Wabasso, FL — City Data, Demographics & Statistics
Indian River County · Florida
City DNA
A unique fingerprint for Wabasso based on 8 key metrics — compared to averages.
Quick Stats
Population
1,648
2023 ACS
Median Income
$66,771
2023
Median Home Value
$413,600
2023
Median Rent
$944
2023
Median Age
51.7
Unemployment
1.4%
Cost of Living Index
115.9
100 = national avg
Wabasso is a city in Indian River County, Florida, with a population of 1,648 according to the 2023 American Community Survey. Wabasso is one of the communities in Florida.
The median household income in Wabasso is $66,771, and the median home value is $413,600. The cost of living index is 115.9 (where 100 = national average), and the median rent is $944 per month. The unemployment rate is 1.4%, and the median age is 51.7 years.
People & Demographics
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2023)Population
Total Population
1,648
Male
758
46.0%
Female
890
54.0%
Median Age
51.7
Age Distribution
Education & Household
Bachelor's or Higher
29.4%
High School or Higher
51.3%
Foreign Born
14.4%
Veterans
5.5%
Married
43.2%
Avg Household Size
2.7
Marital Status by Age
Race & Ethnicity
Diversity Index
0.632
Simpson's Index (0-1)
Largest Group
White
43.6%
Foreign Born
14.4%
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
16.7%
275 people
Not Hispanic/Latino
83.3%
Hispanic/Latino Detail
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2023)Languages Spoken
Total Speakers (5+)
1,624
English Only
83.1%
#1 Non-English Language
Spanish
237 speakers
Limited English
1.9%
Language Distribution
English Proficiency
Speaks English Very Well
98.2%
Limited English Proficiency
1.9%
Veterans & Military
Total Veterans
91
5.5% of population
Disability Rate
47.3%
43 with disability
Period of Service
Veteran Age Distribution
Male Veterans
91
100.0%
Disability Status
With Disability
43
Without Disability
48
Disability Rate
47.3%
Ancestry & Heritage
Total Reporting Ancestry
968
#1 Ancestry
Irish
14.1% (233)
#2 Ancestry
American
12.2% (201)
#3 Ancestry
German
8.1% (133)
Top 13 Ancestries
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2023)Families & Households
Total Households
623
Family Households
370
59.4%
Married Couples
317
50.9%
Non-Family Households
253
40.6%
Single Mother Households
53
8.5%
Single Father Households
0
0.0%
Living Alone
242
38.8%
Children Under 18
Total Children
212
In Married Couple
113
53.3%
With Single Mother
99
46.7%
With Single Father
0
0.0%
Family Income
Median Family Income
$125,217
Married Couple Income
$129,219
Avg Family Size
2.7
Avg Non-Family Size
2.9
Grandparents w/ Grandchildren
43
Grandparents Responsible
0
Economy
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2023)Income Overview
Median Household Income
$66,771
-9% vs national
Per Capita Income
$37,466
+1% vs national
Poverty Rate
2.6%
-81% vs national
Gini Index
0.3961
0 = perfect equality
Unemployment
1.4%
-73% vs national
SNAP Recipients
9.3%
of households
How Wabasso Compares
Wabasso vs Similar Cities
Compared to cities with under 10,000 residents. Wabasso is highlighted.
Median Household Income
Wabasso, FL has a median household income of $66,771, making it the 13,498th highest median household income out of 28,123 cities in our database. This means that Wabasso has a higher median household income than 52% of all the cities we measured.
Per Capita Income
Wabasso, FL has a per capita income of $37,466, making it the 10,259th highest per capita income out of 28,123 cities in our database. This means that Wabasso has a higher per capita income than 64% of all the cities we measured.
Poverty Rate
Wabasso, FL has a poverty rate of 2.6%, making it the 26,950th highest poverty rate out of 31,262 cities in our database. This means that Wabasso has a higher poverty rate than 14% of all the cities we measured.
Unemployment Rate
Wabasso, FL has a unemployment rate of 1.4%, making it the 22,249th highest unemployment rate out of 31,012 cities in our database. This means that Wabasso has a higher unemployment rate than 28% of all the cities we measured.
Where Do You Stack Up?
Enter your household income to see how you compare to other households in Wabasso. The median household income here is $66,771.
Income Distribution
Employment Snapshot
Unemployment Rate
1.4%
-72% vs FL avg
Labor Force
864
Employed
852
How People Get to Work
Employment by Sector
Education & Workforce
Bachelor's Degree+
29.4%
of adults 25+
High School Diploma+
51.3%
of adults 25+
Median Age
51.7
Work from Home
21.7%
of workers
Top Occupations & Wages
Source: Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS (2024)
Data represents the Sebastian-Vero Beach-West Vero Corridor, FL metro area
Highest-Paying Job
General and Operations Managers
Top Median Wage
$81.5K
per year
Occupations Tracked
20
Cost of Living
Overall Index
115.9
100 = national avg
+15.9 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$50,976
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$120,490
per year
Cost Index by Category
100 = national average. Higher = more expensive.
