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South Venice, FL

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

South Venice is a small city in Florida with a population of 17,399. Residents earn $72,322 per year, which is 4% below the national average.

Data updated April 2026

3.2 /5.0
B Good
17,399 Population 2,919/sq mi density
$72,322 Median Income $40,430 per capita
$293,600 Home Value $377,988 Zillow
$1,790 Median Rent 34.4% income on rent
74°F Avg Temperature 330 sunny days/yr
187 Violent Crime/100K 1,852 property/100K
B
Overall
3.2 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.4 / 5.0
$72,322 median income, 2.2% unemployment
A
Affordability
4.4 / 5.0
$293,600 home value, $1,790/mo rent
F
Safety
1.0 / 5.0
187 violent crimes/100K (51% below avg)
C+
Education
2.9 / 5.0
23.7% bachelor's degree or higher

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Full City Profile
Median Income $72,322
4% lower than US avg
Home Value $293,600
4% higher than US avg
Violent Crime 187/100K
51% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 23.7%
30% lower than US avg
Median Rent $1,790
54% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 31.1%
3% lower than US avg
Unemployment 2.2%
39% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 5.5%
56% lower than US avg

How South Venice Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)

People

Population17,399
Median Age50.8 yrs
Density2,919/mi²
Male / Female50% / 51%
Largest GroupWhite 89%
Veterans10.0%

Economy

A
Median Income$72,322
Per Capita$40,430
Unemployment2.2%
Poverty5.5%
County GDP$35,891M
Commute24 min

Housing

A
Home Value$293,600
Rent$1,790
Ownership84.0%
Zillow$377,988
Housing Units8,601
Rent Burden34.4%

Crime

F
Violent187/100K
Property1,852/100K

Health

Obesity31.1%
Uninsured12.0%
Smoking14.3%
Depression22.4%
Heart Disease5.5%

Climate

Avg Temp74°F (23°C)
AQI41 (Good)
Rain51.3 in/yr
Sunny Days330/yr
Elevation12 ft (4 m)

Education

C+
Bachelor's+23.7%
High School+91.7%
Graduate+10.6%
School Score6.40

Community

2024 VoteR 59% / D 41%
Commute24 min
Broadband94.2%
EV Stations25
Libraries10

Is South Venice a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, South Venice receives an overall livability score of 3.2 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low unemployment, low crime rates, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate. South Venice offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in South Venice is $72,322, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.2%. Only 5.5% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 24 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in South Venice is $293,600, roughly aligned with the national median of $281,900. Renters pay a median of $1,790 per month, significantly above the national average of $1,163. A price-to-income ratio of 4.1x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Safety & Crime

Violent crime in South Venice is below the national average at 187 per 100,000 residents (U.S. avg: 380). Property crime occurs at a rate of 1,852 per 100,000, near the national average.

Education

23.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 91.7% have completed high school. Local schools score 6.4/10 in standardized testing, reflecting strong academic performance.

Climate & Weather

South Venice 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 51.3 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

South Venice has a population of 17,399 with a density of 2,919 people per square mile, spread across 6.4 square miles. The median age is 50.8 years, 31% older than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 50.5% female and 49.5% male. The city is predominantly White (88.8%), with 1.2% Hispanic. English is the primary language spoken at home by 88.9% of residents, while 11.1% speak Spanish. 10.0% of the population are veterans, above the national rate of 6.0%. 12.3% of residents have a disability. 87.9% have health insurance coverage.

Population

17,399
Total Population
2,919
People / sq mi
50.8yrs
Median Age
31% above US avg
6.4mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 49.5%
Female 50.5%

Race & Ethnicity

South Venice vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only 88.9%
13% above US avg
Spanish 11.1%
17% below US avg

Social Characteristics

South Venice vs U.S. Average

The median household income in South Venice is $72,322, which is 4% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $40,430. The average weekly wage is $1,253, 13% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 2.2% (below the 3.6% US average). 5.5% of residents live below the poverty line, lower than the national rate of 12.4%. The area has 21,213 business establishments, including 1,068 restaurants. The cost of living index is 103.4, roughly in line with the national average. Workers commute an average of 24 minutes. 16.7% of workers work from home.

