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Siesta Key

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  • Town in Florida
  • 6 reviews
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    Overall Niche Grade
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    1. Public Schools
      A+
    2. Crime & Safety
      NG
    3. Housing
      C+
    4. Nightlife
      A
    5. Good for Families
      A
    6. Diversity
      C
    7. Jobs
      A-
    8. Weather
      A
    9. Cost of Living
      C
    10. Health & Fitness
      A
    11. Outdoor Activities
      B+
    12. Commute
      B-
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    Siesta Key is a town in Florida with a population of 5,850. Siesta Key is in Sarasota County and is one of the best places to live in Florida. Living in Siesta Key offers residents an urban feel and most residents own their homes. In Siesta Key there are a lot of bars, restaurants, coffee shops, and parks. Many retirees live in Siesta Key and residents tend to lean conservative. The public schools in Siesta Key are highly rated.
    Population
    5,850

    Real Estate

    Median Home Value
    $659,400
    National
    $184,700
    Median Rent
    $1,417
    National
    $949
    Area Feel
    Urban
    Rent vs. Own
    • Rent
      15%
    • Own
      85%
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    Crime & Safety

    Crime & Safety
    NG
    Based on violent and property crime rates.
    Violent Crimes
    • Calculated annually per 100,000 residents
    National
    • Assault
      —
      282.7
    • Murder
      —
      6.1
    • Rape
      —
      40.7
    • Robbery
      —
      135.5
    Property Crimes
    • Calculated annually per 100,000 residents
    National
    • Burglary
      —
      500.1
    • Theft
      —
      2,042.8
    • Motor Vehicle Theft
      —
      284

    Residents

    Diversity
    C
    Based on ethnic and economic diversity.
    Age
    • <10 years
      6%
    • 10-17 years
      6%
    • 18-24 years
      5%
    • 25-34 years
      3%
    • 35-44 years
      6%
    • 45-54 years
      11%
    • 55-64 years
      16%
    • 65+ years
      47%
    Education Levels
    National
    • Master's degree or higher
      27%
      12%
    • Bachelor's degree
      32%
      19%
    • Some college or associate's degree
      25%
      29%
    • High school diploma or equivalent
      14%
      28%
    • Less than high school diploma
      2%
      13%

    Working in Siesta Key

    Jobs
    A-
    Based on employment rates, job and business growth, and cost of living.
    Median Household Income
    $84,890
    National
    $55,322
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    Siesta Key Reviews

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    Growing up in Sarasota, FL is a wonderful experience. Siesta Key Beach and many parks provide areas for visiting or residential families. There are many options for restaurants and shopping. The economy is booming due to it's high ratings by tourists. There are urban and suburban neighborhoods, and even rural areas out East. Go far enough and you can visit a near-by fully operational Dairy! The downtown area attracts much of the young adult generation.
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    Siesta Key is a beautiful beach and location to visit. It is a very diverse place with all sorts of people from poor to very wealthy. The sunsets on Siesta Key are by far the best in the world, with the sun setting right over the Gulf of Mexico. Walking down the beach bare foot is like walking on white powder. I have never felt a softer sand in my life. If you have a nightlife, you should definitely check out the Siesta Key strip and the restaurants around the area.
    I had the opportunity to visit there this past October and let me be the first to tell you, this place is one of a kind. The beaches our clean with white sand and crystal clear blue water. The town is small and offers a lot of gift shops, local music, great restaurants, and a great atmosphere!