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Bronson, FL

Florida · Levy County · Gainesville Metro

Bronson is a small town in Florida with a population of 1,455. Residents earn $60,714 per year, which is 19% below the national average.

3.0 /5.0
B Good
1,455 Population 340/sq mi density
$60,714 Median Income $28,126 per capita
$132,500 Home Value $270,052 Zillow
$775 Median Rent 20.3% income on rent
69°F Avg Temperature 314 sunny days/yr
184 Violent Crime/100K 3,818 property/100K
B
Overall
3.0 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.1 / 5.0
$60,714 median income, 0.5% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$132,500 home value, $775/mo rent
F
Safety
1.0 / 5.0
184 violent crimes/100K (52% below avg)
D
Education
2.0 / 5.0
12.3% bachelor's degree or higher

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Full City Profile
Median Income $60,714
19% lower than US avg
Home Value $132,500
53% lower than US avg
Violent Crime 184/100K
52% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 12.3%
64% lower than US avg
Median Rent $775
33% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 35.6%
11% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.5%
86% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 7.5%
40% lower than US avg

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

People

Population1,455
Median Age31.1 yrs
Density340/mi²
Male / Female48% / 52%
Largest GroupWhite 64%
Veterans9.7%

Economy

A
Median Income$60,714
Per Capita$28,126
Unemployment0.5%
Poverty7.5%
County GDP$1,660M
Commute30 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$132,500
Rent$775
Ownership61.5%
Zillow$270,052
Housing Units648
Rent Burden20.3%

Crime

F
Violent184/100K
Property3,818/100K

Health

Obesity35.6%
Uninsured17.5%
Smoking19.1%
Depression20.1%
Heart Disease6.9%

Climate

Avg Temp69°F (21°C)
AQI41 (Good)
Rain57.1 in/yr
Sunny Days314/yr
Elevation72 ft (22 m)

Education

D
Bachelor's+12.3%
High School+90.0%
Graduate+3.2%
School Score5.13

Community

2024 VoteR 75% / D 25%
Commute30 min
Broadband83.2%
EV Stations1
Libraries5

Is Bronson a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Bronson receives an overall livability score of 3.0 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low unemployment, low crime rates, affordable housing, abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include a high uninsured rate. Bronson offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Bronson is $60,714, 19% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.5%. Only 7.5% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 30 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Bronson is $132,500, 53% below the national median / offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $775 per month, below the national average / a plus for affordability. At just 2.2x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Safety & Crime

Violent crime in Bronson is below the national average at 184 per 100,000 residents (U.S. avg: 380). Property crime occurs at a rate of 3,818 per 100,000, 95% above the national average.

Education

12.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 90.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.1/10.

Climate & Weather

Bronson enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 69°F. Winters average 55°F in January while summers reach 81°F in July. With 314 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 57.1 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Bronson has a population of 1,455 with a density of 340 people per square mile, spread across 4.2 square miles. The median age is 31.1 years, 20% younger than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 52.1% female and 47.9% male. The city is predominantly White (63.9%), with 27.7% Black. English is the primary language spoken at home by 95.4% of residents. 9.7% of the population are veterans, above the national rate of 6.0%. 16.3% of residents have a disability (above the 13.0% national average). 91.7% have health insurance coverage.

Population

1,455
Total Population
340
People / sq mi
31.1yrs
Median Age
20% below US avg
4.2mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 47.9%
Female 52.1%

Race & Ethnicity

Bronson vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only 95.4%
22% above US avg
Spanish 4.6%
66% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Bronson vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Bronson is $60,714, which is 19% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $28,126 (below the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $839, 41% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 0.5% (below the 3.6% US average). 7.5% of residents live below the poverty line, lower than the national rate of 12.4%. The area has 1,134 business establishments, including 92 restaurants. The cost of living index is 103.4, roughly in line with the national average. Workers commute an average of 30 minutes. 4.4% of workers work from home (below the 15.2% national rate).

