Ruskin, 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 7/10
local_library Schools 5/10
local_airport Airports 8/10
school Colleges 7/10
accessibility Hospitals 3/10
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
Healthcare Scarce. The area has little to no access to hospitals or healthcare providers, requiring significant travel for most medical needs.
school Colleges
Moderately Accessible. Colleges are available within a reasonable distance, but options may be more limited in number or quality.
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
30,074 332.4M (US)
Median Age
34.0 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
78.1% 64% (US)
College-Educated
22.4% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$76,402 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
89.9% 88% (US)
Average Commute
36 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
12.0% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$278,300 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$449 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$1,348 $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

Hillsborough County
3
Tampa-St. Petersburg-Clearwater 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

Hillsborough County
3
Tampa-St. Petersburg-Clearwater Metro Area
4
Florida
5

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 2 0 61
Feb 3 0 63
Mar 3 0 67
Apr 2 0 71
May 3 0 77
Jun 7 0 81
Jul 8 0 82
Aug 8 0 83
Sep 7 0 81
Oct 3 0 75
Nov 2 0 68
Dec 2 0 63

Hazards

Coastal Flood Risk

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is a Republican stronghold, with 42% of residents leaning left and 54% leaning right.

Liberal (43%) (55%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 55%
Hillary Clinton 42%
Other 3%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District 16, FL State Senate District 16, FL State House District 70, FL
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Schools

Ruskin Elementary School
<1 miles, NW • 1.9 star
Thompson Elementary
1 miles, NE • 1.9 star
Ruskin Christian School
2 miles, NW • 5 star
Lennard High School
2 miles, E • 3.7 star
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Colleges

Hillsborough Community College
16 miles, N • 1.9 star
Eckerd College
16 miles, NW • 1.9 star
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Hospitals

South Bay Hospital
4 miles, E • 3.2 star
Bayfront Health-St Petersburg
14 miles, NW • 2.3 star
St Anthonys Hospital
15 miles, NW • 2.3 star
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Airports

Tampa International Airport
20 miles, N • 3.7 star
Punta Gorda Airport
60 miles, S • 1.9 star
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