State Senate District 29, FL

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 2/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 7/10
home Housing 7/10
visibility Safety 6/10
local_library Schools 6/10
local_airport Airports 7/10
school Colleges 2/10
accessibility Hospitals 2/10
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
Moderately Accessible. Access to the airport is reasonable, but it may require some planning or travel time.
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
Strong Performance. Well-regarded schools with above-average academic outcomes, dependable graduation success, and solid support for college preparation.

Residents

Population
549,593 332.4M (US)
Median Age
49.8 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
63.1% 64% (US)
College-Educated
25.6% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$62,154 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
86.5% 88% (US)
Average Commute
27 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
11.6% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$258,100 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$544 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$1,057 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
61.9% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

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

Florida
5
United States
4

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 2 0 61
Feb 2 0 63
Mar 3 0 67
Apr 2 0 71
May 3 0 76
Jun 7 0 80
Jul 6 0 82
Aug 7 0 82
Sep 7 0 80
Oct 4 0 75
Nov 2 0 69
Dec 2 0 63

Hazards

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is a Republican stronghold, with 43% of residents leaning left and 53% leaning right.

Liberal (44%) (54%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 59%
Hillary Clinton 39%
Other 2%

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Congressional District 18, FL State House District 83, FL
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Schools

Seminole Elementary School
6 miles, SE • 3.2 star
Okeechobee Achievement Academy
8 miles, SE • 1.9 star
North Elementary School
8 miles, SE • 4.1 star
Yearling Middle School
8 miles, SE • 2.3 star
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Colleges

Indian River State College
38 miles, E • 1.4 star
South Florida State College
38 miles, NW • 1.4 star
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Hospitals

Raulerson Hospital
8 miles, SE • 2.3 star
Highlands Regional Medical Center
31 miles, NW • 2.3 star
Adventhealth Sebring
37 miles, NW • 4.1 star
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Airports

Melbourne International Airport
58 miles, NE • 1 star
Palm Beach International Airport
68 miles, SE • 2.8 star
Punta Gorda Airport
69 miles, W • 1.9 star
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