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Florida Ridge, FL

Florida · Indian River County · Sebastian-Vero Beach-West Vero Corridor Metro

Florida Ridge is a small city in Florida with a population of 21,517. Residents earn $64,956 per year, which is 14% below the national average.

Data updated April 2026

3.1 /5.0
B Good
21,517 Population 2,002/sq mi density
$64,956 Median Income $33,350 per capita
$250,500 Home Value $359,800 Zillow
$1,209 Median Rent 25.5% income on rent
74°F Avg Temperature 330 sunny days/yr
441 Violent Crime/100K 3,817 property/100K
B
Overall
3.1 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.1 / 5.0
$64,956 median income, 1.3% unemployment
A+
Affordability
4.5 / 5.0
$250,500 home value, $1,209/mo rent
F
Safety
1.0 / 5.0
441 violent crimes/100K (16% above avg)
C+
Education
3.0 / 5.0
24.6% bachelor's degree or higher

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Full City Profile
Median Income $64,956
14% lower than US avg
Home Value $250,500
11% lower than US avg
Violent Crime 441/100K
16% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 24.6%
27% lower than US avg
Median Rent $1,209
4% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 28.5%
11% lower than US avg
Unemployment 1.3%
64% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 8.7%
30% lower than US avg

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

People

Population21,517
Median Age44.2 yrs
Density2,002/mi²
Male / Female53% / 48%
Largest GroupWhite 75%
Veterans9.0%

Economy

A
Median Income$64,956
Per Capita$33,350
Unemployment1.3%
Poverty8.7%
County GDP$11,152M
Commute23 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$250,500
Rent$1,209
Ownership80.0%
Zillow$359,800
Housing Units10,178
Rent Burden25.5%

Crime

F
Violent441/100K
Property3,817/100K

Health

Obesity28.5%
Uninsured14.9%
Smoking14.0%
Depression18.9%
Heart Disease5.6%

Climate

Avg Temp74°F (24°C)
AQI41 (Good)
Rain56.4 in/yr
Sunny Days330/yr
Elevation24 ft (7 m)

Education

C+
Bachelor's+24.6%
High School+89.2%
Graduate+5.4%
School Score5.63

Community

2024 VoteR 63% / D 36%
Commute23 min
Broadband88.5%
EV Stations19
Libraries5

Is Florida Ridge a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Florida Ridge receives an overall livability score of 3.1 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include a high uninsured rate. Florida Ridge offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Florida Ridge is $64,956, 14% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.3%. 8.7% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 23 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Florida Ridge is $250,500, 11% below the national median / offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $1,209 per month. A price-to-income ratio of 3.9x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Safety & Crime

The violent crime rate of 441 per 100,000 is above the national average of 380 / something for prospective residents to consider. Property crime occurs at a rate of 3,817 per 100,000, 95% above the national average.

Education

24.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 89.2% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.6/10.

Climate & Weather

Florida Ridge has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 74°F. Winters average 64°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 56.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Florida Ridge has a population of 21,517 with a density of 2,002 people per square mile, spread across 12.6 square miles. The median age is 44.2 years, 14% older than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 47.5% female and 52.5% male. The city is predominantly White (74.6%), with 1.5% Hispanic, 16.3% Black. English is the primary language spoken at home by 83.6% of residents, while 16.4% speak Spanish. 9.0% of the population are veterans, above the national rate of 6.0%. 15.4% of residents have a disability. 88.1% have health insurance coverage.

Population

21,517
Total Population
2,002
People / sq mi
44.2yrs
Median Age
14% above US avg
12.6mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 52.5%
Female 47.5%

Race & Ethnicity

Florida Ridge vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only 83.6%
6% above US avg
Spanish 16.4%
22% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Florida Ridge vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Florida Ridge is $64,956, which is 14% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $33,350 (below the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $1,115, 22% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 1.3% (below the 3.6% US average). 8.7% of residents live below the poverty line, lower than the national rate of 12.4%. The area has 5,868 business establishments, including 316 restaurants. The cost of living index is 103.4, roughly in line with the national average. Workers commute an average of 23 minutes (shorter than the 28-minute US average). 10.9% of workers work from home (below the 15.2% national rate).

