Desoto Acres, FL

Florida · Manatee County · North Port-Bradenton-Sarasota Metro

Desoto Acres is a small town in Florida with a population of 770. Residents earn $77,102 per year, which is 3% above the national average.

Data updated April 2026

3.0 /5.0

B Good

770 Population 588/sq mi density

$77,102 Median Income $43,773 per capita

$502,800 Home Value $408,978 Zillow

74°F Avg Temperature 330 sunny days/yr

666 Violent Crime/100K 4,731 property/100K

Overall

3.0 / 5.0

Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education

A+

Economy

4.5 / 5.0

$77,102 median income, 0.0% unemployment

C+

Affordability

3.0 / 5.0

$502,800 home value

Safety

1.0 / 5.0

666 violent crimes/100K (75% above avg)

Education

3.5 / 5.0

30.9% bachelor's degree or higher

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Full City Profile

Median Income $77,102

3% higher than US avg

Home Value $502,800

78% higher than US avg

Violent Crime 666/100K

75% higher than US avg

Bachelor's+ 30.9%

8% lower than US avg

Obesity Rate 31.5%

2% lower than US avg

Unemployment 0.0%

100% lower than US avg

Poverty Rate 5.4%

56% lower than US avg

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

People

Population770

Median Age49.7 yrs

Density588/mi²

Male / Female47% / 53%

Largest GroupWhite 97%

Veterans2.0%

Economy

A+

Median Income$77,102

Per Capita$43,773

Unemployment0.0%

Poverty5.4%

County GDP$26,348M

Commute25 min

Housing

C+

Home Value$502,800

Ownership95.6%

Zillow$408,978

Housing Units267

Rent Burden33.3%

Crime

Violent666/100K

Property4,731/100K

Health

Obesity31.5%

Uninsured13.8%

Smoking14.4%

Depression21.0%

Heart Disease5.7%

Climate

Avg Temp74°F (23°C)

AQI41 (Good)

Rain49.1 in/yr

Sunny Days330/yr

Elevation37 ft (11 m)

Education

Bachelor's+30.9%

High School+98.6%

Graduate+17.4%

School Score5.40

Community

2024 VoteR 61% / D 38%

Commute25 min

Broadband94.8%

EV Stations101

Libraries7

Is Desoto Acres a Good Place to Live?

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

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Desoto Acres is $77,102, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. Only 5.4% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 25 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Desoto Acres is $502,800, making it a premium housing market at 78% above the U.S. median of $281,900. The price-to-income ratio of 6.5x means housing costs are stretched relative to local earnings.

Safety & Crime

With 666 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 4,731 per 100,000, 141% above the national average.

Education

30.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 98.6% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.4/10.

Climate & Weather

Desoto Acres 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. With 330 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 49.1 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Desoto Acres has a population of 770 with a density of 588 people per square mile, spread across 1.3 square miles. The median age is 49.7 years, 28% older than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 52.7% female and 47.3% male. The city is predominantly White (96.8%). English is the primary language spoken at home by 59.7% of residents, while 40.3% speak Spanish. 2.0% of the population are veterans, below the national rate of 6.0%. 7.9% of residents have a disability (below the 13.0% national average). 86.7% have health insurance coverage.

Population

770

Total Population

588

People / sq mi

49.7yrs

Median Age

28% above US avg

1.3mi²

Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 47.3%

Female 52.7%

Race & Ethnicity

Desoto Acres vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only 59.7%

24% below US avg

Spanish 40.3%

201% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Desoto Acres vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Desoto Acres is $77,102, which is 3% above the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $43,773 (above the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $1,170, 18% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 5.4% of residents live below the poverty line, lower than the national rate of 12.4%. The area has 14,624 business establishments, including 773 restaurants. The cost of living index is 103.4, roughly in line with the national average. Workers commute an average of 25 minutes. 23.2% of workers work from home (above the 15.2% national rate).

Income: Desoto Acres vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income	$77,102
	3% above US avg
Per Capita Income	$43,773
Avg Weekly Wage	$1,170
IRS Avg AGI	$106,916
Gini Index	0.471 (0=equal, 1=unequal)

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment	0.0%
	100% below US avg
Poverty Rate	5.4%
	56% below US avg
Establishments (County)	14,624
County GDP	$26,348M

Business (County)

Restaurants	773
Healthcare	1,127
Retail	1,394
Manufacturing	303

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)	$8,900
	154% above US avg
Cost of Living	103.40 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate	1.77%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time	25.0 min
Drive Alone	62.7%
Public Transit	0.0%
Work from Home	23.2%

