Alachua
- Town in Florida
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Alachua
- grade A minusOverall Grade
- Town in Florida
- Rating 3.94 out of 5 18 reviews
Report Card
- Public Schoolsgrade B+
- Crime & Safetygrade B minus
- Housinggrade B
- Nightlifegrade C+
- Good for Familiesgrade A minus
- Diversitygrade A
- Jobsgrade B+
- Weathergrade B+
- Cost of Livinggrade B
- Health & Fitnessgrade B
- Outdoor Activitiesgrade A minus
- Commutegrade C+
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Real Estate
Median Home Value
$217,600
National
$244,900Median Rent
$1,085
National
$1,163Area Feel
Sparse Suburban
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Crime & Safety
Crime & Safety
grade B minus
Based on violent and property crime rates.
Violent Crimes
- Calculated annually per 100,000 residents
- Assault350.1national 282.7
- Murder0national 6.1
- Rape20national 40.7
- Robbery30national 135.5
Property Crimes
- Calculated annually per 100,000 residents
- Burglary350.1national 500.1
- Theft1,880.4national 2,042.8
- Motor Vehicle Theft280.1national 284
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Working in Alachua
Jobs
grade B+
Based on employment rates, job and business growth, and cost of living.
Median Household Income
$65,838
National
$69,021Places to Work in Alachua
Top Public Schools Serving Alachua
Top Private Schools Near Alachua
- grade A+
Oak Hall School
- Rating 4.26 out of 5 39 reviews
- grade A
Saint Francis Catholic Academy
- Rating 3.76 out of 5 92 reviews
- grade A minus
Cornerstone Academy
- Rating 3.89 out of 5 18 reviews
- grade B+
The Rock School
- Rating 4.39 out of 5 31 reviews
- grade A minus
Countryside Christian School
- Rating 4.33 out of 5 6 reviews
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Alachua Reviews
Rating 3.94 out of 5 18 reviews
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The town of Alachua has a small town feel with a relaxed environment. The town of Alachua is kid-friendly with events that support outdoor activities. Shopping is affordable, especially grocery store and home improvement. Shopping related to clothing is typically done in the nearby city of Gainesville, within Alachua County. The town has the best fireworks celebration in the area on July 4th. There is a large variety of restaurants which area mix of local and chain so never a shortage of food options. Alachua is connected to Interstate 75, a major highway that spans the state of Florida through the center. Events take place most weekends, including farmer's markets, small festivals, live music, and water activities on one of the nearby springs.
One area that I hope will get more funding is public education, especially in the middle school age range. The elementary and high school are ranges have improved or maintained good quality over the years.
One area that I hope will get more funding is public education, especially in the middle school age range. The elementary and high school are ranges have improved or maintained good quality over the years.
Alachua makes you feel like you belong and are home. The unity of the community is great! The town truly makes you feel like you are a part of a family. Growing up here, I have felt comfortable to become a strong and compassionate person. Because of such a great experience I have had, I plan to come back later on in life to raise my own family. I highly recommend the town of Alachua, Florida!
Nice family friendly feel, safe neighborhoods. The area always has some type of entertain, even free stuff to do with your family and friends.