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Cocoa West, FL

Florida · Brevard County · Palm Bay-Melbourne-Titusville Metro

Cocoa West is a small city in Florida with a population of 5,416. Residents earn $32,746 per year, which is 56% below the national average.

2.3 /5.0
C Fair
5,416 Population 1,484/sq mi density
$32,746 Median Income $28,160 per capita
$135,000 Home Value $292,995 Zillow
$1,103 Median Rent 46.6% income on rent
73°F Avg Temperature 314 sunny days/yr
1,810 Violent Crime/100K 6,299 property/100K
C
Overall
2.3 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C
Economy
2.1 / 5.0
$32,746 median income, 4.2% unemployment
A
Affordability
4.4 / 5.0
$135,000 home value, $1,103/mo rent
F
Safety
1.0 / 5.0
1,810 violent crimes/100K (376% above avg)
D
Education
1.7 / 5.0
8.6% bachelor's degree or higher

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Full City Profile
Median Income $32,746
56% lower than US avg
Home Value $135,000
52% lower than US avg
Violent Crime 1,810/100K
376% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 8.6%
74% lower than US avg
Median Rent $1,103
5% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 43.5%
36% higher than US avg
Unemployment 4.2%
17% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 36.1%
191% higher than US avg

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

People

Population5,416
Median Age40.1 yrs
Density1,484/mi²
Male / Female54% / 46%
Largest GroupWhite 60%
Veterans11.9%

Economy

C
Median Income$32,746
Per Capita$28,160
Unemployment4.2%
Poverty36.1%
County GDP$43,482M
Commute24 min

Housing

A
Home Value$135,000
Rent$1,103
Ownership54.5%
Zillow$292,995
Housing Units3,088
Rent Burden46.6%

Crime

F
Violent1,810/100K
Property6,299/100K

Health

Obesity43.5%
Uninsured20.1%
Smoking21.5%
Depression20.9%
Heart Disease7.8%

Climate

Avg Temp73°F (23°C)
AQI41 (Good)
Rain55.3 in/yr
Sunny Days314/yr
Elevation17 ft (5 m)

Education

D
Bachelor's+8.6%
High School+81.0%
Graduate+3.5%
School Score6.30

Community

2024 VoteR 60% / D 39%
Commute24 min
Broadband93.6%
EV Stations15
Libraries18

Is Cocoa West a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Cocoa West receives an overall livability score of 2.3 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C. Key strengths include affordable housing, abundant sunshine, strong internet connectivity. Areas to be aware of include elevated crime rates, an elevated poverty rate, a high uninsured rate. Cocoa West has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Cocoa West is $32,746, 56% below the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 4.2%, indicating a healthy job market. The poverty rate of 36.1% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 24 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Cocoa West is $135,000, 52% below the national median / offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $1,103 per month. A price-to-income ratio of 4.1x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Safety & Crime

With 1,810 violent crimes per 100,000 residents, public safety is a notable concern / this is significantly above the national average of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 6,299 per 100,000, 221% above the national average.

Education

8.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 81.0% have completed high school. Local schools score 6.3/10 in standardized testing, reflecting strong academic performance.

Climate & Weather

Cocoa West has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 73°F. Winters average 61°F in January while summers reach 82°F in July. With 314 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 55.3 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Cocoa West has a population of 5,416 with a density of 1,484 people per square mile, spread across 3.7 square miles. The median age is 40.1 years, 3% older than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 45.6% female and 54.4% male. The city is predominantly White (60.2%), with 31.2% Black. English is the primary language spoken at home by 94.9% of residents, while 5.1% speak Spanish. 11.9% of the population are veterans, above the national rate of 6.0%. 16.7% of residents have a disability (above the 13.0% national average). 76.1% have health insurance coverage.

Population

5,416
Total Population
1,484
People / sq mi
40.1yrs
Median Age
3% above US avg
3.7mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 54.4%
Female 45.6%

Race & Ethnicity

Cocoa West vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only 94.9%
21% above US avg
Spanish 5.1%
62% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Cocoa West vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Cocoa West is $32,746, which is 56% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $28,160 (below the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $1,309. The unemployment rate is 4.2% (above the 3.6% US average). 36.1% of residents live below the poverty line, higher than the national rate of 12.4%. The area has 18,850 business establishments, including 1,318 restaurants. The cost of living index is 103.4, roughly in line with the national average. Workers commute an average of 24 minutes. 4.3% of workers work from home (below the 15.2% national rate).