Walkability

The median home value in Desoto Acres is $502,800, 78% above the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $408,978, lower than the Census estimate. Fair market rent ranges from $1,296 for a one-bedroom to $1,526 for a two-bedroom apartment. 95.6% of housing units are owner-occupied (above the 65.4% national rate). There are 267 total housing units in the city. The median year a home was built is 1969. The average annual property tax is $8,900 (higher than the $3,500 national average). 33.3% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing. The home price-to-income ratio is 6.5x, above the traditionally affordable threshold of 3-4x.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median	$502,800
	78% above US avg
Zillow ZHVI	$408,978

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs


Rent Burden	33.3%

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

Homeownership	95.6%
Owner-Occupied	95.6%
Renter-Occupied	4.4%
Housing Units	267
Median Year Built	1969

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)	$8,900
	154% above US avg
Effective Rate	1.77%

In Desoto Acres, 31.5% of adults are obese, below the national rate of 32.1%. 9.2% have diabetes. Heart disease affects 5.7% of residents. 30.4% have high blood pressure. 14.4% are current smokers. 20.3% report binge drinking. 22.7% are physically inactive. 21.0% report depression. 18.1% experience frequent mental distress. 13.8% of residents lack health insurance (above the 8.6% national rate). The primary care physician ratio is 1:1,612. The dentist ratio is 1:1,696. 89.0% of residents have access to exercise opportunities. The food environment index is 8.2 out of 10.

Health Metrics: Desoto Acres vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity	31.5%
	2% below US avg
Diabetes	9.2%
Heart Disease	5.7%
High Blood Pressure	30.4%
Asthma	9.7%
COPD	6.6%
Cancer	7.6%
Stroke	2.9%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking	14.4%
	3% above US avg
Binge Drinking	20.3%
Physical Inactivity	22.7%
Depression	21.0%
Mental Distress	18.1%
Physical Distress	13.5%
Short Sleep	36.1%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate	86.7%
Uninsured	13.8%
	60% above US avg
Primary Care	1:1,612
Dentists	1:1,696
Mental Health	1:766
Checkup Rate	74.5%
Dental Visits	61.2%
Premature Death	8,820/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment	8.2/10
Exercise Access	89.0%
Healthcare Facilities	1,127

Desoto Acres has a violent crime rate of 666 per 100,000 residents, 75% above the national average of 380. Property crime stands at 4,731 per 100,000, 141% above the U.S. average. The county recorded 64 fatal traffic crashes. Overall, Desoto Acres receives a safety grade of F.

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

Violent Crime

Total Violent	665.8/100K
	75% above US avg

Property Crime

Total Property	4,731.4/100K
	141% above US avg

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)	64
Avg Accident Severity	0.0 / 4.0

Safety Score

Safety Grade	F
Safety Score	1.0 / 5.0

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Desoto Acres has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 74°F (23°C). Winters average 62°F in January while summers reach 83°F in July. The area gets 330 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 49.1 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 37 feet, near sea level.

Temperature

62°F Jan (17°C) 83°F Jul (28°C)

Annual Average	74.1°F
	37% above US avg
January Average	62°F (17°C)
July Average	83°F (28°C)
Sunny Days	330 days/yr

Geography

Elevation	37 ft (11 m)
Area	1.3 sq mi (3.4 km²)
Population Density	588/sq mi
Coordinates	27.3826°N, 82.5180°W
Timezone	America/New_York
County	Manatee County County
Nearest Airport	Sarasota/Bradenton International (SRQ) 2 miles away

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 49.1"

29% above US avg

Wettest Month (Aug) 8.70"

Driest Month (Apr) 1.50"

Air Quality

AQI Median	41.0
Rating	Good

Air Pollutants (EPA 2023)

Ozone (O₃)	0.0386 ppm
SO₂ (Sulfur Dioxide)	0.90 ppb

Natural Hazard Risk

Overall Risk	Relatively High
Risk Score	97.6 / 100
Social Vulnerability	54.8 / 100
Community Resilience	22.8 / 100

Hazard Breakdown

Tornado	Relatively High
Hurricane	Very High
Earthquake	Very Low
Wildfire	Relatively Moderate
Flood	Relatively High
Hail	Relatively Low
Strong Wind	Relatively Moderate
Heat Wave	Relatively Moderate
Winter Weather	No Rating
Lightning	Very High
Drought	Relatively Moderate
Cold Wave	Relatively Moderate
Landslide	Very Low
Coastal Flood	Very High

Source: FEMA National Risk Index v1.20 (Dec 2025)

