avg
Median Rent
$732/mo
44% below avg
Price-to-Rent Ratio
20.2x
Favors renting
Property Tax Rate
0.9%
Effective rate

HUD Fair Market Rents by Bedroom

Studio
$1,085
1 BR
$1,181
2 BR
$1,427
3 BR
$1,797
4 BR
$2,099
Owner-occupied 75.3%
Renter-occupied 24.7%

💰 Estimated Monthly Budget

Rent median rent
$732
Groceries national estimate
$400
Utilities local estimate
$88
Transportation local gas prices
$126
Estimated Total $1,346/mo

Estimates based on median data and national averages. Actual costs vary.

🛒 Food & Groceries

National BLS average prices (2023). Local prices may vary.

🥚
Eggs (dozen)
$0.548
🍞
White Bread (lb)
$1.912
🥩
Ground Beef (lb)
$5.61

🚗 Transportation

Avg Commute
28.0 min
4% above avg
Gas Price
$3.145/gal
0% below avg
Work From Home
16.9%

Commute Mode

Drove alone
67.2%
Carpooled
14.9%
Work from home
16.9%

Utilities

Electricity
$0.176/kWh
0% below avg

📋 Taxes

State Income Tax (flat) None
Total Sales Tax 7.0%
State rate 6.0%
Avg local rate 1.1%
Property Tax 0.9%

💼 Income & Employment

Median Household Income
$64,679
13% below avg
Per Capita Income
$24,926
Unemployment Rate
6.5%
35% above avg
Poverty Rate
19.6%
Labor Force Participation
46.4%

🎓 Education

Bachelor's degree+ 11.2%
Graduate degree 3.3%

👥 Demographics

Median Age 43.8
Male median age 40.9
Female median age 45.5

🌤 Climate

NOAA 1991–2020 Climate Normals

Avg High
82.5°F
Avg Low
58.9°F
Annual Precip
51.9"
40° 55° 70° 85° 100° JFMAMJJASOND High Low Precip
Month JanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDec
High °F 717478838890919190857873
Low °F 444851566370727270625248
Precip" 3.012.572.662.183.357.919.418.125.792.791.592.56

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the cost of living in North Brooksville, FL?

North Brooksville has a cost index of 57 (100 = national average). It is 43% below the national average.

What is average rent in North Brooksville, FL?

The median gross rent in North Brooksville is $732 per month based on 2023 Census data.

What is the average home price in North Brooksville?

The median home value in North Brooksville is $177,500 according to 2023 Census ACS data.

What is the median income in North Brooksville?

The median household income in North Brooksville is $64,679 per year (2023 ACS 5-year estimates).

What is the sales tax in North Brooksville, FL?

The combined state and local sales tax rate in North Brooksville is 7.0%. Florida has no state income tax.

Is North Brooksville, FL affordable?

Yes, North Brooksville is generally considered affordable, with a cost of living index of 57 — about 43% below the US national average of 100.

What is the weather like in North Brooksville?

North Brooksville has average high temperatures of 82.5°F and average lows of 58.9°F. Annual precipitation is 51.9". Data from NOAA 1991–2020 Climate Normals.

North Brooksville at a Glance

Population
4,082
Median Income
$64,679
Home Value
$177,500
Median Rent
$732/mo
Unemployment
6.5%
Avg High Temp
82.5°F
Sales Tax
7.0%
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