Income: Cocoa West vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$32,746
56% below US avg
Per Capita Income$28,160
Avg Weekly Wage$1,309
IRS Avg AGI$81,586
Gini Index0.452 (0=equal, 1=unequal)

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment4.2%
17% above US avg
Poverty Rate36.1%
191% above US avg
Establishments (County)18,850
County GDP$43,482M

Business (County)

Restaurants1,318
Healthcare1,814
Retail2,025
Manufacturing466

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$6,090
74% above US avg
Cost of Living103.40 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate4.51%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time23.8 min
Drive Alone83.2%
Public Transit0.1%
Work from Home4.3%

Walkability

The median home value in Cocoa West is $135,000, 52% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $292,995, higher than the Census estimate. Homes sell for 97.1% of their list price. Monthly rent averages $1,103 (5% 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. 54.5% of housing units are owner-occupied (below the 65.4% national rate). There are 3,088 total housing units in the city. The median year a home was built is 1972. The average annual property tax is $6,090 (higher than the $3,500 national average). 46.6% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing, indicating a significant affordability challenge for renters. The home price-to-income ratio is 4.1x.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$135,000
52% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$292,995
Median List Price$260,000

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$260,000
$/Sq Ft$174
Homes Sold4
Sale-to-List Ratio97.1%
Price Drops16.7%
Inventory12

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,103
5% below US avg
Rent Burden46.6%

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

Homeownership54.5%
Owner-Occupied54.5%
Renter-Occupied45.5%
Housing Units3,088
Median Year Built1972

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$6,090
74% above US avg
Effective Rate4.51%
In Cocoa West, 43.5% of adults are obese, above the national rate of 32.1%. 16.0% have diabetes (above the 10.5% national rate). Heart disease affects 7.8% of residents, above the national average. 40.6% have high blood pressure. 21.5% are current smokers (above the 14.0% national rate). 13.9% report binge drinking. 34.4% are physically inactive, above the national average. 20.9% report depression. 22.3% experience frequent mental distress. 20.1% of residents lack health insurance (above the 8.6% national rate). The primary care physician ratio is 1:1,383. The dentist ratio is 1:1,664. 82.8% of residents have access to exercise opportunities. The food environment index is 7.6 out of 10.

Health Metrics: Cocoa West vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity43.5%
36% above US avg
Diabetes16.0%
Heart Disease7.8%
High Blood Pressure40.6%
Asthma11.6%
COPD10.1%
Cancer6.2%
Stroke4.8%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking21.5%
54% above US avg
Binge Drinking13.9%
Physical Inactivity34.4%
Depression20.9%
Mental Distress22.3%
Physical Distress17.8%
Short Sleep43.1%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate76.1%
Uninsured20.1%
134% above US avg
Primary Care1:1,383
Dentists1:1,664
Mental Health1:501
Checkup Rate76.6%
Dental Visits42.5%
Premature Death10,703/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.6/10
Exercise Access82.8%
Healthcare Facilities1,814
Cocoa West has a violent crime rate of 1,810 per 100,000 residents, 376% above the national average of 380. Property crime stands at 6,299 per 100,000, 221% above the U.S. average. The county recorded 96 fatal traffic crashes. Overall, Cocoa West receives a safety grade of F.

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

Violent Crime

Total Violent1,810.4/100K
376% above US avg

Property Crime

Total Property6,298.8/100K
221% above US avg

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)96
Avg Accident Severity0.0 / 4.0

Safety Score

Safety GradeF
Safety Score1.0 / 5.0
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Cocoa West has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 73°F (23°C). Winters average 61°F in January while summers reach 82°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 55.3 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 17 feet, near sea level.

