Balm, FL — City Data, Demographics & Statistics
Hillsborough County · Florida
City DNA
A unique fingerprint for Balm based on 8 key metrics — compared to averages.
Quick Stats
Population
5,362
2023 ACS
Median Income
$104,347
2023
Median Home Value
$312,600
2023
Median Rent
$1,679
2023
Median Age
33.5
Unemployment
7.4%
Cost of Living Index
155.7
100 = national avg
Balm is a city in Hillsborough County, Florida, with a population of 5,362 according to the 2023 American Community Survey. Balm is one of the communities in Florida.
The median household income in Balm is $104,347, and the median home value is $312,600. The cost of living index is 155.7 (where 100 = national average), and the median rent is $1,679 per month. The unemployment rate is 7.4%, and the median age is 33.5 years.
People & Demographics
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2023)Population
Total Population
5,362
Male
2,760
51.5%
Female
2,602
48.5%
Median Age
33.5
Age Distribution
Education & Household
Bachelor's or Higher
16.3%
High School or Higher
34.8%
Foreign Born
23.3%
Veterans
6.0%
Married
46.6%
Avg Household Size
2.8
Marital Status by Age
Race & Ethnicity
Diversity Index
0.637
Simpson's Index (0-1)
Largest Group
White
40.8%
Foreign Born
23.3%
Hispanic/Latino Ethnicity
Hispanic/Latino is an ethnicity, not a race. People of any race can identify as Hispanic. This percentage overlaps with the racial categories above.
Hispanic/Latino
24.1%
1,294 people
Not Hispanic/Latino
75.9%
Hispanic/Latino Detail
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2023)Asian Detail
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2023)Languages Spoken
Total Speakers (5+)
4,862
English Only
73.0%
#1 Non-English Language
Spanish
1,001 speakers
Limited English
9.9%
Language Distribution
English Proficiency
Speaks English Very Well
90.0%
Limited English Proficiency
9.9%
Veterans & Military
Total Veterans
322
6.0% of population
Disability Rate
42.2%
136 with disability
Veteran Median Income
$57,619
Period of Service
Veteran Age Distribution
Male Veterans
287
89.1%
Female Veterans
35
10.9%
Veteran vs Non-Veteran Income
Veteran Income
$57,619
Non-Veteran Income
$42,489
Difference
$15,130
35.6% higher
Disability Status
With Disability
136
Without Disability
186
Disability Rate
42.2%
Ancestry & Heritage
Total Reporting Ancestry
2,437
#1 Ancestry
German
11.9% (637)
#2 Ancestry
Irish
7.6% (408)
#3 Ancestry
English
5.7% (304)
Top 20 Ancestries
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2023)Families & Households
Total Households
1,921
Family Households
1,395
72.6%
Married Couples
1,149
59.8%
Non-Family Households
526
27.4%
Single Mother Households
148
7.7%
Single Father Households
98
5.1%
Living Alone
443
23.1%
Children Under 18
Total Children
1,268
In Married Couple
1,045
82.4%
With Single Mother
112
8.8%
With Single Father
111
8.8%
Family Income
Median Family Income
$107,991
Married Couple Income
$128,338
Single Mother Income
$58,239
Single Father Income
$100,098
Avg Family Size
2.8
Avg Non-Family Size
4.3
Grandparents w/ Grandchildren
74
Grandparents Responsible
44
Economy
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2023)Income Overview
Median Household Income
$104,347
+43% vs national
Per Capita Income
$41,257
+11% vs national
Poverty Rate
2.7%
-80% vs national
Gini Index
0.3273
0 = perfect equality
Unemployment
7.4%
+42% vs national
SNAP Recipients
4.7%
of households
How Balm Compares
Balm vs Similar Cities
Compared to cities with under 10,000 residents. Balm is highlighted.
Median Household Income
Balm, FL has a median household income of $104,347, making it the 4,299th highest median household income out of 28,123 cities in our database. This means that Balm has a higher median household income than 85% of all the cities we measured.
Per Capita Income
Balm, FL has a per capita income of $41,257, making it the 7,850th highest per capita income out of 28,123 cities in our database. This means that Balm has a higher per capita income than 72% of all the cities we measured.
Poverty Rate
Balm, FL has a poverty rate of 2.7%, making it the 26,821st highest poverty rate out of 31,262 cities in our database. This means that Balm has a higher poverty rate than 14% of all the cities we measured.
