Gainesville Metro Area, FL

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 3/10
directions_run Walkability 3/10
directions_bus Transit 2/10
directions_car Commute 7/10
home Housing 7/10
visibility Safety 4/10
local_library Schools 7/10
local_airport Airports 2/10
school Colleges 7/10
accessibility Hospitals 2/10
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
Healthcare Scarce. The area has little to no access to hospitals or healthcare providers, requiring significant travel for most medical needs.
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
344,521 332.4M (US)
Median Age
34.3 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
53.8% 64% (US)
College-Educated
40.9% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$58,946 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
81.2% 88% (US)
Average Commute
25 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
20.2% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$245,800 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$507 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$1,039 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
52.5% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

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 3 0 53
Feb 3 0 56
Mar 4 0 61
Apr 2 0 67
May 2 0 74
Jun 6 0 79
Jul 6 0 81
Aug 7 0 81
Sep 5 0 78
Oct 3 0 70
Nov 2 0 62
Dec 2 0 55

Hazards

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place leans blue, with 52% of residents leaning left and 43% leaning right.

Liberal (53%) (44%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 43%
Hillary Clinton 53%
Other 4%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District 3, FL State Senate District 9, FL State House District 22, FL
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Schools

Levy Learning Academy
2 miles, SE • 3.2 star
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Colleges

City College-Gainesville
20 miles, E • 1.4 star
Santa Fe College
21 miles, NE • 1.9 star
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Hospitals

Uf Health Shands Hospital
23 miles, E • 2.3 star
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Airports

Gainesville Regional Airport
29 miles, E • 1 star
Jacksonville International Airport
93 miles, NE • 2.8 star
Orlando Sanford International Airport
98 miles, SE • 2.8 star
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