Temperature

61°F Jan (16°C) 82°F Jul (28°C)
Annual Average72.9°F
35% above US avg
January Average61°F (16°C)
July Average82°F (28°C)
Sunny Days314 days/yr

Geography

Elevation17 ft (5 m)
Area3.7 sq mi (9.5 km²)
Population Density1,484/sq mi
Coordinates28.3590°N, 80.7713°W
TimezoneAmerica/New_York
CountyBrevard County County
Nearest AirportSpace Coast Regional (TIX)
11 miles away

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 55.3"
45% above US avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Sep) 7.05"
Driest Month (Apr) 1.77"

Air Quality

AQI Median41.0
RatingGood

Air Pollutants (EPA 2023)

Ozone (O₃)0.0416 ppm
PM2.5 (Fine Particles)6.3 μg/m³

Natural Hazard Risk

Overall RiskRelatively High
Risk Score98.4 / 100
Social Vulnerability40.8 / 100
Community Resilience63.4 / 100

Hazard Breakdown

Tornado Relatively High
Hurricane Very High
Earthquake Very Low
Wildfire Relatively Moderate
Flood Relatively High
Hail Relatively Low
Strong Wind Relatively High
Heat Wave Relatively Moderate
Winter Weather No Rating
Lightning Very High
Drought Relatively Low
Cold Wave Relatively Low
Landslide Very Low
Coastal Flood Relatively Moderate
Source: FEMA National Risk Index v1.20 (Dec 2025)

Hurricane History

21 hurricanes (Cat 1+) within 500 km since 1980. Strongest: Category 5. Most recent: Milton (2024, Cat 3).

Year Name Category Closest
2024 Milton Category 3 45 km
2022 Ian Category 5 80 km
2022 Nicole Category 1 96 km
2019 Dorian Category 5 161 km
2017 Irma Category 3 141 km
2016 Matthew Category 4 76 km
2014 Arthur Category 1 246 km
2005 Wilma Category 3 174 km
2005 Ophelia Category 1 146 km
2005 Katrina Category 1 266 km
2004 Charley Category 4 86 km
2004 Jeanne Category 3 101 km
2004 Frances Category 2 94 km
2000 Gordon Category 1 300 km
1999 Floyd Category 4 206 km
1999 Dennis Category 2 276 km
1999 Irene Category 1 78 km
1995 Erin Category 1 82 km
1985 Elena Category 3 298 km
1985 Bob Category 1 240 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980–2026)

Tornado History

453 tornadoes (EF0+) within 100 km since 1950. Strongest: EF3. Total: 46 fatalities, 681 injuries.

Date Rating Distance Fatalities
Feb 22, 1998 EF3 94 km 3
Feb 22, 1998 EF3 68 km 13
Feb 22, 1998 EF3 71 km 25
Nov 1, 1997 EF3 75 km 0
Mar 19, 1981 EF3 65 km 0
Jun 19, 1972 EF3 27 km 0
Jun 19, 1972 EF3 10 km 0
Mar 5, 1970 EF3 29 km 0
Apr 15, 1958 EF3 98 km 0
Aug 18, 2020 EF2 94 km 0
Sep 10, 2017 EF2 37 km 0
Apr 6, 2017 EF2 88 km 0
Jun 24, 2012 EF2 100 km 0
Dec 25, 2006 EF2 91 km 0
Dec 25, 2006 EF2 95 km 0
Oct 24, 2005 EF2 42 km 0
Mar 9, 1998 EF2 93 km 0
Feb 22, 1998 EF2 57 km 0
Feb 22, 1998 EF2 96 km 1
Dec 27, 1997 EF2 94 km 0
Source: NOAA SPC (EF0+, 1950–2024)

Wildfire History

20 wildfires (100+ acres) within 100 km. Largest: UNNAMED (45,954 ac, 1998).