Income: Florida Ridge vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$64,956
14% below US avg
Per Capita Income$33,350
Avg Weekly Wage$1,115
IRS Avg AGI$146,925
Gini Index0.507 (0=equal, 1=unequal)

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.3%
64% below US avg
Poverty Rate8.7%
30% below US avg
Establishments (County)5,868
County GDP$11,152M

Business (County)

Restaurants316
Healthcare560
Retail612
Manufacturing104

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$15,815
352% above US avg
Cost of Living103.40 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate6.31%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time22.6 min
Drive Alone72.8%
Public Transit0.1%
Work from Home10.9%

Walkability

The median home value in Florida Ridge is $250,500, 11% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $359,800, higher than the Census estimate. Homes sell for 95.6% of their list price, suggesting buyers have room to negotiate. Monthly rent averages $1,209 (4% above 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. 80.0% of housing units are owner-occupied (above the 65.4% national rate). There are 10,178 total housing units in the city. The median year a home was built is 1990. The average annual property tax is $15,815 (higher than the $3,500 national average). 25.5% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing. The home price-to-income ratio is 3.9x.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$250,500
11% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$359,800
Median List Price$275,000

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$275,000
$/Sq Ft$192
Homes Sold44
Sale-to-List Ratio95.6%
Price Drops30.2%
Inventory222

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,209
4% above US avg
Rent Burden25.5%

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

Homeownership80.0%
Owner-Occupied80.0%
Renter-Occupied20.0%
Housing Units10,178
Median Year Built1990

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$15,815
352% above US avg
Effective Rate6.31%
In Florida Ridge, 28.5% of adults are obese, below the national rate of 32.1%. 10.0% have diabetes. Heart disease affects 5.6% of residents. 29.5% have high blood pressure. 14.0% are current smokers. 16.5% report binge drinking. 23.7% are physically inactive. 18.9% report depression. 18.3% experience frequent mental distress. 14.9% of residents lack health insurance (above the 8.6% national rate). The primary care physician ratio is 1:1,589. The dentist ratio is 1:1,361. 86.8% of residents have access to exercise opportunities. The food environment index is 7.3 out of 10.

Air Quality (Open-Meteo CAMS — 2026-05-26)

PM2.5
7.9
μg/m³
Fine particulate
PM10
13.0
μg/m³
Coarse particulate
NO₂
1.5
μg/m³
Nitrogen dioxide
O₃
66.0
μg/m³
Ozone
SO₂
0.4
μg/m³
Sulphur dioxide
CO
112.0
μg/m³
Carbon monoxide

Health Metrics: Florida Ridge vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity28.5%
11% below US avg
Diabetes10.0%
Heart Disease5.6%
High Blood Pressure29.5%
Asthma9.8%
COPD6.2%
Cancer7.3%
Stroke3.0%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking14.0%
0% below US avg
Binge Drinking16.5%
Physical Inactivity23.7%
Depression18.9%
Mental Distress18.3%
Physical Distress13.3%
Short Sleep39.5%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate88.1%
Uninsured14.9%
73% above US avg
Primary Care1:1,589
Dentists1:1,361
Mental Health1:586
Checkup Rate75.5%
Dental Visits57.0%
Premature Death9,380/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.3/10
Exercise Access86.8%
Healthcare Facilities560
Florida Ridge has a violent crime rate of 441 per 100,000 residents, 16% above the national average of 380. Property crime stands at 3,817 per 100,000, 95% above the U.S. average. The county recorded 23 fatal traffic crashes. Overall, Florida Ridge receives a safety grade of F.

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

Violent Crime

Total Violent440.9/100K
16% above US avg

Property Crime

Total Property3,817.1/100K
95% above US avg

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)23
Avg Accident Severity0.0 / 4.0

Safety Score

Safety GradeF
Safety Score1.0 / 5.0
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Florida Ridge has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 74°F (24°C). Winters average 64°F in January while summers reach 83°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. 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 56.4 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 24 feet, near sea level.

