Forest City, FL Overview

Originally settled by Swedish settlers, the community known as Forest City is an unincorporated development in Seminole County.  Newcomers to this area can choose from a growing number of residential developments and subdivisions that offer homes in a wide range of architectural styles and price ranges.  Close to home, residents enjoy more than 20 public parks and more than 4,000 acres of nature preserves.  Many of these pristine recreational environments are situated along the shoreline of lakes and scenic rivers.  The Wekiva River and St. Johns River offer retreats filled with natural sounds, breathtaking views, and native wildlife.  Nearby attractions include the Central Florida Zoo, creating a habitat for an array of animals shaded by towering cypress trees, mighty oaks, and swaying palms.  Lake Monroe is famous for its annual regattas as well as recreational activities.  Regional cultural highlights include the St. Lucia Festival, Lake Mary-Heathrow Festival of the arts, Altamonte Springs Amphitheater, and the Geneva Museum.

Summary

Population Growth (since 2000) 21%
Population Density (ppl / mile) 3,597.00
Household Size (ppl) 2.625
Households w/ Children 30%

Housing Stability

Annual Residential Turnover 0%
5+ Years in Residency 33%
Median Year in Residency 2.83

Housing Inventory

Forest City, FL Housing Inventory 3,619 668 2,132 3,619 668

Population Demographics

The population of the community broken down by age group. The numbers at the top of each bar indicate the number of people in the age bracket below.

Forest City, FL Population Demographics

Total: 15,331

Households:5,751

Median Age: 40.40

Climate and Weather

The Temperature chart displays average high and low values for January and July, and is designed to provide an indication of both seasonal and daily temperature variability. The Weather Risk Index indicates the calculated risk of each type of weather event occurring in the future. This risk is based on historical localized storm events and weather patterns. The national average for each type of weather event equals a score of 100, so a score of 200 would represent twice the risk as the national average, and a score of 50 would represent half the risk of the national average.

Temperature (degrees F)

Forest City, FL Temperature

Weather Risk

Forest City, FL Weather Risk

Education

The Community Educational Index chart is based on the U.S. Census Bureau's Socioeconomic Status (SES) elements. Factors used in creating the index below are income, educational achievement, and occupation of persons within the selected ZIP code. Since this index is based on the population of an entire Zip code, it may not reflect the nature of an individual school.

Education Climate Index

Forest City, FL Education Climate Index

Highest Education Level Attained

Forest City, FL Highest Education Level Attained 3,309 2,761 298 452 798 2,172 850 3,309 2,761 298 452 798 2,172

Employment and Finance

Workforce

Forest City, FL Workforce

Income by dollar range (Median Income: $55,904)

Forest City, FL Income by dollar range 386 142 318 235 265 354 267 228 319 593 720 595 536 303 429 34 16 12

Fair Market Rents

The Fair Market Rents show average gross rent estimates based on figures provided by the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD).

Studio
$766
One Bedroom
$837
Two Bedroom
$1,002
Three Bedroom
$1,333
Four Bedroom
$1,604

Smoking Ban

The Smoking Ban data indicates whether an area has a smoking ban in place for workplaces, restaurants or bars. This information represents that of the search area and may not reflect that of the whole County or State.

Workplaces
Yes
Restaurants
Yes
Bars
No

Crime

The Crime Index compares the risk or probability of future occurrence of certain types of crime in this community as compared to the national average. The national average for each type of crime equals a score of 1.0, so a score of 2.0 would represent twice the risk as the national average, and a score of 0.50 would represent half the risk of the national average.

Forest City, FL Crime

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