What are the schools like in Homosassa, FL?

Homosassa is served primarily by CITRUS. The district operates 11 elementary schools, 4 middle schools, and 7 high schools with a student-to-teacher ratio of 16.9:1.

What is the median household income in Homosassa?

The median household income in Homosassa, FL is $55,112 according to the most recent US Census American Community Survey 5-year estimates. The unemployment rate is 2.5%.

What is the weather like in Homosassa, FL?

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

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

Q: Is Homosassa, FL affordable or expensive?

Homosassa's cost of living index is 95, where 100 represents the national average. This means Homosassa is 5% less expensive than the average US city. The median home value is $258,500 and the median rent is $1,189 per month.

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

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

Is Homosassa, FL a Good Place to Live?

Homosassa is a small town of 2,016 in Florida, with a median household income of $55,112 and a 2.5% unemployment rate. Its cost of living index is 95 (US average = 100), which is 5% below the national average.

Strengths: Homosassa stands out for an affordable cost of living, solid school ratings (B-), short average commutes.

Trade-offs: No major red flags stand out in the available data. Whether Homosassa is right for you depends on your priorities — the full breakdown is below.

All Homosassa 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: 95.4

Homosassa's overall cost of living index is 95.4, where 100 represents the US national average. Living in Homosassa costs roughly 5% less than the average American city.

Metric	Homosassa, FL	National Avg
Median Home Value	$258,500	$244,900
Median Monthly Rent	$1,189	$1,163
Homeownership Rate	92.2%	65.9%
Median Household Income	$55,112	$74,755

Crime & Safety

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

Schools & Education

Homosassa is served primarily by CITRUS. The student-to-teacher ratio is 16.9:1 (slightly above the national average of ~16:1).

Metric	Homosassa, FL	National Avg
School District	CITRUS	—
Elementary Schools	11	—
Middle Schools	4	—
High Schools	7	—
Student/Teacher Ratio	16.9:1	16:1
Bachelor's Degree or Higher	29.2%	35.4%
High School Diploma or Higher	86.8%	91.1%

Weather & Climate

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

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

Demographics

Metric	Homosassa, FL	National Avg
Population	2,016	—
Median Age	64.5	38.9
Unemployment Rate	2.5%	3.7%
Avg Commute Time	25.7 min	26 min
White (non-Hispanic)	97.2%	59.3%
Black or African American	0.0%	13.6%
Hispanic or Latino	2.1%	18.9%
Asian	0.0%	6.3%
Under 18	5.7%	22.2%
65 and over	48.0%	16.8%

Nearby Cities

Homosassa Springs, FL 4 mi Sugarmill Woods, FL 7 mi Lecanto, FL 7 mi Crystal River, FL 8 mi Black Diamond, FL 11 mi

ZIP Codes in Homosassa

Homosassa, FL is covered by 1 ZIP code:

34487

Homosassa vs Other Cities

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Homosassa, FL affordable or expensive?

Homosassa's cost of living index is 95, where 100 is the national average. That makes Homosassa roughly 5% less expensive than a typical US city — a meaningful affordability advantage. The median home price is $258,500 and median rent is $1,189/month.

What is the crime rate in Homosassa, FL?

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

What are the schools like in Homosassa?

Public schools in Homosassa are operated by CITRUS. The district has 11 elementary, 4 middle, and 7 high schools. The student-to-teacher ratio is 16.9:1. 29.2% of adults 25+ hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Is Homosassa, FL a good place to live?

Homosassa, FL has a population of 2,016, a median household income of $55,112, and an unemployment rate of 2.5%. 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 Homosassa?

Homosassa 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 ZIP codes are in Homosassa?

Homosassa, FL is covered by 1 ZIP code: 34487.

What is the population of Homosassa?

The population of Homosassa, Florida is 2,016 with a median age of 64.5. Source: US Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.

What are the pros and cons of living in Homosassa?

Key numbers for living in Homosassa: cost of living index 95 (100 = US average), median home $258,500, median household income $55,112, schools rated B-. Whether these are benefits or drawbacks depends on where you're coming from — compare Homosassa side by side with your current city to see the trade-offs.