Brevard County, FL

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 2/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 7/10
home Housing 6/10
visibility Safety 5/10
local_library Schools 7/10
local_airport Airports 5/10
school Colleges 3/10
accessibility Hospitals 5/10
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
Average Commutes. Travel times and convenience are typical, with some challenges during peak hours or in certain areas.
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
Safety Challenges. The area has higher crime rates, with a noticeable presence of violent or property crime requiring vigilance.
local_airport Airports
Limited Accessibility. Getting to the airport requires significant travel time or effort. Not ideal for frequent travel.
accessibility Hospitals
Limited Access. Few healthcare facilities are nearby, and travel may be necessary for specialized or higher-quality care.
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
620,533 332.4M (US)
Median Age
46.8 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
63.1% 64% (US)
College-Educated
33.5% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$75,817 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
90.5% 88% (US)
Average Commute
27 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
12.7% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$304,400 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$566 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$1,291 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
65.8% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Palm Bay-Melbourne-Titusville Metro Area
5
Florida
5
United States
4

Property Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing theft, burglary, or property damage.

How the Property Crime Score here compares with other places

Palm Bay-Melbourne-Titusville Metro Area
5
Florida
5
United States
4

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 2 0 60
Feb 3 0 62
Mar 3 0 66
Apr 2 0 70
May 3 0 76
Jun 7 0 81
Jul 7 0 82
Aug 7 0 82
Sep 6 0 80
Oct 3 0 75
Nov 2 0 68
Dec 2 0 62

Hazards

Coastal Flood Risk

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is a Republican stronghold, with 42% of residents leaning left and 54% leaning right.

Liberal (43%) (55%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 57%
Hillary Clinton 39%
Other 4%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District 8, FL State Senate District 19, FL State House District 32, FL
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Schools

Thomas Jefferson Middle School
3 miles, NE • 3.7 star
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Colleges

Academy of Cosmetology
7 miles, N • 1 star
Eastern Florida State College
7 miles, N • 1.4 star
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Hospitals

Steward Rockledge Hospital
3 miles, N • 2.3 star
Viera Hospital
5 miles, SW • 5 star
Cape Canaveral Hospital
6 miles, E • 5 star
Melbourne Regional Medical Center
13 miles, S • 1.4 star
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Airports

Melbourne International Airport
14 miles, S • 1 star
Orlando International Airport
38 miles, NW • 4.6 star
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