Gulf Gate, FL

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 2/10
directions_bus Transit 2/10
directions_car Commute 8/10
home Housing 6/10
visibility Safety 6/10
local_library Schools 9/10
local_airport Airports 5/10
school Colleges 3/10
accessibility Hospitals 7/10
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
Moderately Priced. The area has a balanced cost of living, with housing and rent costs that are neither particularly high nor low.
visibility Safety
Moderately Safe. The area experiences moderate crime levels; while safe in many aspects, some caution may be necessary.
local_airport Airports
Limited Accessibility. Getting to the airport requires significant travel time or effort. Not ideal for frequent travel.
accessibility Hospitals
Adequate Access. Healthcare facilities are available within a reasonable distance, but options may be limited in number or specialization.
school Colleges
Higher Education Desert. The area has little to no access to colleges, requiring significant travel or relocation for education.
local_library Schools
Academic Excellence. High-performing schools with excellent test scores, strong graduation rates, and consistent college readiness. These schools regularly exceed state standards.

Residents

Population
8,317 332.4M (US)
Median Age
51.3 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
48.7% 64% (US)
College-Educated
32.8% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$64,724 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
88.4% 88% (US)
Average Commute
22 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
15.5% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$344,500 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$690 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$1,558 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
56.0% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Sarasota County
3
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

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

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 2 0 61
Feb 2 0 63
Mar 4 0 67
Apr 2 0 71
May 2 0 76
Jun 9 0 80
Jul 8 0 82
Aug 8 0 82
Sep 6 0 81
Oct 2 0 75
Nov 2 0 68
Dec 2 0 63

Hazards

Coastal Flood Risk

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is a Republican stronghold, with 43% of residents leaning left and 53% leaning right.

Liberal (43%) (54%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 56%
Hillary Clinton 41%
Other 3%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District 17, FL State Senate District 22, FL State House District 73, FL
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Schools

Gulf Gate Elementary School
<1 miles, N • 4.1 star
Imagine School at Palmer Ranch
2 miles, E • 4.1 star
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Colleges

Suncoast Technical College
2 miles, NE • 1.4 star
Ringling College of Art and Design
8 miles, N • 1.4 star
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Hospitals

Doctors Hospital of Sarasota
4 miles, E • 4.1 star
Sarasota Memorial Hospital
4 miles, N • 5 star
Lakewood Ranch Medical Center
10 miles, NE • 4.1 star
Venice Regional Bayfront Health
12 miles, S • 2.3 star
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Airports

Punta Gorda Airport
40 miles, SE • 1.9 star
Tampa International Airport
50 miles, N • 3.7 star
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