Temperature

64°F Jan (18°C) 83°F Jul (28°C)
Annual Average74.4°F
38% above US avg
January Average64°F (18°C)
July Average83°F (28°C)
Sunny Days330 days/yr

Geography

Elevation24 ft (7 m)
Area12.6 sq mi (32.6 km²)
Population Density2,002/sq mi
Coordinates27.5835°N, 80.3835°W
TimezoneAmerica/New_York
CountyIndian River County County
Nearest AirportTreasure Coast International (FPR)
6 miles away

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 56.4"
48% above US avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Sep) 7.48"
Driest Month (Dec) 2.09"

Air Quality

AQI Median41.0
RatingGood

Air Pollutants (EPA 2023)

Ozone (O₃)0.0382 ppm

Natural Hazard Risk

Overall RiskRelatively High
Risk Score95.6 / 100
Social Vulnerability64.2 / 100
Community Resilience60.5 / 100

Hazard Breakdown

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

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

Year Name Category Closest
2024 Milton Category 3 107 km
2022 Ian Category 5 72 km
2022 Nicole Category 1 8 km
2021 Elsa Category 1 300 km
2019 Dorian Category 5 163 km
2017 Irma Category 3 150 km
2016 Matthew Category 4 69 km
2005 Wilma Category 3 81 km
2005 Katrina Category 2 172 km
2005 Ophelia Category 1 155 km
2004 Charley Category 4 133 km
2004 Jeanne Category 3 38 km
2004 Frances Category 2 32 km
1999 Floyd Category 4 197 km
1999 Dennis Category 2 275 km
1999 Irene Category 1 35 km
1995 Erin Category 1 13 km
1992 Andrew Category 5 232 km
1987 Floyd Category 1 276 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980–2026)

Tornado History

335 tornadoes (EF0+) within 100 km since 1950. Strongest: EF3. Total: 12 fatalities, 253 injuries.

Date Rating Distance Fatalities
Oct 9, 2024 EF3 24 km 6
Jan 24, 1979 EF3 70 km 0
Jun 19, 1972 EF3 100 km 0
Jun 19, 1972 EF3 92 km 0
Oct 19, 1958 EF3 90 km 1
Apr 15, 1958 EF3 21 km 0
Sep 18, 1954 EF3 19 km 2
Oct 9, 2024 EF2 100 km 0
Oct 9, 2024 EF2 59 km 0
Oct 9, 2024 EF2 59 km 0
Oct 9, 2024 EF2 59 km 0
Oct 9, 2024 EF2 100 km 0
Apr 29, 2023 EF2 89 km 0
Apr 6, 2017 EF2 45 km 0
Oct 24, 2005 EF2 53 km 0
Nov 15, 1994 EF2 35 km 1
Mar 24, 1983 EF2 98 km 0
Mar 21, 1983 EF2 58 km 0
Mar 7, 1983 EF2 64 km 0
Feb 2, 1983 EF2 40 km 0
Source: NOAA SPC (EF0+, 1950–2024)

Wildfire History

20 wildfires (100+ acres) within 100 km. Largest: FROG LIGHT (20,174 ac, 2007).

Year Name Acres Distance
2007 FROG LIGHT 20,174 81 km
2021 KISSIMMEE BEND NORTH 13,782 73 km
2006 UNNAMED 12,050 86 km
1992 UNNAMED 11,488 73 km
2008 UNNAMED 11,294 35 km
2008 UNNAMED 9,670 83 km
1996 UNNAMED 9,427 68 km
2024 APQ RECREATION AREA RX 0506 8,901 71 km
1998 UNNAMED 8,794 90 km
2017 ECHO SPRINGS 8,640 85 km
1984 UNNAMED 7,765 84 km
2004 UNNAMED 7,670 91 km
2021 AREA 11 7,140 83 km
1989 UNNAMED 6,985 78 km
2011 TRAIL 3 6,854 74 km
2011 UNNAMED 6,616 57 km
2008 SAN FILIPPO 6,376 41 km
1994 UNNAMED 6,243 70 km
1993 UNNAMED 6,236 78 km
1992 UNNAMED 6,228 79 km
Source: NIFC/IRWIN (100+ acres)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 64°F (18°C) 2.6 in Coldest
February 64°F (18°C) 2.9 in
March 68°F (20°C) 3.3 in
April 72°F (22°C) 2.2 in
May 76°F (25°C) 4.4 in
June 80°F (27°C) 6.2 in
July 83°F (28°C) 5.9 in Warmest
August 82°F (28°C) 6.1 in
September 81°F (27°C) 7.5 in Wettest
October 76°F (25°C) 5.2 in
November 70°F (21°C) 3.0 in
December 65°F (18°C) 2.1 in Driest

Florida Ridge has a seasonal temperature swing of 19°F / from 64°F in January to 83°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 51.5 inches, with September being the wettest month (7.5") and December the driest (2.1").