Income: Bronson vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$60,714
19% below US avg
Per Capita Income$28,126
Avg Weekly Wage$839
IRS Avg AGI$59,165
Gini Index0.462 (0=equal, 1=unequal)

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.5%
86% below US avg
Poverty Rate7.5%
40% below US avg
Establishments (County)1,134
County GDP$1,660M

Business (County)

Restaurants92
Healthcare56
Retail150
Manufacturing21

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$4,558
30% above US avg
Cost of Living103.40 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate3.44%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time30.3 min
Drive Alone71.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home4.4%

Walkability

The median home value in Bronson is $132,500, 53% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $270,052, higher than the Census estimate. Homes sell for 96.5% of their list price, suggesting buyers have room to negotiate. Monthly rent averages $775 (33% below the national average of $1,163). Fair market rent ranges from $1,296 for a one-bedroom to $1,526 for a two-bedroom apartment. 61.5% of housing units are owner-occupied. There are 648 total housing units in the city. The median year a home was built is 1985. The average annual property tax is $4,558 (higher than the $3,500 national average). 20.3% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing. The home price-to-income ratio is 2.2x, well within the affordable range.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$132,500
53% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$270,052
Median List Price$308,500

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$308,500
$/Sq Ft$169
Homes Sold2
Sale-to-List Ratio96.5%
Price Drops16.7%
Inventory6

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$775
33% below US avg
Rent Burden20.3%

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

Homeownership61.5%
Owner-Occupied61.5%
Renter-Occupied38.5%
Housing Units648
Median Year Built1985

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,558
30% above US avg
Effective Rate3.44%
In Bronson, 35.6% of adults are obese, above the national rate of 32.1%. 13.4% have diabetes (above the 10.5% national rate). Heart disease affects 6.9% of residents, above the national average. 36.3% have high blood pressure. 19.1% are current smokers (above the 14.0% national rate). 16.5% report binge drinking. 30.1% are physically inactive, above the national average. 20.1% report depression. 21.6% experience frequent mental distress. 17.5% of residents lack health insurance (above the 8.6% national rate). The primary care physician ratio is 1:8,832. The dentist ratio is 1:4,526. 49.3% of residents have access to exercise opportunities. The food environment index is 7.8 out of 10.

Health Metrics: Bronson vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity35.6%
11% above US avg
Diabetes13.4%
Heart Disease6.9%
High Blood Pressure36.3%
Asthma11.1%
COPD8.6%
Cancer6.8%
Stroke4.0%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking19.1%
36% above US avg
Binge Drinking16.5%
Physical Inactivity30.1%
Depression20.1%
Mental Distress21.6%
Physical Distress16.0%
Short Sleep44.4%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate91.7%
Uninsured17.5%
103% above US avg
Primary Care1:8,832
Dentists1:4,526
Mental Health1:1,862
Checkup Rate75.2%
Dental Visits48.0%
Premature Death10,862/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.8/10
Exercise Access49.3%
Healthcare Facilities56
Bronson has a violent crime rate of 184 per 100,000 residents, 52% below the national average of 380. Property crime stands at 3,818 per 100,000, 95% above the U.S. average. The county recorded 10 fatal traffic crashes. Overall, Bronson receives a safety grade of F.

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

Violent Crime

Total Violent183.6/100K
52% below US avg

Property Crime

Total Property3,817.9/100K
95% above US avg

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)10
Traffic Accidents115
Avg Accident Severity2.1 / 4.0

Safety Score

Safety GradeF
Safety Score1.0 / 5.0
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Bronson enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 69°F (21°C). Winters average 55°F in January while summers reach 81°F in July. The area gets 314 sunny days per year, well above the U.S. average of 205 / making it one of the sunnier locations in the country. Annual precipitation totals 57.1 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41. The city sits at an elevation of 72 feet.