Unemployment Rate
Balm, FL has a unemployment rate of 7.4%, making it the 6,763rd highest unemployment rate out of 31,012 cities in our database. This means that Balm has a higher unemployment rate than 78% of all the cities we measured.
Where Do You Stack Up?
Enter your household income to see how you compare to other households in Balm. The median household income here is $104,347.
Income Distribution
Employment Snapshot
Unemployment Rate
7.4%
+51% vs FL avg
Labor Force
3,476
Employed
3,186
How People Get to Work
Employment by Sector
Education & Workforce
Bachelor's Degree+
16.3%
of adults 25+
High School Diploma+
34.8%
of adults 25+
Median Age
33.5
Work from Home
11.8%
of workers
Top Occupations & Wages
Source: Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS (2024)
Data represents the Tampa-St. Petersburg-Clearwater, FL metro area
Highest-Paying Job
Software Developers
Top Median Wage
$126.4K
per year
Occupations Tracked
20
Cost of Living
Overall Index
155.7
100 = national avg
+55.7 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$68,505
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$161,920
per year
Cost Index by Category
100 = national average. Higher = more expensive.
Fair Market Rent
Source: HUD
1 Bedroom
$1,696
per month
2 Bedroom
$1,977
per month
The median household income in Balm, FL is $104,347, which is 42.5% above the national average of $73,224. Per capita income is $41,257. The poverty rate of 2.7% is lower than the FL state average of 13.5%. The Gini index of income inequality is 0.3273, where 0 represents perfect equality and 1 represents maximum inequality. The unemployment rate is 7.4%, compared to the state average of 4.9%. The labor force is 3,476. 16.3% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. About 73.6% of workers drive alone to work. The overall cost of living index is 155.7, which is 55.7% above the national average. Housing costs are above the national average at an index of 178.9. A single adult needs to earn approximately $68,505 per year to cover basic expenses.
Housing & Real Estate
Market SnapshotRedfin — January 2026
Median Sale Price
$275,000
Median List Price
$360,000
Price Per Sq Ft
$146
Days on Market
146
Active Inventory
36
Months of Supply
9.0
Buyer's market
Market CompetitivenessRedfin
Sold Above List
0.0%
Off Market in 2 Weeks
20.0%
Sale-to-List Ratio
97.9%
Buyer's market
Price TrendsRedfin
Market ActivityRedfin
Homes Sold
4
New Listings
15
Pending Sales
10
Price Per Square FootRedfin
Median Sale $/SF
$146
Median List $/SF
$163
Balm vs Similar CitiesCensus ACS / Redfin
Compared to cities with under 10,000 residents. Balm is highlighted.
Median Home Value
Balm, FL has a median home value of $312,600, making it the 6,721st highest median home value out of 27,993 cities in our database. This means that Balm has a higher median home value than 76% of all the cities we measured.
Median Rent
Balm, FL has a median rent of $1,679, making it the 3,074th highest median rent out of 22,337 cities in our database. This means that Balm has a higher median rent than 86% of all the cities we measured.
Median Price Per Sq Ft
Balm, FL has a price per square foot of $146, making it the 12,975th highest price per square foot out of 20,748 cities in our database. This means that Balm has a higher price per square foot than 37% of all the cities we measured.
Rent Burden
Balm, FL has a rent burden of 19.3%, making it the 9,784th highest rent burden out of 21,928 cities in our database. This means that Balm has a higher rent burden than 55% of all the cities we measured.
Census Housing DataU.S. Census Bureau ACS 2023
Median Home Value
$312,600
Median Rent
$1,679
Total Housing Units
2,015
Vacancy Rate
4.7%
Owner Occupied
86.5%
Renter Occupied
13.5%
Median Property Tax
$4,056
per year
Monthly Cost (w/ Mortgage)
$1,705
Housing Types
Property TaxU.S. Census Bureau ACS 2023
Median Property Tax
$4,056
per year
Effective Tax Rate
1.30%
of home value
Median Home Value
$312,600
Estimated Mean Tax
$3,598
The effective property tax rate is calculated by dividing the median annual property tax ($4,056) by the median home value ($312,600). In Balm, FL, this works out to an effective rate of 1.30%. This is above the national average of approximately 1.1%.
The current median sale price in Balm, FL is $275,000 according to Redfin data. Homes spend a median of 146 days on the market. 0.0% of homes sold above asking price. The market has 9.0 months of supply. The median price per square foot is $146. The median rent is $1,679 per month (Census ACS). About 86.5% of housing units are owner-occupied. The median year homes were built is 2014. There are 2,015 total housing units. Homeowners pay a median annual property tax of $4,056. The effective tax rate is 1.30%, above the national average.