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Florida Ridge is located in Indian River County. It is classified as Metro / under 250K, part of a metropolitan area. 24.6% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 27% below the national average of 33.7%. 89.2% have completed high school. 5.4% hold a graduate or professional degree (below the 13.1% national rate). Area schools have an average test score of 5.6 out of 10. In the 2024 presidential election, the county voted Republican with 63.4% of the vote, a 27.4-point margin. 88.5% of households have broadband internet access. The area has 19 EV charging stations. There are 5 public libraries serving the community. 560 healthcare facilities operate in the area. 72.8% of workers drive alone to work.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 63.4%
D 36%

Winner: Republican by 27.4 points

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)23
Avg Accident Severity0.0 / 4.0
F Safety Grade (1.0/5.0)

Education

Bachelor's Degree+24.6%
27% below US avg
High School+89.2%
Graduate Degree+5.4%
School Test Score5.63
C+ Education Grade (3.0/5.0)

Area & Infrastructure

RUCC Code 3Metro / under 250K
Population Density2,002/sq mi
Total Area12.6 sq mi
CountyIndian River County County

Services

Broadband Access88.5%
Avg Download Speed111.8 Mbps
Avg Upload Speed19.9 Mbps
Max Download Speed1,000 Mbps
EV Charging Stations19
Alt Fuel Stations22
Public Libraries5
Healthcare Facilities560
Restaurants316
Retail Stores612

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute22.6 min
Drive Alone72.8%
Public Transit0.1%
Work from Home10.9%
Average costs for common services in Florida Ridge. 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)
View all 8 services

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$801
Toddler$693
Preschool$650
Family Childcare (monthly)
Infant$650
Toddler$650
Preschool$650
Source: DOL Women's Bureau (2022)

Top Industries in Indian River County

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

Industry Jobs Establishments Avg Annual Pay Location Quotient
Health Care & Social Assistance 10,906 684 $65,854 1.32
Retail Trade 8,978 659 $37,472 1.56
Accommodation & Food Services 5,843 336 $29,089 1.12
Construction 4,959 751 $58,165 1.64
Administrative & Waste Services 3,433 523 $46,027 1.01
Professional & Technical Services 2,894 799 $97,276 0.72
Manufacturing 2,816 159 $66,472 0.60
Arts & Entertainment 2,692 105 $46,136 2.78
Other Services 2,419 510 $43,451 1.40
Finance & Insurance 1,611 296 $138,127 0.69
Real Estate 1,261 342 $62,636 1.41
Wholesale Trade 1,137 174 $109,718 0.50
Educational Services 1,032 58 $46,357 0.87
Transportation & Warehousing 865 92 $48,729 0.36
Agriculture & Forestry 765 62 $51,326 1.64
Information & Technology 391 96 $87,752 0.36
Management of Companies 289 48 $143,073 0.30
Utilities 125 16 $84,267 0.57
Unclassified 80 103 $54,619 1.00
Mining & Oil/Gas 18 5 $57,526 0.08

Radio Stations near Florida Ridge

3 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
Christian FM christian, christian contemporary AAC 128 kbps
WPSL 1590 am MP3 75 kbps
107.1 A1A pop, top 40 AAC+ 48 kbps

Campgrounds Near Florida Ridge

1 campgrounds found near Florida Ridge.

NameRatingSitesPrice
ST LUCIE SOUTH 4.7/5 21 $20–$35

National Parks Near Florida Ridge

10 national parks and monuments found near Florida Ridge.

ParkTypeFee
Avalon State Park State Park Free
Fort Pierce Inlet State Park State Park Free
John D. MacArthur Beach State Park State Park Free
Jonathan Dickinson 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
Sebastian Inlet State Park State Park Free
Tequesta Park State Park Free