Temperature

55°F Jan (13°C) 81°F Jul (27°C)
Annual Average69.2°F
28% above US avg
January Average55°F (13°C)
July Average81°F (27°C)
Sunny Days314 days/yr

Geography

Elevation72 ft (22 m)
Area4.2 sq mi (11.0 km²)
Population Density340/sq mi
Coordinates29.4491°N, 82.6385°W
TimezoneAmerica/New_York
CountyLevy County County
Nearest AirportGainesville Regional (GNV)
28 miles away

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 57.1"
50% above US avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Aug) 8.58"
Driest Month (Oct) 2.20"

Air Quality

AQI Median41.0
RatingGood

Natural Hazard Risk

Overall RiskRelatively Low
Risk Score66.1 / 100
Social Vulnerability93.5 / 100
Community Resilience9.2 / 100

Hazard Breakdown

Tornado Relatively Low
Hurricane Relatively Moderate
Earthquake Very Low
Wildfire Relatively Low
Flood Relatively Low
Hail Very Low
Strong Wind Relatively Low
Heat Wave Relatively Low
Winter Weather Very Low
Lightning Relatively High
Drought Relatively Low
Cold Wave Relatively Moderate
Landslide Very Low
Coastal Flood Relatively Moderate
Source: FEMA National Risk Index v1.20 (Dec 2025)

Hurricane History

20 hurricanes (Cat 1+) within 500 km since 1980. Strongest: Category 5. Most recent: Helene (2024, Cat 4).

Year Name Category Closest
2024 Helene Category 4 114 km
2024 Milton Category 3 191 km
2024 Debby Category 1 88 km
2023 Idalia Category 4 103 km
2022 Ian Category 4 246 km
2019 Dorian Category 3 287 km
2018 Michael Category 5 277 km
2017 Irma Category 1 145 km
2016 Matthew Category 3 190 km
2016 Hermine Category 1 159 km
2004 Charley Category 4 145 km
2004 Jeanne Category 3 173 km
2004 Frances Category 2 249 km
2000 Gordon Category 1 197 km
1999 Irene Category 1 275 km
1995 Erin Category 1 213 km
1985 Elena Category 3 134 km
1985 Kate Category 2 226 km
1985 Bob Category 1 237 km
1984 Diana Category 1 280 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980–2026)

Tornado History

338 tornadoes (EF0+) within 100 km since 1950. Strongest: EF3. Total: 19 fatalities, 194 injuries.

Date Rating Distance Fatalities
Feb 2, 2007 EF3 85 km 8
Feb 27, 1984 EF3 84 km 0
Apr 9, 1983 EF3 83 km 3
Dec 31, 1975 EF3 61 km 1
Feb 25, 1960 EF3 84 km 0
Oct 12, 2023 EF2 67 km 0
Mar 7, 2008 EF2 82 km 1
Dec 25, 2006 EF2 76 km 0
Mar 29, 2001 EF2 58 km 0
Mar 29, 2001 EF2 98 km 0
Sep 3, 1998 EF2 55 km 0
Apr 24, 1995 EF2 91 km 0
Jan 7, 1995 EF2 71 km 1
Mar 12, 1993 EF2 57 km 0
Mar 12, 1993 EF2 24 km 3
Jun 25, 1988 EF2 75 km 0
Mar 14, 1986 EF2 38 km 0
Feb 27, 1984 EF2 70 km 0
Apr 23, 1983 EF2 39 km 0
Apr 9, 1983 EF2 50 km 0
Source: NOAA SPC (EF0+, 1950–2024)

Wildfire History

20 wildfires (100+ acres) within 100 km. Largest: UNNAMED (59,179 ac, 2001).

