What are the schools like in Hollywood, FL?

Hollywood is served primarily by BROWARD. The district operates 194 elementary schools, 48 middle schools, and 61 high schools with a student-to-teacher ratio of 21.7:1.

What is the median household income in Hollywood?

The median household income in Hollywood, FL is $61,958 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 Hollywood, FL?

Hollywood has an average high temperature of 76.1°F in January and 89.6°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 65.0 inches.

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

Q: Is Hollywood, FL affordable or expensive?

Hollywood's cost of living index is 112, where 100 represents the national average. This means Hollywood is 12% more expensive than the average US city. The median home value is $345,300 and the median rent is $1,463 per month.

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

Crime rate data for Hollywood is not currently available from the FBI's reported data.

Is Hollywood, FL a Good Place to Live?

Hollywood is a mid-sized city of 152,764 in Florida, with a median household income of $61,958 and a 6.1% unemployment rate. Its cost of living index is 112 (US average = 100), which is 12% above the national average.

Strengths: Hollywood stands out for solid school ratings (B-).

Trade-offs: Potential downsides include an above-average cost of living, longer commutes, an elevated unemployment rate. Whether Hollywood is right for you depends on your priorities — the full breakdown is below.

All Hollywood 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: 111.8

Hollywood's overall cost of living index is 111.8, where 100 represents the US national average. Living in Hollywood costs roughly 12% more than the average American city.

Metric	Hollywood, FL	National Avg
Median Home Value	$345,300	$244,900
Median Monthly Rent	$1,463	$1,163
Homeownership Rate	56.6%	65.9%
Median Household Income	$61,958	$74,755

Crime & Safety

Crime data for Hollywood is not currently available from the FBI's Uniform Crime Reporting program. Not all local agencies report to the UCR each year.

Schools & Education

Hollywood is served primarily by BROWARD. The student-to-teacher ratio is 21.7:1 (slightly above the national average of ~16:1).

Metric	Hollywood, FL	National Avg
School District	BROWARD	—
Elementary Schools	194	—
Middle Schools	48	—
High Schools	61	—
Student/Teacher Ratio	21.7:1	16:1
Bachelor's Degree or Higher	31.7%	35.4%
High School Diploma or Higher	88.9%	91.1%

Weather & Climate

Hollywood sees average highs of 76.1°F in January and 89.6°F in July, with 65.0 inches of annual precipitation .

Metric	Hollywood, FL
Average High — January	76.1°F
Average High — July	89.6°F
Annual Precipitation	65.0"
Annual Snowfall	Trace / None

Demographics

Metric	Hollywood, FL	National Avg
Population	152,764	—
Median Age	41.0	38.9
Unemployment Rate	6.1%	3.7%
Avg Commute Time	30.4 min	26 min
White (non-Hispanic)	55.1%	59.3%
Black or African American	18.3%	13.6%
Hispanic or Latino	21.7%	18.9%
Asian	2.4%	6.3%
Under 18	19.3%	22.2%
65 and over	16.9%	16.8%

Nearby Cities

Dania Beach, FL 2 mi Pembroke Park, FL 3 mi Hallandale Beach, FL 4 mi West Park, FL 4 mi Ives Estates, FL 5 mi

ZIP Codes in Hollywood

Hollywood, FL is covered by 4 ZIP codes:

33021 33020 33019 33022

Hollywood vs Other Cities

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Hollywood, FL affordable or expensive?

Hollywood's cost of living index is 112, where 100 is the national average. That puts Hollywood roughly 12% above the national average in cost. The median home price is $345,300 and median rent is $1,463/month.

What is the crime rate in Hollywood, FL?

Crime data for Hollywood is not available in the current FBI UCR reporting year. Not all jurisdictions submit data annually.

What are the schools like in Hollywood?

Public schools in Hollywood are operated by BROWARD. The district has 194 elementary, 48 middle, and 61 high schools. The student-to-teacher ratio is 21.7:1. 31.7% of adults 25+ hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Is Hollywood, FL a good place to live?

Hollywood, FL has a population of 152,764, a median household income of $61,958, 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 Hollywood?

Hollywood averages 76.1°F in January and 89.6°F in July. Annual rainfall is 65.0 inches . Based on NOAA 30-year climate normals (1991–2020).

What ZIP codes are in Hollywood?

Hollywood, FL is covered by 4 ZIP codes: 33021, 33020, 33019, 33022.

What is the population of Hollywood?

The population of Hollywood, Florida is 152,764 with a median age of 41.0. Source: US Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.

What are the pros and cons of living in Hollywood?

Key numbers for living in Hollywood: cost of living index 112 (100 = US average), median home $345,300, median household income $61,958, schools rated B-. Whether these are benefits or drawbacks depends on where you're coming from — compare Hollywood side by side with your current city to see the trade-offs.