Lake Alfred, FL

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 3/10
directions_run Walkability 2/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 6/10
home Housing 6/10
visibility Safety 7/10
local_library Schools 5/10
local_airport Airports 9/10
school Colleges 4/10
accessibility Hospitals 2/10
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
Moderately Priced. The area has a balanced cost of living, with housing and rent costs that are neither particularly high nor low.
visibility Safety
Moderately Safe. The area experiences moderate crime levels; while safe in many aspects, some caution may be necessary.
local_airport Airports
Very Accessible. Reaching the airport is easy and manageable, suitable for most travel needs.
accessibility Hospitals
Healthcare Scarce. The area has little to no access to hospitals or healthcare providers, requiring significant travel for most medical needs.
school Colleges
Limited Access. Few colleges are nearby, and travel or relocation may be necessary for quality higher education opportunities.
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
6,803 332.4M (US)
Median Age
38.0 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
66.4% 64% (US)
College-Educated
25.0% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$68,854 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
91.5% 88% (US)
Average Commute
30 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
16.6% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$226,800 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$526 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$979 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
62.2% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Polk County
4
Lakeland-Winter Haven Metro Area
4
Florida
5

Property Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing theft, burglary, or property damage.

How the Property Crime Score here compares with other places

Polk County
4
Lakeland-Winter Haven Metro Area
4
Florida
5

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place leans red, with 44% of residents leaning left and 52% leaning right. However, Donald Trump carried the area by a wide margin in the 2016 presidential election.

Liberal (45%) (53%) 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 61
Feb 3 0 63
Mar 4 0 67
Apr 2 0 72
May 3 0 77
Jun 8 0 81
Jul 8 0 83
Aug 8 0 83
Sep 6 0 81
Oct 3 0 76
Nov 2 0 69
Dec 3 0 63

Hazards

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

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Schools

Karen M Siegel Academy
<1 miles, NW · 3.7star
Discovery Academy of Lake Alfred
<1 miles, NW · 2.8star
Lake Alfred Polytech Academy
<1 miles, W · 1.9star
Discovery High School
<1 miles, N · 1.9star
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Colleges

Ridge Technical College
5 miles, SE · 1star
Polk State College
5 miles, S · 1.9star
Traviss Technical College
13 miles, W · 1.4star
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Hospitals

Winter Haven Hospital
6 miles, SW · 1.4star
Adventhealth Heart of Florida
7 miles, E · 2.3star
Lakeland Regional Medical Center
14 miles, W · 1.4star
Bartow Regional Medical Center
15 miles, SW · 3.2star
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Airports

Orlando International Airport
34 miles, E · 4.6star
Tampa International Airport
50 miles, W · 3.7star
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