Shalimar, FL

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 8/10
home Housing 3/10
visibility Safety 6/10
local_library Schools 8/10
local_airport Airports 3/10
school Colleges 1/10
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
Convenient Commutes. Commutes are manageable, with reasonable travel times and access to reliable 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
Highly Expensive. Housing and rent costs are extremely high, contributing to a significantly elevated overall cost of living.
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
Healthcare Scarce. The area has little to no access to hospitals or healthcare providers, requiring significant travel for most medical needs.
school Colleges
Higher Education Desert. The area has little to no access to colleges, requiring significant travel or relocation for education.
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
839 332.4M (US)
Median Age
52.6 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
65.1% 64% (US)
College-Educated
60.7% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$108,182 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
94.1% 88% (US)
Average Commute
22 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
11.7% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$463,900 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$808 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$2,156 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
60.3% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Okaloosa County
4
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

Okaloosa County
5
Crestview-Fort Walton Beach-Destin Metro Area
5
Florida
5

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 4 0 51
Feb 4 0 54
Mar 6 0 60
Apr 4 0 66
May 4 0 74
Jun 6 0 79
Jul 8 0 82
Aug 6 0 81
Sep 6 0 78
Oct 4 0 69
Nov 4 0 60
Dec 4 0 53

Hazards

Coastal Flood Risk

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is deep red country, with 24% of residents leaning left and 72% leaning right.

Liberal (24%) (73%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 70%
Hillary Clinton 24%
Other 5%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District 1, FL State Senate District 2, FL State House District 4, FL
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Schools

Clifford Meigs Middle School
<1 miles, NE • 3.7 star
Shalimar Elementary School
<1 miles, E • 3.7 star
Longwood Elementary School
1 miles, N • 3.7 star
Elliott Point Elementary School
2 miles, SW • 3.2 star
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Colleges

Okaloosa Technical College
3 miles, NW • 1 star
Northwest Florida State College
9 miles, NE • 1.4 star
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Hospitals

Fort Walton Beach Medical Center
3 miles, NW • 2.3 star
Twin Cities Hospital
8 miles, NE • 4.1 star
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Airports

Pensacola International Airport
36 miles, NW • 1.9 star
Dothan Regional Airport
90 miles, E • 1 star
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