Crime data is not yet available for Balm. The FBI UCR/NIBRS program does not cover all jurisdictions.
Natural Hazard Risk
Source: FEMA National Risk IndexRisk Score
98.8
Relatively High
Expected Annual Loss
99.0
Score (0-100)
Social Vulnerability
36.4
Score (0-100)
Community Resilience
33.2
Score (0-100)
Scores range from 0 (lowest risk) to 100 (highest risk) relative to all U.S. communities. Data from FEMA National Risk Index.
Disaster History & Federal Spending
Source: FEMATotal Declarations
47
Public Assistance
$282.7M
Individual Assistance
$52.4M
Most Common Type
Hurricane
21 declarations
Public Assistance by Category
| Disaster | Type | Date | PA $ | IA $ |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hurricane Milton → | Hurricane | Oct 2024 | $125.3M | $16.0M |
| Hurricane Milton → | Hurricane | Oct 2024 | — | — |
| Hurricane Helene → | Hurricane | Sep 2024 | $2.9M | $18.7M |
| Tropical Storm Helene → | Tropical Storm | Sep 2024 | — | — |
| Hurricane Debby → | Tropical Storm | Aug 2024 | $376K | $960K |
| Tropical Storm Debby → | Tropical Storm | Aug 2024 | — | — |
| Hurricane Idalia → | Hurricane | Aug 2023 | $8.7M | $258K |
| Tropical Storm Idalia → | Tropical Storm | Aug 2023 | — | — |
| Hurricane Nicole → | Hurricane | Dec 2022 | $100K | — |
| Tropical Storm Nicole → | Tropical Storm | Nov 2022 | — | — |
| Hurricane Ian → | Hurricane | Sep 2022 | $36.0M | $7.3M |
| Tropical Storm Ian → | Hurricane | Sep 2022 | — | — |
| Tropical Storm Elsa → | Severe Storm | Jul 2021 | $70K | — |
| Hurricane Eta → | Hurricane | Nov 2020 | $127K | — |
| Covid-19 Pandemic → | Biological | Mar 2020 | $40.3M | $1.1M |
| Covid-19 → | Biological | Mar 2020 | — | — |
| Hurricane Dorian → | Hurricane | Aug 2019 | — | — |
| Hurricane Michael → | Hurricane | Oct 2018 | — | — |
| Hurricane Irma → | Hurricane | Sep 2017 | $35.5M | $3.7M |
| Hurricane Irma → | Hurricane | Sep 2017 | — | — |
Showing 20 of 52 disasters
PA = FEMA Public Assistance (infrastructure recovery). IA = Individual Assistance (homeowner/renter aid).
Flood Insurance (NFIP)
Source: FEMA NFIPTotal Claims
18,537
Total Claims Paid
$1,174,202,946
Avg Claim Payout
$63,344
County-level NFIP data from FEMA National Flood Insurance Program.
Hazard Mitigation
Source: FEMA Hazard Mitigation AssistanceMitigation Projects
26
Federal Funding
$1,346,549
Properties Protected
13
Avg Benefit-Cost Ratio
4.13
BCR
Top Mitigation Project Types
| Project Type | Projects | Federal $ |
|---|---|---|
| 205.8: Retrofitting Public Structures - Wind | 7 | $255,400 |
| 207.2: Mitigation Reconstruction | 5 | $641,349 |
| 601.2: Generators - Regular | 3 | $0 |
| 205.8: Retrofitting Public Structures - Wind; 601.2: Generators - Regular | 3 | $0 |
| 95.1: FMA or CRS Plan | 2 | $0 |
Federally funded projects to reduce future disaster risk. Only includes completed or obligated projects.
Balm has a relatively high overall natural hazard risk rating according to FEMA's National Risk Index. The top hazard risks are lightning, tornado, cold wave. The area has had 47 federal disaster declarations. The most common disaster type is hurricane (21 declarations). 18,537 flood insurance claims have been filed in the area. FEMA has obligated $282,695,482 in public assistance recovery funding. $52,408,072 has been distributed in individual assistance to disaster-affected residents. 26 hazard mitigation projects have been funded to reduce future risk.
