Ellenton, FL

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 3/10
directions_run Walkability 2/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 6/10
home Housing 6/10
visibility Safety 5/10
local_library Schools 4/10
local_airport Airports 6/10
school Colleges 4/10
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
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
Moderately Accessible. Access to the airport is reasonable, but it may require some planning or travel time.
accessibility Hospitals
Limited Access. Few healthcare facilities are nearby, and travel may be necessary for specialized or higher-quality care.
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
5,454 332.4M (US)
Median Age
44.3 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
70.0% 64% (US)
College-Educated
15.7% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$69,191 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
90.7% 88% (US)
Average Commute
29 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
6.5% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$278,100 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$418 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$1,455 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
61.5% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Manatee County
5
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

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

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 2 0 60
Feb 2 0 62
Mar 4 0 67
Apr 2 0 71
May 2 0 77
Jun 8 0 81
Jul 8 0 82
Aug 8 0 82
Sep 7 0 81
Oct 2 0 75
Nov 2 0 69
Dec 2 0 62

Hazards

Coastal Flood Risk

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is deep red country, with 37% of residents leaning left and 59% leaning right.

Liberal (37%) (60%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 63%
Hillary Clinton 34%
Other 3%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District 16, FL State Senate District 20, FL State House District 71, FL
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Schools

Blackburn Elementary School
<1 miles, NE • 2.3 star
Manatee School for the Arts
2 miles, W • 4.1 star
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Colleges

Manatee Technical College
6 miles, S • 1.4 star
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Hospitals

Manatee Memorial Hospital
3 miles, W • 1.4 star
Blake Medical Center
6 miles, W • 1.4 star
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Airports

Tampa International Airport
31 miles, N • 3.7 star
Punta Gorda Airport
53 miles, S • 1.9 star
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