Year Name Acres Distance
2001 UNNAMED 59,179 66 km
1998 OAK 21,478 98 km
2004 UNNAMED 18,577 99 km
1998 UNNAMED 13,873 84 km
2007 UNNAMED 13,806 66 km
2006 JUNIPER 11,998 96 km
2009 JUNIPER SPRINGS 8,363 95 km
2018 UNNAMED 8,334 94 km
1998 UNNAMED 7,078 55 km
2011 SANTE FE 6,497 66 km
2006 UNNAMED 5,979 99 km
2018 UNNAMED 5,537 97 km
2004 UNNAMED 4,924 98 km
2010 UNNAMED 4,864 84 km
2010 UNNAMED 4,859 63 km
2020 CPT 45/48 CHURCH POND 4,852 99 km
2010 WILDCAT 4,694 94 km
2006 UNNAMED 4,503 88 km
2022 OSF CPT 59/67 0115 4,499 96 km
2024 OSF CPT 59 67 RX 0312 4,453 96 km
Source: NIFC/IRWIN (100+ acres)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 55°F (13°C) 3.9 in Coldest
February 58°F (14°C) 4.0 in
March 63°F (17°C) 4.2 in
April 68°F (20°C) 2.8 in
May 75°F (24°C) 3.6 in
June 79°F (26°C) 6.9 in
July 81°F (27°C) 8.0 in
August 81°F (27°C) 8.6 in Warmest, Wettest
September 79°F (26°C) 5.9 in
October 71°F (22°C) 2.2 in Driest
November 64°F (18°C) 2.4 in
December 57°F (14°C) 3.2 in

Bronson has a seasonal temperature swing of 26°F / from 55°F in January to 81°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 55.7 inches, with August being the wettest month (8.6") and October the driest (2.2").

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Bronson is located in Levy County. It is classified as Metro / 250K–1M, part of a metropolitan area. 12.3% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 64% below the national average of 33.7%. 90.0% have completed high school. 3.2% hold a graduate or professional degree (below the 13.1% national rate). Area schools have an average test score of 5.1 out of 10. In the 2024 presidential election, the county voted Republican with 74.9% of the vote, a 50.3-point margin. 83.2% of households have broadband internet access. The area has 1 EV charging stations. There are 5 public libraries serving the community. 56 healthcare facilities operate in the area. 71% of workers drive alone to work.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 74.9%
D 24.6%

Winner: Republican by 50.3 points

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)10
Traffic Accidents115
Avg Accident Severity2.1 / 4.0
F Safety Grade (1.0/5.0)

Education

Bachelor's Degree+12.3%
64% below US avg
High School+90.0%
Graduate Degree+3.2%
School Test Score5.13
D Education Grade (2.0/5.0)

Area & Infrastructure

RUCC Code 2Metro / 250K–1M
Population Density340/sq mi
Total Area4.2 sq mi
CountyLevy County County

Services

Broadband Access83.2%
Avg Download Speed26.1 Mbps
Avg Upload Speed1.8 Mbps
Max Download Speed987 Mbps
EV Charging Stations1
Alt Fuel Stations1
Public Libraries5
Healthcare Facilities56
Restaurants92
Retail Stores150

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute30.3 min
Drive Alone71.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home4.4%
Average costs for common services in Bronson. Prices are estimated based on regional cost of living data and may vary by provider.

Healthcare

Doctor Visit (Primary Care) $259 ($155–$414)
Specialist Visit $362 ($207–$569)
Urgent Care Visit $207 ($103–$362)
Emergency Room Visit $2,275 ($827–$5,170)
Dental Cleaning $134 ($78–$207)
Dental Filling $259 ($155–$414)
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Auto Repair

Oil Change (Conventional) $47 ($26–$78)
Oil Change (Synthetic) $78 ($52–$124)
Brake Pad Replacement $310 ($155–$517)
Tire Rotation $41 ($21–$78)
New Tires (Set of 4) $620 ($414–$1,034)
Battery Replacement $207 ($103–$362)
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Home Services

Plumber (Per Hour) $103 ($62–$155)
Electrician (Per Hour) $93 ($52–$145)
HVAC Repair $414 ($155–$827)
HVAC System Install $7,238 ($4,136–$12,408)
Roof Repair $1,034 ($414–$2,068)
Roof Replacement $9,306 ($5,687–$15,510)
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Legal

Divorce (Uncontested) $1,551 ($517–$3,619)
Divorce (Contested) $15,510 ($5,170–$31,020)
DUI Defense $5,170 ($2,068–$10,340)
Bankruptcy (Chapter 7) $1,551 ($827–$3,102)
Will Preparation $517 ($207–$1,034)
Trust Preparation $2,585 ($1,034–$5,170)
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Personal Care

