Lehigh Acres

Lehigh Acres, Florida Overview

Lehigh Acres faces challenges across several categories, earning a D grade (42.8/100) and ranking #20 of 20 cities in Florida. Even so, the city scores 65/100 in Affordability — a relative bright spot compared to its Transportation score of 26/100.

Income & Employment in Lehigh Acres

The median household income in Lehigh Acres is $59,645, 17% below the statewide median of $71,516.

Cost of Living in Lehigh Acres

The median home value is $263,200. Median monthly rent is $1,496. Renters allocate 30.1% of income to rent — above the 30% affordability threshold.

Health & Wellness in Lehigh Acres

The adult obesity rate in Lehigh Acres is 35.7%, above the national average and a factor in the city’s health profile. Diabetes prevalence is elevated at 14.7%. Residents report an average of 18.4 poor mental health days per month, above the typical range. Florida ranks #36 nationally for overall health.

Education & Schools in Lehigh Acres

Lehigh Acres has a high school graduation rate of 88%. With a student-teacher ratio of 22:1, class sizes tend to be larger than the national median. Per-pupil spending is $12,108. The city has 14 public schools serving 18,471 students. School data is sourced from the NCES Common Core of Data and EDFacts.

Climate & Commute in Lehigh Acres

The annual average temperature in Lehigh Acres is 75.9°F. Summers average 82.2°F. Winters average 68.3°F. Annual precipitation is 51.6 inches. The mean commute time is 34 minutes, compared to 24.6 for Florida overall.

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