Welaka, 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 6/10
local_library Schools 5/10
local_airport Airports 6/10
school Colleges 2/10
accessibility Hospitals 1/10
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
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
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
1,059 332.4M (US)
Median Age
53.1 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
43.8% 64% (US)
College-Educated
11.9% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$51,528 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
75.4% 88% (US)
Average Commute
36 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
6.6% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$271,200 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$471 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$759 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
54.8% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Putnam County
5
Palatka Urban Area
5
Florida
5

Property Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing theft, burglary, or property damage.

How the Property Crime Score here compares with other places

Putnam County
5
Palatka Urban Area
5
Florida
5

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 3 0 54
Feb 4 0 58
Mar 4 0 63
Apr 3 0 68
May 3 0 75
Jun 6 0 80
Jul 6 0 81
Aug 6 0 81
Sep 6 0 79
Oct 3 0 72
Nov 2 0 64
Dec 2 0 56

Hazards

Coastal Flood Risk

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is a Republican stronghold, with 41% of residents leaning left and 57% leaning right.

Liberal (41%) (57%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 64%
Hillary Clinton 34%
Other 2%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District 6, FL State Senate District 7, FL State House District 20, FL
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Schools

Crescent City High School
8 miles, SE • 3.2 star
Middleton-Burney Elementary School
9 miles, SE • 2.3 star
Peniel Baptist Academy
9 miles, N • 4.1 star
Browning-Pearce Elementary School
10 miles, NE • 2.3 star
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Colleges

Saint Johns River State College
11 miles, N • 1.4 star
Flagler College-St Augustine
35 miles, NE • 1.9 star
First Coast Technical College
36 miles, NE • 1 star
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Hospitals

Putnam Community Medical Center
11 miles, N • 2.3 star
Florida Hospital Flagler
28 miles, SE • 3.2 star
Flagler Hospital
33 miles, NE • 4.1 star
Marion Communtiy Hospital
36 miles, W • 2.3 star
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Airports

Gainesville Regional Airport
39 miles, NW • 1 star
Jacksonville International Airport
70 miles, N • 2.8 star
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