Fort White, FL

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 2/10
directions_run Walkability 2/10
directions_bus Transit 2/10
directions_car Commute 7/10
home Housing 7/10
visibility Safety 5/10
local_library Schools 7/10
local_airport Airports 2/10
school Colleges 6/10
accessibility Hospitals 5/10
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
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
Strong Performance. Well-regarded schools with above-average academic outcomes, dependable graduation success, and solid support for college preparation.

Residents

Population
638 332.4M (US)
Median Age
34.9 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
75.0% 64% (US)
College-Educated
15.7% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$52,315 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
78.6% 88% (US)
Average Commute
27 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
4.5% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$192,800 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$349 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$641 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
64.1% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Columbia County
6
Lake City Urban Area
6
Florida
5

Property Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing theft, burglary, or property damage.

How the Property Crime Score here compares with other places

Columbia County
6
Lake City Urban Area
6
Florida
5

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 4 0 53
Feb 4 0 56
Mar 4 0 60
Apr 3 0 67
May 3 0 74
Jun 6 0 80
Jul 7 0 81
Aug 8 0 81
Sep 6 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 29% of residents leaning left and 67% leaning right.

Liberal (30%) (68%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 76%
Hillary Clinton 22%
Other 2%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District 3, FL State Senate District 6, FL State House District 10, FL
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Schools

Fort White Elementary School
<1 miles, N • 3.7 star
Fort White High School
<1 miles, NE • 3.2 star
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Colleges

Florida Gateway College
20 miles, NE • 1.4 star
Santa Fe College
24 miles, SE • 1.9 star
City College-Gainesville
26 miles, S • 1.4 star
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Hospitals

Lake City Medical Center
18 miles, NE • 3.2 star
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Airports

Gainesville Regional Airport
31 miles, SE • 1 star
Valdosta Regional Airport
68 miles, N • 1 star
Jacksonville International Airport
73 miles, E • 2.8 star
Tallahassee International Airport
103 miles, NW • 1.4 star
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