Fair Market Rent
Source: HUD
1 Bedroom
$1,222
per month
2 Bedroom
$1,604
per month
The median household income in Wabasso, FL is $66,771, which is 8.8% below the national average of $73,224. Per capita income is $37,466. The poverty rate of 2.6% is lower than the FL state average of 13.5%. The Gini index of income inequality is 0.3961, where 0 represents perfect equality and 1 represents maximum inequality. The unemployment rate is 1.4%, compared to the state average of 4.9%. The labor force is 864. 29.4% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. About 66.0% of workers drive alone to work. The overall cost of living index is 115.9, which is 15.9% above the national average. Housing costs are above the national average at an index of 140.4. A single adult needs to earn approximately $50,976 per year to cover basic expenses.
Housing & Real Estate
Market SnapshotRedfin — January 2026
Median Sale Price
$299,990
Median List Price
$632,351
Price Per Sq Ft
$197
Days on Market
198
Active Inventory
33
Months of Supply
33.0
Buyer's market
Market CompetitivenessRedfin
Sold Above List
0.0%
Off Market in 2 Weeks
33.3%
Sale-to-List Ratio
100.0%
Seller's market
Price TrendsRedfin
Market ActivityRedfin
Homes Sold
1
New Listings
8
Pending Sales
6
Price Per Square FootRedfin
Median Sale $/SF
$197
Median List $/SF
$285
House Price IndexFHFA
How much have housing prices increased in Wabasso, FL? According to the Federal Housing Finance Agency (FHFA) House Price Index for the Sebastian-Vero Beach-West Vero Corridor, FL metro area, home prices have risen 433.6% over the past 40 years. Over 20 years, prices grew 62.2%. The 10-year growth rate is 130.4%. Over the last 5 years, prices increased 58.0%. In the most recent 2-year period, the index rose 0.3%. The FHFA HPI tracks average price changes in repeat sales or refinancings of single-family properties with conforming mortgages. Because this is a metro-level index, it reflects the broader Sebastian-Vero Beach-West Vero Corridor, FL housing market rather than Wabasso alone.
Metro area: Sebastian-Vero Beach-West Vero Corridor, FL
Wabasso vs Similar CitiesCensus ACS / Redfin
Compared to cities with under 10,000 residents. Wabasso is highlighted.
Median Home Value
Wabasso, FL has a median home value of $413,600, making it the 4,273rd highest median home value out of 27,993 cities in our database. This means that Wabasso has a higher median home value than 85% of all the cities we measured.
Median Rent
Wabasso, FL has a median rent of $944, making it the 11,304th highest median rent out of 22,337 cities in our database. This means that Wabasso has a higher median rent than 49% of all the cities we measured.
Median Price Per Sq Ft
Wabasso, FL has a price per square foot of $197, making it the 8,300th highest price per square foot out of 20,748 cities in our database. This means that Wabasso has a higher price per square foot than 60% of all the cities we measured.
Rent Burden
Wabasso, FL has a rent burden of 17.0%, making it the 13,511th highest rent burden out of 21,928 cities in our database. This means that Wabasso has a higher rent burden than 38% of all the cities we measured.
Census Housing DataU.S. Census Bureau ACS 2023
Median Home Value
$413,600
Median Rent
$944
Total Housing Units
781
Vacancy Rate
20.2%
Owner Occupied
65.8%
Renter Occupied
34.2%
Median Property Tax
$2,370
per year
Monthly Cost (w/ Mortgage)
$796
Housing Types
Property TaxU.S. Census Bureau ACS 2023
Median Property Tax
$2,370
per year
Effective Tax Rate
0.57%
of home value
Median Home Value
$413,600
Estimated Mean Tax
$2,781
The effective property tax rate is calculated by dividing the median annual property tax ($2,370) by the median home value ($413,600). In Wabasso, FL, this works out to an effective rate of 0.57%. This is below the national average of approximately 1.1%.
The current median sale price in Wabasso, FL is $299,990 according to Redfin data. Homes spend a median of 198 days on the market. 0.0% of homes sold above asking price. The market has 33.0 months of supply. The median price per square foot is $197. The median rent is $944 per month (Census ACS). About 65.8% of housing units are owner-occupied. The median year homes were built is 1993. There are 781 total housing units. Homeowners pay a median annual property tax of $2,370. The effective tax rate is 0.57%, below the national average.
Crime data is not yet available for Wabasso. The FBI UCR/NIBRS program does not cover all jurisdictions.