Museums in Florida Ridge

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
VERO BEACH MUSEUM OF ARTSART MUSEUM7722310707$6,542,295
MCKEE BOTANICAL GARDENARBORETUM, BOTANICAL GARDEN, OR NATURE CENTER7727940601$1,826,702
NAVY SEAL MUSEUMGENERAL MUSEUM7725955845$1,406,097
NAVY UDT-SEAL MUSEUMGENERAL MUSEUM7725955845$1,406,097
UDT-SEAL MUSEUM ASSOCIATIONHISTORIC PRESERVATION7725955845$1,406,097
A E BEAN BACKUS GALLERY & MUSEUMART MUSEUM7724650630$728,058
OLD VERO ICE AGE SITESNATURAL HISTORY MUSEUMPO BOX 351$159,443
ENVIRONMENTAL LEARNING CENTERARBORETUM, BOTANICAL GARDEN, OR NATURE CENTER255 LIVE OAK DR7725895050$103,776
INDIAN RIVER COUNTY HISTORICAL SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION7727783435$57,103
FISHERMANS LANDING SEBASTIANGENERAL MUSEUM7727702555$18,182
VERO HERITAGEHISTORIC PRESERVATION7727702263$11,122
ART GALLERYART MUSEUM7724624772
HARBOR BRANCH OCEANOGRAPHIC INSTITUTE OCEAN DISCOVERY CENTERSCIENCE & TECHNOLOGY MUSEUM OR PLANETARIUM5600 US 1 NORTH
HEATHCOTE BOTANICAL GARDENSARBORETUM, BOTANICAL GARDEN, OR NATURE CENTER7724644672
LEGACY HALL OF FAMEGENERAL MUSEUM
MCLARTY TREASURE MUSEUMGENERAL MUSEUM7725892147
ORIGINAL FLORIDA HALL OF FAME HIGHWAYMENHISTORIC PRESERVATION4074512891
SLCFD HONOR GUARDHISTORIC PRESERVATION7726213400
TREASURE COAST GENEALOGICAL SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATIONPO BOX 125827729711821
WHITE CITY HISTORICAL SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION
ST. LUCIE COUNTY HISTORICAL MUSEUMHISTORIC PRESERVATION7724621795$-14,156
ST. LUCIE HISTORICAL SOCIETY & MUSEUMHISTORIC PRESERVATION7724621795$-14,156

Libraries in Florida Ridge

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
INDIAN RIVER COUNTY LIBRARY1600 21ST STREET0.0590,056
ST. LUCIE COUNTY LIBRARY SYSTEM101 MELODY LANE0.0565,188

Farmers Markets in Florida Ridge

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Downtown Farmers Market of Fort Pierce, Inc.Melody Lane and Marina Square01/01/2018 to 12/31/2018Sat: 8:00 AM-12:00 PM;YesVisit
Downtown Vero Green MarketHeritage Center in Downtown Vero Beach, located at the intersection of 14th Avenue and 21st Street
Farmer's Market Oceanside2999 Ocean DriveVisit
Friday Market2140 14th Ave between 21st & 23rd streets09/06/2013 to 06/27/2014Fri: 11:00 AM-6:00 PM;Visit

Restaurants in Florida Ridge

1 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Garden Cafe

Cafes in Florida Ridge

1 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Smiley Riley's Ice Cream Lounge

Clinics in Florida Ridge

2 clinics within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Treasure Coast Community Health
Vero Beach Emergency Room

Gas Stations in Florida Ridge

5 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

BP
Chevron
Citgo
Mobil
Mobil

Banks in Florida Ridge

2 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Seacoast National Bank
Wells Fargo

Gyms in Florida Ridge

1 gyms within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Indian River County Intergenerational Recreation Center

Golf Courses in Florida Ridge

2 golf courses within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

American Golf Club
Indian River Club

Breweries in Florida Ridge

NameTypeAddressPhoneWebsite
O'conchs PubBars, Brew Pubs, Breweries & Brew Pubs, Beer Taverns & Pubs, Bar, Night Clubs & Live Music, Bar & Gr715 8th St7725640089Visit
Orchid Island BreweryBars & Clubs, Food & Drink, Nightlife, Breweries2855 Ocean Drive 17723211244
Pareidolia Brewing Co.Food & Drink, Breweries482 Us 17725840331
Sailfish Brewing CompanyBrewery, Bar407 N 2nd StVisit