Year Name Acres Distance
1998 UNNAMED 45,954 45 km
2011 IRON HORSE 18,234 49 km
2001 STAGECOACH COMPLEX 14,079 96 km
2021 KISSIMMEE BEND NORTH 13,782 96 km
2006 UNNAMED 12,050 96 km
1992 UNNAMED 11,488 95 km
2008 UNNAMED 11,294 75 km
1998 UNNAMED 9,972 71 km
1996 UNNAMED 9,427 93 km
1993 UNNAMED 9,422 29 km
2024 APQ RECREATION AREA RX 0506 8,901 94 km
1998 UNNAMED 8,794 87 km
2017 ECHO SPRINGS 8,640 98 km
1985 UNNAMED 8,382 73 km
1984 UNNAMED 7,765 42 km
2004 UNNAMED 7,670 89 km
2021 AREA 11 7,140 93 km
2017 NORTH CANE 7,024 29 km
1989 UNNAMED 6,985 20 km
2011 UNNAMED 6,616 80 km
Source: NIFC/IRWIN (100+ acres)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 61°F (16°C) 2.5 in Coldest
February 62°F (17°C) 3.0 in
March 67°F (19°C) 3.4 in
April 71°F (21°C) 1.8 in Driest
May 76°F (24°C) 3.3 in
June 80°F (27°C) 6.3 in
July 82°F (28°C) 6.0 in Warmest
August 81°F (27°C) 6.2 in
September 80°F (27°C) 7.1 in Wettest
October 75°F (24°C) 4.4 in
November 68°F (20°C) 2.8 in
December 63°F (17°C) 1.9 in

Cocoa West has a seasonal temperature swing of 21°F / from 61°F in January to 82°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 48.6 inches, with September being the wettest month (7.1") and April the driest (1.8").

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Cocoa West is located in Brevard County. It is classified as Metro / 250K–1M, part of a metropolitan area. 8.6% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 74% below the national average of 33.7%. 81.0% have completed high school. 3.5% hold a graduate or professional degree (below the 13.1% national rate). Area schools have an average test score of 6.3 out of 10. In the 2024 presidential election, the county voted Republican with 59.9% of the vote, a 20.8-point margin. 93.6% of households have broadband internet access. The area has 15 EV charging stations. There are 18 public libraries serving the community. 1,814 healthcare facilities operate in the area. 83.2% of workers drive alone to work.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 59.9%
D 39.1%

Winner: Republican by 20.8 points

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)96
Avg Accident Severity0.0 / 4.0
F Safety Grade (1.0/5.0)

Education

Bachelor's Degree+8.6%
74% below US avg
High School+81.0%
Graduate Degree+3.5%
School Test Score6.30
D Education Grade (1.7/5.0)

Area & Infrastructure

RUCC Code 2Metro / 250K–1M
Population Density1,484/sq mi
Total Area3.7 sq mi
CountyBrevard County County

Services

Broadband Access93.6%
Avg Download Speed164.3 Mbps
Avg Upload Speed20.5 Mbps
Max Download Speed1,000 Mbps
EV Charging Stations15
Alt Fuel Stations17
Public Libraries18
Healthcare Facilities1,814
Restaurants1,318
Retail Stores2,025

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute23.8 min
Drive Alone83.2%
Public Transit0.1%
Work from Home4.3%
Average costs for common services in Cocoa West. 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)
View all 18 services

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)
View all 25 services

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)
View all 12 services

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)
View all 12 services

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)
View all 8 services

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)
View all 8 services

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)
View all 9 services

Childcare

Center-Based (monthly)
Infant$866
Toddler$723
Preschool$671
Family Childcare (monthly)
Infant$866
Toddler$758
Preschool$736
Source: DOL Women's Bureau (2022)

Top Industries in Brevard County

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

Industry Jobs Establishments Avg Annual Pay Location Quotient
Manufacturing 34,805 734 $113,107 1.75
Health Care & Social Assistance 33,411 2,136 $61,732 0.96
Retail Trade 28,418 2,101 $37,823 1.18
Accommodation & Food Services 25,892 1,415 $27,271 1.18
Professional & Technical Services 19,710 2,994 $101,163 1.17
Construction 16,830 2,061 $69,216 1.32
Administrative & Waste Services 13,489 1,489 $55,616 0.95
Other Services 6,770 1,415 $45,721 0.93
Educational Services 5,338 261 $45,920 1.07
Transportation & Warehousing 5,108 382 $61,755 0.50
Finance & Insurance 4,901 849 $95,893 0.50
Wholesale Trade 4,793 622 $113,713 0.50
Arts & Entertainment 4,015 244 $33,828 0.99
Real Estate 3,066 1,046 $51,857 0.82
Management of Companies 2,872 100 $93,779 0.70
Information & Technology 2,632 385 $107,328 0.58
Utilities 333 38 $123,418 0.36
Unclassified 280 357 $60,081 0.83
Agriculture & Forestry 279 52 $45,727 0.14
Mining & Oil/Gas 60 10 $82,720 0.07

