Treasure Island 78 Exceptional
Treasure Island Livability #162 ranked city in Florida#2,162 ranked city in the USARanks better than 92% of areas

Pros and Cons of Living in Treasure Island

PROS
  • Commute

    The high commute score in this area could imply easy access to public transportation, as well as shorter-than-average commute times to your workplace.

  • Crime

    This area boasts a crime rate that is far below the national average, making it a very safe place to live. These crime statistics encompass both property and violent offenses.

  • Employment

    With higher than average median household income, income per capita and lower unemployment rates, this area scores extremely well in the employment category.

  • Health & Safety

    Accessible health facilities like hospitals, doctors offices, clinics and nursing homes as well as good air quality are all factors that have led to a high score in this category.

  • Ratings

    According to recent surveys and polls, locals had excellent ratings for walkability to nearby amenities, safety, access to public transit and the overall sense of community in the area.

CONS
  • Amenities

    The majority of amenities will be difficult to reach within a short walk, often requiring residents to use a vehicle or public transportation for access.

  • Cost Of Living

    This area is known for its high cost of living, which means you should anticipate higher costs for everyday goods and services, housing, groceries, and health care.

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What's it like Living in Treasure Island?

Treasure Island, Florida is a smaller city with a population of 6,910 people. With a population density of 4,470 people per square mile, Treasure Island is well above the nation's average density level. If we take a look at the last Census, the vast majority of the population falls within one racial group (93% White). Given that fact, Treasure Island could be considered less diverse than other cities. Treasure Island is considered to be a city with an aging population. The average age of all residents is 62, which is well beyond the United States median age average. Long travel times to work can be one of the most frustrating things in the world - right behind housework! If you decide that living in Treasure Island is the right fit for you, your one way commute time will average 28 minutes, which is about average when compared to the national commute time of 26 minutes.

Whether you’re relocating to a new city to be closer to family, friends or for a new job, living in Treasure Island could be a positive experience compared to other cities in Florida if you know where to search. Don't forget to determine what matters most to you in a neighborhood. Consider factors such as safety, proximity to work or school, access to amenities (like parks, fitness facilities, grocery stores, restaurants), public transportation options, community atmosphere and the overall vibe you're looking for. Using the livability score which includes data from categories like crime, health & safety, employment, you can easily compare the best places to live in Treasure Island and also determine if there are any nearby cities that might be a better match for your lifestyle. You can also compare Treasure Island to Florida and the national average.

Using data and statistics Treasure Island has received a livability score of 73/100. This score is ranked in the 85th percentile when compared to all other cities. If we dig a little deeper into each category within the livability score, we see that Treasure Island has higher than average grades for the following: employment (B-). Treasure Island does not fare well for the following: amenities (F), crime (F) and cost of living (F). It might be a good idea to take a closer look at each category to find out why.

Treasure Island real estate prices and overall affordability will play a huge role in determining if the area is the right fit for you. Of course there are probably some other items on your “wish list”, but even before they are considered, let’s take a look at the home prices and affordability in Treasure Island. Median real estate prices in Treasure Island come in at $395,900, which is 137.4% higher than the Florida average. The home price to income ratio compares the median home prices to the median household income. In Treasure Island, the home price to income ratio is 5.8, which is 70.6% higher than the Florida average.

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      Treasure Island transportation information

      Statistic Treasure Island Florida National
      Average one way commute28min27min26min
      Workers who drive to work67.5%79.5%76.4%
      Workers who carpool6.9%9.3%9.3%
      Workers who take public transit0.5%2.1%5.1%
      Workers who bicycle0.3%0.7%0.6%
      Workers who walk1.6%1.5%2.8%
      Working from home20.7%5.4%4.6%
      Source: The Treasure Island, FL data and statistics displayed above are derived from the United States Census Bureau American Community Survey (ACS).