Hurricane History

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

Year	Name	Category	Closest
2024	Milton	Category 4	8 km
2024	Helene	Category 4	217 km
2024	Debby	Category 1	172 km
2023	Idalia	Category 4	217 km
2022	Ian	Category 5	82 km
2022	Nicole	Category 1	220 km
2021	Elsa	Category 1	110 km
2020	Eta	Category 1	223 km
2017	Irma	Category 4	62 km
2016	Matthew	Category 3	268 km
2016	Hermine	Category 1	287 km
2005	Dennis	Category 4	285 km
2005	Wilma	Category 3	184 km
2005	Katrina	Category 2	252 km
2004	Charley	Category 4	59 km
2004	Jeanne	Category 3	86 km
2004	Frances	Category 2	132 km
2000	Gordon	Category 1	144 km
1999	Irene	Category 1	233 km
1998	Georges	Category 2	294 km

Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980–2026)

Tornado History

740 tornadoes (EF0+) within 100 km since 1950. Strongest: EF4. Total: 26 fatalities, 1,036 injuries.

Date	Rating	Distance	Fatalities
Apr 4, 1966	EF4	66 km	11
Apr 15, 1958	EF4	34 km	0
Oct 3, 1992	EF3	53 km	3
Mar 17, 1985	EF3	34 km	2
Jan 24, 1979	EF3	15 km	0
May 4, 1978	EF3	62 km	3
Oct 31, 1958	EF3	20 km	0
Oct 11, 2023	EF2	76 km	0
Dec 16, 2020	EF2	58 km	0
Oct 18, 2019	EF2	81 km	0
Jan 17, 2016	EF2	15 km	0
Jan 17, 2016	EF2	34 km	2
Jun 21, 2006	EF2	60 km	0
Dec 7, 1996	EF2	54 km	1
Apr 4, 1993	EF2	62 km	0
Oct 3, 1992	EF2	62 km	1
Jul 12, 1992	EF2	75 km	0
Feb 8, 1986	EF2	88 km	0
Dec 12, 1983	EF2	67 km	0
Dec 11, 1983	EF2	46 km	0

Source: NOAA SPC (EF0+, 1950–2024)

Wildfire History

20 wildfires (100+ acres) within 100 km. Largest: UNNAMED (16,145 ac, 1986).

Year	Name	Acres	Distance
1986	UNNAMED	16,145	94 km
1991	UNNAMED	14,572	84 km
1999	UNNAMED	12,935	84 km
1999	UNNAMED	12,527	83 km
2004	UNNAMED	9,397	87 km
2006	UNNAMED	9,045	85 km
1999	UNNAMED	8,800	83 km
2004	UNNAMED	8,516	91 km
1993	UNNAMED	8,494	93 km
2008	UNNAMED	8,268	96 km
1992	UNNAMED	7,529	85 km
1999	UNNAMED	7,415	33 km
1999	UNNAMED	6,951	92 km
2004	UNNAMED	6,537	94 km
2008	UNNAMED	6,044	94 km
2008	UNNAMED	6,036	83 km
2006	UNNAMED	5,970	82 km
2006	UNNAMED	5,910	92 km
2004	UNNAMED	5,802	83 km
1993	UNNAMED	5,799	86 km

Source: NIFC/IRWIN (100+ acres)

Monthly Weather

Month	Avg Temperature	Precipitation	Summary
January	62°F (17°C)	2.4 in	Coldest
February	63°F (17°C)	3.0 in
March	68°F (20°C)	3.4 in
April	72°F (22°C)	1.5 in	Driest
May	77°F (25°C)	3.1 in
June	81°F (27°C)	7.0 in
July	83°F (28°C)	7.4 in	Warmest
August	83°F (28°C)	8.7 in	Wettest
September	81°F (27°C)	7.2 in
October	76°F (25°C)	2.5 in
November	70°F (21°C)	2.1 in
December	64°F (18°C)	2.3 in

Desoto Acres has a seasonal temperature swing of 21°F / from 62°F in January to 83°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 50.5 inches, with August being the wettest month (8.7") and April the driest (1.5").

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Desoto Acres is located in Manatee County. It is classified as Metro / 250K–1M, part of a metropolitan area. 30.9% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 8% below the national average of 33.7%. 98.6% have completed high school. 17.4% hold a graduate or professional degree (above the 13.1% national rate). Area schools have an average test score of 5.4 out of 10. In the 2024 presidential election, the county voted Republican with 61.4% of the vote, a 23.5-point margin. 94.8% of households have broadband internet access. The area has 101 EV charging stations. There are 7 public libraries serving the community. 1,127 healthcare facilities operate in the area. 62.7% of workers drive alone to work.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 61.4%

D 37.9%

Winner: Republican by 23.5 points

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)	64
Avg Accident Severity	0.0 / 4.0

F Safety Grade (1.0/5.0)

Education

Bachelor's Degree+	30.9%
	8% below US avg
High School+	98.6%
Graduate Degree+	17.4%
School Test Score	5.40