Health
Community Health
Source: CDC PLACES
Obesity Rate
33.0%
3.1pp below the national average
Depression Rate
16.4%
7.1pp below the national average
Diabetes Rate
12.0%
near the national average
Uninsured Rate
18.2%
7.6pp above the national average
Health Scorecard
Higher scores indicate better health outcomes relative to the national average (50 = average)
Health Outcomes
Age-adjusted prevalence rates. Green bars indicate rates below the national average; red indicates above.
High Cholesterol
37.3%
Arthritis
20.2%
Cancer (excl. skin)
5.8%
Teeth Lost (65+)
10.0%
Health Risk Behaviors
Prevention & Screening
Green bars indicate rates above the national average (more preventive care); red indicates below.
Mental Health & Wellbeing
Frequent Mental Distress
17.3%
14+ days in past month
Depression
16.4%
Loneliness
—
Lack of Support
—
Disability Prevalence
Any Disability
29.4%
Mobility
12.6%
Cognitive
14.6%
Hearing
5.2%
Vision
5.8%
Self-Care
3.8%
Independent Living
7.9%
Balm has an obesity rate of 33.0%, which is 3.1pp below the national average. The depression rate is 16.4%, 7.1pp below the national average. About 18.2% of adults lack health insurance. 75.8% of residents had an annual checkup in the past year.
Nearby Hospitals
Source: CMS Hospital Compare
Nearest Hospitals
5
With Emergency Services
5
Avg CMS Rating
2.8 / 5
Nearest Hospital
5.0 mi
Hca Florida South Shore Hospit...
| Hospital | Distance | Type | Rating | ER |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hca Florida South Shore Hospital | 5.0 mi | Acute Care Hospitals | 3/5 | Yes |
| Adventhealth Riverview | 8.5 mi | Acute Care Hospitals | — | Yes |
| Hca Florida Brandon Hospital | 10.8 mi | Acute Care Hospitals | 2/5 | Yes |
| Tampa General Hospital | 17.4 mi | Acute Care Hospitals | 2/5 | Yes |
| Hca Florida South Tampa Hospital | 19.0 mi | Acute Care Hospitals | 4/5 | Yes |
Climate & Environment
Greenhouse Gas Emitters
Source: EPA GHGRP (2023)Facilities Reporting
1
Total CO₂e
149.4K MT
Top Emitter
SOUTHEAST COUNTY LANDFILL
149.4K MT CO₂e
Total CO₂e vs Similar Cities (Under 10,000)
| Facility | Sector | CO₂e (MT) |
|---|---|---|
SOUTHEAST COUNTY LANDFILL Hillsborough County Florida | Waste | 149,426 |
Data from EPA Greenhouse Gas Reporting Program (GHGRP). Includes facilities emitting 25,000+ metric tons CO₂e/year.
1 industrial facility reports greenhouse gas emissions totaling 149.4K metric tons of CO₂e.
Infrastructure
Commute Overview2023 ACS
Drive Alone
73.6%
-7% vs national
Work From Home
11.8%
+26% vs national
Carpool
14.7%
How Balm's Commute ComparesCensus ACS 2023
How People Get to WorkCensus ACS 2023
Commute Mode BreakdownCensus ACS 2023
Traffic Fatalities
Source: NHTSA FARS (2022)Fatalities
1
2022
1-Year Avg
1
fatalities/yr
Pedestrian
1
Data from NHTSA Fatality Analysis Reporting System (FARS). Includes only crashes involving at least one fatality.
Commute data for Balm, FL covers travel times and transportation modes. 73.6% of workers drive alone, compared to the national average of 78.7%. 11.8% work from home, which is below the FL state average of 13.8%. 14.7% of workers carpool. In 2022, there were 1 traffic fatality from 1 fatal crash. 1 was a pedestrian.
Internet & Broadband Access
Source: Census ACSBroadband Access
98.5%
of households
Cable / Fiber / DSL
93.5%
of households
No Internet
1.5%
of households
Total Households
1,921
Internet Subscription Types
Device Ownership
Source: Census ACSHas Computer
100.0%
of households
Smartphone
98.1%
of households
Desktop / Laptop
91.6%
of households
Tablet
70.8%
of households
Percentage of households with each device type. Data from the U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2023 5-year estimates, tables B28001 & B28002).
Electricity Rates
Source: U.S. Energy Information Administration (2024)Residential Rate
14.1¢
per kWh
-26% vs Under 10,000 avg
Commercial Rate
11.0¢
per kWh
-29% vs Under 10,000 avg
Industrial Rate
8.5¢
per kWh
-28% vs Under 10,000 avg
Avg Monthly Bill
$156
residential
+6% vs Under 10,000 avg
17% below the national average of 17.1¢/kWh
Residential electricity in Florida averages 14.1¢ per kWh, compared to the national average of 17.1¢. The average monthly electric bill is $156. State-level averages from EIA Electric Sales & Revenue data (2024).
