What are the schools like in Hosford, FL?

Hosford is served primarily by LIBERTY. The district operates 2 elementary schools, several middle schools, and 1 high schools with a student-to-teacher ratio of 15.7:1.

What is the median household income in Hosford?

The median household income in Hosford, FL is $67,344 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 Hosford, FL?

Hosford has an average high temperature of 63.9°F in January and 91.3°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 60.6 inches.

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

Q: Is Hosford, FL affordable or expensive?

Hosford's cost of living index is 95, where 100 represents the national average. This means Hosford is 5% less expensive than the average US city. The median home value is $111,900 and the median rent is $843 per month.

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

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

Is Hosford, FL a Good Place to Live?

Hosford is a small town of 709 in Florida, with a median household income of $67,344 and a 6.1% unemployment rate. Its cost of living index is 95 (US average = 100), which is 5% below the national average.

Strengths: Hosford stands out for an affordable cost of living, below-average home prices, solid school ratings (B-).

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

All Hosford 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: 94.7

Hosford's overall cost of living index is 94.7, where 100 represents the US national average. Living in Hosford costs roughly 5% less than the average American city.

Metric	Hosford, FL	National Avg
Median Home Value	$111,900	$244,900
Median Monthly Rent	$843	$1,163
Homeownership Rate	92.9%	65.9%
Median Household Income	$67,344	$74,755

Crime & Safety

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

Schools & Education

Hosford is served primarily by LIBERTY. The student-to-teacher ratio is 15.7:1 (better than the national average of ~16:1).

Metric	Hosford, FL	National Avg
School District	LIBERTY	—
Elementary Schools	2	—
Middle Schools	N/A	—
High Schools	1	—
Student/Teacher Ratio	15.7:1	16:1
Bachelor's Degree or Higher	22.7%	35.4%
High School Diploma or Higher	92.3%	91.1%

Weather & Climate

Hosford sees average highs of 63.9°F in January and 91.3°F in July, with 60.6 inches of annual precipitation .

Metric	Hosford, FL
Average High — January	63.9°F
Average High — July	91.3°F
Annual Precipitation	60.6"
Annual Snowfall	Trace / None

Demographics

Metric	Hosford, FL	National Avg
Population	709	—
Median Age	34.8	38.9
Unemployment Rate	6.1%	3.7%
Avg Commute Time	30.2 min	26 min
White (non-Hispanic)	94.6%	59.3%
Black or African American	0.0%	13.6%
Hispanic or Latino	5.4%	18.9%
Asian	0.0%	6.3%
Under 18	26.8%	22.2%
65 and over	8.0%	16.8%

Nearby Cities

Bristol, FL 10 mi Lake Mystic, FL 11 mi Greensboro, FL 13 mi Gretna, FL 13 mi Blountstown, FL 14 mi

ZIP Codes in Hosford

Hosford, FL is covered by 1 ZIP code:

32334

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Hosford, FL affordable or expensive?

Hosford's cost of living index is 95, where 100 is the national average. That makes Hosford roughly 5% less expensive than a typical US city — a meaningful affordability advantage. The median home price is $111,900 and median rent is $843/month.

What is the crime rate in Hosford, FL?

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

What are the schools like in Hosford?

Public schools in Hosford are operated by LIBERTY. The district has 2 elementary, several middle, and 1 high schools. The student-to-teacher ratio is 15.7:1. 22.7% of adults 25+ hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Is Hosford, FL a good place to live?

Hosford, FL has a population of 709, a median household income of $67,344, and an unemployment rate of 6.1%. It offers below-average costs of living, which stretches take-home pay further than in most American cities. 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 Hosford?

Hosford averages 63.9°F in January and 91.3°F in July. Annual rainfall is 60.6 inches . Based on NOAA 30-year climate normals (1991–2020).

What ZIP codes are in Hosford?

Hosford, FL is covered by 1 ZIP code: 32334.

What is the population of Hosford?

The population of Hosford, Florida is 709 with a median age of 34.8. Source: US Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.

What are the pros and cons of living in Hosford?

Key numbers for living in Hosford: cost of living index 95 (100 = US average), median home $111,900, median household income $67,344, schools rated B-. Whether these are benefits or drawbacks depends on where you're coming from — compare Hosford side by side with your current city to see the trade-offs.