B Education Grade (3.5/5.0)

Area & Infrastructure

RUCC Code 2	Metro / 250K–1M
Population Density	588/sq mi
Total Area	1.3 sq mi
County	Manatee County County

Services

Broadband Access	94.8%
Avg Download Speed	142.3 Mbps
Avg Upload Speed	16.2 Mbps
Max Download Speed	987 Mbps
EV Charging Stations	101
Alt Fuel Stations	109
Public Libraries	7
Healthcare Facilities	1,127
Restaurants	773
Retail Stores	1,394

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute	25.0 min
Drive Alone	62.7%
Public Transit	0.0%
Work from Home	23.2%

Average costs for common services in Desoto Acres. 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	$953
Toddler	$801
Preschool	$714
Family Childcare (monthly)
Infant	$693
Toddler	$671
Preschool	$650

Source: DOL Women's Bureau (2022)

Top Industries in Manatee County

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

Industry	Jobs	Establishments	Avg Annual Pay	Location Quotient
Retail Trade	22,676	1,480	$41,172	1.58
Health Care & Social Assistance	19,199	1,424	$65,136	0.93
Accommodation & Food Services	16,214	913	$30,963	1.24
Construction	12,992	1,904	$68,080	1.72
Manufacturing	9,119	560	$73,859	0.77
Administrative & Waste Services	7,857	1,184	$53,774	0.93
Professional & Technical Services	6,624	2,137	$93,964	0.66
Other Services	5,574	1,059	$45,906	1.29
Wholesale Trade	4,855	599	$86,593	0.86
Arts & Entertainment	4,334	242	$61,791	1.79
Transportation & Warehousing	3,997	303	$54,766	0.66
Educational Services	3,570	158	$52,153	1.20
Real Estate	3,439	964	$60,463	1.54
Finance & Insurance	3,295	700	$143,783	0.56
Management of Companies	2,593	132	$103,880	1.07
Information & Technology	1,594	318	$103,430	0.59
Utilities	292	31	$117,148	0.53
Unclassified	188	318	$67,437	0.94

Radio Stations near Desoto Acres

4 stations within ~55 km.

Station	Genre	Quality
New Wave Radio	new wave	MP3 128 kbps
WHPT 102.5 The Bone	dave mishkin, hot talk	AAC+ 49 kbps
WJIS The JOY FM	—	AAC+ 96 kbps
DOC Radio	—	MP3 128 kbps

National Parks Near Desoto Acres

18 national parks and monuments found near Desoto Acres.

Park	Type	Fee
Alafia River State Park	State Park	Free
Caladesi Island State Park	State Park	Free
Cayo Costa State Park	State Park	Free
Colt Creek State Park	State Park	Free
De Soto National Memorial	National Memorial	Free
Don Pedro Island State Park	State Park	Free
Gasparilla Island State Park	State Park	Free
Highlands Hammock State Park	State Park	Free
Hillsborough River State Park	State Park	Free
Honeymoon Island State Park	State Park	Free
Lake Manatee State Park	State Park	Free
Little Manatee River State Park	State Park	Free
Maderia Bickle Archaeological State Park	State Park	Free
Myakka River State Park	State Park	Free
Oscar Scherer State Park	State Park	Free
Stump Pass Beach State Park	State Park	Free
Werner-Boyce Salt Springs State Park	State Park	Free
Ybor City Museum State Park	State Park	Free

Historical Trends — Desoto Acres

Population and economic data over time (US Census / ACS estimates).

