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Tallahassee

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  • City in Florida
  • 1,033 reviews
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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
      B+
    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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    Tallahassee is a city in Florida with a population of 188,463. Tallahassee is in Leon County and is one of the best places to live in Florida. Living in Tallahassee offers residents an urban suburban mix feel and most residents rent their homes. In Tallahassee there are a lot of parks. Many young professionals live in Tallahassee and residents tend to lean liberal. The public schools in Tallahassee are above average.
    About Tallahassee...
    Population
    188,463

    Real Estate

    Median Home Value
    $185,100
    National
    $184,700
    Median Rent
    $957
    National
    $949
    Area Feel
    Urban Suburban Mix
    Rent vs. Own
    • Rent
      60%
    • Own
      40%
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    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
      451
      282.7
    • Murder
      8.3
      6.1
    • Rape
      110.7
      40.7
    • Robbery
      159.5
      135.5
    Property Crimes
    • Calculated annually per 100,000 residents
    National
    • Burglary
      716.6
      500.1
    • Theft
      3,403.1
      2,042.8
    • Motor Vehicle Theft
      398.6
      284

    Residents

    Diversity
    A
    Based on ethnic and economic diversity.
    Age
    • <10 years
      10%
    • 10-17 years
      7%
    • 18-24 years
      30%
    • 25-34 years
      16%
    • 35-44 years
      10%
    • 45-54 years
      9%
    • 55-64 years
      9%
    • 65+ years
      10%
    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%
    • Public Schools
    • Private Schools
    • Colleges

    Working in Tallahassee

    Jobs
    C+
    Based on employment rates, job and business growth, and cost of living.
    Median Household Income
    $42,418
    National
    $55,322
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    Tallahassee Reviews

    1,033 reviews
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    There's something for everyone in Tallahassee. While a growing city, it offers a lifestyle similar to one in a much larger city because of its vast array of retail, service, and restaurant options. There are two universities and two colleges to further your education, but Tallahassee is more than a "college town"! The city caters to a wide variety of lifestyles and income levels. It has a thriving artistic community and a welcoming atmosphere. You're also never more than a few miles from a public park!

    The biggest complaint I have is the tight job market. Due to the number of students and graduates, jobs are extremely competitive. It's not uncommon to find people with advanced degrees working entry-level positions in retail and restaurants, and the excess supply of labor puts downward pressure on wages and upward pressure on expectations. However, Tallahassee hosts a variety of industries and many local businesses hire employees with an eye toward keeping them on long-term.
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    Tallahassee is truly a hidden North Florida gem. Rich in cultural diversity, Tallahassee is home to not one, not two, but eight colleges and universities, including FSU, FAMU and TCC, which lay alongside the state capital, adding to the diversity and allure that Tallahassee has to offer. Tallahassee is blessed with the perfect balance of warm Florida Summers with Georgia-style Falls. Along the twists and turns of oak-tree lined hills, tucked away are over fifteen state parks, full of Florida wildlife and greenery. Whether you're looking to explore Florida history at the capital, the bustling night-life of College town, or escape to a quiet Southern cabin in the woods, Tallahassee has something to offer everyone.
    Tallahassee is a great city for people of all ages and nationalities. Whether you're here for work, school, sports, whatever it may be; Tallahassee has welcoming open arms. This is a great town to not only learn how to be an adult, but to learn who you are yourself. Over these last 3 years living here, I have made lifelong friends while learning more about myself than I thought was possible. The only downside to Tallahassee is the amount of people leading to much traffic. The thing is, there is so many people here because it is so great! I would recommend living in Tallahassee to anyone considering it.