Sarasota, FL

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 2/10
directions_run Walkability 2/10
directions_bus Transit 2/10
directions_car Commute 7/10
home Housing 6/10
visibility Safety 6/10
local_library Schools 7/10
local_airport Airports 5/10
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
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
Limited Accessibility. Getting to the airport requires significant travel time or effort. Not ideal for frequent travel.
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
Strong Performance. Well-regarded schools with above-average academic outcomes, dependable graduation success, and solid support for college preparation.

Residents

Population
56,218 332.4M (US)
Median Age
49.3 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
52.4% 64% (US)
College-Educated
41.7% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$70,065 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
87.0% 88% (US)
Average Commute
23 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
20.6% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$409,700 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$937 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$1,359 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
44.3% 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 60
Feb 2 0 63
Mar 4 0 67
Apr 2 0 71
May 2 0 76
Jun 9 0 81
Jul 8 0 81
Aug 9 0 81
Sep 6 0 81
Oct 2 0 76
Nov 2 0 69
Dec 2 0 62

Hazards

Coastal Flood Risk

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

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

Liberal (50%) (48%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 48%
Hillary Clinton 48%
Other 3%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District 17, FL State Senate District 22, FL State House District 73, FL
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Schools

Sarasota School of Arts/Sciences
<1 miles, NE • 4.6 star
Sarasota Military Academy
<1 miles, NE • 4.1 star
Children First
1 miles, NE
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Colleges

Ringling College of Art and Design
2 miles, N • 1.4 star
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Hospitals

Sarasota Memorial Hospital
2 miles, S • 5 star
Doctors Hospital of Sarasota
6 miles, SE • 4.1 star
Lakewood Ranch Medical Center
8 miles, E • 4.1 star
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Airports

Tampa International Airport
44 miles, NE • 3.7 star
Punta Gorda Airport
45 miles, SE • 1.9 star
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