Polk City, 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 9/10
local_airport Airports 9/10
school Colleges 5/10
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
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
2,884 332.4M (US)
Median Age
40.5 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
82.8% 64% (US)
College-Educated
20.0% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$83,333 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
88.5% 88% (US)
Average Commute
35 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
6.9% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$287,600 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$462 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$782 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
73.7% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Polk County
4
Lakeland-Winter Haven 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

Polk County
4
Lakeland-Winter Haven Metro Area
4
Florida
5

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 2 0 60
Feb 2 0 63
Mar 4 0 67
Apr 2 0 71
May 2 0 77
Jun 8 0 81
Jul 8 0 82
Aug 8 0 83
Sep 6 0 81
Oct 2 0 75
Nov 2 0 68
Dec 2 0 62

Hazards

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is a Republican stronghold, with 39% of residents leaning left and 57% leaning right.

Liberal (40%) (58%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 66%
Hillary Clinton 31%
Other 3%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District 11, FL State Senate District 12, FL State House District 51, FL
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Schools

Polk City Elementary School
<1 miles, E • 2.8 star
Polk Pre-Collegiate Academy
3 miles, S • 4.6 star
Berkley Accelerated Middle School
3 miles, S • 4.6 star
Berkley Elementary School
3 miles, S • 4.1 star
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Colleges

Southeastern University
12 miles, SW • 1.4 star
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Hospitals

Lakeland Regional Medical Center
11 miles, SW • 1.4 star
Adventhealth Heart of Florida
12 miles, SE • 2.3 star
Winter Haven Hospital
12 miles, S • 1.4 star
Bartow Regional Medical Center
18 miles, SW • 3.2 star
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Airports

Orlando International Airport
36 miles, E • 4.6 star
Tampa International Airport
45 miles, W • 3.7 star
Orlando Sanford International Airport
55 miles, NE • 2.8 star
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