Cell Towers in Florida Ridge

AddressStructure TypeHeight (ft)
6189 N Federal Hwy (66504)GTOWER147
3925 65TH STREET (71362)GTOWER115
3925 65TH STREET (71362)GTOWER115
2700 OKEECHOBEE (7247)GTOWER104
0.6 MILES SOUTH OF RTE 68 & 11 MI W OF FT PIERCE 21715 Orange AvenueTOWER96
14195 122nd Street (6593)GTOWER96
14195 122nd Street (6593)GTOWER96
1100 106TH NORTH AVE SW (7251)LTOWER83
1100 106TH AVE SW (7251)LTOWER83
26003 ORANGE AVENUE (66512)LTOWER77
6501 S. OCEAN DR. (7238)LTOWER67
100 17TH STREET (71364)BTWR63
100 17TH STREET (71364)BTWR63
710 AVE "MTOWER61
1201 Main Street (71369)MTOWER53
1201 Main Street (71369)MTOWER53
1550 9th Street SW (85472)MTOWER45
1550 9th Street SW (85472)MTOWER45
6425 Russakis Road (113696)MTOWER40
100 Harbour Drive (104457)MTOWER28

Bridges in Florida Ridge

LocationTypeKindYear BuiltLength (ft)Daily TrafficCondition
Stringer/Multi-beamPrestressed concrete201013418,750G
CulvertConcrete20072814,400G
SlabPrestressed concrete20101058,400G

Superfund Sites Near Florida Ridge

3 EPA Superfund sites (hazardous waste cleanup locations).

SiteAddressCounty
FLORIDA GAS TRANSMISSION COMPANY, LLC - CS #208701 ORANGE AVENUEST. LUCIE
FT PIERCE UTILITIES AUTHORITY311 NORTH INDIAN RIVER DRIVEST. LUCIE
ORION POWER ATLANTIC, LTD.GLADES CUTOFF ROADST LUCIE

Airports Near Florida Ridge

50 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Melbourne Orlando International AirportMLBMedium Airport
Patrick Space Force BaseCOFMedium Airport
Treasure Coast International AirportFPRMedium Airport
Vero Beach Regional AirportVRBMedium Airport
Aero Acres AirportSmall Airport
Blanket Bay AirportSmall Airport
Brady Ranch AirportSmall Airport
Broocke Air Patch AirportSmall Airport
Citrus Hedging Ranch AirportSmall Airport
Dragonfly AirportSmall Airport
Escape Ranch AirportSmall Airport
Evans Properties Inc AirportSmall Airport
Fellsmere AirportSmall Airport
Fly In Ranches AirportSmall Airport
Flying Cow Air Ranch AirportSmall Airport
Flying S Ranch AirportSmall Airport
Forever Florida AirportSmall Airport
Gamebird Groves AirstripSmall Airport
Gary Stark AirportSmall Airport
Hales 700 AirportSmall Airport
Horseshoe Acres AirparkSmall Airport
Indian Hammock AirportSmall Airport
Indian River AerodromeSmall Airport
Indiantown AirportSmall Airport
Janurary FieldSmall Airport
Lake Montaza AirportSmall Airport
Lake Place AirfieldSmall Airport
Lake X AirportSmall Airport
Lykes Brighton AirportSmall Airport
Mills Ranch South AirportSmall Airport
Naked Lady Ranch AirportSmall Airport
New Hibiscus AirparkSmall Airport
North Palm Beach County General Aviation AirportSmall Airport
Okeechobee County AirportOBESmall Airport
Paxton AirportSmall Airport
Recreation Corporation AirportSmall Airport
River Acres AirportSmall Airport
River Oak AirportSmall Airport
Rlm Farms AirportSmall Airport
Sebastian Municipal AirportSmall Airport
Southeastern AirportSmall Airport
Southern Fruit Groves AirportSmall Airport
Sunniland Ranch AirportSmall Airport
Sunset Strip AirparkSmall Airport
Tailwinds AirportSmall Airport
Treasure Coast AirparkSmall Airport
Valkaria AirportSmall Airport
Wee Bee Sky Ranch AirportSmall Airport
William P Gwinn AirportSmall Airport
Witham FieldSUASmall Airport

Police Stations in Florida Ridge

11 police stations.

StationAddressPhone
Fellsmere City Police Department25 South Cypress Street
Florida Highway Patrol Troop L
Fort Pierce Police Department
Indian River County Sheriff's Office
Indian river County Sheriff's Sub-Station
Indian River County Sheriffs Office4055 41st Avenue
Indian River Shores Police Department
Saint Lucie County Sheriff's Office
Saint Lucie County Sheriff's Office - Civil
Sebastian Police Department1201 Main Street
Vero Beach Police Department1055 20th Street

Grocery Stores in Florida Ridge

10 grocery stores.