Population

Median Household Income

Year	Population	Median Income
2021	991	$68,986
2023	770	$77,102

Museums in Desoto Acres

Name	Type	Address	Phone	Annual Revenue
SELBY GALLERY	ART MUSEUM		9413597563	$73,460,825
MARIE SELBY BOTANICAL GARDENS	ARBORETUM, BOTANICAL GARDEN, OR NATURE CENTER		9413665731	$4,259,270
SOUTH FLORIDA MUSEUM	NATURAL HISTORY MUSEUM		8137464132	$4,209,199
SOUTH FLORIDA MUSEUM OF NATURAL HISTORY	NATURAL HISTORY MUSEUM	201 10TH ST W	9417464131	$4,209,199
JOHN AND MABLE RINGLING MUSEUM OF ART	ART MUSEUM		9413595700	$1,939,130
SUNCOAST AQUATIC NATURE CENTER ASSOCIATES	ARBORETUM, BOTANICAL GARDEN, OR NATURE CENTER		9414007333	$1,306,594
RESURRECTION HOUSE	ART MUSEUM		9413653759	$916,668
BIG CAT HABITAT GULF COAST SANCTUARY	ZOO, AQUARIUM, OR WILDLIFE CONSERVATION	7101 PALMER BLVD	9413716377	$669,879
GULF COAST HERITAGE ASSOCIATION	HISTORIC PRESERVATION	337 N TAMIAMI TRL	9419665214	$658,990
ART CENTER SARASOTA	ART MUSEUM		9413652032	$535,431
SARASOTA ARTS ASSOCIATION	ART MUSEUM		9413652032	$535,431
HERNANDEZ DSOTO HISTORICAL SOCIETY	HISTORIC PRESERVATION		9417471998	$458,853
FLORIDA RAILROAD MUSEUM	HISTORY MUSEUM	12210 83RD STREET EAST	9417760906	$420,274
MANATEE COUNTY HISTORICAL COMMISSION	HISTORIC PRESERVATION		9417414075	$107,181
FLORIDA INSTITUTE OF SALTWATER HERITAGE	HISTORY MUSEUM		9417086121	$103,302
SARASOTA MODEL RAILROAD CLUB	GENERAL MUSEUM	6730 15TH ST EAST UNIT A		$64,231
VIDEO ARCHIVES	HISTORIC PRESERVATION		9413657052	$53,001
REFLECTIONS OF MANATEE	HISTORIC PRESERVATION		9417462035	$49,748
HISTORICAL SOCIETY OF SARASOTA COUNTY	HISTORIC PRESERVATION	1260 12TH STREET	9413649076	$47,690
SYRACUSE AUTOMOTIVE MUSEUM	GENERAL MUSEUM			$230
ANNA MARIA ISLAND HISTORICAL SOCIETY	HISTORIC PRESERVATION	402 PINE AVE	9417780492
BISHOP PLANETARIUM	SCIENCE & TECHNOLOGY MUSEUM OR PLANETARIUM	201 10TH STREET WEST
CHRISTIAN HISTORICAL PRESERVATION SOCIETY	HISTORIC PRESERVATION
CORTEZ VILLAGE HISTORICAL SOCIETY	HISTORIC PRESERVATION
DE SOTO NATIONAL MEMORIAL	HISTORIC PRESERVATION		9417920458
EXPLORE SOME MORE CHLD MUSEUM	GENERAL MUSEUM		9417531364
FAMILY HERITAGE HOUSE	HISTORIC PRESERVATION		9417525319
FINE ART GALLERY	ART MUSEUM		9417525225
GAMBLE PLANTATION STATE HISTORIC SITE	HISTORIC PRESERVATION		8137234536
GRAHAMS TURNER MUSEUM AND ART FUND	ART MUSEUM
HISTOREUM	GENERAL MUSEUM		9417229990
HISTORIC AIRCRAFT SOCIETY	HISTORY MUSEUM
HISTORIC SPANISH POINT	HISTORIC PRESERVATION		9419665214
HOLOCAUST EDUCATION CENTER	GENERAL MUSEUM		9413788837
MANATEE COUNTY AGRICULTURAL MUSEUM	GENERAL MUSEUM	1015 6TH STREET WEST	9417212034
MANATEE COUNTY HISTORICAL SOCIETY	HISTORIC PRESERVATION		9417484501
MARIETTA MUSEUM OF ART & WHIMSY	ART MUSEUM		9413643399
MOTE MARINE LABORATORY & AQUARIUM	ZOO, AQUARIUM, OR WILDLIFE CONSERVATION	1600 KEN THOMPSON PARKWAY	9413884441
MUSEUM OF ASIAN ART	GENERAL MUSEUM		9419547117
OLD BRADEN RIVER HISTORICAL SOCIETY	HISTORIC PRESERVATION		9417392281
PALMETTO HISTORICAL COMMISSION	HISTORIC PRESERVATION	515 10TH AVENUE WEST	9417234991
PALMETTO HISTORICAL PARK	HISTORIC PRESERVATION		9417234991
PARKER MANATEE AQUARIUM	SCIENCE & TECHNOLOGY MUSEUM OR PLANETARIUM	201 10TH STREET WEST
SARASOTA ALLIANCE FOR HISTORIC PRESERVATION	HISTORIC PRESERVATION		9413889896
SARASOTA CAR MUSEUM	GENERAL MUSEUM		9413556228
SELBY GALLERY RINGLING SCHOOL OF ART & DESIGN	ART MUSEUM		9413597563
SERVICE LEAGUE OF THE SOUTH FLORIDA MUSEUM	GENERAL MUSEUM	201 10TH ST W	9417464131
TURNER MUSEUM	GENERAL MUSEUM

Libraries in Desoto Acres

Name	Address	Staff	Annual Visits	Circulation	Collection	Programs
SARASOTA COUNTY PUBLIC LIBRARIES	1660 RINGLING BLVD.	0.0	1,932,557
MANATEE COUNTY PUBLIC LIBRARY SYSTEM	1301 BARCARROTA BLVD., WEST	0.0	932,019

