South Bradenton, FL Area Guide

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South Bradenton Area Facts

  • South Bradenton has a Livability Score of 77/100, which is considered exceptional
  • South Bradenton crime rates are 36% higher than the Florida average
  • Cost of living in South Bradenton is 8% lower than the Florida average
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A Unique Side of South Florida! User Rating 4.5 rating By Anonymous ( May 10, 2018) I wish I had found South Bradenton, Florida sooner, I can not rave about this little slice of paradise enough. We are west of I75, steps from the white sands of the Gulf of Mexico. The barrier islands, Longboat Key especially, is a place you have to see to believe. The water is s ...Read More tunning, beaches quiet, and food exceptional.

On the weekends, we can drive a few miles north to Tampa, or south to Naples, and choose from hundreds of incredible restaurants. The best areas of South Bradenton include tropical zoos, white-sand beaches, and outdoor malls like Saint Armands Circle. There are countless back roads to keep far from where the tourist traps are off the interstate.

Living in South Bradenton, FL, I get to enjoy sunny and warm weather most of the year. If we are not swimming in the pool or playing at the beaches, we can go sailing, snorkeling, or riding our bikes on the quiet trails from Sarasota to Anna Maria Island. Read Less
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      C- Amenities

      Are there many local amenities in South Bradenton? Yes, there are some amenities close to this location.

      Parks

      Kids play area
      Reflection Area
      Grass play area
      28th Street Park
      G.T. Bray Park
      Pride Community Park
      Toddler Playground at Lewis Park
      Lewis Park

      Entertainment

      Bowlero
      Regal Cinemas Oakmont 8 Movie Theater
      LECOM Park
      IMG Academy Field
      The Baobab Tree Gallery
      Linder Turf and Tractor
      ArtCenter Manatee
      Parker Manatee Aquarium

      Food & Drink

      Burger King
      Chipotle
      Yogurt Mountain
      Panera Bread
      Chick-fil-A
      McDonald's
      Dunkin' Donuts
      Zaxby's

      D Commute

      Is public transit available in South Bradenton? Of all people who commute, 0.7% take public transportation in South Bradenton.
      Drive to Work
      79%

      3% higher than the US average

      Take Public Transit
      1%

      4% lower than the US average

      Walk to Work
      0%

      2% lower than the US average

      A+ Cost of Living

      What is the cost of living in South Bradenton? The cost of living in South Bradenton is 90/100 - which is 8% lower than Florida.
      South Bradenton
      90

      10% less expensive than average

      Florida
      98

      2% less expensive than average

      United States
      100

      National cost of living index

      D Crime

      What is the crime rate in South Bradenton? South Bradenton crime rates are 2,461, which are 36% higher than Florida
      Total Crime
      2,461 per 100k people

      8% higher than the US average

      Chance of being a victim
      1 in 41

      8% higher than the US average

      Year-over-year crime
      -13%

      Year over year crime is down

      F Employment

      What is the median income in South Bradenton? The median income in South Bradenton is $38,656 which is 21% lower than Florida.
      Median household income
      $38,65630% lower than the US average
      Income per capita
      $23,80520% lower than the US average
      Unemployment rate
      4%

      21% lower than the US average

      A+ Health & Safety

      Is South Bradenton a healthy and safe place to live? Yes, there are many hospitals, police and fire stations.

      Hospitals

      Manatee Physician Alliance

      Pharmacies

      Walgreens

      Doctors

      Cortez Foot and Ankle

      A+ Housing

      What are South Bradenton home prices? South Bradenton home prices are $90,400 - which is 46% lower than Florida
      Median home value
      $90,40051% lower than the US average
      Median rent price
      $9702% higher than the US average
      Home Ownership
      52%

      18% lower than the US average

      B- Schools

      Does South Bradenton have good schools? The South Bradenton graduation rate is 75% - which is 9% lower than Florida
      High school grad. rates
      75%

      9% lower than the US average

      School test scores
      ?

      100% lower than the US average

      Student teacher ratio
      0:1

      100% lower than the US average

      A- User Ratings

      Is South Bradenton a good place to live? South Bradenton has an overall rating of 78% from 2 reviews.
      Overall user rating
      78%

      2 total ratings

      User reviews rating
      90%

      1 total reviews

      User surveys rating
      50%

      1 total surveys

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