What are the schools like in Dunnellon, FL?

Dunnellon is served primarily by MARION. The district operates 35 elementary schools, 10 middle schools, and 12 high schools with a student-to-teacher ratio of 18.6:1.

What is the median household income in Dunnellon?

The median household income in Dunnellon, FL is $34,930 according to the most recent US Census American Community Survey 5-year estimates. The unemployment rate is 6.1%.

What is the weather like in Dunnellon, FL?

Dunnellon has an average high temperature of 69.3°F in January and 90.6°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 55.1 inches.

Dunnellon, FL Cost of Living, Crime & Is It a Good Place to Live? (2026)

Q: Is Dunnellon, FL affordable or expensive?

Dunnellon's cost of living index is 96, where 100 represents the national average. This means Dunnellon is 4% less expensive than the average US city. The median home value is $149,200 and the median rent is $739 per month.

Q: What is the crime rate in Dunnellon, FL?

Dunnellon has a violent crime rate of 502.3 incidents per 100,000 residents and a property crime rate of 3465.6 per 100,000. The national average violent crime rate is approximately 380 per 100,000.

Is Dunnellon, FL a Good Place to Live?

Dunnellon is a small town of 2,337 in Florida, with a median household income of $34,930 and a 6.1% unemployment rate. Its cost of living index is 96 (US average = 100), which is 4% below the national average.

Strengths: Dunnellon stands out for an affordable cost of living, below-average home prices.

Trade-offs: Potential downsides include a higher-than-average crime index, longer commutes, an elevated unemployment rate. Whether Dunnellon is right for you depends on your priorities — the full breakdown is below.

All Dunnellon city data on this page comes from official government sources — the US Census Bureau, FBI, NCES, BEA, and NOAA — updated annually.

Cost of Living

Index: 95.5

Dunnellon's overall cost of living index is 95.5, where 100 represents the US national average. Living in Dunnellon costs roughly 4% less than the average American city.

Metric	Dunnellon, FL	National Avg
Median Home Value	$149,200	$244,900
Median Monthly Rent	$739	$1,163
Homeownership Rate	73.1%	65.9%
Median Household Income	$34,930	$74,755

Crime & Safety

Higher than Average

Dunnellon's violent crime rate is 502.3 per 100,000 residents — 32% higher than the national average of ~380 per 100,000.

Violent Crime

502.3 /100k

Property Crime

3465.6 /100k

Vertical marker = national average. Source: FBI UCR Program.

Schools & Education

Dunnellon is served primarily by MARION. The student-to-teacher ratio is 18.6:1 (slightly above the national average of ~16:1).

Metric	Dunnellon, FL	National Avg
School District	MARION	—
Elementary Schools	35	—
Middle Schools	10	—
High Schools	12	—
Student/Teacher Ratio	18.6:1	16:1
Bachelor's Degree or Higher	17.7%	35.4%
High School Diploma or Higher	87.3%	91.1%

Weather & Climate

Dunnellon sees average highs of 69.3°F in January and 90.6°F in July, with 55.1 inches of annual precipitation .

Metric	Dunnellon, FL
Average High — January	69.3°F
Average High — July	90.6°F
Annual Precipitation	55.1"
Annual Snowfall	Trace / None

Demographics

Metric	Dunnellon, FL	National Avg
Population	2,337	—
Median Age	60.4	38.9
Unemployment Rate	6.1%	3.7%
Avg Commute Time	31.9 min	26 min
White (non-Hispanic)	82.5%	59.3%
Black or African American	9.5%	13.6%
Hispanic or Latino	2.8%	18.9%
Asian	0.0%	6.3%
Under 18	11.8%	22.2%
65 and over	34.9%	16.8%

Nearby Cities

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Dunnellon vs Other Cities

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Dunnellon, FL affordable or expensive?

Dunnellon's cost of living index is 96, where 100 is the national average. That makes Dunnellon roughly 4% less expensive than a typical US city — a meaningful affordability advantage. The median home price is $149,200 and median rent is $739/month.

What is the crime rate in Dunnellon, FL?

Dunnellon's violent crime rate is 502.3 per 100,000 residents — the national average is ~380 per 100,000. Property crime is 3465.6 per 100,000 (national avg ~2,100). Data from the FBI Uniform Crime Reporting Program.

What are the schools like in Dunnellon?

Public schools in Dunnellon are operated by MARION. The district has 35 elementary, 10 middle, and 12 high schools. The student-to-teacher ratio is 18.6:1. 17.7% of adults 25+ hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Is Dunnellon, FL a good place to live?

Dunnellon, FL has a population of 2,337, a median household income of $34,930, and an unemployment rate of 6.1%. Whether it's right for you depends on your priorities — use the compare tool above to stack it against another city you're considering.

What is the weather like in Dunnellon?

Dunnellon averages 69.3°F in January and 90.6°F in July. Annual rainfall is 55.1 inches . Based on NOAA 30-year climate normals (1991–2020).

What is the population of Dunnellon?

The population of Dunnellon, Florida is 2,337 with a median age of 60.4. Source: US Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.

What are the pros and cons of living in Dunnellon?

Key numbers for living in Dunnellon: cost of living index 96 (100 = US average), median home $149,200, median household income $34,930, crime index 145 (100 = US average, lower is safer), schools rated C+. Whether these are benefits or drawbacks depends on where you're coming from — compare Dunnellon side by side with your current city to see the trade-offs.