Farmers Markets in Desoto Acres

Name	Address	Season	Hours	Organic	Website
Bradenton Farmers' Market	300 Old Main Street	10/01/2016 to 05/27/2017	Sat: 9:00 AM-2:00 PM;	Yes	Visit
Central Sarasota Farmers Market	4748 S Beneva Road	01/01/2014 to 12/31/2014	Sat: 8:00 AM-1:00 PM;	Yes	Visit
Lakewood Ranch Farmers Market	Lakewood Ranch on Main Street
Old Miakka Farmer's Market	1620 Myakka Rd (Old Miakka United Methodist Church)				Visit
Palma Sola Farmers Market	1401 99th St. NW	01/01/2013 to 05/26/2013	Sun: 11:00 AM-3:00 PM;	Yes	Visit
Phillippi Farmhouse Market	5500 South Tamiami Trail	10/01/2012 to 04/30/2014	Wed: 9:00 AM-2:00 PM;	Yes	Visit
Sarasota Downtown Farmers' Market		01/01/2014 to 12/31/2014	Sat: 7:00 AM-1:00 PM;	Yes

Hotels in Desoto Acres

7 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Days Inn

Hampton Inn & Suites

Hyatt Place

Quality Inn Sarasota Near Lido Key Beach

Residence Inn Sarasota Bradenton

Sleep Inn Sarasota North

SpringHill Suites Sarasota Bradenton

Restaurants in Desoto Acres

3 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Barnacle Bill's

Duffy's Sports Grill

Mi Pueblo El Restaurante & Cantina

Cafes in Desoto Acres

1 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Starbucks

Gas Stations in Desoto Acres

3 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

7-Eleven

Shell

Speedway

Banks in Desoto Acres

4 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

BB&T

Fifth Third Bank

Iberia Bank

Regions Bank

Gyms in Desoto Acres

3 gyms within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Club Amalfi

Crunch Fitness

US #6438917185

Breweries in Desoto Acres

Name	Type	Address	Phone	Website
As Good As It Gets	Other Food & Drink, Shopping, Specialty & Gift Shops, More, Food & Drink, Gift & Specialty Shops, Br	49 Palm Ave	19413731839
Big Top Brewing	Brewery and Distillery	6111 Porter Way	8005902448	Visit
Darwin Brewing Co.	Brewery	803 17th Ave W		Visit
Hurricane Mikes	Breweries & Brew Pubs, Bar & Grill Restaurants, Food & Entertainment, Bars & Clubs, Sarasota, FL, R	2639 Mall Dr		Visit
Jdub's Brewing Company	Brewery	1215 Mango Ave	19419552739, 9419552739	Visit
Scalawags	Sarasota, Cocktail Lounges, FL, Bars & Clubs, Restaurants, Breweries & Brew Pubs, Restaurants & Bar	1112 Whitfield Ave	9417567397	Visit

Cell Towers in Desoto Acres

Address	Structure Type	Height (ft)
900 33RD STREET WEST (119571)	GTOWER	186
(South Venice Site) 2000 BORDER ROAD	TOWER	180
2148 26TH AVE E	TOWER	152
(Sarasota South) 4748 BENEVA RD	LTOWER	94
8210 LINGER LODGE RD (7540)	LTOWER	75
10615 CARTER RD (7539)	LTOWER	73
8303 COOPER CREEK BLVD (122627)	MTOWER	66
12415 US HIGHWAY 301 NORTH (74493)	MTOWER	61
10350 Cortez Road (74495)	MTOWER	51
6500 Manatee Avenue (79223)	MTOWER	50
5910 Marina Drive (7541)	MTOWER	49
5204 S LOCKWOOD RIDGE RD (74516)	MTOWER	48
8437 ALABAMA STREET (7535)	LTOWER	43
4455 66th Street West (7534)	MTOWER	41
(Stephens Point) 463' E OF 25 COURT E & 360' S OF 81ST PLACE E	MTOWER	39
(Beneva) 581 School Avenue	MTOWER	39
5840 26TH Street West (15307)	MTOWER	38
(Cortez) 8500 W 44TH AVE .2 MI W OF 82ND ST	LTOWER	37

Bridges in Desoto Acres

Type	Kind	Year Built	Length (ft)	Daily Traffic	Condition
Slab	Prestressed concrete	2010	35	19,100	G
Culvert	Concrete	2002	53	17,000	G
Culvert	Concrete	2003	24	9,171	G
Slab	Concrete	1958	30	7,200	G
Culvert	Concrete	2007	139	5,600	F
Stringer/Multi-beam	Prestressed concrete	1961	36	1,200	F
Stringer/Multi-beam	Prestressed concrete	1955	35	200	G
Culvert	Concrete	1975	21	101	F
Culvert	Concrete	2013	27	75	G