Radio Stations near Cocoa West

11 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
Living Worship .Radio christian AAC+ 128 kbps
101.1 WJRR classic rock, rock AAC
113.FM Big Kickin Country big kickin 103fm MP3 128 kbps
Radio Calico - lossless, with metadata OGG 128 kbps
Z106.7 classic rock AAC
Z104.3 pop, top 40 AAC
radio calico music, rock. OGG
Radio Calico - 192kpbs MP3 192 kbps
107.1 A1A pop, top 40 AAC+ 48 kbps
96.9 The Game AAC 24 kbps
G Praise 106.3 christian hip hop MP3 128 kbps

National Parks Near Cocoa West

17 national parks and monuments found near Cocoa West.

ParkTypeFee
Avalon State Park State Park Free
Bicentennial Youth Park Environmental Learning Center State Park Free
Blue Spring State Park State Park Free
Canaveral National Seashore National Seashore $25
De Leon Springs State Park State Park Free
Fort Pierce Inlet State Park State Park Free
Highlands Hammock State Park State Park Free
Hontoon Island State Park State Park Free
Kimberly Bergalis Park State Park Free
Lake Kissimmee State Park State Park Free
Nance Park State Park Free
Paradise Beach North State Park Free
Riverside Park State Park Free
Sebastian Inlet State Park State Park Free
Tomoka State Park State Park Free
Tuscawilla Park State Park Free
Wekiwa Springs State Park State Park Free

Museums in Cocoa West

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
LAW ENFORCEMENT HALL OF FAMEGENERAL MUSEUM6350 HORIZON DR3212640911$2,914,511
VALIANT AIR COMMANDGENERAL MUSEUM3212681941$865,945
U.S. SPACE WALK OF FAME MUSEUMSCIENCE & TECHNOLOGY MUSEUM OR PLANETARIUM3212640434$127,908
BREVARD MUSEUMGENERAL MUSEUM4076321830$125,623
AIR FORCE SPACE AND MISSILE MUSEUMSCIENCE & TECHNOLOGY MUSEUM OR PLANETARIUM100 SPACE PORT WAY3218539171$69,103
HARRY T & HARRIETTE V MOORE CULTURAL COMPLEXHISTORY MUSEUM2180 FREEDOM AVE3212646595$21,216
ASTRONAUT MEMORIAL PLANETARIUM & OBSERVATORYSCIENCE & TECHNOLOGY MUSEUM OR PLANETARIUM1519 CLEARLAKE ROAD
ASTRONAUT MEMORIAL PLANETARIUM AND OBSERVATORYSCIENCE & TECHNOLOGY MUSEUM OR PLANETARIUM3214337373
ASTRONAUT MEMORIAL SPACE SCIENCE CENTERSCIENCE & TECHNOLOGY MUSEUM OR PLANETARIUM
BREVARD BOTANICAL GARDENARBORETUM, BOTANICAL GARDEN, OR NATURE CENTER
BREVARD GENEALOGICAL SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION308 FORREST AVE
BREVARD HERITAGE COUNCILHISTORIC PRESERVATION3783 NORTH INDIAN RIVER DRIVE3216266751
BREVARD VETERANS COUNCILHISTORIC PRESERVATION3214521774
BREVARD ZOOZOO, AQUARIUM, OR WILDLIFE CONSERVATION8225 N WICKHAM ROAD3212549453
CENTRAL BREVARD ART ASSOCIATIONART MUSEUM3216322922
CLASSIC CAR MUSEUMGENERAL MUSEUM3216327174
EAST COAST SURF MUSEUMGENERAL MUSEUM
EAST COAST SURFING HALL OF FAMEGENERAL MUSEUMPO BOX 321562
FOOSANER ART MUSEUMART MUSEUM3216748916
HISTORIC DERBY STREET CHAPELHISTORIC PRESERVATION121 DERBY STREET3213055924
MUSEUM OF DINOSAURS AND ANCIENT CULTURESHISTORY MUSEUM250 W COCOA BEACH CSWY3217837300
NATURE CENTER AT THE GREAT OUTDOORSARBORETUM, BOTANICAL GARDEN, OR NATURE CENTER
ORIGAMI POEMS PROJECTHISTORIC PRESERVATION
PRESERVATION AND EDUCATION TRUSTHISTORIC PRESERVATION
ROSSETTER HOUSE FOUNDATIONHISTORIC PRESERVATION435 BREVARD AVENUE3216901971
SHORIN RYU KARATE LEARNING ANNEX AND MUSEUMGENERAL MUSEUM
SPACE COAST KIDS DISCOVERY CENTERGENERAL MUSEUM

