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Living in Mount Dora, FL

A small city in Florida, Mount Dora has just under 14,000 residents. Retirees should feel right at home, as they account for 31% of the population compared to 14% nationally, while young professionals are less well-represented. With an average age of just over 48, the city's residents skew older than most cities in Florida. Home ownership is more common than renting in Mount Dora, and 37% of residents rent. At $1,090 per month, the average rent is just below the state average.

Mount Dora has an average commute time of about 27 minutes. Driving is the prevailing mode of getting to work, selected by 37% of residents, while public transit is not used extensively. Few commuters walk to work.

Many Mount Dora residents work in one of two industries: healthcare and retail. Together, these industries account for 14% of the labor force in the city. Meanwhile, looking at job function, many of the city's residents work in sales, making it the top career path in the city. With an average annual income of about $68,000, Mount Dora workers earn roughly the same as their peers elsewhere in Florida. However, Mount Dora compares less favorably to the national average ($73,345). Mount Dora has a relatively high concentration of residents older than 25 with advanced degrees compared to the national average (7%), as 9% have earned a Master's or a Doctoral degree. In addition, 14% possess a Bachelor's degree.

Who Lives Here

Mount Dora Demographics

Education

High School

26%

Associate's

19%

Bachelor's

11%

Master's

7%

Doctorate

37%

Family Size

2 people

62%

3 people

17%

4 people

10%

5 people

8%

6+ people

3%

Household Income

0-50k

48%

50-100k

31%

100-150k

13%

150-200k

3%

200k+

5%

Age

0-10

10%

10-20

8%

20-45

25%

45-65

23%

65+

34%

Affordability

How expensive is it in Mount Dora?

Percentage: 4/54/5

Renters gave this area a 4 out of 5 for affordability

Rent Trends

Studio1 Bed2 Beds3 Beds
Sep '23-$1405$1665$1846
Aug '23-$1415$1665$1838
Jul '23-$1480$1665$1830
Jun '23-$1544$1617$1822
May '23-$1386$1600$1814
Apr '23-$1552$1628$1802
Mar '23-$1712$1594$1795
Feb '23-$1672$1560$1824
Jan '23-$1474$1600$1824
Dec '22-$1386$1580$1824
Nov '22-$1386$1600$1792
Oct '22-$1386$1600$1814
Sep '22-$1549$1600$1802

*The rent information included in this summary is based on a median calculation of multifamily rental property inventory on Apartment Guide and Rent.com over the past 12-months and is for illustrative purposes only. This information does not constitute a pricing guarantee or financial advice related to the rental market.

Getting Around Mount Dora

Mount Dora Transportation

Commute Time

0-15 Mins

28%

15-30 Mins

30%

30-40 Mins

15%

40-60 Mins

21%

60+ Mins

6%

Transportation Scores

Percentage: 3030

Walk Score®

Walkable

Yes

Say 1 of 2 renters

Has Sidewalks

Yes

Say 1 of 2 renters

Percentage: 4242

Bike Score®

Bike Friendly

Yes

Say 1 of 2 renters

Top Scores: Retail, Gas, Health

Things To Do In Mount Dora

Top Score

Retail Shops

4/5 stars based on undefined reviews

Mount Dora's retail scene is in the bag.

  1. A high number of shops per resident
  2. An average number of shops
  3. Significantly more shops than areas of a similar size

Gas Stations

3.5/5 stars based on undefined reviews

Filling stations in Mount Dora are at full-throttle!

  1. Few gas stations per resident
  2. 62% fewer gas stations than average
  3. 53% fewer gas stations than areas of a similar size

Health and Fitness

3/5 stars based on undefined reviews

We'd be gym buddies with Mount Dora.

  1. A high number of gyms per resident
  2. 91% more gyms than average
  3. 79% more gyms than areas of a similar size

Pet Services

3/5 stars based on undefined reviews

It's pawsible that your pets will fall in love with Mount Dora.

  1. A high number of pet facilities per resident
  2. 14% fewer pet facilities than average
  3. 13% fewer pet facilities than areas of a similar size

Medical Care

3/5 stars based on undefined reviews

More of a gem than germ, this Mount Dora is not too bad for medical care.

  1. A high number of medical facilities per resident
  2. 37% fewer medical facilities than average
  3. A standard number of medical facilities compared to areas of a similar size

Grocery Stores

2.5/5 stars based on undefined reviews

Not bad on the supermarket score. Mount Dora gets an average rating.

  1. A high number of grocery stores per resident
  2. 38% fewer grocery stores than average
  3. 17% more grocery stores than areas of a similar size

Restaurants

2/5 stars based on undefined reviews

Mount Dora serves up a dining scene that's only lukewarm.

  1. A high number of restaurants per resident
  2. 15% fewer restaurants than average
  3. 24% more restaurants than areas of a similar size

Coffee

2/5 stars based on undefined reviews

The coffee scene is lukewarm in Mount Dora.

  1. A high number of coffee shops per resident
  2. 30% fewer coffee shops than average
  3. 18% more coffee shops than areas of a similar size

Nightlife

2/5 stars based on undefined reviews

You'll need to stock up the mini-bar. Mount Dora is running dry.

  1. A high number of bars and clubs per resident
  2. 40% fewer bars and clubs than average
  3. 82% more bars and clubs than areas of a similar size

Parks

2/5 stars based on undefined reviews

Not too many park perks in Mount Dora.

  1. A high number of parks per resident
  2. 15% more parks than average
  3. 36% more parks than areas of a similar size

Fine Arts

2/5 stars based on undefined reviews

You gotta Van Gogh somewhere else for art.

  1. A high number of fine art centers per resident
  2. 49% more fine art centers than average
  3. Significantly more fine art centers than areas of a similar size

Mount Dora Education

Schools

Percentage: 4/54/5

School Score

How satisfied do renters feel with the schools in this area.

Top Schools in Mount Dora

5/10

Triangle Elementary School

Grades PK-5 • Public

4/10

Eustis Heights Elementary School

Grades PK-5 • Public

4/10

Eustis Elementary School

Grades PK-5 • Public

5/10

Tavares Elementary School

Grades PK-5 • Public

3/10

Zellwood Elementary School

Grades PK-5 • Public

5/10

Sorrento Elementary School

Grades PK-5 • Public

Information provided by GreatSchools. To verify school enrollment eligibility, contact the school district directly.

All About

Living in Mount Dora, FL

A small city in Florida, Mount Dora has just under 14,000 residents. Retirees should feel right at home, as they account for 31% of the population compared to 14% nationally, while young professionals are less well-represented. With an average age of just over 48, the city's residents skew older than most cities in Florida. Home ownership is more common than renting in Mount Dora, and 37% of residents rent. At $1,090 per month, the average rent is just below the state average.

Mount Dora has an average commute time of about 27 minutes. Driving is the prevailing mode of getting to work, selected by 37% of residents, while public transit is not used extensively. Few commuters walk to work.

Many Mount Dora residents work in one of two industries: healthcare and retail. Together, these industries account for 14% of the labor force in the city. Meanwhile, looking at job function, many of the city's residents work in sales, making it the top career path in the city. With an average annual income of about $68,000, Mount Dora workers earn roughly the same as their peers elsewhere in Florida. However, Mount Dora compares less favorably to the national average ($73,345). Mount Dora has a relatively high concentration of residents older than 25 with advanced degrees compared to the national average (7%), as 9% have earned a Master's or a Doctoral degree. In addition, 14% possess a Bachelor's degree.

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