Men's Haircut $26 ($16–$47)
Women's Haircut $57 ($31–$103)
Hair Coloring (Full) $155 ($78–$259)
Manicure $26 ($16–$47)
Pedicure $41 ($26–$67)
Massage (1 Hour) $83 ($52–$134)
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Food & Grocery

Gallon of Milk (per gallon) $4.24 ($3.10–$5.69)
Dozen Eggs (per dozen) $3.62 ($2.59–$5.17)
Loaf of Bread $3.93 ($2.59–$5.69)
Chicken Breast (per lb) $4.65 ($3.10–$6.72)
Ground Beef (per lb) $5.69 ($4.14–$7.76)
Rice (per lb) $1.03 ($0.62–$1.86)
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Utilities

Electricity (Monthly) $145 ($83–$259)
Natural Gas (Monthly) $72 ($31–$155)
Water/Sewer (Monthly) $72 ($41–$124)
Internet (Monthly) $72 ($41–$103)
Cell Phone Plan (Monthly) $67 ($31–$103)
Cable TV (Monthly) $88 ($52–$155)
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Transportation

Monthly Parking (Downtown) $207 ($78–$517)
Car Insurance (Annual) $2,068 ($1,241–$3,619)
Bus Pass (Monthly) $72 ($31–$134)
Taxi/Uber (5-Mile Ride) $16 ($8.27–$26)
Car Registration (Annual) $103 ($31–$259)
Driver's License Renewal $31 ($16–$78)
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Education & Childcare

Daycare (Infant, Monthly) $1,241 ($620–$2,585)
Daycare (Toddler, Monthly) $1,034 ($517–$2,068)
After-School Care (Monthly) $414 ($207–$724)
Tutoring (Per Hour) $52 ($26–$103)
SAT/ACT Prep Course $1,034 ($414–$2,585)
Private School (K-12, Annual) $12,925 ($5,170–$31,020)
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Pets

Vet Visit (Routine Checkup) $62 ($31–$103)
Dog Vaccination (Annual) $103 ($52–$207)
Dog Grooming $62 ($31–$103)
Pet Boarding (Per Night) $41 ($21–$78)
Dog Spay/Neuter $310 ($155–$517)
Cat Spay/Neuter $207 ($103–$414)
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Childcare

Center-Based (monthly)
Infant$758
Toddler$541
Preschool$520
Family Childcare (monthly)
Source: DOL Women's Bureau (2022)

Top Industries in Levy County

Largest private-sector industries by employment (BLS QCEW 2024 data, county level).

Industry Jobs Establishments Avg Annual Pay Location Quotient
Retail Trade 1,666 181 $31,883 1.82
Accommodation & Food Services 1,058 104 $23,091 1.27
Construction 855 177 $50,222 1.78
Health Care & Social Assistance 668 84 $39,759 0.51
Manufacturing 652 38 $51,907 0.87
Professional & Technical Services 267 80 $50,933 0.42
Other Services 239 66 $39,126 0.87
Finance & Insurance 222 32 $81,680 0.60
Wholesale Trade 199 37 $52,227 0.55
Arts & Entertainment 147 24 $39,733 0.96
Real Estate 108 38 $36,121 0.76
Educational Services 89 11 $33,629 0.47
Information & Technology 61 13 $112,950 0.36
Unclassified 17 27 $30,809 1.33

Schools in Bronson

5 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
BRONSON ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Other 602 30 20.1:1
BRONSON MIDDLE/HIGH SCHOOL High 552 28 19.7:1
LEVY VIRTUAL FRANCHISE High 2 0 —
LEVY VIRTUAL INSTRUCTION PROGRAM Elementary — 0 —
LEVY VIRTUAL INSTRUCTION PROGRAM (DISTRICT PROVIDED) Elementary — 0 —
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Radio Stations near Bronson

2 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
90.1 WMBT The Wombat — MP3 192 kbps
Tu Fiesta Radio — MP3 320 kbps

National Parks Near Bronson

21 national parks and monuments found near Bronson.

