Walton County, FL

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 6/10
home Housing 5/10
visibility Safety 7/10
local_library Schools 7/10
local_airport Airports 4/10
school Colleges 2/10
accessibility Hospitals 4/10
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
Expensive. The cost of housing and rent is above average, making it challenging for some to afford living in the area.
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
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
Strong Performance. Well-regarded schools with above-average academic outcomes, dependable graduation success, and solid support for college preparation.

Residents

Population
79,846 332.4M (US)
Median Age
43.8 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
69.0% 64% (US)
College-Educated
34.2% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$79,281 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
89.1% 88% (US)
Average Commute
31 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
14.5% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$376,400 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$468 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$1,387 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
42.8% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Crestview-Fort Walton Beach-Destin Metro Area
4
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

Crestview-Fort Walton Beach-Destin Metro Area
5
Florida
5
United States
4

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 5 0 50
Feb 5 0 54
Mar 6 0 60
Apr 4 0 66
May 3 0 73
Jun 6 0 79
Jul 7 0 81
Aug 6 0 81
Sep 5 0 77
Oct 4 0 68
Nov 4 0 59
Dec 4 0 52

Hazards

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is deep red country, with 22% of residents leaning left and 75% leaning right.

Liberal (22%) (76%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 80%
Hillary Clinton 17%
Other 3%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District 1, FL State Senate District 2, FL State House District 5, FL
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Schools

Freeport Senior High School
3 miles, SE • 4.6 star
Freeport Elementary School
5 miles, S • 3.7 star
Freeport Middle School
5 miles, S • 3.2 star
Walton Middle School
10 miles, NE • 3.2 star
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Colleges

Northwest Florida State College
19 miles, W • 1.4 star
Okaloosa Technical College
28 miles, W • 1 star
Gulf Coast State College
37 miles, S • 1.4 star
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Hospitals

Healthmark Regional Medical Center
7 miles, NE • 4.1 star
Twin Cities Hospital
20 miles, W • 4.1 star
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Airports

Pensacola International Airport
61 miles, W • 1.9 star
Dothan Regional Airport
67 miles, NE • 1 star
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