Bradenton Beach, FL

Florida · Metropolitan Area

Bradenton Beach is a small town in Florida with a population of 777. Residents earn $72,891 per year, which is 3% below the national average.

3.4 /5.0
B Good
777 Population 1,494/sq mi density
$72,891 Median Income $72,681 per capita
$469,300 Home Value $647,829 Zillow
$1,336 Median Rent 30.8% income on rent
74°F Avg Temperature
164 Violent Crime/100K 1,066 property/100K
B
Overall
3.4 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.4 / 5.0
$72,891 median income, 0.9% unemployment
B
Affordability
3.0 / 5.0
$469,300 home value, $1,336/mo rent
F
Safety
1.0 / 5.0
164 violent crimes/100K (57% below avg)
A+
Education
5.0 / 5.0
54.8% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $72,891
3% lower than US avg
Home Value $469,300
66% higher than US avg
Violent Crime 164/100K
57% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 54.8%
63% higher than US avg
Median Rent $1,336
15% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 28.8%
10% lower than US avg
Unemployment 0.9%
75% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 6.8%
45% lower than US avg

How Bradenton Beach Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)

People

Population777
Median Age68.9 yrs
Density1,494/mi²
Male / Female41% / 59%
Largest GroupWhite 94%
Veterans8.7%

Economy

A
Median Income$72,891
Per Capita$72,681
Unemployment0.9%
Poverty6.8%
County GDP$26,348M
Commute38 min

Housing

B
Home Value$469,300
Rent$1,336
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$647,829
Rent Burden30.8%

Crime

F
Violent164/100K
Property1,066/100K
Murder0.0/100K
Assault164/100K
Burglary164/100K

Health

Obesity28.8%
UninsuredN/A
Depression20.1%
Heart Disease4.7%

Climate

Avg Temp74°F
AQI41 (Good)
Rain49.1 in/yr
Elevation3 ft

Education

A+
Bachelor's+54.8%
High School+96.0%
School Score5.60

Community

2024 VoteR 61% / D 38%
Commute38 min
Broadband95.6%
EV Stations4
Libraries7

Is Bradenton Beach a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Bradenton Beach receives an overall livability score of 3.4 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low unemployment, low crime rates, a highly educated population, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include high housing costs, long commute times. Bradenton Beach offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Bradenton Beach is $72,891, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.9%. Only 6.8% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 38 minutes, longer than the typical American commute of 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Bradenton Beach is $469,300, making it a premium housing market at 66% above the U.S. median of $281,900. Renters pay a median of $1,336 per month. The price-to-income ratio of 6.4x means housing costs are stretched relative to local earnings.

Safety & Crime

Violent crime in Bradenton Beach is below the national average at 164 per 100,000 residents (U.S. avg: 380). Property crime occurs at a rate of 1,066 per 100,000, 46% below the national average.

Education

Bradenton Beach is a highly educated community — 54.8% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, well above the national average of 33.7%. 96.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.6/10.

Climate & Weather

Bradenton Beach has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 74°F. Winters average 62°F in January while summers reach 83°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 49.1 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Bradenton Beach has a population of 777 with a density of 1,494 people per square mile. The median age is 68.9 years, 77% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (94%).

Population

777
Total Population
1,494
People / sq mi
68.9yrs
Median Age
77% above US avg
0.5mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 41.2%
Female 58.8%

Race & Ethnicity

Bradenton Beach vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only94.3%
20% above US avg
Spanish5.7%
57% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Bradenton Beach vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Bradenton Beach is $72,891, which is 3% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.9% (below the 3.6% US average). 6.8% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 38 minutes.

Income: Bradenton Beach vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$72,891
3% below US avg
Per Capita Income$72,681
Avg Weekly Wage$1,170
IRS Avg AGI$106,916

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.9%
75% below US avg
Poverty Rate6.8%
45% below US avg
Establishments (County)14,624
County GDP$26,348M

Business (County)

Restaurants773
Healthcare1,127
Retail1,394
Manufacturing303

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$8,900
154% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate1.90%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time37.7 min
Drive Alone53.9%
Public Transit3.9%
Work from Home29.5%

Walkability

The median home value in Bradenton Beach is $469,300, 66% above the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,336 (15% above US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $647,829.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$469,300
66% above US avg
Zillow ZHVI$647,829
Median List Price$2,022,500

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$2,022,500
$/Sq Ft$721
Homes Sold6
Sale-to-List Ratio90.8%
Price Drops18.2%
Inventory55

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,336
15% above US avg
Rent Burden30.8%

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$1,212
1 Bedroom$1,296
2 Bedrooms$1,526
3 Bedrooms$1,971
4 Bedrooms$2,261

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied87.2%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$8,900
154% above US avg
Effective Rate1.90%
In Bradenton Beach, 28.8% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 20.1% report depression. 15.9% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Bradenton Beach vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity28.8%
10% below US avg
Diabetes7.6%
Heart Disease4.7%
High Blood Pressure26.9%
Asthma9.2%
COPD4.6%
Stroke2.3%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking20.0%
Physical Inactivity15.9%
Depression20.1%
Mental Distress16.2%
Physical Distress10.3%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate91.6%
Checkup Rate76.0%
Premature Death8,820/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.2/10
Exercise Access89.0%
Healthcare Facilities1,127
Bradenton Beach has a violent crime rate of 164 per 100,000 residents, 57% below the national average of 380. Property crime stands at 1,066 per 100,000 (46% below US avg). The murder rate is 0.0 per 100,000.

Crime Rates: Bradenton Beach vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)

Violent Crime

Total Violent163.9/100K
57% below US avg
Murder0.0/100K
100% below US avg
Rape0.0/100K
Robbery0.0/100K
Assault163.9/100K

Property Crime

Total Property1,065.6/100K
46% below US avg
Burglary163.9/100K
Theft819.7/100K
Vehicle Theft82.0/100K
Arson0.0/100K

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)64

Safety Score

Safety GradeF
Safety Score1.0 / 5.0
Bradenton Beach has an average annual temperature of 74°F (23°C). Winters average 62°F in January while summers reach 83°F in July. Annual precipitation is 49.1 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Temperature

62°F Jan (17°C) 83°F Jul (28°C)
Annual Average74.1°F
37% above US avg
January Average62°F (17°C)
July Average83°F (28°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall49.1 inches
29% above US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median41.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation3 ft (1 m)
Area0.5 sq mi (1.3 km²)
Population Density1,494/sq mi
Coordinates27.4617°N, 82.6965°W
County FIPS12081
It is classified as Metro — 250K–1M. 54.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (63% above US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 23.5-point margin. 95.6% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 61.4%
D 37.9%

Winner: Republican by 23.5 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+54.8%
63% above US avg
High School+96.0%
School Test Score5.60
A+ Education Grade (5.0/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 2Metro — 250K–1M
Population Density1,494/sq mi
Total Area0.5 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access95.6%
EV Charging Stations4
Alt Fuel Stations4
Public Libraries7
Healthcare Facilities1,127
Restaurants773
Retail Stores1,394

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)64
F Safety Grade (1.0/5.0)

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute37.7 min
Drive Alone53.9%
Public Transit3.9%
Work from Home29.5%

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