Amtrak Stations in Desoto Acres

2 Amtrak stations.

Station	Address	Type
Bradenton-Ellenton, FL	8100 FL-64	BUS
Sarasota, FL	5600 Fruitville Road	BUS

Superfund Sites Near Desoto Acres

5 EPA Superfund sites (hazardous waste cleanup locations).

Site	Address	County
ESTECH GENERAL CHEMICALS	410 CORTEZ ROAD WEST	MANATEE
FPL MANATEE PLANT	19050 STATE ROAD 62	MANATEE
PINEY POINT PHOSPHATES INC	13300 US HWY 41 N	MANATEE
PINEY POINT PHOSPHATES INC	13300 US HWY 41 N	MANATEE
TROPICANA MANUFACTURING CO INC	1001 13TH AVE. E.	MANATEE

Airports Near Desoto Acres

46 airports within the area.

Airport	IATA	Type
Sarasota Bradenton International Airport	SRQ	Large Airport
St. Petersburg Clearwater International Airport	PIE	Large Airport
Tampa International Airport	TPA	Large Airport
Lakeland Linder International Airport	LAL	Medium Airport
MacDill Air Force Base	MCF	Medium Airport
Punta Gorda Airport	PGD	Medium Airport
Adana Airfield	—	Small Airport
Airport Manatee Airport	—	Small Airport
Albert Whitted Airport	SPG	Small Airport
Arcadia Municipal Airport	—	Small Airport
Bald Eagle Airstrip	—	Small Airport
Bartow Executive Airport	BOW	Small Airport
Bright Hour Ranch Airport	—	Small Airport
Brownville Airport	—	Small Airport
Buchan Airport	—	Small Airport
Carlton Ranch-Sidell Airport	—	Small Airport
Clearwater Air Park	CLW	Small Airport
Coral Creek Airport	—	Small Airport
Duette Training Facility Airport	—	Small Airport
Greens Farm Field	—	Small Airport
Griffins Peace River Ranch Airport	—	Small Airport
Gyro Town Usa STOLport	—	Small Airport
Hennessy Airport	—	Small Airport
Hidden River Airport	—	Small Airport
Hummingbirds Landing	—	Small Airport
Lake Suzy Estates Airport	—	Small Airport
Lewis Airport	—	Small Airport
Market World Airport	—	Small Airport
Mc Donald's Field	—	Small Airport
Midway Lake Airport	—	Small Airport
Ott's Landing Airport	—	Small Airport
Paradise Field	—	Small Airport
Peter O Knight Airport	TPF	Small Airport
Pine Island Airport	—	Small Airport
Pine Shadows Airpark	—	Small Airport
Plant City Municipal Airport	—	Small Airport
Schwartz Farms Inc Airport	—	Small Airport
Shell Creek Airpark	—	Small Airport
South Lakeland Airport	—	Small Airport
Stanchester Airport	—	Small Airport
Strayhorn Ranch Airport	—	Small Airport
Tampa Executive Airport	—	Small Airport
Thomson Airfield	—	Small Airport
Venice Municipal Airport	VNC	Small Airport
Wauchula Municipal Airport	—	Small Airport
Wimauma Air Park	—	Small Airport

Police Stations in Desoto Acres

25 police stations.

Station	Address	Phone
Bradenton Beach Police Department	403 Highland Avenue
Bradenton Police Department	100 10th Street West
Florida Highway Patrol Station
Holmes Beach Police Department
Longboat Key Police Department
Manatee County Sheriff's Office
Manatee County Sheriff's Office - Anna Maria Substation
Manatee County Sheriff's Office District 1
Manatee County Sheriff's Office District 2
Manatee County Sheriff's Office District 3
Manatee County Sheriff's Office Mounted
Manatee County Sheriff's Office Operation Center	600 301 Boulevard West
New College of Florida Police Department
Palmetto Police Department
Sarasota County Sheriff's Office
Sarasota County Sheriff's Office Warrants and North County Jail
Sarasota Manatee Airport Authority Police Department
Sarasota Police Department Community Policing Station
Sarasota Police Department Community Policing Station
Sarasota Police Department Substation
Sarasota Police Department Substation
Sarasota Police Department Substation
Sarasota Police Department Substation
Sarasota Police Department Victims Services Center
Sarasota School Police Department

Grocery Stores in Desoto Acres

6 grocery stores.