Libraries in Cocoa West

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
BREVARD COUNTY LIBRARY SYSTEM308 FORREST AVENUE0.02,705,255

Farmers Markets in Cocoa West

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Brevard County Farmers Market2500 Parkway Drive01/01/2013 to 12/31/2013Thu: 3:00 PM-6:00 PM;YesVisit
Cocoa Beach Farmers Market 2 South Orlando AvenueVisit
Eau Gallie Farmers MarketEau Gallie Boulevard and Highland AvenueVisit
The Green Marketplace3910 N Cocoa Blvd (US 1)01/01/2014 to 12/31/2014Fri: 10:00 AM-5:00 PM;Sat: 10:00 AM-5:00 PM;Visit
Viera Park Market2300 Judge Fran Jamieson Way11/03/2017 to 05/01/2020Fri: 11:00 AM-4:00 PM;

Hotels in Cocoa West

3 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Days Inn
Days Inn by Wyndham Cocoa Cruiseport West At I-95/524
Holiday Inn Express & Suites Cocoa

Restaurants in Cocoa West

2 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

A&M Atlantic Seafood, Inc
IHOP

Gas Stations in Cocoa West

13 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

BP
BP
Chevron
Hess
Kangaroo Express
Mobil
ONE9
ONE9
Raceway
Sam's Club
Shell
Shell
Sunoco

Breweries in Cocoa West

NameTypeAddressPhoneWebsite
Bugnutty Brewing CompanyBrewery715 N Courtenay Pkwy3214524460Visit
Charlie and Jakes Brewery & GrilleBrewery, BBQ Joint6300 N Wickham Rd3217527675Visit
Cocoa Beach Brewing CompanyBars & Clubs, Restaurant, Nightlife, Brewery150 N Atlantic Ave3216132941Visit
Florida Beer CompanyBrewery200 Imperial Blvd3217284114Visit
Jonathon's PubBrewers140 N Brevard Ave3217839368, 13217839368
Patrick's PubBrewers700 West Ave3216329616
Space Coast Brews CruiseAttorneys, FL, Cocoa, Legal Services, Attorneys & Lawyers, Brewery, lawyers, lawyer & legal service317 Riveredge Blvd3218069894, 3216366723

Cell Towers in Cocoa West

AddressStructure TypeHeight (ft)
3430 KILMARNOCH LANE (6600)GTOWER95
3430 KILMARNOCH LANE (6600)GTOWER95
26513 YATES ROAD (61684)LTOWER95
26513 YATES ROAD (61684)MTOWER95
5599 PINE ST (6608)LTOWER89
5599 PINE STREET (6608)LTOWER89
26450 EAST COLONIAL DRIVE (61686)MTOWER88
26450 EAST COLONIAL DRIVE (61686)LTOWER88
4125 FISKE BLVD (64726)GTOWER87
4125 FISKE BLVD (64726)GTOWER87
799 N Wickham Road (6597)LTOWER86
799 North Wickham Road (6597)LTOWER86
450 W COCOA BEACH CSWY (6607)BTWR67
450 W COCOA BEACH CAUSEWAY (6607)BTWR67
397 E EAU GALLIE RD (64720)MTOWER61
397 E EAU GALLIE RD (64720)MTOWER61
15810 Heavy Launch Road (64724)LTOWER57
15810 Heavy Launch Road (64724)LTOWER57
1605 Instrumentation Road (64721)MTOWER49
1605 Instrumentation Road (64721)MTOWER49
1142 Jupiter Street (82278)MTOWER45
1142 Jupiter Street (82278)MTOWER45

