El Portal, FL

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 6/10
home Housing 3/10
visibility Safety 6/10
local_library Schools 5/10
local_airport Airports 8/10
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
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
Highly Expensive. Housing and rent costs are extremely high, contributing to a significantly elevated overall cost of living.
visibility Safety
Moderately Safe. The area experiences moderate crime levels; while safe in many aspects, some caution may be necessary.
local_airport Airports
Very Accessible. Reaching the airport is easy and manageable, suitable for most travel needs.
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
1,979 332.4M (US)
Median Age
40.3 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
59.5% 64% (US)
College-Educated
48.1% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$105,662 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
96.2% 88% (US)
Average Commute
28 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
7.1% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$658,500 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$691 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$2,342 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
83.6% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Miami-Dade County
6
Miami-Fort Lauderdale-West Palm Beach Metro 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

Miami-Dade County
7
Miami-Fort Lauderdale-West Palm Beach Metro Area
6
Florida
5

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 2 0 67
Feb 2 0 69
Mar 2 0 72
Apr 2 0 74
May 5 0 79
Jun 10 0 82
Jul 6 0 83
Aug 9 0 84
Sep 9 0 82
Oct 5 0 79
Nov 2 0 73
Dec 2 0 70

Hazards

Coastal Flood Risk

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is a Democratic stronghold, with 57% of residents leaning left and 39% leaning right.

Liberal (58%) (39%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 31%
Hillary Clinton 63%
Other 6%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District 24, FL State Senate District 34, FL State House District 108, FL
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Schools

Horace Mann Middle School
<1 miles, NW • 1.4 star
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Colleges

Barry University
2 miles, N • 2.8 star
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Hospitals

North Shore Medical Center
1 miles, NW • 1.4 star
Hialeah Hospital
5 miles, W • 2.3 star
Mount Sinai Medical Center
5 miles, SE • 3.2 star
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Airports

Miami International Airport
7 miles, W • 4.1 star
Palm Beach International Airport
58 miles, NE • 2.8 star
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