Siesta Key, FL

Florida · Metropolitan Area

Siesta Key is a small city in Florida with a population of 5,690. Residents earn $119,427 per year, which is 59% above the national average.

4.0 /5.0
A Great
5,690 Population 2,432/sq mi density
$119,427 Median Income $117,411 per capita
$954,300 Home Value $814,438 Zillow
$2,761 Median Rent 24.9% income on rent
74°F Avg Temperature
A
Overall
4.0 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
5.0 / 5.0
$119,427 median income, 1.3% unemployment
C
Affordability
2.1 / 5.0
$954,300 home value, $2,761/mo rent
A+
Education
5.0 / 5.0
65.3% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $119,427
59% higher than US avg
Home Value $954,300
239% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 65.3%
94% higher than US avg
Median Rent $2,761
137% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 27.1%
16% lower than US avg
Unemployment 1.3%
64% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 3.2%
74% lower than US avg

How Siesta Key Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)

People

Population5,690
Median Age66.0 yrs
Density2,432/mi²
Male / Female50% / 50%
Largest GroupWhite 94%
Veterans8.1%

Economy

A+
Median Income$119,427
Per Capita$117,411
Unemployment1.3%
Poverty3.2%
County GDP$35,891M
Commute34 min

Housing

C
Home Value$954,300
Rent$2,761
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$814,438
Rent Burden24.9%

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity27.1%
UninsuredN/A
Depression20.7%
Heart Disease4.3%

Climate

Avg Temp74°F
AQI41 (Good)
Rain49.1 in/yr
Elevation5 ft

Education

A+
Bachelor's+65.3%
High School+96.8%
School Score5.60

Community

2024 VoteR 59% / D 41%
Commute34 min
Broadband91.9%
Libraries10

Is Siesta Key a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Siesta Key receives an overall livability score of 4.0 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, low unemployment, a highly educated population, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include high housing costs. Siesta Key stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Siesta Key is $119,427, which is significantly higher than the national average — 59% above $75,149. This places Siesta Key among higher-income communities. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.3%. Only 3.2% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 34 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Siesta Key is $954,300, making it a premium housing market at 239% above the U.S. median of $281,900. Renters pay a median of $2,761 per month, significantly above the national average of $1,163. With a home price-to-income ratio of 8x, housing affordability is a significant challenge for many families.

Education

Siesta Key is a highly educated community — 65.3% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, well above the national average of 33.7%. 96.8% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.6/10.

Climate & Weather

Siesta Key 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 41.

Siesta Key has a population of 5,690 with a density of 2,432 people per square mile. The median age is 66.0 years, 70% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (93.7%).

Population

5,690
Total Population
2,432
People / sq mi
66.0yrs
Median Age
70% above US avg
2.3mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 49.8%
Female 50.2%

Race & Ethnicity

Siesta Key vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only90.6%
15% above US avg
Spanish9.4%
30% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Siesta Key vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Siesta Key is $119,427, which is 59% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 1.3% (below the 3.6% US average). 3.2% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 34 minutes.

Income: Siesta Key vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$119,427
59% above US avg
Per Capita Income$117,411
Avg Weekly Wage$1,253
IRS Avg AGI$137,381

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.3%
64% below US avg
Poverty Rate3.2%
74% below US avg
Establishments (County)21,213
County GDP$35,891M

Business (County)

Restaurants1,068
Healthcare1,819
Retail1,764
Manufacturing370

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$11,105
217% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate1.16%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time33.6 min
Drive Alone49.5%
Public Transit1.2%
Work from Home36.2%

Walkability

The median home value in Siesta Key is $954,300, 239% above the national average. Monthly rent averages $2,761 (137% above US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $814,438.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$954,300
239% above US avg
Zillow ZHVI$814,438
Median List Price$1,275,000

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$1,275,000
$/Sq Ft$568
Homes Sold28
Sale-to-List Ratio93.4%
Price Drops21.2%
Inventory293

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$2,761
137% above US avg
Zillow Rent (ZORI)$6,823
Rent Burden24.9%

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

Owner-Occupied92.5%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$11,105
217% above US avg
Effective Rate1.16%
In Siesta Key, 27.1% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 20.7% report depression. 15.1% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Siesta Key vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity27.1%
16% below US avg
Diabetes6.8%
Heart Disease4.3%
High Blood Pressure26.2%
Asthma9.2%
COPD4.3%
Stroke2.1%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking21.2%
Physical Inactivity15.1%
Depression20.7%
Mental Distress15.2%
Physical Distress10.0%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate97.7%
Checkup Rate76.4%
Premature Death8,416/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.2/10
Exercise Access89.0%
Healthcare Facilities1,819

Crime Rates: Siesta Key vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)52

Safety Score

Siesta Key has an average annual temperature of 74°F (23°C). Winters average 62°F in January while summers reach 83°F in July. Annual precipitation is 49.1 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Temperature

62°F Jan (17°C) 83°F Jul (28°C)
Annual Average74.1°F
37% above US avg
January Average62°F (17°C)
July Average83°F (28°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall49.1 inches
29% above US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median41.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation5 ft (2 m)
Area2.3 sq mi (6.1 km²)
Population Density2,432/sq mi
Coordinates27.2748°N, 82.5493°W
County FIPS12115
It is classified as Metro — 250K–1M. 65.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (94% above US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 18.2-point margin. 91.9% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 58.7%
D 40.6%

Winner: Republican by 18.2 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+65.3%
94% above US avg
High School+96.8%
School Test Score5.60
A+ Education Grade (5.0/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 2Metro — 250K–1M
Population Density2,432/sq mi
Total Area2.3 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access91.9%
Public Libraries10
Healthcare Facilities1,819
Restaurants1,068
Retail Stores1,764

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)52

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute33.6 min
Drive Alone49.5%
Public Transit1.2%
Work from Home36.2%

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