StoreTypeAddress
7-eleven Store #10379b 10379BConvenience Store210 Highland Dr SE
Dollar General 16714Other580 US Highway 1
Dollar General 16960Other950 Old Dixie Hwy SW
Dollar General 22724Other2095 S US Highway 1
E-Z Stop Food MartConvenience Store2006 S US Highway 1
Oslo Petroleum Inc BP 6890727Convenience Store1999 9th St Sw
Pick N Move 2Convenience Store400 Old Dixie Hwy
PUBLIX 0385Supermarket810 S US Highway 1
Sunshine Food MartConvenience Store420 US Highway 1
Walgreens 3607Other915 S US Highway 1

Post Offices in Florida Ridge

1 post offices.

Post OfficeAddress
Tropic Post Office

Treatment Centers in Florida Ridge

10 treatment centers.

CenterTypePhone
Counseling and Recovery Center IncSubstance Abuse772-467-3057
Drug Abuse Treatment Association Inc - (DATA)/ResidentialSubstance Abuse772-464-7575
HCA Florida Lawnwood Hospital - Mental Health ServicesBoth772-466-1500
Legacy Behavioral Health Center IncBoth772-257-5264
Metro Treatment of Florida LP - New Season Treatment Center 27Substance Abuse772-888-1790 x18405
New Horizons of the Treasure Coast - DetoxSubstance Abuse772-672-8483
New Horizons of the Treasure Coast - Outpatient Mental HealthBoth772-672-8600
New Horizons of the Treasure Coast - Outpatient Mental Health and SubstanceBoth772-468-5600
Substance Awareness Center of IRCSubstance Abuse772-770-4811
Suncoast Mental Health Center - Indian RiverMental Health772-564-8616

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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
2
Officially designated historical markers from the Historical Marker Database
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Frequently Asked Questions About Florida Ridge

What is the population of Florida Ridge?

Florida Ridge has a population of 21,517 residents and is located in Florida. The population density is 2,002 people per square mile, spread across 12.6 square miles. The median age of residents is 44.2 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 47.5% female and 52.5% male.

Is Florida Ridge expensive to live in?

Florida Ridge 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 $64,956, 14% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $250,500 (11% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $1,209 per month. The home price-to-income ratio is 3.9x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.

Is Florida Ridge safe?

The violent crime rate in Florida Ridge is 441 per 100,000 residents, above the national average of 380. Prospective residents should research specific neighborhoods, as crime rates can vary significantly within the city. Property crime occurs at a rate of 3,817 per 100,000 (above the national average). Overall, Florida Ridge receives a safety grade of F based on combined crime data.

What is the weather like in Florida Ridge?

Florida Ridge has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 74°F (24°C). Winter temperatures average 64°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 56.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 41.

How is the job market in Florida Ridge?

The job market in Florida Ridge is very strong, with unemployment at just 1.3% / well below the national rate of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $1,115. There are 5,868 business establishments in the area, including 316 restaurants and food service locations. The average commute time is 23 minutes, and 10.9% of workers work from home.

How much does housing cost in Florida Ridge?

The median home value in Florida Ridge is $250,500. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $359,800. For renters, the median monthly rent is $1,209. Fair market rent is $1,296 for a 1-bedroom and $1,526 for a 2-bedroom apartment. The homeownership rate is 80.0%. The average annual property tax is $15,815.

How are the schools in Florida Ridge?

Schools in Florida Ridge score 5.6 out of 10 on standardized testing, near the national average. 24.6% of adults in Florida Ridge hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 89.2% have completed high school. 5.4% hold a graduate or professional degree.

How healthy is Florida Ridge?

The obesity rate in Florida Ridge is 28.5% (below the national rate of 32.1%). 14.0% of adults are smokers. 23.7% are physically inactive. 18.9% of residents report depression. 14.9% lack health insurance (above the national rate). 86.8% of residents have access to exercise opportunities. The primary care physician ratio is 1:1,589.

What is transportation like in Florida Ridge?

The average commute in Florida Ridge is 23 minutes, shorter than the national average of 28 minutes. 72.8% of workers drive alone to work, and 10.9% work from home.

What are the demographics of Florida Ridge?

The racial and ethnic makeup of Florida Ridge is 74.6% White, 16.3% Black or African American, 1.5% Hispanic or Latino. 83.6% of residents speak only English at home, while 16.4% speak Spanish. 9.0% of the population are military veterans. 15.4% of residents have a disability. 88.1% have health insurance coverage.

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