Westchester, FL

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 6/10
home Housing 4/10
visibility Safety 4/10
local_library Schools 9/10
local_airport Airports 7/10
school Colleges 3/10
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
Expensive. The cost of housing and rent is above average, making it challenging for some to afford living in the area.
visibility Safety
Safety Challenges. The area has higher crime rates, with a noticeable presence of violent or property crime requiring vigilance.
local_airport Airports
Moderately Accessible. Access to the airport is reasonable, but it may require some planning or travel time.
accessibility Hospitals
Adequate Access. Healthcare facilities are available within a reasonable distance, but options may be limited in number or specialization.
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
53,082 332.4M (US)
Median Age
46.8 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
75.1% 64% (US)
College-Educated
29.5% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$75,905 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
88.7% 88% (US)
Average Commute
32 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
9.2% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$473,300 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$743 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$1,564 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
65.5% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Miami-Dade County
6
Miami-Fort Lauderdale-West Palm Beach Metro 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

Miami-Dade County
7
Miami-Fort Lauderdale-West Palm Beach Metro Area
6
Florida
5

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 2 0 67
Feb 2 0 69
Mar 3 0 71
Apr 3 0 74
May 5 0 78
Jun 9 0 82
Jul 6 0 83
Aug 8 0 83
Sep 8 0 82
Oct 6 0 79
Nov 3 0 74
Dec 2 0 70

Hazards

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is a Democratic stronghold, with 58% of residents leaning left and 40% leaning right.

Liberal (59%) (41%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 32%
Hillary Clinton 68%
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Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District 27, FL State Senate District 36, FL State House District 116, FL
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Schools

Rockway Elementary School
<1 miles, SE • 3.7 star
Rockway Middle School
<1 miles, SE • 3.7 star
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Colleges

Florida Career College-Miami
1 miles, NW • 1 star
Florida International University
2 miles, NW • 2.8 star
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Hospitals

Westchester General Hospital
2 miles, E • 2.3 star
Kendall Regional Medical Center
2 miles, W • 2.3 star
Baptist Hospital of Miami
4 miles, S • 2.3 star
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Airports

Miami International Airport
5 miles, E • 4.1 star
Palm Beach International Airport
67 miles, NE • 2.8 star
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