Natural Hazard Risk
Source: FEMA National Risk IndexRisk Score
95.6
Relatively High
Expected Annual Loss
94.7
Score (0-100)
Social Vulnerability
64.2
Score (0-100)
Community Resilience
60.5
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
35
Public Assistance
$120.6M
Individual Assistance
$41.9M
Most Common Type
Hurricane
22 declarations
Public Assistance by Category
| Disaster | Type | Date | PA $ | IA $ |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hurricane Milton → | Hurricane | Oct 2024 | $4.4M | $3.8M |
| Hurricane Milton → | Hurricane | Oct 2024 | — | — |
| Hurricane Nicole → | Hurricane | Dec 2022 | $8.0M | $5K |
| Tropical Storm Nicole → | Tropical Storm | Nov 2022 | — | — |
| Hurricane Ian → | Hurricane | Sep 2022 | $3.1M | $307K |
| Tropical Storm Ian → | Hurricane | Sep 2022 | — | — |
| Hurricane Isaias → | Hurricane | Aug 2020 | $85K | — |
| Covid-19 Pandemic → | Biological | Mar 2020 | $6.2M | $1.2M |
| Covid-19 → | Biological | Mar 2020 | — | — |
| Hurricane Dorian → | Hurricane | Oct 2019 | $6.1M | — |
| Hurricane Dorian → | Hurricane | Aug 2019 | — | — |
| Hurricane Irma → | Hurricane | Sep 2017 | $11.5M | $2.4M |
| Hurricane Irma → | Hurricane | Sep 2017 | — | — |
| Hurricane Matthew → | Hurricane | Oct 2016 | $12.1M | $151K |
| Hurricane Matthew → | Hurricane | Oct 2016 | — | — |
| Tropical Storm Fay → | Severe Storm | Aug 2008 | $111K | — |
| Okeechobee Fire Complex → | Fire | Jun 2007 | — | — |
| Hurricane Wilma → | Hurricane | Oct 2005 | $3.1M | $472K |
| Hurricane Katrina Evacuation → | Hurricane | Sep 2005 | — | — |
| Hurricane Jeanne → | Hurricane | Sep 2004 | $31.4M | $20.1M |
Showing 20 of 39 disasters
PA = FEMA Public Assistance (infrastructure recovery). IA = Individual Assistance (homeowner/renter aid).
Flood Insurance (NFIP)
Source: FEMA NFIPTotal Claims
3,348
Total Claims Paid
$67,001,981
Avg Claim Payout
$20,013
County-level NFIP data from FEMA National Flood Insurance Program.
Hazard Mitigation
Source: FEMA Hazard Mitigation AssistanceMitigation Projects
17
Federal Funding
$2,268,316
Properties Protected
9
Avg Benefit-Cost Ratio
5.73
BCR
Top Mitigation Project Types
| Project Type | Projects | Federal $ |
|---|---|---|
| 205.8: Retrofitting Public Structures - Wind | 8 | $1,747,577 |
| 300.2: Vegetation Management - Wildfire | 6 | $514,177 |
| 95.1: FMA or CRS Plan | 2 | $0 |
| 205.7: Retrofitting Private Structures - Wind | 1 | $6,562 |
Federally funded projects to reduce future disaster risk. Only includes completed or obligated projects.
Wabasso has a relatively high overall natural hazard risk rating according to FEMA's National Risk Index. The top hazard risks are hurricane, lightning, wildfire. The area has had 35 federal disaster declarations. The most common disaster type is hurricane (22 declarations). 3,348 flood insurance claims have been filed in the area. FEMA has obligated $120,551,141 in public assistance recovery funding. $41,868,041 has been distributed in individual assistance to disaster-affected residents. 17 hazard mitigation projects have been funded to reduce future risk.
Health
Community Health
Source: CDC PLACES
Obesity Rate
27.6%
8.5pp below the national average
Depression Rate
15.5%
8.0pp below the national average
Diabetes Rate
14.5%
2.6pp above the national average
Uninsured Rate
9.2%
1.4pp below 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
42.0%
Arthritis
32.6%
Cancer (excl. skin)
11.8%
Teeth Lost (65+)
9.4%
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
13.6%
14+ days in past month
Depression
15.5%
Loneliness
—
Lack of Support
—
Disability Prevalence
Any Disability
29.2%
Mobility
15.3%
Cognitive
11.0%
Hearing
8.1%
Vision
5.0%
Self-Care
3.9%
Independent Living
7.0%
Wabasso has an obesity rate of 27.6%, which is 8.5pp below the national average. The depression rate is 15.5%, 8.0pp below the national average. About 9.2% of adults lack health insurance. 83.0% 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
3.0 / 5
Nearest Hospital
4.2 mi
Orlando Health Sebastian River...