ParkTypeFee
Big Shoals State Park State Park Free
Cedar Key Museum State Park State Park Free
Devil's Millhopper Geological State Park State Park Free
Ellie Schiller Homosassa Springs Wildlife State Park State Park Free
Fanning Springs State Park State Park Free
Florida Museum Of Natural History/Harn Museum Of Art State Park Free
Fort Cooper State Park State Park Free
Ichetucknee Springs State Park State Park Free
Lafayette Blue Springs State Park State Park Free
Lake Griffin State Park State Park Free
Manatee Springs State Park State Park Free
Mike Roess Gold Head Branch State Park State Park Free
O'leno State Park State Park Free
President's Park State Park Free
Rainbow Springs State Park State Park Free
Ravine Gardens State Park State Park Free
Silver River State Park State Park Free
Suwannee River State Park State Park Free
Troy Spring State Park State Park Free
Weeki Wachee Springs State Park State Park Free
Wes Skiles Peacock Springs State Park State Park Free

Museums in Bronson

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
NORTH FLORIDA BOTANICAL SOCIETYARBORETUM, BOTANICAL GARDEN, OR NATURE CENTER3523724981$472,865
HISTORIC HAILE HOMESTEADHISTORY MUSEUM3522625652$41,310
DUDLEY FARMHISTORIC PRESERVATION3524721142$30,197
ARCHER HISTORICAL SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATIONSW 134TH STREET3524952310
FRED BEAR MUSEUMGENERAL MUSEUM3523762411
KIKA SILVA PLA PLANETARIUMSCIENCE & TECHNOLOGY MUSEUM OR PLANETARIUM3523955000
LEVY COUNTY QUILT MUSEUMGENERAL MUSEUM3524932801
SANTA FE GALLERYART MUSEUM3523955000
TAVARES AND GULF MODEL RAILROAD AND HISTORICAL SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION

Farmers Markets in Bronson

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
19/27 Community Farmers MarketNE 7th Ave09/03/2016 to 06/24/2017Sat: 8:30 AM-1:00 PM;
Haile Village Farmers Market5211 SW 91st TerraceSat: 8:30 AM-12:00 PM;YesVisit
Newberry Farmers MarketState Road 26 and 253rd Street04/01/2013 to 07/31/2013Sat: 8:00 AM-2:00 PM;YesVisit
Tioga Monday Market13005 W. Newberry Road (SR 26)Visit

Restaurants in Bronson

2 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

A&A Restaurant
Shaker

Breweries in Bronson

NameTypeAddressPhoneWebsite
Gator Spirits & Fine WinesFood & Entertainment, Liquor Stores, FL>Brewery5701 S W 75th St3523353994
Junction TheBreweries & Brew Pubs, Bar & Grill Restaurants, Food & Entertainment, Bars & Clubs, Williston, Resta120 N E 6th Ave3525280518
Swamp Head Brewerybrewery, pub, bar3140 S W 42nd Way3525053035Visit

EV Charging Stations in Bronson

NameAddressNetworkLevel 2DC FastConnectorsAccess
Hudson Foods – Bronson399 N Hathaway AveEV Connect4J1772COMBOpublic

Cell Towers in Bronson

AddressStructure TypeHeight (ft)
APPROX 1 MI. S OF US HWY 41 & SR 26, 1 MI E OF NEWBERRYTOWER128
11305 SOUTHWEST 103rd AVENUE (44991)GTOWER126
5353 SE Hwy 41 (79031)GTOWER107
2.75MI W OF ST HWY 98 & CTY RD 330, S SIDE ACCESS RTOWER100
26333 SW 4TH AVENUE (79026)LTOWER87
22125 SOUTHWEST 71ST AVENUE (65245)GTOWER80
591 S.E. HIGHWAY 41 (65257)LTOWER78
17266 NE 85th Street (79033)GTOWER78
12515 Southwest 170th Street (65244)MTOWER61

