Lake County, FL

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 5/10
home Housing 6/10
visibility Safety 6/10
local_library Schools 6/10
local_airport Airports 8/10
school Colleges 3/10
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
Lengthy Commutes. Commutes are often time-consuming due to distance, congestion, or limited 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
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
Higher Education Desert. The area has little to no access to colleges, requiring significant travel or relocation for education.
local_library Schools
Strong Performance. Well-regarded schools with above-average academic outcomes, dependable graduation success, and solid support for college preparation.

Residents

Population
398,696 332.4M (US)
Median Age
46.7 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
67.9% 64% (US)
College-Educated
26.8% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$69,956 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
90.0% 88% (US)
Average Commute
32 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
12.4% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$287,900 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$541 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$1,228 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
66.9% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Orlando-Kissimmee-Sanford Metro Area
5
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

Orlando-Kissimmee-Sanford Metro Area
6
Florida
5
United States
4

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 3 0 58
Feb 3 0 61
Mar 4 0 65
Apr 2 0 70
May 3 0 76
Jun 7 0 80
Jul 7 0 82
Aug 7 0 82
Sep 6 0 80
Oct 3 0 74
Nov 2 0 67
Dec 3 0 60

Hazards

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is a Republican stronghold, with 40% of residents leaning left and 56% leaning right.

Liberal (41%) (57%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 60%
Hillary Clinton 37%
Other 3%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District 11, FL State Senate District 13, FL State House District 26, FL
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Schools

Tavares Middle School
2 miles, NW • 2.8 star
Adventure Christian Academy
2 miles, NW • 4.6 star
Carlton Palms Educational Center
3 miles, SE • 1 star
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Colleges

Lake Technical College
5 miles, NE • 1.4 star
Lake-Sumter State College
7 miles, NW • 1.4 star
Beacon College
10 miles, NW
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Hospitals

Adventhealth Waterman
4 miles, NE • 3.2 star
Uf Health Leesburg Hospital
10 miles, NW • 2.3 star
Orlando Health South Lake Hospital
15 miles, SW • 4.1 star
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Airports

Orlando International Airport
34 miles, SE • 4.6 star
Gainesville Regional Airport
72 miles, N • 1 star
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