Cost of Living in South Brooksville, FL

Population 4,835 · Florida · Data vintage 2023

63
Cost Index
(100 = US avg)
Page updated: · Data vintage: 2023 ACS 5-Year
Sources: Census ACS·BLS·NOAA·EPA·Zillow · Methodology

South Brooksville sits on the smaller end of the Florida city distribution. That scale shapes the housing market, the labor pool, and the services available to residents in ways the data below makes visible.

South Brooksville sits roughly 6 miles east of Spring Hill — close enough that regional housing and labor patterns are shaped largely by the larger market. Median home values run roughly 50% lower than Spring Hill's $248,000.

Cost Overview

Housing 41
Rent 96

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

About the Cost of Living in South Brooksville

The median home value in South Brooksville is $124,000 — 59% below the national median of $305,000. Median rent runs $1,255/month, 4% lower than the national median of $1,314/month. The median household income of $58,849/year is 21% lower than the US median of $74,580. The local unemployment rate is 4.2%, below 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, South Brooksville has a cost of living index of 63 versus the US average of 100, meaning it is 37% less expensive.

🏠 Housing

Median Home Value
$124,000
59% below avg
Median Rent
$1,255/mo
4% below avg
Price-to-Rent Ratio
8.2x
Favors buying
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 67.1%
Renter-occupied 32.9%

💰 Estimated Monthly Budget

Rent median rent
$1,255
Groceries national estimate
$400
Utilities local estimate
$88
Transportation local gas prices
$126
Estimated Total $1,869/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
31.2 min
16% above avg
Gas Price
$3.145/gal
0% below avg
Work From Home
6.1%

Commute Mode

Drove alone
90.9%
Carpooled
1.1%
Walked
1.0%
Work from home
6.1%

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
$58,849
21% below avg
Per Capita Income
$29,353
Unemployment Rate
4.2%
13% below avg
Poverty Rate
9.7%
Labor Force Participation
55.5%

🎓 Education

Bachelor's degree+ 18.0%
Graduate degree 10.1%

👥 Demographics

Median Age 50.4
Male median age 49.5
Female median age 53.2

🌤 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 South Brooksville, FL?

South Brooksville has a cost index of 63 (100 = national average). It is 37% below the national average.

What is average rent in South Brooksville, FL?

The median gross rent in South Brooksville is $1,255 per month based on 2023 Census data.

What is the average home price in South Brooksville?

The median home value in South Brooksville is $124,000 according to 2023 Census ACS data.

What is the median income in South Brooksville?

The median household income in South Brooksville is $58,849 per year (2023 ACS 5-year estimates).

What is the sales tax in South Brooksville, FL?

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

Is South Brooksville, FL affordable?

Yes, South Brooksville is generally considered affordable, with a cost of living index of 63 — about 37% below the US national average of 100.

What is the weather like in South Brooksville?

South 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.

South Brooksville at a Glance

Population
4,835
Median Income
$58,849
Home Value
$124,000
Median Rent
$1,255/mo
Unemployment
4.2%
Avg High Temp
82.5°F
Sales Tax
7.0%
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