Ponce de Leon, FL

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 5/10
home Housing 9/10
visibility Safety 7/10
local_library Schools 4/10
local_airport Airports 3/10
school Colleges 2/10
accessibility Hospitals 5/10
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
Relatively Affordable. Housing and rent are moderately priced, and the overall cost of living is manageable for the average household.
visibility Safety
Moderately Safe. The area experiences moderate crime levels; while safe in many aspects, some caution may be necessary.
local_airport Airports
Remote. Airport access is highly inconvenient or impractical, requiring extensive travel arrangements.
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
Average to Mixed. Schools perform near average overall, though quality can vary by campus. Students have access to standard educational pathways, with some stronger programs available.

Residents

Population
738 332.4M (US)
Median Age
34.1 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
75.5% 64% (US)
College-Educated
17.5% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$52,250 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
85.1% 88% (US)
Average Commute
35 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
4.0% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$107,100 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$464 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$536 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
60.4% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Holmes County
3
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

Holmes County
3
Florida
5
United States
4

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 5 0 50
Feb 5 0 54
Mar 5 0 60
Apr 4 0 66
May 4 0 74
Jun 7 0 80
Jul 7 0 82
Aug 5 0 81
Sep 5 0 77
Oct 4 0 68
Nov 5 0 59
Dec 4 0 52

Hazards

Hurricane Winds Risk

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is deep red country, with 24% of residents leaning left and 73% leaning right.

Liberal (24%) (73%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 83%
Hillary Clinton 14%
Other 3%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District 2, FL State Senate District 2, FL State House District 5, FL
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Schools

Ponce De Leon High School
2 miles, NW • 3.2 star
Ponce De Leon Elementary School
2 miles, N • 3.7 star
Walton Academy Inc
10 miles, W • 1.4 star
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Colleges

The Baptist College of Florida
30 miles, E • 1.4 star
Northwest Florida State College
34 miles, W • 1.4 star
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Hospitals

Healthmark Regional Medical Center
12 miles, W • 4.1 star
Doctors Memorial Hospital
15 miles, E • 4.1 star
Wiregrass Medical Center
23 miles, NE • 4.1 star
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Airports

Dothan Regional Airport
50 miles, NE • 1 star
Pensacola International Airport
76 miles, W • 1.9 star
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