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Buckhead Ridge, FL
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Buckhead Ridge, FL
At a Glance
How Buckhead Ridge Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Buckhead Ridge's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Buckhead Ridge a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Buckhead Ridge residents earn a median household income of $35,345 , which is 53% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $36,049. The unemployment rate stands at 6.2% (72% above the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 12.5% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 1,089 business establishments, including 58 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Buckhead Ridge is $134,800 , 52% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $284,064. Median rent is $1,125/month, with 33.3% of renters spending more than 30% of income on housing. The cost of living index is 103.4 (100 = national average). The median home was built in 1985.
Safety & Crime
Buckhead Ridge reports 286 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 25% below the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 4,828/100K.
Education
8.5% of adults in Buckhead Ridge hold a bachelor's degree or higher (75% below the national average). 87.6% have completed high school. Local schools score 5.0/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Buckhead Ridge has an average annual temperature of 75°F (24°C). Winters average 63°F in January while summers reach 83°F in July. The area gets 330 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 50.3 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.