Calhoun County, FL

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 5/10
home Housing 9/10
visibility Safety 7/10
local_library Schools 8/10
local_airport Airports 3/10
school Colleges 2/10
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
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
Relatively Affordable. Housing and rent are moderately priced, and the overall cost of living is manageable for the average household.
visibility Safety
Moderately Safe. The area experiences moderate crime levels; while safe in many aspects, some caution may be necessary.
local_airport Airports
Remote. Airport access is highly inconvenient or impractical, requiring extensive travel arrangements.
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
Academic Excellence. High-performing schools with excellent test scores, strong graduation rates, and consistent college readiness. These schools regularly exceed state standards.

Residents

Population
13,593 332.4M (US)
Median Age
41.8 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
63.6% 64% (US)
College-Educated
13.1% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$46,901 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
78.4% 88% (US)
Average Commute
34 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
14.2% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$134,000 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$339 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$537 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
62.8% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Florida
5
United States
4

Property Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing theft, burglary, or property damage.

How the Property Crime Score here compares with other places

Florida
5
United States
4

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is deep red country, with 28% of residents leaning left and 68% leaning right.

Liberal (29%) (69%) 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 5 0 51
Feb 5 0 54
Mar 6 0 60
Apr 3 0 65
May 3 0 73
Jun 7 0 79
Jul 7 0 81
Aug 7 0 81
Sep 5 0 77
Oct 3 0 69
Nov 4 0 60
Dec 4 0 53

Hazards

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Schools

Carr Elementary & Middle School
4 miles, NE · 4.1star

Colleges

Chipola College
28 miles, N · 1.4star
Tom P Haney Technical Center
30 miles, W · 1.4star
Gulf Coast State College
35 miles, W · 1.4star

Hospitals

Jackson Hospital
28 miles, N · 3.2star

Airports

Dothan Regional Airport
66 miles, N · 1star