Buckhead Ridge, FL

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car 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
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
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
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
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%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 73%
Hillary Clinton 25%
Other 2%

Schools

Osceola Middle School
7 miles, NE 2.8 star
South Elementary School
7 miles, NE 3.7 star
Central Elementary School
8 miles, NE 3.2 star

Colleges

Fortis Institute-Port Saint Lucie
38 miles, E 1.4 star
Indian River State College
38 miles, E 1.4 star
Fort Pierce Beauty Academy
39 miles, E 1 star

Hospitals

Raulerson Hospital
10 miles, NE 2.3 star
Hendry Regional Medical Center
26 miles, SW 3.2 star
Lakeside Medical Center
31 miles, S 3.2 star
St Lucie Medical Center
38 miles, E 2.3 star

Airports

Palm Beach International Airport
58 miles, SE 2.8 star
Melbourne International Airport
69 miles, NE 1 star
Punta Gorda Airport
70 miles, W 1.9 star