Store	Type	Address
7 ELEVEN 32670A	Convenience Store	1600 University Pkwy
Desoto Road Marathon	Convenience Store	5445 N Washington Blvd
Kangaroo Shell	Convenience Store	4405 N Washington Blvd
PUBLIX 0828	Supermarket	2875 University Pkwy
Rebel 862	Convenience Store	2885 University Pkwy
Wawa Store 5413	Convenience Store	7707 24th Ct E

Post Offices in Desoto Acres

1 post offices.

Post Office	Address
The Mail Station	8466 Lockwood Ridge Road

Treatment Centers in Desoto Acres

12 treatment centers.

Center	Type	Phone
Centerstone	Both	941-782-4800 x4203
Centerstone Behavioral Hospital and - Addiction Center	Substance Abuse	941-782-4150
Centerstone of Florida - Sawyer Road	Substance Abuse	941-782-4150
Clean Recovery Centers	Both	813-669-7010
Florida Center for Early Childhood	Mental Health	941-371-8820
Groups Recover Together	Substance Abuse	888-858-1723
Operation PAR Inc - Medication Assisted Patient Services	Substance Abuse	888-727-6398
Operation PAR Inc - Medication Assisted Patient Services	Substance Abuse	888-727-6398
Palm Shores Behavioral Health Center	Mental Health	941-792-2222
Prodigal Daughters Journey Home	Both	941-351-0652
Suncoast Behavioral Health Center	Both	941-251-5000
WhiteSands Alcohol and Drug Rehab - Sarasota	Substance Abuse	941-960-7405

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Frequently Asked Questions About Desoto Acres

What is the population of Desoto Acres?

Desoto Acres has a population of 770 residents and is located in Florida. The population density is 588 people per square mile, spread across 1.3 square miles. The median age of residents is 49.7 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 52.7% female and 47.3% male.

Is Desoto Acres expensive to live in?

Desoto Acres 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 $77,102, 3% above the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $502,800 (78% above the U.S. median). The home price-to-income ratio is 6.5x, which means housing is a stretch relative to local earnings.

Is Desoto Acres safe?

Public safety is a concern in Desoto Acres, with a violent crime rate of 666 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 4,731 per 100,000 (above the national average). Overall, Desoto Acres receives a safety grade of F based on combined crime data.

What is the weather like in Desoto Acres?

Desoto Acres has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 74°F (23°C). Winter temperatures average 62°F in January, while summers reach an average of 83°F in July. The area receives 330 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 49.1 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 41.

How is the job market in Desoto Acres?

The job market in Desoto Acres is very strong, with unemployment at just 0.0% / well below the national rate of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $1,170. There are 14,624 business establishments in the area, including 773 restaurants and food service locations. The average commute time is 25 minutes, and 23.2% of workers work from home.

How much does housing cost in Desoto Acres?

The median home value in Desoto Acres is $502,800. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $408,978. The homeownership rate is 95.6%. The average annual property tax is $8,900.

How are the schools in Desoto Acres?

Schools in Desoto Acres score 5.4 out of 10 on standardized testing, near the national average. 30.9% of adults in Desoto Acres hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 98.6% have completed high school. 17.4% hold a graduate or professional degree.

How healthy is Desoto Acres?

The obesity rate in Desoto Acres is 31.5% (below the national rate of 32.1%). 14.4% of adults are smokers. 22.7% are physically inactive. 21.0% of residents report depression. 13.8% lack health insurance (above the national rate). 89.0% of residents have access to exercise opportunities. The primary care physician ratio is 1:1,612.

What is transportation like in Desoto Acres?

The average commute in Desoto Acres is 25 minutes. 62.7% of workers drive alone to work, and 23.2% work from home.

What are the demographics of Desoto Acres?

The racial and ethnic makeup of Desoto Acres is 96.8% White. 59.7% of residents speak only English at home, while 40.3% speak Spanish. 2.0% of the population are military veterans. 7.9% of residents have a disability. 86.7% have health insurance coverage.

Nearby Cities

Desoto Lakes, FL 2,193 pop · 1.2 mi North Sarasota, FL 3,041 pop · 1.8 mi Kensington Park, FL 3,561 pop · 2.3 mi The Meadows, FL 5,463 pop · 3.0 mi Sarasota, FL 56,218 pop · 3.4 mi Whitfield CDP (Manatee County), FL 4,745 pop · 3.6 mi Fruitville, FL 15,828 pop · 5.0 mi Bayshore Gardens, FL 18,324 pop · 5.1 mi Southgate, FL 6,054 pop · 5.4 mi Sarasota Springs, FL 12,669 pop · 5.7 mi West Samoset, FL 7,273 pop · 6.5 mi Samoset, FL 4,433 pop · 6.7 mi Ridge Wood Heights, FL 5,085 pop · 6.7 mi South Sarasota, FL 4,905 pop · 6.7 mi

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