Buckhead Ridge, FL
Livability
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Bikeability
1/10
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Walkability
1/10
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Transit
1/10
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Commute
8/10
home
Housing
9/10
visibility
Safety
8/10
local_library
Schools
7/10
local_airport
Airports
9/10
school
Colleges
3/10
accessibility
Hospitals
1/10
- directions_bike Bikeability
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Not Bikeable. The area lacks biking infrastructure and has unsafe or impractical conditions for cyclists, requiring alternative transportation methods.
- directions_run Walkability
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Not Walkable. The area is heavily car-dependent, with almost no amenities within walking distance or pedestrian-friendly infrastructure.
- directions_car Commute
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Convenient Commutes. Commutes are manageable, with reasonable travel times and access to reliable transportation options.
- directions_bus Transit
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Very Limited Access. The area has little to no public transportation infrastructure, making it difficult to travel without a personal vehicle.
- home Housing
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Relatively Affordable. Housing and rent are moderately priced, and the overall cost of living is manageable for the average household.
- visibility Safety
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Generally Safe. Crime rates are below average, with only occasional incidents, making the area a relatively secure place to live.
- local_airport Airports
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Very Accessible. Reaching the airport is easy and manageable, suitable for most travel needs.
- accessibility Hospitals
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Healthcare Scarce. The area has little to no access to hospitals or healthcare providers, requiring significant travel for most medical needs.
- school Colleges
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Higher Education Desert. The area has little to no access to colleges, requiring significant travel or relocation for education.
- local_library Schools
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Strong Performance. Well-regarded schools with above-average academic outcomes, dependable graduation success, and solid support for college preparation.
Residents
Population
886
332.4M (US)
Median Age
64.3 yr
39 yr (US)
Family Households
46.3%
64% (US)
College-Educated
8.5%
35% (US)
Economy
Median Income
$35,345
$79K (US)
Above Poverty
77.7%
88% (US)
Average Commute
20 mi
29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
5.6%
13% (US)
Housing
Median Home
$134,800
$303K (US)
Median Expenses
$328
$612 (US)
Median Rent
$1,058
$1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
44.0%
58% (US)
Crime
Violent Crime Score
Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.
How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places
Glades County
4
Clewiston Urban Area
5
Florida
5
Property Crime Score
Likelihood of experiencing theft, burglary, or property damage.
How the Property Crime Score here compares with other places
Glades County
3
Clewiston Urban Area
4
Florida
5
Climate
| Month | Rain (in) | Snow (in) | Temp (°F) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | 2 | 0 | 62 |
| Feb | 3 | 0 | 64 |
| Mar | 4 | 0 | 68 |
| Apr | 3 | 0 | 70 |
| May | 4 | 0 | 77 |
| Jun | 8 | 0 | 81 |
| Jul | 7 | 0 | 82 |
| Aug | 8 | 0 | 82 |
| Sep | 7 | 0 | 81 |
| Oct | 4 | 0 | 76 |
| Nov | 3 | 0 | 70 |
| Dec | 2 | 0 | 64 |
Hazards
Inland Flood Risk
Tornado Risk
Politics
Historical Voting Patterns
This place is deep red country, with 34% of residents leaning left and 62% leaning right.
Liberal (34%) (63%) Conservative2016 Presidential Election Results
Donald Trump 73%Related Legislative Districts
Congressional District 18, FL State Senate District 29, FL State House District 83, FLSchools
Osceola Middle School
7 miles, NE
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2.8
South Elementary School
7 miles, NE
•
3.7
Student Serv/Special Programs
8 miles, NE
Central Elementary School
8 miles, NE
•
3.2
Colleges
Fortis Institute-Port Saint Lucie
38 miles, E
•
1.4
Indian River State College
38 miles, E
•
1.4
Fort Pierce Beauty Academy
39 miles, E
•
1
Hospitals
Raulerson Hospital
10 miles, NE
•
2.3
Hendry Regional Medical Center
26 miles, SW
•
3.2
Lakeside Medical Center
31 miles, S
•
3.2
St Lucie Medical Center
38 miles, E
•
2.3
Airports
Palm Beach International Airport
58 miles, SE
•
2.8
Southwest Florida International Airport
68 miles, W
•
3.2
Melbourne International Airport
69 miles, NE
•
1
Punta Gorda Airport
70 miles, W
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1.9