Babson Park, FL

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 8/10
home Housing 8/10
visibility Safety 6/10
local_library Schools 6/10
local_airport Airports 9/10
school Colleges 3/10
accessibility Hospitals 2/10
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
Convenient Commutes. Commutes are manageable, with reasonable travel times and access to reliable 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
Relatively Affordable. Housing and rent are moderately priced, and the overall cost of living is manageable for the average household.
visibility Safety
Moderately Safe. The area experiences moderate crime levels; while safe in many aspects, some caution may be necessary.
local_airport Airports
Very Accessible. Reaching the airport is easy and manageable, suitable for most travel needs.
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
Higher Education Desert. The area has little to no access to colleges, requiring significant travel or relocation for education.
local_library Schools
Strong Performance. Well-regarded schools with above-average academic outcomes, dependable graduation success, and solid support for college preparation.

Residents

Population
1,156 332.4M (US)
Median Age
22.3 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
66.2% 64% (US)
College-Educated
3.8% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$56,500 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
79.2% 88% (US)
Average Commute
20 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
21.2% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$163,700 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$382 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$545 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
56.7% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Polk County
4
Lakeland-Winter Haven 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

Polk County
4
Lakeland-Winter Haven Metro Area
4
Florida
5

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 2 0 61
Feb 3 0 64
Mar 4 0 68
Apr 2 0 72
May 3 0 78
Jun 7 0 82
Jul 8 0 83
Aug 8 0 83
Sep 6 0 81
Oct 3 0 76
Nov 2 0 69
Dec 2 0 63

Hazards

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is deep red country, with 38% of residents leaning left and 58% leaning right.

Liberal (39%) (59%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 64%
Hillary Clinton 33%
Other 3%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District 18, FL State Senate District 27, FL State House District 48, FL
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Schools

Dale R Fair Babson Park Elementary
<1 miles, S • 4.1 star
Bok Academy
4 miles, W • 4.1 star
Hillcrest Elementary School
5 miles, N • 4.1 star
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Colleges

Webber International University
<1 miles, N • 1.9 star
Warner University
4 miles, W • 1.9 star
Polk State College
18 miles, N • 1.9 star
South Florida State College
18 miles, S • 1.4 star
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Hospitals

Adventhealth Lake Wales
5 miles, N • 1.4 star
Winter Haven Hospital
18 miles, N • 1.4 star
Bartow Regional Medical Center
20 miles, NW • 3.2 star
Adventhealth Sebring
20 miles, S • 4.1 star
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Airports

Orlando International Airport
43 miles, NE • 4.6 star
Melbourne International Airport
57 miles, E • 1 star
Tampa International Airport
62 miles, NW • 3.7 star
Orlando Sanford International Airport
68 miles, NE • 2.8 star
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