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Sarasota County

#3 in Best Counties for Families in Florida
  • A+
    Overall Grade
  • County in Florida
  • 161 reviews
    A+
    Overall Niche Grade
    How are grades calculated?
    1. Public Schools
      A
    2. Crime & Safety
      C+
    3. Housing
      B
    4. Nightlife
      A
    5. Good for Families
      A
    6. Diversity
      B-
    7. Jobs
      B+
    8. Weather
      A
    9. Cost of Living
      C+
    10. Health & Fitness
      A+
    11. Outdoor Activities
      A
    12. Commute
      B
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    Sarasota County is located in Florida with a population of 404,839. Sarasota County is one of the best places to live in Florida. In Sarasota County, most residents own their homes. In Sarasota County there are a lot of bars, restaurants, coffee shops, and parks. Many retirees live in Sarasota County and residents tend to lean conservative. The public schools in Sarasota County are highly rated.
    Population
    404,839

    Real Estate

    Median Home Value
    $215,300
    National
    $184,700
    Median Rent
    $1,116
    National
    $949
    Rent vs. Own
    • Rent
      27%
    • Own
      73%
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    Sarasota County Rankings

    Niche ranks thousands of places to live based on key statistics from the U.S. Census and and expert insights.

    Crime & Safety

    Crime & Safety
    C+
    Based on violent and property crime rates.
    Violent Crimes
    • Calculated annually per 100,000 residents
    National
    • Assault
      210.8
      282.7
    • Murder
      1.4
      6.1
    • Rape
      38.5
      40.7
    • Robbery
      65.9
      135.5
    Property Crimes
    • Calculated annually per 100,000 residents
    National
    • Burglary
      309
      500.1
    • Theft
      1,691.8
      2,042.8
    • Motor Vehicle Theft
      98.2
      284

    Residents

    Diversity
    B-
    Based on ethnic and economic diversity.
    Age
    • <10 years
      8%
    • 10-17 years
      7%
    • 18-24 years
      6%
    • 25-34 years
      8%
    • 35-44 years
      9%
    • 45-54 years
      12%
    • 55-64 years
      15%
    • 65+ years
      35%
    Education Levels
    National
    • Master's degree or higher
      14%
      12%
    • Bachelor's degree
      20%
      19%
    • Some college or associate's degree
      29%
      29%
    • High school diploma or equivalent
      30%
      28%
    • Less than high school diploma
      7%
      13%

    Working in Sarasota County

    Jobs
    B+
    Based on employment rates, job and business growth, and cost of living.
    Median Household Income
    $55,236
    National
    $55,322
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      Sarasota County Reviews

      161 reviews
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      Of course, one hears Sarasota and thinks "beautiful beaches." This is most definitely true! I am a Sarasota native, born at the local hospital, and have seen many changes - both good and bad - in my years of life in Sarasota. One of my favorite things about Sarasota is the community's love for the arts. It is a very vibrant, "artsy" town with numerous art festivals, galleries, events, performances, venues, etc. The most unfavorable aspect of Sarasota would have to be the affordability for young professionals and college students, which draws this group to the Tampa/St. Petersburg area to better themselves. This is unfortunate as there is so much potential in our county for far better, if only focus could be placed even momentarily, on devising a plan on how to make living more affordable for these "millennials."
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      Living in Sarasota county for practically all of my life I have realized a lot of things about the place that I call home. There is always something to do! You have multiple places to see and do. Such as: take a walk along our lovely waterfront know as Marina Jack, or if you're feeling artsy and historic you can take a tour of the John and Mable Ringling Museum and not to mention the countless eateries, malls, and amazing beaches. Here in Sarasota county we house one of the best beaches in the world known as Siesta Key Beach. Or to residents of the area known as our vacation 20 minutes from home. Sarasota is and always will be an amazing place and I am truly blessed to be able to say that I live in it
      This area continues to be developed, with activities, restaurants, and places for everyone. We especially enjoy the beautiful beaches and the Asolo theatre!