| Hospital | Distance | Type | Rating | ER |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Orlando Health Sebastian River Hospital | 4.2 mi | Acute Care Hospitals | 3/5 | Yes |
| Cleveland Clinic Indian River Hospital | 8.0 mi | Acute Care Hospitals | 4/5 | Yes |
| Hca Florida Lawnwood Hospital | 22.3 mi | Acute Care Hospitals | 1/5 | Yes |
| Palm Bay Hospital | 23.6 mi | Acute Care Hospitals | 4/5 | Yes |
| Holmes Regional Medical Center | 25.2 mi | Acute Care Hospitals | 3/5 | Yes |
Infrastructure
Commute Overview2023 ACS
Drive Alone
66.0%
-16% vs national
Work From Home
21.7%
+133% vs national
Carpool
12.3%
How Wabasso's Commute ComparesCensus ACS 2023
How People Get to WorkCensus ACS 2023
Commute Mode BreakdownCensus ACS 2023
Commute data for Wabasso, FL covers travel times and transportation modes. 66.0% of workers drive alone, compared to the national average of 78.7%. 21.7% work from home, which is above the FL state average of 13.8%. 12.3% of workers carpool.
Internet & Broadband Access
Source: Census ACSBroadband Access
78.3%
of households
Cable / Fiber / DSL
71.9%
of households
No Internet
17.8%
of households
Total Households
623
Internet Subscription Types
Device Ownership
Source: Census ACSHas Computer
82.2%
of households
Smartphone
79.9%
of households
Desktop / Laptop
82.2%
of households
Tablet
78.2%
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).
Wabasso 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
78.3% of households in Wabasso have broadband internet access. 71.9% have cable, fiber, or DSL service. 6.4% rely solely on cellular data without a wired connection. 17.8% of households have no internet access.
Politics & Government
County-level data: Election results are reported at the county level. Wabasso is located in Indian River County, FL. Results reflect all voters in the county, not just those in Wabasso.
Election Overview
Source: Indian River County (2024)2024 Winner
Republican
Dem Votes
35,654
36.0%
GOP Votes
62,737
63.4%
Total Votes
99,015
Margin
R+27.4%
Shift from 2020
R+5.8pp
vs prior election
Election History
Source: County-Level Election Results| Year | Dem Votes | GOP Votes | Total | Dem % | GOP % | Margin |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 35,654 | 62,737 | 99,015 | 36.0% | 63.4% | R+27.4 |
| 2020 | 37,844 | 58,872 | 97,484 | 38.8% | 60.4% | R+21.6 |
| 2016 | 28,997 | 48,564 | 79,897 | 36.3% | 60.8% | R+24.5 |
In the 2024 presidential election, Indian River County recorded 99,015 total votes. Republicans won the county with 63.4% of the vote compared to 36.0% for Democrats, a margin of R+27.4%. Compared to 2020, the margin shifted R+5.8pp from the previous election. Since 2016, Indian River County has shifted 2.9 percentage points toward Republicans.
Nonprofits Overview
Source: IRS Exempt Organizations BMFTotal Nonprofits
12
Total Assets
$25K
Total Income
$403K
Per 10K Residents
72.8
nonprofits
-53.8% vs peers avg
Orgs with >$1M Assets
0
Median Assets
$13K
Oldest Active
1969
ruling year
Newest Org
2025
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 Wabasso
Source: IRS Exempt Organizations BMF| Organization | Category | Assets | Income | Est. | IRS |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| INTERHOPE INC | Religion | $22K | $391K | 2005 | |
| LDOR VDOR FOUNDATION INC | Arts & Culture | $3K | $12K | 2022 |
Wabasso, FL has 12 registered 501(c)(3) nonprofit organizations with combined assets of $25K. The most common category is Religion-Related, with 5 organizations. That works out to 72.8 nonprofits per 10,000 residents. The oldest active nonprofit dates back to 1969.
ZIP Code Overview
Source: Census ACSZIP Codes
6
Total Population
105,061
Avg Median Income
$71,072
Avg Home Value
-$110,780,778
ZIP Code Details
Source: Census ACS| ZIP Code | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Median Rent | Area (sq mi) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 32958 | 29,641 | $68,276 | $279,100 | $1,388 | 27.9 |
| 32960 | 24,697 | $52,350 | $254,400 | $1,171 | 11.1 |
| 32963 | 14,980 | $142,985 | $894,900 | $2,000 | 17.4 |
| 32967 | 26,219 | $73,875 | $394,800 | $1,425 | 40.0 |
| 32970 | 287 | $41,394 | N/A | N/A | 1.0 |
| 32976 | 9,237 | $47,552 | $158,800 | $1,340 | 24.3 |
Wabasso, FL has 6 ZIP codes with a combined population of 105,061. The average median household income across all ZIP codes is $71,072. The average median home value is -$110,780,778. The average median monthly rent is -$111,109,890.
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