Dixie County, 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 5/10
local_library Schools 5/10
local_airport Airports 3/10
school Colleges 6/10
accessibility Hospitals 4/10
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
Safety Challenges. The area has higher crime rates, with a noticeable presence of violent or property crime requiring vigilance.
local_airport Airports
Remote. Airport access is highly inconvenient or impractical, requiring extensive travel arrangements.
accessibility Hospitals
Limited Access. Few healthcare facilities are nearby, and travel may be necessary for specialized or higher-quality care.
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
16,952 332.4M (US)
Median Age
45.8 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
68.3% 64% (US)
College-Educated
8.1% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$47,655 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
82.1% 88% (US)
Average Commute
23 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
15.3% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$96,900 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$340 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$521 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
54.9% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

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

Florida
5
United States
4

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 4 0 53
Feb 4 0 56
Mar 5 0 61
Apr 3 0 66
May 2 0 74
Jun 7 0 79
Jul 7 0 81
Aug 8 0 81
Sep 5 0 78
Oct 3 0 70
Nov 2 0 62
Dec 3 0 55

Hazards

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is deep red country, with 28% of residents leaning left and 69% leaning right.

Liberal (28%) (70%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 80%
Hillary Clinton 19%
Other 1%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District 3, FL State Senate District 3, FL State House District 7, FL
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Schools

Ruth Rains Middle School
8 miles, E • 2.3 star
James M Anderson Elementary School
8 miles, E • 2.8 star
Dixie County High School
8 miles, E • 3.7 star

Colleges

Big Bend Technical College
41 miles, N • 1 star
Santa Fe College
49 miles, E • 1.9 star
City College-Gainesville
50 miles, E • 1.4 star

Hospitals

Doctors Memorial Hospital Inc
45 miles, N • 2.3 star

Airports

Gainesville Regional Airport
59 miles, E • 1 star
Valdosta Regional Airport
85 miles, N • 1 star
Tallahassee International Airport
89 miles, NW • 1.4 star
Jacksonville International Airport
113 miles, E • 2.8 star