Florida · Metropolitan Area
Sarasota is a mid-size city in Florida with a population of 56,218. Residents earn $70,065 per year, which is 7% below the national average.
Based on current data, Sarasota receives an overall livability score of 3.2 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low unemployment, a highly educated population. Areas to be aware of include elevated crime rates, high housing costs. Sarasota offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.
The median household income in Sarasota is $70,065, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.9%. 10.6% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 21 minutes.
The median home value in Sarasota is $409,700, 45% above the national median. Renters pay a median of $1,514 per month, significantly above the national average of $1,163. The price-to-income ratio of 5.8x means housing costs are stretched relative to local earnings.
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.
Educational attainment is solid, with 41.7% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 92.4% have completed high school. Local schools score 6.4/10 in standardized testing, reflecting strong academic performance.
Sarasota 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. Annual precipitation totals 49.1 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 44.
| English Only | 83.2% |
| 6% above US avg | |
| Spanish | 16.8% |
| 25% above US avg |
| Median HH Income | $70,065 |
| 7% below US avg | |
| Per Capita Income | $59,028 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $1,253 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $137,381 |
| Unemployment | 1.9% |
| 47% below US avg | |
| Poverty Rate | 10.6% |
| 15% below US avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 21,213 |
| County GDP | $35,891M |
| Restaurants | 1,068 |
| Healthcare | 1,819 |
| Retail | 1,764 |
| Manufacturing | 370 |
| Property Tax (IRS) | $11,105 |
| 217% above US avg | |
| Effective Tax Rate | 2.71% |
| Commute Time | 21.3 min |
| Work from Home | 12.8% |
| Census Median | $409,700 |
| 45% above US avg | |
| Zillow ZHVI | $408,978 |
| Median List Price | $1,095,000 |
| Median List Price | $1,095,000 |
| $/Sq Ft | $469 |
| Homes Sold | 95 |
| Sale-to-List Ratio | 94.0% |
| Price Drops | 28.9% |
| Inventory | 895 |
| Census Median Rent | $1,514 |
| 30% above US avg | |
| Zillow Rent (ZORI) | $2,130 |
| Studio | $1,418 |
| 1 Bedroom | $1,686 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1,958 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $2,537 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $3,027 |
| Owner-Occupied | 55.7% |
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $11,105 |
| 217% above US avg | |
| Effective Rate | 2.71% |
| Obesity | 32.9% |
| 2% above US avg | |
| Diabetes | 9.8% |
| Heart Disease | 5.4% |
| High Blood Pressure | 31.1% |
| Asthma | 9.7% |
| COPD | 6.1% |
| Stroke | 2.9% |
| Binge Drinking | 18.4% |
| Physical Inactivity | 23.8% |
| Depression | 20.0% |
| Mental Distress | 17.6% |
| Physical Distress | 13.1% |
| Insurance Rate | 85.6% |
| Checkup Rate | 76.2% |
| Premature Death | 8,416/100K |
| Food Environment | 8.2/10 |
| Exercise Access | 89.0% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 1,819 |
| Total Violent | 665.8/100K |
| 75% above US avg | |
| Murder | 3.7/100K |
| 41% below US avg | |
| Rape | 42.9/100K |
| Robbery | 201.4/100K |
| Assault | 417.8/100K |
| Total Property | 4,731.4/100K |
| 141% above US avg | |
| Burglary | 893.3/100K |
| Theft | 3,631.1/100K |
| Vehicle Theft | 207.0/100K |
| Arson | 5.6/100K |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 52 |
| Safety Grade | F |
| Safety Score | 1.0 / 5.0 |
| Annual Average | 74.1°F |
| 37% above US avg | |
| January Average | 62°F (17°C) |
| July Average | 83°F (28°C) |
| Annual Rainfall | 49.1 inches |
| 29% above US avg |
| AQI Median | 44.0 |
| Rating | Good |
| Good Days % | 67.2% |
| Unhealthy Days | 1 |
| Elevation | 23 ft (7 m) |
| Area | 14.7 sq mi (38.1 km²) |
| Population Density | 3,824/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 27.3383°N, 82.5437°W |
| County FIPS | 12115 |
Winner: Republican by 18.2 points
| Bachelor's Degree+ | 41.7% |
| 24% above US avg | |
| High School+ | 92.4% |
| School Test Score | 6.40 |
| RUCC Code 2 | Metro — 250K–1M |
| Population Density | 3,824/sq mi |
| Total Area | 14.7 sq mi |
| EV Charging Stations | 101 |
| Alt Fuel Stations | 109 |
| Public Libraries | 10 |
| Healthcare Facilities | 1,819 |
| Restaurants | 1,068 |
| Retail Stores | 1,764 |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 52 |
| Avg Commute | 21.3 min |
| Work from Home | 12.8% |