Altoona, FL

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 10/10
home Housing 3/10
visibility Safety 6/10
local_library Schools 5/10
local_airport Airports 7/10
school Colleges 3/10
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
Commuter’s Dream. The area offers extremely short and efficient commutes, with minimal travel times and excellent accessibility.
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
Highly Expensive. Housing and rent costs are extremely high, contributing to a significantly elevated overall cost of living.
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
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
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
33 332.4M (US)
Median Age
71.1 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
0.0% 64% (US)
College-Educated
0.0% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$62,734 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
51.5% 88% (US)
Average Commute
0 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
0.0% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$166,100 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$152 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$3,501 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
100.0% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Lake County
4
Orlando-Kissimmee-Sanford 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

Lake County
4
Orlando-Kissimmee-Sanford Metro Area
6
Florida
5

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is deep red country, with 30% of residents leaning left and 66% leaning right.

Liberal (31%) (67%) Conservative

Climate

Humid subtropical climate. Hot humid summers and mild winters with precipitation in all seasons. See monthly weather averages below.

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 3 0 58
Feb 3 0 60
Mar 4 0 65
Apr 3 0 70
May 3 0 76
Jun 7 0 81
Jul 7 0 82
Aug 7 0 82
Sep 6 0 80
Oct 3 0 73
Nov 2 0 67
Dec 3 0 60

Hazards

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

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Schools

Altoona School
<1 miles, E · 3.2star
Umatilla Middle School
2 miles, SW · 2.3star
Umatilla Elementary School
3 miles, SW · 4.1star
Umatilla High School
3 miles, SW · 2.8star
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Colleges

Lake Technical College
10 miles, SW · 1.4star
Lake-Sumter State College
13 miles, SW · 1.4star
Beacon College
18 miles, W
Stetson University
22 miles, E · 2.3star
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Hospitals

Adventhealth Waterman
11 miles, SW · 3.2star
Uf Health Leesburg Hospital
17 miles, W · 2.3star
Villages Regional Hospital, The
19 miles, W · 1.4star
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Airports

Orlando International Airport
43 miles, S · 4.6star
Gainesville Regional Airport
62 miles, N · 1star
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