Lake Sarasota, FL

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 6/10
home Housing 5/10
visibility Safety 7/10
local_library Schools 8/10
local_airport Airports 6/10
school Colleges 4/10
accessibility Hospitals 6/10
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
Expensive. The cost of housing and rent is above average, making it challenging for some to afford living in the area.
visibility Safety
Moderately Safe. The area experiences moderate crime levels; while safe in many aspects, some caution may be necessary.
local_airport Airports
Moderately Accessible. Access to the airport is reasonable, but it may require some planning or travel time.
accessibility Hospitals
Adequate Access. Healthcare facilities are available within a reasonable distance, but options may be limited in number or specialization.
school Colleges
Limited Access. Few colleges are nearby, and travel or relocation may be necessary for quality higher education opportunities.
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
3,802 332.4M (US)
Median Age
36.1 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
78.0% 64% (US)
College-Educated
28.2% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$98,689 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
89.8% 88% (US)
Average Commute
29 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
9.6% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$337,700 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$505 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$1,733 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
67.7% 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 3 0 62
Mar 4 0 67
Apr 2 0 71
May 3 0 76
Jun 8 0 80
Jul 8 0 82
Aug 8 0 82
Sep 7 0 80
Oct 3 0 75
Nov 2 0 69
Dec 2 0 62

Hazards

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is a true purple area, with voters evenly split, with 47% of residents leaning left and 49% leaning right.

Liberal (47%) (49%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 52%
Hillary Clinton 46%
Other 2%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District 17, FL State Senate District 22, FL State House District 74, FL
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Schools

Oak Park School
<1 miles, S • 2.3 star
Lakeview Elementary School
<1 miles, S • 4.6 star
Prew Academy
2 miles, W • 1 star
Newgate School
2 miles, W • 5 star
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Colleges

Suncoast Technical College
4 miles, W • 1.4 star
Meridian College
6 miles, NE • 1 star
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Hospitals

Doctors Hospital of Sarasota
1 miles, NW • 4.1 star
Sarasota Memorial Hospital
6 miles, NW • 5 star
Lakewood Ranch Medical Center
7 miles, N • 4.1 star
Venice Regional Bayfront Health
14 miles, SW • 2.3 star
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Airports

Punta Gorda Airport
38 miles, SE • 1.9 star
Tampa International Airport
47 miles, N • 3.7 star
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