Balm vs Similar Cities
Source: EIA (2024)Comparing electricity rates with randomly selected cities of similar population (Under 10,000). Each city represents its state's average rate.
Residential Rate (¢/kWh)
Commercial Rate (¢/kWh)
Industrial Rate (¢/kWh)
Average Monthly Bill
98.5% of households in Balm have broadband internet access. 93.5% have cable, fiber, or DSL service. 1.5% of households have no internet access. 7.1% use only a smartphone without a desktop or laptop.
Politics & Government
County-level data: Election results are reported at the county level. Balm is located in Hillsborough County, FL. Results reflect all voters in the county, not just those in Balm.
Election Overview
Source: Hillsborough County (2024)2024 Winner
Republican
Dem Votes
321,455
47.8%
GOP Votes
342,017
50.9%
Total Votes
671,981
Margin
R+3.1%
Shift from 2020
R+9.9pp
vs prior election
Election History
Source: County-Level Election Results| Year | Dem Votes | GOP Votes | Total | Dem % | GOP % | Margin |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 321,455 | 342,017 | 671,981 | 47.8% | 50.9% | R+3.1 |
| 2020 | 376,367 | 327,398 | 712,063 | 52.9% | 46.0% | D+6.9 |
| 2016 | 306,422 | 265,928 | 595,072 | 51.5% | 44.7% | D+6.8 |
In the 2024 presidential election, Hillsborough County recorded 671,981 total votes. Republicans won the county with 50.9% of the vote compared to 47.8% for Democrats, a margin of R+3.1%. Compared to 2020, the margin shifted R+9.9pp from the previous election. Since 2016, Hillsborough County has shifted 9.9 percentage points toward Republicans.
Nonprofits Overview
Source: IRS Exempt Organizations BMFTotal Nonprofits
3
Total Assets
$36K
Total Income
$41K
Per 10K Residents
5.6
nonprofits
-95.8% vs peers avg
Orgs with >$1M Assets
0
Median Assets
$36K
Oldest Active
1969
ruling year
Newest Org
2021
ruling year
Nonprofits by Category
Source: IRS / NTEE ClassificationNonprofit Size Distribution
Source: IRS Exempt Organizations BMFNumber of nonprofits by total asset size
When Were Nonprofits Founded?
Source: IRS Ruling DateNumber of currently active nonprofits by founding decade
Nonprofits per 10K Residents vs Similar Cities
Source: IRS BMF + Census ACSCompared to cities with population Under 10,000
Largest Nonprofits in Balm
Source: IRS Exempt Organizations BMF| Organization | Category | Assets | Income | Est. | IRS |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ALEXSTRONG FOUNDATION INC | Human Services | $36K | $41K | 2017 |
Balm, FL has 3 registered 501(c)(3) nonprofit organizations with combined assets of $36K. The most common category is Human Services, with 1 organizations. That works out to 5.6 nonprofits per 10,000 residents. The oldest active nonprofit dates back to 1969.
ZIP Code Overview
Source: Census ACSZIP Codes
9
Total Population
264,926
Avg Median Income
$90,960
Avg Home Value
$363,489
ZIP Code Details
Source: Census ACS| ZIP Code | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Median Rent | Area (sq mi) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 33503 | 196 | $58,125 | $462,500 | N/A | 0.6 |
| 33534 | 18,018 | $73,600 | $274,000 | $1,364 | 13.2 |
| 33547 | 31,268 | $121,769 | $477,300 | $2,114 | 160.6 |
| 33569 | 26,613 | $97,500 | $330,700 | $2,167 | 13.9 |
| 33572 | 25,045 | $113,775 | $430,900 | $2,057 | 13.1 |
| 33573 | 30,820 | $68,431 | $270,600 | $1,951 | 16.8 |
| 33578 | 58,474 | $80,223 | $298,000 | $1,766 | 20.8 |
| 33579 | 45,373 | $113,568 | $374,600 | $2,106 | 21.6 |
| 33598 | 29,119 | $91,649 | $352,800 | $1,279 | 84.2 |
Balm, FL has 9 ZIP codes with a combined population of 264,926. The average median household income across all ZIP codes is $90,960. The average median home value is $363,489. The average median monthly rent is -$74,072,429.
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