Bridges in Cocoa West

LocationTypeKindYear BuiltLength (ft)Daily TrafficCondition
CulvertConcrete19652794,085F
CulvertConcrete19652794,085F
CulvertConcrete19872094,084F
Stringer/Multi-beamPrestressed concrete196621547,043F
Stringer/Multi-beamPrestressed concrete196621647,043F
Stringer/Multi-beamPrestressed concrete196618828,750F
Stringer/Multi-beamPrestressed concrete196618828,750G
CulvertConcrete19372123,500G
CulvertConcrete2013243,600G
CulvertConcrete196529248G
CulvertConcrete196525102F
CulvertConcrete201233100G

Superfund Sites Near Cocoa West

3 EPA Superfund sites (hazardous waste cleanup locations).

SiteAddressCounty
GENON FLORIDA L.P. INDIAN RIVER POWER PLANT7800 S US HIGHWAY 1BREVARD
GENON FLORIDA L.P. INDIAN RIVER POWER PLANT7800 S US HIGHWAY 1BREVARD
NEXTERA ENERGY OLEANDER POWER PROJECT, LP555 TOWNSEND ROADBREVARD

Airports Near Cocoa West

50 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Orlando International AirportMCOLarge Airport
Orlando Sanford International AirportSFBLarge Airport
Cape Canaveral SFS Skid StripMedium Airport
Kissimmee Gateway AirportISMMedium Airport
Melbourne Orlando International AirportMLBMedium Airport
Orlando Executive AirportORLMedium Airport
Patrick Space Force BaseCOFMedium Airport
Space Coast Regional AirportTIXMedium Airport
Space Florida Launch and Landing FacilityMedium Airport
Vero Beach Regional AirportVRBMedium Airport
Arthur Dunn Air ParkSmall Airport
Bent Willies AirportSmall Airport
Big Oaks Ranch AirportSmall Airport
Blanket Bay AirportSmall Airport
Blue Ridge Flightpark AirportSmall Airport
Bradshaw Tree Farm AirportSmall Airport
Britt Brown & Porter Ranch AirportSmall Airport
Broocke Air Patch AirportSmall Airport
Cedar Knoll Flying Ranch AirportSmall Airport
David Wine's AirstripSmall Airport
Deep Woods Ranch AirportSmall Airport
Deland Municipal Sidney H Taylor FieldSmall Airport
Devils Garden StripSmall Airport
Downsers Field / Albatross AirstripSmall Airport
Escape Ranch AirportSmall Airport
Fellsmere AirportSmall Airport
Flying 4 Ranch AirportSmall Airport
Flying S Ranch AirportSmall Airport
Forever Florida AirportSmall Airport
Gamebird Groves AirstripSmall Airport
Gator AirparkSmall Airport
Gentry AirportSmall Airport
Highlander AirportSmall Airport
Lake X AirportSmall Airport
LM-ETS AirportSmall Airport
MacDill Air Force Base Auxiliary FieldSmall Airport
Massey Ranch AirparkSmall Airport
Merritt Island AirportCOISmall Airport
Mills Ranch South AirportSmall Airport
New Hibiscus AirparkSmall Airport
New Smyrna Beach Municipal AirportSmall Airport
North Exuma AirportSmall Airport
River Ranch Resort AirportSmall Airport
Rlm Farms AirportSmall Airport
Rybolt Ranch AirportSmall Airport
Samsula / Coe FieldSmall Airport
Sebastian Municipal AirportSmall Airport
Southerland StripSmall Airport
Spruce Creek AirportSmall Airport
Stout AirportSmall Airport

Police Stations in Cocoa West

19 police stations.

StationAddressPhone
Brevard County Sheriff's Office
Brevard County Sheriff's Office
Brevard County Sheriff's Office - Records
Brevard County Sheriff's Office - Supply
Brevard County Sheriff's Office Animal Services
Brevard County Sheriff’s Office (West Precinct)2725 Judge Fran Jamieson Way
Cape Canaveral Police Department
Cocoa Beach Police Department - Investigations
Cocoa City Police1226 West King Street
Cocoa City Police Detective
Florida Highway Patrol Troop D District 4 - Cocoa
Indian Harbour Beach Police Department1835 South Patrick Drive
Melbourne Police Department
Rockledge Police Department1776 Jack Oates Boulevard
Rockledge Police Department
Satellite Beach Police Department510 Cinnamon Drive
Security Police60701
Titusville Police Department
Titusville Police Department

Grocery Stores in Cocoa West

14 grocery stores.