Fire Stations in Bronson

NameAddressTypeActive FirefightersVolunteersPhone
Bronson Volunteer Fire Department660 E Hathaway AVEVolunteer352-486-4493

Bridges in Bronson

LocationTypeKindYear BuiltLength (ft)Daily TrafficCondition
SlabConcrete20031504,400G
SlabConcrete20031504,400G
SlabConcrete1962994,157F
SlabConcrete20031504,157G
SlabPrestressed concrete20201501,800G

Correctional Facilities in Bronson

NameAddressTypePopulationCapacityStatus
LEVY COUNTY JAIL / SHERIFF9150 NORTHEAST 80TH AVENUECOUNTY167304OPEN

Airports Near Bronson

50 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Gainesville Regional AirportGNVMedium Airport
Ames Field—Small Airport
Ancient Oaks Airport—Small Airport
Arliss M Airport—Small Airport
Back Achers Airport—Small Airport
Bradley Airport—Small Airport
Brookins Air Strip—Small Airport
Buckner Airport—Small Airport
Buddys Ag Service Airport—Small Airport
Camp Blanding Army Air Field/NG Airfield—Small Airport
Cannon Creek Airpark—Small Airport
Chiefland Sky Ranch Airport—Small Airport
Clark Field—Small Airport
Country Landings Airport—Small Airport
Cross City AirportCTYSmall Airport
Crosswind Farm Airport—Small Airport
Crystal River Airport—Small Airport
Delta Airport—Small Airport
Drake Ranch Airport—Small Airport
Dunnellon Marion Co & Park of Commerce Airport—Small Airport
Early Bird Airport—Small Airport
Flying Baron Estates Airport—Small Airport
Flying C Farm Airport—Small Airport
Flying Dutchman Ranch Airport—Small Airport
Flying Harness Farms Airport—Small Airport
Flying Palomino Ranch Airport—Small Airport
Flying Ten Airport—Small Airport
Flying Tiger Field—Small Airport
Flying-H Airport—Small Airport
Fort Atkinson Plantation Airpark—Small Airport
Fox Field—Small Airport
Freeflight International Airport—Small Airport
George T Lewis AirportCDKSmall Airport
Gleim Field—Small Airport
Hobby Hill STOLport—Small Airport
Inverness Airport—Small Airport
Johary Airport—Small Airport
JR's STOLport—Small Airport
Jumbolair-Greystone Airport—Small Airport
Keystone Heights Airport—Small Airport
Kiever Airport—Small Airport
Lake City Airpark—Small Airport
Lake City Gateway AirportLCQSmall Airport
Lazy S Farm Airport—Small Airport
Lazyboy Airport—Small Airport
Lee Farms Airport—Small Airport
Leeward Air Ranch Airport—Small Airport
Link Field—Small Airport
Little River Airport—Small Airport
Love Field—Small Airport

Police Stations in Bronson

6 police stations.

StationAddressPhone
Chiefland Police Department14 East Park Avenue
Gilchrist County Sheriff's Office9239 South US Highway 129
Levy County Sheriff's Office
Levy County Sheriff's Office - Civil
Santa Fe Police
Williston Police Department

Grocery Stores in Bronson

5 grocery stores.

StoreTypeAddress
Bronson Produce PlusOther380 E Hathaway Ave
Dollar General Market 13176Super Store100 Commerce St
Jiffy 1530Convenience Store399 N Hathaway Ave
Kangroo Express 2658014 2658014Convenience Store392 N Hathaway Ave
Save A Lot 24971Supermarket661 E Hathaway Ave

Post Offices in Bronson

1 post offices.

Post OfficeAddress
Bronson Florida U.S. Post Office

Treatment Centers in Bronson

3 treatment centers.

CenterTypePhone
HCA Florida North Florida HospitalMental Health352-333-4000
Meridian Behavioral Healthcare Inc - Gilchrist County ClinicBoth352-487-0064
Meridian Behavioral Healthcare Inc - Levy County ClinicBoth352-439-0074

DOL Wage Violations in Bronson

5 employers with DOL wage violations totaling $125,359 in back wages owed to 304 employees.

