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Overall Niche Grade
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  1. Public Schools
    B+
  2. Crime & Safety
    C
  3. Housing
    C+
  4. Nightlife
    A-
  5. Good for Families
    A-
  6. Diversity
    A
  7. Jobs
    C+
  8. Weather
    B+
  9. Cost of Living
    B-
  10. Health & Fitness
    B
  11. Outdoor Activities
    A-
  12. Commute
    A
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Population
188,466

Real Estate

Median Home Value
$182,200
National
$184,700
Median Rent
$931
National
$949
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Area Feel
Suburban
Rent vs. Own
  • Rent
    61%
  • Own
    39%

Tallahassee Rankings

Niche rankings are based on rigorous analysis of key statistics from the U.S. Department of Education and millions of reviews.

Crime & Safety

Crime & Safety
C
Based on violent and property crime rates.
Violent Crimes
  • Calculated annually per 100,000 residents
National
  • Assault
    555
    283
  • Murder
    6
    6
  • Rape
    124
    41
  • Robbery
    211
    136
Property Crimes
  • Calculated annually per 100,000 residents
National
  • Burglary
    1,107
    500
  • Theft
    4,100
    2,043
  • Motor Vehicle Theft
    574
    284

Residents

Diversity
A
Based on ethnic and economic diversity.
Median Household Income
$40,947
National
$55,322
Children
14%
Education Levels
National
  • Master's degree or higher
    22%
    12%
  • Bachelor's degree
    26%
    19%
  • Some college or associate's degree
    29%
    29%
  • High school diploma or equivalent
    16%
    28%
  • Less than high school diploma
    7%
    13%
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Tallahassee is one of the most eclectic cities I've ever lived in! It is a city that feels like a small town, but is filled with life. There is a constant flow of traffic with college students and politicians, yet there is a strong sense of community through family life. It is also currently building up different parts of the city, which gives off a hipster vibe and attracts many young adults in the areas. Compared to other Florida cities, it is unlike any other! Tallahassee landlocked and is very near the outskirts of Georgia. It gives off a more "southern" feel than "Florida."
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Tallahassee is a city that encompasses every aspect of daily life. Florida State University is the central hub of the city and brings an environment of diverse students (race, gender, and age), as well as exciting nightlife and events. Outside of the campus area of Tallahassee, the city is very family-oriented. The real estate market is affordable for families and the school district provides a safe, supportive learning environment for all types of students. Commuting around town is easy! You can get from one "end" of Tallahassee to the under in less than an hour, and can reach everything by driving on one circle road that surrounds the city. I am thrilled that Tallahassee is continuously growing in its commerce and businesses, while still remaining very tight-knit and "homey". I am excited to live in a city that I can continue to grow with for years to come.
This is the best place to raise a family and go to school. Everything is in a convenient location! I have lived in Tallahassee 20 of my 26 years and things are slowly becoming more modern and "big" city like. The off campus student housing is really affordable and surrounds the three colleges Tallahassee hosts. Most of the clubs are on the Tennessee Street Strip which is convenient for the club hoppers to walk instead of drive, hopefully lessening the accident rate. Overall, Tallahassee is a great location to be a young adult and have a family-if you grew up here, everything and everyone is loosely bound and known by name or face.