Median Age
44 Years
Largest Age Group
60-69 Years
Approximately 13% of Residents
Under 20
23%
Over 65
26%
Lake Placid
Lake Placid, FL Area Guide
Avg Rent
$840
Population
2,352
Renter Mix
45% Rent
Bask in the beauty of the Caladium Capital of the World
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Nestled alongside the eastern shores of Lake June-in-Winter, Lake Placid offers residents its own unique take on small-town charm. Lake Placid is regarded for its many fine art murals, which adorn numerous buildings scattered throughout the town, adding an artistic feel to the town’s quaint atmosphere.
Lake Placid is undeniably scenic, with its tranquil tree-lined roads, vast stretches of green space, and many freshwater lakes. Nicknamed “the Caladium Capital of the World,” Lake Placid naturally hosts an annual Caladium Festival every summer, bringing the local community together to enjoy the natural beauty their town is so revered for.
Lake Placid’s downtown area stretches along Main Avenue, boasting an array of local eateries and independent shops. A wide variety of houses, apartments, townhomes, and condos are all available for rent at an affordable rate in Lake Placid, making the community a top choice for many.
Demographics
Median Household Income
$42,860
Average: $53,045
Education
407
Residents Have a Degree
Job Market
761
Workers Employed
Age Distribution
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Housing Distribution
Lake Placid has more homeowners than renters.
Renters
45%
Non-Renters
55%
Education Distribution
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Bachelor's or Higher
16%
Other Education
84%
Rent Trends
As of April 2026, the average apartment rent in Lake Placid, FL is $838 for one bedroom, $914 for two bedrooms, and $1,869 for three bedrooms. Apartment rent in Lake Placid has increased by 3.4% in the past year.
Property Type
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Apartment
$838/month
650 Sq Ft
House
$1,966/month
1,128 Sq Ft
Getting Around
Explore how walkable, bikeable, drivable, and transit-friendly Lake Placid, FL is for everyday living.
Somewhat Walkable
Walkability
30
/ 100
Exceptionally Drivable
Drivability
100
/ 100
Somewhat Bikeable
Bikeability
20
/ 100
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Schools
Public
Grades PK-5
594 Students
Lake Country Elementary School
Public
Grades PK-5
685 Students
Public
Grades 6-8
621 Students
Public
Grades PK & 9-12
868 Students
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Methodology
† Our analysis of utilities, groceries, transportation, healthcare, home prices, and other goods and services is sourced from the Cost of Living Index, a respected benchmark published by the Council for Community and Economic Research (C2ER) that provides a thorough overview of living expenses across different regions.
Rent data is provided by CoStar Group’s Market Trend reports. As the industry leader in commercial real estate information, analytics, and news, CoStar conducts extensive research to produce and maintain a comprehensive database of commercial real estate information. We combine this data with public record to provide the most up-to-date rental information available.
Consumer goods, services, and home prices are sourced from the Cost of Living Index published by the Council for Community and Economic Research (C2ER). The data on this page is updated quarterly. It was last published in February 2026.
Demographic information comes from Neustar and combines detailed address data with U.S. Census and American Community Survey statistics to produce reliable local estimates.