StoreTypeAddress
Clearlake PetroConvenience Store600 Clearlake Rd
Cox CitgoConvenience Store3990 Lake Dr
Cumberland Farms Inc. 9774Convenience Store1450 King St
Dollar General 11875Other135 N Range Rd
DOLLAR GENERAL 18211Other906 Barbara Jenkins St
Dollar General 19650Other4955 Highway 520
F&T Mini MarketGrocery Store601 S Fiske Blvd
Flying J Travel Plaza 1096Convenience Store1101 Friday Rd
Pete's KitchenConvenience Store1449 King St
Pilot Travel Center 88Convenience Store4455 King St
Raceway 6849Convenience Store3555 King St
Sam's Club 4991Super Store450 Townsend Rd
Sunoco Food MartConvenience Store5000 King St
Wawa 5265Convenience Store923 King St

Post Offices in Cocoa West

1 post offices.

Post OfficeAddress
Five Points Post Office1114 Lake Drive

Treatment Centers in Cocoa West

4 treatment centers.

CenterTypePhone
A Counseling CenterSubstance Abuse321-636-9941
Bell Eve Treatment CenterSubstance Abuse321-636-4357
Groups Recover TogetherSubstance Abuse888-858-1723
Space Coast Recovery IncSubstance Abuse321-632-5958

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UFO Sightings
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Reported UFO sightings from the National UFO Reporting Center database
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Historic Markers
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Officially designated historical markers from the Historical Marker Database
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Frequently Asked Questions About Cocoa West

What is the population of Cocoa West?

Cocoa West has a population of 5,416 residents and is located in Florida. The population density is 1,484 people per square mile, spread across 3.7 square miles. The median age of residents is 40.1 years. The population is 45.6% female and 54.4% male.

Is Cocoa West expensive to live in?

Cocoa West 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 $32,746, 56% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $135,000 (52% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $1,103 per month. The home price-to-income ratio is 4.1x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.

Is Cocoa West safe?

Public safety is a concern in Cocoa West, with a violent crime rate of 1,810 per 100,000 / significantly above the national average of 380. However, crime tends to concentrate in certain areas, and many neighborhoods remain relatively safe. Property crime occurs at a rate of 6,299 per 100,000 (above the national average). Overall, Cocoa West receives a safety grade of F based on combined crime data.

What is the weather like in Cocoa West?

Cocoa West has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 73°F (23°C). Winter temperatures average 61°F in January, while summers reach an average of 82°F in July. The area receives 314 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 55.3 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 41.

How is the job market in Cocoa West?

Cocoa West has a healthy job market with an unemployment rate of 4.2%, near the national average of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $1,309. There are 18,850 business establishments in the area, including 1,318 restaurants and food service locations. The average commute time is 24 minutes, and 4.3% of workers work from home.

How much does housing cost in Cocoa West?

The median home value in Cocoa West is $135,000. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $292,995. For renters, the median monthly rent is $1,103. Fair market rent is $1,296 for a 1-bedroom and $1,526 for a 2-bedroom apartment. The homeownership rate is 54.5%. The average annual property tax is $6,090.

How are the schools in Cocoa West?

Schools in Cocoa West score 6.3 out of 10 on standardized testing, near the national average. 8.6% of adults in Cocoa West hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 81.0% have completed high school. 3.5% hold a graduate or professional degree.

How healthy is Cocoa West?

The obesity rate in Cocoa West is 43.5% (above the national rate of 32.1%). 21.5% of adults are smokers. 34.4% are physically inactive. 20.9% of residents report depression. 20.1% lack health insurance (above the national rate). 82.8% of residents have access to exercise opportunities. The primary care physician ratio is 1:1,383.

What is transportation like in Cocoa West?

The average commute in Cocoa West is 24 minutes, shorter than the national average of 28 minutes. 83.2% of workers drive alone to work, and 4.3% work from home.

What are the demographics of Cocoa West?

The racial and ethnic makeup of Cocoa West is 60.2% White, 31.2% Black or African American, 0.7% Hispanic or Latino. 94.9% of residents speak only English at home, while 5.1% speak Spanish. 11.9% of the population are military veterans. 16.7% of residents have a disability. 76.1% have health insurance coverage.

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