What are the schools like in Lockhart, FL?

Lockhart is served primarily by ORANGE. The district operates 165 elementary schools, 43 middle schools, and 50 high schools with a student-to-teacher ratio of 18.0:1.

What is the median household income in Lockhart?

The median household income in Lockhart, FL is $68,658 according to the most recent US Census American Community Survey 5-year estimates. The unemployment rate is 6.0%.

What is the weather like in Lockhart, FL?

Lockhart has an average high temperature of 71.2°F in January and 91.9°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 56.8 inches.

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

Q: Is Lockhart, FL affordable or expensive?

Lockhart's cost of living index is 101, where 100 represents the national average. This means Lockhart is 1% more expensive than the average US city. The median home value is $230,800 and the median rent is $1,487 per month.

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

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

Is Lockhart, FL a Good Place to Live?

Lockhart is a small city of 15,017 in Florida, with a median household income of $68,658 and a 6.0% unemployment rate. Its cost of living index is 101 (US average = 100), which is 1% above the national average.

Strengths: Lockhart stands out for below-average home prices, solid school ratings (B-).

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

All Lockhart 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: 101.1

Lockhart's overall cost of living index is 101.1, where 100 represents the US national average. Living in Lockhart costs roughly 1% more than the average American city.

Metric	Lockhart, FL	National Avg
Median Home Value	$230,800	$244,900
Median Monthly Rent	$1,487	$1,163
Homeownership Rate	62.2%	65.9%
Median Household Income	$68,658	$74,755

Crime & Safety

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

Schools & Education

Lockhart is served primarily by ORANGE. The student-to-teacher ratio is 18.0:1 (slightly above the national average of ~16:1).

Metric	Lockhart, FL	National Avg
School District	ORANGE	—
Elementary Schools	165	—
Middle Schools	43	—
High Schools	50	—
Student/Teacher Ratio	18.0:1	16:1
Bachelor's Degree or Higher	27.0%	35.4%
High School Diploma or Higher	90.2%	91.1%

Weather & Climate

Lockhart sees average highs of 71.2°F in January and 91.9°F in July, with 56.8 inches of annual precipitation .

Metric	Lockhart, FL
Average High — January	71.2°F
Average High — July	91.9°F
Annual Precipitation	56.8"
Annual Snowfall	Trace / None

Demographics

Metric	Lockhart, FL	National Avg
Population	15,017	—
Median Age	36.8	38.9
Unemployment Rate	6.0%	3.7%
Avg Commute Time	29.7 min	26 min
White (non-Hispanic)	40.5%	59.3%
Black or African American	27.4%	13.6%
Hispanic or Latino	22.4%	18.9%
Asian	5.5%	6.3%
Under 18	20.5%	22.2%
65 and over	11.4%	16.8%

Nearby Cities

Forest City, FL 2 mi Eatonville, FL 3 mi Fairview Shores, FL 3 mi Altamonte Springs, FL 3 mi Maitland, FL 4 mi

ZIP Codes in Lockhart

Lockhart, FL is covered by 1 ZIP code:

32810

Lockhart vs Other Cities

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Lockhart, FL affordable or expensive?

Lockhart's cost of living index is 101, where 100 is the national average. That puts Lockhart roughly 1% above the national average in cost. The median home price is $230,800 and median rent is $1,487/month.

What is the crime rate in Lockhart, FL?

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

What are the schools like in Lockhart?

Public schools in Lockhart are operated by ORANGE. The district has 165 elementary, 43 middle, and 50 high schools. The student-to-teacher ratio is 18.0:1. 27.0% of adults 25+ hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Is Lockhart, FL a good place to live?

Lockhart, FL has a population of 15,017, a median household income of $68,658, and an unemployment rate of 6.0%. 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 Lockhart?

Lockhart averages 71.2°F in January and 91.9°F in July. Annual rainfall is 56.8 inches . Based on NOAA 30-year climate normals (1991–2020).

What ZIP codes are in Lockhart?

Lockhart, FL is covered by 1 ZIP code: 32810.

What is the population of Lockhart?

The population of Lockhart, Florida is 15,017 with a median age of 36.8. Source: US Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.

What are the pros and cons of living in Lockhart?

Key numbers for living in Lockhart: cost of living index 101 (100 = US average), median home $230,800, median household income $68,658, schools rated B-. Whether these are benefits or drawbacks depends on where you're coming from — compare Lockhart side by side with your current city to see the trade-offs.