Desoto Lakes, FL

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 3/10
directions_run Walkability 2/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 6/10
home Housing 7/10
visibility Safety 5/10
local_library Schools 5/10
local_airport Airports 5/10
school Colleges 4/10
accessibility Hospitals 7/10
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
Adequate Access. Healthcare facilities are available within a reasonable distance, but options may be limited in number or specialization.
school Colleges
Limited Access. Few colleges are nearby, and travel or relocation may be necessary for quality higher education opportunities.
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
2,193 332.4M (US)
Median Age
41.8 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
73.2% 64% (US)
College-Educated
15.4% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$72,083 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
80.8% 88% (US)
Average Commute
29 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
2.2% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$332,700 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$554 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$1,330 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
71.3% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Sarasota County
3
North Port-Bradenton-Sarasota 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

Sarasota County
4
North Port-Bradenton-Sarasota Metro Area
4
Florida
5

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 2 0 61
Feb 2 0 64
Mar 4 0 67
Apr 2 0 71
May 2 0 77
Jun 9 0 81
Jul 8 0 82
Aug 9 0 82
Sep 7 0 81
Oct 2 0 76
Nov 2 0 69
Dec 2 0 63

Hazards

Coastal Flood Risk

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 48%
Hillary Clinton 48%
Other 3%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District 17, FL State Senate District 22, FL State House District 74, FL
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Schools

Nur Academy
<1 miles, SW
Gocio Elementary School
1 miles, SW • 3.2 star
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Colleges

Ringling College of Art and Design
3 miles, W • 1.4 star
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Hospitals

Lakewood Ranch Medical Center
4 miles, E • 4.1 star
Sarasota Memorial Hospital
5 miles, SW • 5 star
Doctors Hospital of Sarasota
6 miles, S • 4.1 star
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Airports

Tampa International Airport
41 miles, N • 3.7 star
Punta Gorda Airport
45 miles, S • 1.9 star
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