Paxton, FL
Livability
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Bikeability
1/10
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Walkability
1/10
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Transit
1/10
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Commute
6/10
home
Housing
8/10
visibility
Safety
7/10
local_library
Schools
6/10
local_airport
Airports
4/10
school
Colleges
2/10
accessibility
Hospitals
8/10
- directions_bike Bikeability
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Not Bikeable. The area lacks biking infrastructure and has unsafe or impractical conditions for cyclists, requiring alternative transportation methods.
- directions_run Walkability
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Not Walkable. The area is heavily car-dependent, with almost no amenities within walking distance or pedestrian-friendly infrastructure.
- directions_car Commute
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Average Commutes. Travel times and convenience are typical, with some challenges during peak hours or in certain areas.
- directions_bus Transit
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Very Limited Access. The area has little to no public transportation infrastructure, making it difficult to travel without a personal vehicle.
- home Housing
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Relatively Affordable. Housing and rent are moderately priced, and the overall cost of living is manageable for the average household.
- visibility Safety
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Moderately Safe. The area experiences moderate crime levels; while safe in many aspects, some caution may be necessary.
- local_airport Airports
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Limited Accessibility. Getting to the airport requires significant travel time or effort. Not ideal for frequent travel.
- accessibility Hospitals
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Well-Served. A good range of reputable hospitals and healthcare providers are easily accessible, ensuring reliable medical services.
- school Colleges
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Higher Education Desert. The area has little to no access to colleges, requiring significant travel or relocation for education.
- local_library Schools
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Strong Performance. Well-regarded schools with above-average academic outcomes, dependable graduation success, and solid support for college preparation.
Residents
Population
621
332.4M (US)
Median Age
49.4 yr
39 yr (US)
Family Households
77.2%
64% (US)
College-Educated
8.0%
35% (US)
Economy
Median Income
$57,917
$79K (US)
Above Poverty
82.3%
88% (US)
Average Commute
30 mi
29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
8.7%
13% (US)
Housing
Median Home
$121,900
$303K (US)
Median Expenses
$313
$612 (US)
Median Rent
$685
$1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
65.4%
58% (US)
Crime
Violent Crime Score
Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.
How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places
Walton County
3
Crestview-Fort Walton Beach-Destin 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
Walton County
4
Crestview-Fort Walton Beach-Destin Metro Area
5
Florida
5
Climate
| Month | Rain (in) | Snow (in) | Temp (°F) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | 6 | 0 | 49 |
| Feb | 5 | 0 | 52 |
| Mar | 6 | 0 | 59 |
| Apr | 4 | 0 | 65 |
| May | 4 | 0 | 73 |
| Jun | 6 | 0 | 79 |
| Jul | 7 | 0 | 80 |
| Aug | 6 | 0 | 80 |
| Sep | 5 | 0 | 76 |
| Oct | 4 | 0 | 67 |
| Nov | 5 | 0 | 58 |
| Dec | 5 | 0 | 51 |
Hazards
Inland Flood Risk
Tornado Risk
Politics
Historical Voting Patterns
This place is deep red country, with 24% of residents leaning left and 74% leaning right.
Liberal (24%) (74%) Conservative2016 Presidential Election Results
Donald Trump 85%Related Legislative Districts
Congressional District 1, FL State Senate District 2, FL State House District 5, FLSchools
Paxton School
<1 miles, E
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4.1
Florala High School
3 miles, N
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2.3
WS Harlan Elementary School
4 miles, N
•
1.9
Laurel Hill School
9 miles, W
•
3.7
Colleges
Emerald Coast Technical College
20 miles, S
Lurleen B Wallace Community College
26 miles, N
•
1.4
Northwest Florida State College
31 miles, SW
•
1.4
Enterprise State Community College
36 miles, E
•
1.4
Hospitals
North Okaloosa Medical Center
22 miles, SW
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3.2
Mizell Memorial Hospital
22 miles, NE
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2.3
Healthmark Regional Medical Center
24 miles, S
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4.1
Andalusia Health
25 miles, N
•
4.1
Airports
Eglin Airforce Base-Destin-Ft Walton Beach Airport
36 miles, SW
•
1.9
Northwest Florida Beaches International Airport
52 miles, S
•
1.4
Dothan Regional Airport
56 miles, E
•
1
Pensacola International Airport
62 miles, W
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1.9