Balm, FL

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 4/10
home Housing 6/10
visibility Safety 8/10
local_library Schools 4/10
local_airport Airports 8/10
school Colleges 6/10
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
Moderately Priced. The area has a balanced cost of living, with housing and rent costs that are neither particularly high nor low.
visibility Safety
Generally Safe. Crime rates are below average, with only occasional incidents, making the area a relatively secure place to live.
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
Moderately Accessible. Colleges are available within a reasonable distance, but options may be more limited in number or quality.
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
5,362 332.4M (US)
Median Age
33.5 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
72.6% 64% (US)
College-Educated
24.2% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$104,347 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
98.3% 88% (US)
Average Commute
43 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
8.4% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$312,600 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$635 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$1,433 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
82.4% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Hillsborough County
3
Tampa-St. Petersburg-Clearwater 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

Hillsborough County
3
Tampa-St. Petersburg-Clearwater Metro Area
4
Florida
5

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 2 0 61
Feb 3 0 64
Mar 3 0 67
Apr 2 0 71
May 3 0 77
Jun 7 0 81
Jul 8 0 82
Aug 8 0 83
Sep 7 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 a true purple area, with voters evenly split, with 48% of residents leaning left and 49% leaning right.

Liberal (48%) (49%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 52%
Hillary Clinton 45%
Other 3%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District 16, FL State Senate District 20, FL State House District 70, FL
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Schools

Southshore Charter Academy
3 miles, N • 3.7 star
Wimauma Elementary School
3 miles, SW • 1.9 star
Reddick Elementary School
3 miles, SW • 1.9 star
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Colleges

Hillsborough Community College
16 miles, N • 1.9 star
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Hospitals

South Bay Hospital
5 miles, W • 3.2 star
Brandon Regional Hospital
12 miles, NE • 2.3 star
Tampa General Hospital
16 miles, N • 3.2 star
Memorial Hospital of Tampa
18 miles, N • 3.2 star
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Airports

Tampa International Airport
21 miles, N • 3.7 star
Punta Gorda Airport
60 miles, S • 1.9 star
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