5
Violations
$125,359
Back Wages Owed
304
Employees Owed
Data from the U.S. Department of Labor Wage and Hour Division (WHD) enforcement actions since FY 2005.
Employer Severity Parent Company ZIP Industry Cases Back Wages Per Employee Employees
Texoco Construction Plus — — 32621 — 1 $75,421 $639 118
Fresh Land Farm, Inc. (H-2aAGER) — — 32621 — 2 $29,968 $309 97
Levy County Sheriff Dept. — — 32621 — 1 $11,134 $301 37
NV Produce- H-2a AGER — — 32621 — 1 $8,550 $190 45
Hungry Howie's Pizza — — 32621 — 1 $287 $41 7

Churches & Religious Organizations in Bronson

6 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
CHURCH OF GOD BY FAITHPO BOX 1865
FIRST BAPTIST CHURCH OF BRONSONFIRST BAPTIST CHURCH 460 S COURT ST
GREATER PRAYER TEMPLE OUTREACH MINISTRIES INCPO BOX 1420
IGLESIA PENTECOSTAL TEMPLO DE LA ALABANZA INCPO BOX 706
LIVING HOPE CHURCH OF GODPO BOX 909
SAND HILL BAPTIST CHURCHPO BOX 1840

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Bigfoot Sightings
2
Eyewitness reports filed with the Bigfoot Field Researchers Organization
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Historic Markers
1
Officially designated historical markers from the Historical Marker Database
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Mines
1
Active and inactive mining sites tracked by the Mine Safety and Health Administration
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Frequently Asked Questions About Bronson

What is the population of Bronson?

Bronson has a population of 1,455 residents and is located in Florida. The population density is 340 people per square mile, spread across 4.2 square miles. The median age of residents is 31.1 years, which is younger than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 52.1% female and 47.9% male.

Is Bronson expensive to live in?

Bronson has a cost of living roughly in line with the national average, with an index of 103.4 (baseline: 100). The median household income is $60,714, 19% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $132,500 (53% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $775 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 2.2x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.

Is Bronson safe?

Bronson is safer than the national average, with a violent crime rate of 184 per 100,000 compared to the U.S. rate of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 3,818 per 100,000 (above the national average). Overall, Bronson receives a safety grade of F based on combined crime data.

What is the weather like in Bronson?

Bronson enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 69°F (21°C). Winter temperatures average 55°F in January, while summers reach an average of 81°F in July. The area receives 314 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 57.1 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 41.

How is the job market in Bronson?

The job market in Bronson is very strong, with unemployment at just 0.5% / well below the national rate of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $839. There are 1,134 business establishments in the area, including 92 restaurants and food service locations. The average commute time is 30 minutes, and 4.4% of workers work from home.

How much does housing cost in Bronson?

The median home value in Bronson is $132,500. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $270,052. For renters, the median monthly rent is $775. Fair market rent is $1,296 for a 1-bedroom and $1,526 for a 2-bedroom apartment. The homeownership rate is 61.5%. The average annual property tax is $4,558.

How are the schools in Bronson?

Schools in Bronson score 5.1 out of 10 on standardized testing, near the national average. 12.3% of adults in Bronson hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 90.0% have completed high school. 3.2% hold a graduate or professional degree.

How healthy is Bronson?

The obesity rate in Bronson is 35.6% (above the national rate of 32.1%). 19.1% of adults are smokers. 30.1% are physically inactive. 20.1% of residents report depression. 17.5% lack health insurance (above the national rate). 49.3% of residents have access to exercise opportunities. The primary care physician ratio is 1:8,832.

What is transportation like in Bronson?

The average commute in Bronson is 30 minutes. 71% of workers drive alone to work, and 4.4% work from home.

What are the demographics of Bronson?

The racial and ethnic makeup of Bronson is 63.9% White, 27.7% Black or African American. 95.4% of residents speak only English at home, while 4.6% speak Spanish. 9.7% of the population are military veterans. 16.3% of residents have a disability. 91.7% have health insurance coverage.

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