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Pine Ridge CDP (Citrus County), Florida Retirement Guide

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Retirement Score

Pine Ridge CDP (Citrus County), Florida at a Glance

Median Home Price
$675,000
State Income Tax
No state income tax; Social Security and pension income fully exempt.
Avg January Low
54°F
Cost of Living Index
102.3 (US avg = 100)
RetireCityIQ Score
44 / 100

Overview

Explore the key retirement factors for Pine Ridge CDP (Citrus County), Florida, including cost of living, taxes, healthcare quality, and climate data.

Cost of Living

Affordability Metrics

Cost of Living Index
102.3 (U.S. avg = 100)Low confidence
BEA Regional Price Parities · Updated May 2026
Median Household Income
$124,079High confidence
U.S. Census ACS 5-Year · Updated October 2026

Pine Ridge CDP (Citrus County)'s cost of living is 2.299999999999997% above the national average. For a detailed breakdown of expenses, see our cost of living methodology.

Housing

Real Estate & Housing

Median Home Price
$675,000High confidence
U.S. Census ACS 5-Year · Updated October 2026
Median Monthly Rent
$2,094High confidence
U.S. Census ACS 5-Year · Updated October 2026
Owner-Occupied Housing
92.3%High confidence
U.S. Census ACS 5-Year · Updated October 2026

10-Year Housing Stress Test (Estimate)

Estimate monthly homeowner carrying cost in Pine Ridge CDP (Citrus County) using median home price and adjustable assumptions. Stress case applies +10% property tax, +20% insurance, +10% maintenance.

Estimated monthly carrying cost

$1,463

Stress-case monthly carrying cost

$1,643

Median home price used: $675,000

Median rent reference: $2,094 / month

Estimate includes property tax, insurance, maintenance reserve, and HOA. It excludes mortgage, utilities, and one-time transaction costs.

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Healthcare

Access & Quality

Healthcare Access Score
Care Access (Proxy)
0 / 100Estimated
RetireCityIQ proxy model · Updated June 2026
Aging-in-Place Score
39.2 / 100Estimated
RetireCityIQ proxy model · Updated June 2026

Quality of care and specialist availability are critical for a successful retirement. Pine Ridge CDP (Citrus County) scores 0 out of 100 for healthcare access.

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Taxes

State Tax Climate

Retirement Tax Score
100 / 100High confidence
Tax Foundation · Updated October 2026
Tax Details
No state income tax; Social Security and pension income fully exempt.High confidence
Tax Foundation · Updated October 2026

Florida has a tax environment that is highly favorable for retirees.Read more in our detailed Florida tax guide.

Climate

Weather & Environment

Avg July High
Avg January Low
Annual Precipitation
Sunny Days / Year

With 330 sunny days a year and an average January low of 54°F, Pine Ridge CDP (Citrus County) offers a mild winter climate.

Safety & Walkability

Community Safety

Safety Score
98 / 100Low confidence
FBI Crime Data Explorer · Updated June 2026

Walkability

Walk Score (proxy)
0 / 100Low confidence
U.S. Census ACS 5-Year (B08301) · Updated June 2026
Transit Score (proxy)
0 / 100Low confidence
U.S. Census ACS 5-Year (B08301) · Updated June 2026

Demographics

Population Profile

Population
1,640High confidence
U.S. Census ACS 5-Year · Updated October 2026
Median Age
57.0High confidence
U.S. Census ACS 5-Year · Updated October 2026
Age 65+
27.9%High confidence
U.S. Census ACS 5-Year · Updated October 2026
Veterans
4.8%High confidence
U.S. Census ACS 5-Year · Updated October 2026
Bachelor's Degree+
54.5%High confidence
U.S. Census ACS 5-Year · Updated October 2026

Diversity Breakdown

White
93.3%High confidence
U.S. Census ACS 5-Year · Updated October 2026
Black
0.0%High confidence
U.S. Census ACS 5-Year · Updated October 2026
Hispanic/Latino
5.1%High confidence
U.S. Census ACS 5-Year · Updated October 2026
Asian
6.2%High confidence
U.S. Census ACS 5-Year · Updated October 2026

Frequently asked questions about retiring in Pine Ridge CDP (Citrus County)

What is the cost of living in Pine Ridge CDP (Citrus County), Florida for retirees?▾

The cost-of-living index is 102, roughly 2% above the national average of 100. Median home price is around $675,000.

Does Florida tax Social Security or retirement income?▾

For Florida residents: No state income tax; Social Security and pension income fully exempt.

What is the climate like in Pine Ridge CDP (Citrus County), Florida?▾

Pine Ridge CDP (Citrus County), Florida has January average low around 54°F, July average high around 91°F. Climate normals are based on 30-year averages from NOAA's National Centers for Environmental Information.

What is healthcare access like in Pine Ridge CDP (Citrus County), Florida?▾

Pine Ridge CDP (Citrus County) scores 0/100 on the RetireCityIQ healthcare access index — a limited score. The index combines CMS hospital quality ratings, Medicare Advantage plan availability, and hospitals per 100,000 residents (KFF + CMS data).

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