Alva, FL

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 4/10
home Housing 5/10
visibility Safety 7/10
local_library Schools 5/10
local_airport Airports 6/10
school Colleges 4/10
accessibility Hospitals 3/10
directions_bike Bikeability
Not Bikeable. The area lacks biking infrastructure and has unsafe or impractical conditions for cyclists, requiring alternative transportation methods.
directions_run Walkability
Not Walkable. The area is heavily car-dependent, with almost no amenities within walking distance or pedestrian-friendly infrastructure.
directions_car Commute
Lengthy Commutes. Commutes are often time-consuming due to distance, congestion, or limited transportation options.
directions_bus Transit
Very Limited Access. The area has little to no public transportation infrastructure, making it difficult to travel without a personal vehicle.
home Housing
Expensive. The cost of housing and rent is above average, making it challenging for some to afford living in the area.
visibility Safety
Moderately Safe. The area experiences moderate crime levels; while safe in many aspects, some caution may be necessary.
local_airport Airports
Moderately Accessible. Access to the airport is reasonable, but it may require some planning or travel time.
accessibility Hospitals
Healthcare Scarce. The area has little to no access to hospitals or healthcare providers, requiring significant travel for most medical needs.
school Colleges
Limited Access. Few colleges are nearby, and travel or relocation may be necessary for quality higher education opportunities.
local_library Schools
Average to Mixed. Schools perform near average overall, though quality can vary by campus. Students have access to standard educational pathways, with some stronger programs available.

Residents

Population
3,279 332.4M (US)
Median Age
52.8 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
69.1% 64% (US)
College-Educated
30.3% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$83,551 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
87.8% 88% (US)
Average Commute
38 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
8.6% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$322,200 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$443 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$1,135 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
85.5% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Lee County
4
Cape Coral-Fort Myers Metro Area
4
Florida
5

Property Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing theft, burglary, or property damage.

How the Property Crime Score here compares with other places

Lee County
3
Cape Coral-Fort Myers Metro Area
3
Florida
5

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 2 0 61
Feb 2 0 64
Mar 3 0 68
Apr 2 0 72
May 4 0 77
Jun 8 0 80
Jul 8 0 82
Aug 8 0 82
Sep 7 0 80
Oct 3 0 76
Nov 2 0 70
Dec 2 0 64

Hazards

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is deep red country, with 35% of residents leaning left and 62% leaning right.

Liberal (35%) (63%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 68%
Hillary Clinton 30%
Other 2%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District 17, FL State Senate District 27, FL State House District 76, FL
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Schools

The Alva School
1 miles, SE • 3.2 star
River Hall Elementary School
5 miles, W • 2.8 star
Riverdale High School
6 miles, W • 4.1 star
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Colleges

Fort Myers Technical College
14 miles, W • 1.4 star
Florida Academy
15 miles, W
Sunstate Academy
18 miles, W • 1 star
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Hospitals

Lehigh Regional Medical Center
8 miles, SW • 3.2 star
Lee Memorial Hospital
17 miles, W • 3.2 star
Cape Coral Hospital
20 miles, W • 3.2 star
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Airports

Punta Gorda Airport
26 miles, NW • 1.9 star
Palm Beach International Airport
94 miles, SE • 2.8 star
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