What are the schools like in Tequesta, FL?

Tequesta is served primarily by MARTIN. The district operates 13 elementary schools, 5 middle schools, and 9 high schools with a student-to-teacher ratio of 17.9:1.

What is the median household income in Tequesta?

The median household income in Tequesta, FL is $92,457 according to the most recent US Census American Community Survey 5-year estimates. The unemployment rate is 3.3%.

What is the weather like in Tequesta, FL?

Tequesta has an average high temperature of 74.6°F in January and 90.9°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 72.2 inches.

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

Q: Is Tequesta, FL affordable or expensive?

Tequesta's cost of living index is 112, where 100 represents the national average. This means Tequesta is 12% more expensive than the average US city. The median home value is $470,200 and the median rent is $1,826 per month.

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

Tequesta has a violent crime rate of 114.2 incidents per 100,000 residents and a property crime rate of 456.9 per 100,000. The national average violent crime rate is approximately 380 per 100,000.

Is Tequesta, FL a Good Place to Live?

Tequesta is a small town of 6,116 in Florida, with a median household income of $92,457 and a 3.3% unemployment rate. Its cost of living index is 112 (US average = 100), which is 12% above the national average.

Strengths: Tequesta stands out for lower-than-average crime, solid school ratings (A-), a well-educated population.

Trade-offs: Potential downsides include an above-average cost of living, high home prices. Whether Tequesta is right for you depends on your priorities — the full breakdown is below.

All Tequesta 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

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

Metric	Tequesta, FL	National Avg
Median Home Value	$470,200	$244,900
Median Monthly Rent	$1,826	$1,163
Homeownership Rate	83.8%	65.9%
Median Household Income	$92,457	$74,755

Crime & Safety

Very Safe

Tequesta's violent crime rate is 114.2 per 100,000 residents — 70% lower than the national average of ~380 per 100,000.

Violent Crime

114.2 /100k

Property Crime

456.9 /100k

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

Schools & Education

Tequesta is served primarily by MARTIN. The student-to-teacher ratio is 17.9:1 (slightly above the national average of ~16:1).

Metric	Tequesta, FL	National Avg
School District	MARTIN	—
Elementary Schools	13	—
Middle Schools	5	—
High Schools	9	—
Student/Teacher Ratio	17.9:1	16:1
Bachelor's Degree or Higher	50.4%	35.4%
High School Diploma or Higher	97.5%	91.1%

Weather & Climate

Tequesta sees average highs of 74.6°F in January and 90.9°F in July, with 72.2 inches of annual precipitation .

Metric	Tequesta, FL
Average High — January	74.6°F
Average High — July	90.9°F
Annual Precipitation	72.2"
Annual Snowfall	Trace / None

Demographics

Metric	Tequesta, FL	National Avg
Population	6,116	—
Median Age	53.9	38.9
Unemployment Rate	3.3%	3.7%
Avg Commute Time	26.4 min	26 min
White (non-Hispanic)	90.2%	59.3%
Black or African American	0.0%	13.6%
Hispanic or Latino	6.5%	18.9%
Asian	1.4%	6.3%
Under 18	18.8%	22.2%
65 and over	31.6%	16.8%

Nearby Cities

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ZIP Codes in Tequesta

Tequesta, FL is covered by 1 ZIP code:

33469

Tequesta vs Other Cities

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Tequesta, FL affordable or expensive?

Tequesta's cost of living index is 112, where 100 is the national average. That puts Tequesta roughly 12% above the national average in cost. The median home price is $470,200 and median rent is $1,826/month.

What is the crime rate in Tequesta, FL?

Tequesta's violent crime rate is 114.2 per 100,000 residents — the national average is ~380 per 100,000. Property crime is 456.9 per 100,000 (national avg ~2,100). Data from the FBI Uniform Crime Reporting Program.

What are the schools like in Tequesta?

Public schools in Tequesta are operated by MARTIN. The district has 13 elementary, 5 middle, and 9 high schools. The student-to-teacher ratio is 17.9:1. 50.4% of adults 25+ hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Is Tequesta, FL a good place to live?

Tequesta, FL has a population of 6,116, a median household income of $92,457, and an unemployment rate of 3.3%. 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 Tequesta?

Tequesta averages 74.6°F in January and 90.9°F in July. Annual rainfall is 72.2 inches . Based on NOAA 30-year climate normals (1991–2020).

What ZIP codes are in Tequesta?

Tequesta, FL is covered by 1 ZIP code: 33469.

What is the population of Tequesta?

The population of Tequesta, Florida is 6,116 with a median age of 53.9. Source: US Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.

What are the pros and cons of living in Tequesta?

Key numbers for living in Tequesta: cost of living index 112 (100 = US average), median home $470,200, median household income $92,457, crime index 27 (100 = US average, lower is safer), schools rated A-. Whether these are benefits or drawbacks depends on where you're coming from — compare Tequesta side by side with your current city to see the trade-offs.