Income: South Venice vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$72,322
4% below US avg
Per Capita Income$40,430
Avg Weekly Wage$1,253
IRS Avg AGI$137,381
Gini Index0.501 (0=equal, 1=unequal)

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.2%
39% below US avg
Poverty Rate5.5%
56% 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
Cost of Living103.40 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate3.78%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time23.6 min
Drive Alone75.2%
Public Transit0.1%
Work from Home16.7%

Walkability

The median home value in South Venice is $293,600, 4% above the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $377,988, higher than the Census estimate. Homes sell for 96.1% of their list price, suggesting buyers have room to negotiate. Monthly rent averages $1,790 (54% 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. 84.0% of housing units are owner-occupied (above the 65.4% national rate). There are 8,601 total housing units in the city. The median year a home was built is 1985. The average annual property tax is $11,105 (higher than the $3,500 national average). 34.4% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing. The home price-to-income ratio is 4.1x.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$293,600
4% above US avg
Zillow ZHVI$377,988
Median List Price$349,000

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$349,000
$/Sq Ft$241
Homes Sold21
Sale-to-List Ratio96.1%
Price Drops34.3%
Inventory108

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,790
54% above US avg
Rent Burden34.4%

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

Homeownership84.0%
Owner-Occupied84.0%
Renter-Occupied16.0%
Housing Units8,601
Median Year Built1985

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$11,105
217% above US avg
Effective Rate3.78%
In South Venice, 31.1% of adults are obese, below the national rate of 32.1%. 8.7% have diabetes (below the 10.5% national rate). Heart disease affects 5.5% of residents. 29.6% have high blood pressure. 14.3% are current smokers. 20.7% report binge drinking. 21.7% are physically inactive. 22.4% report depression. 18.7% experience frequent mental distress. 12.0% of residents lack health insurance (above the 8.6% national rate). The primary care physician ratio is 1:1,266. The dentist ratio is 1:1,380. 89.0% of residents have access to exercise opportunities. The food environment index is 8.2 out of 10.

Air Quality (Open-Meteo CAMS — 2026-05-27)

PM2.5
10.6
μg/m³
Fine particulate
PM10
16.9
μg/m³
Coarse particulate
NO₂
2.0
μg/m³
Nitrogen dioxide
O₃
58.0
μg/m³
Ozone
SO₂
0.3
μg/m³
Sulphur dioxide
CO
122.0
μg/m³
Carbon monoxide

Health Metrics: South Venice vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity31.1%
3% below US avg
Diabetes8.7%
Heart Disease5.5%
High Blood Pressure29.6%
Asthma10.0%
COPD6.6%
Cancer7.9%
Stroke2.8%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking14.3%
2% above US avg
Binge Drinking20.7%
Physical Inactivity21.7%
Depression22.4%
Mental Distress18.7%
Physical Distress13.2%
Short Sleep35.9%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate87.9%
Uninsured12.0%
40% above US avg
Primary Care1:1,266
Dentists1:1,380
Mental Health1:473
Checkup Rate74.8%
Dental Visits61.5%
Premature Death8,416/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.2/10
Exercise Access89.0%
Healthcare Facilities1,819
South Venice has a violent crime rate of 187 per 100,000 residents, 51% below the national average of 380. Property crime stands at 1,852 per 100,000, 5% below the U.S. average. The county recorded 52 fatal traffic crashes. Overall, South Venice receives a safety grade of F.

Crime Rates: South Venice vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)

Violent Crime

Total Violent187.1/100K
51% below US avg

Property Crime

Total Property1,852.4/100K
5% below US avg

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)52
Avg Accident Severity0.0 / 4.0

Safety Score

Safety GradeF
Safety Score1.0 / 5.0
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South Venice 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 51.3 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 12 feet, near sea level.

Temperature

62°F Jan (17°C) 83°F Jul (28°C)
Annual Average73.7°F
36% above US avg
January Average62°F (17°C)
July Average83°F (28°C)
Sunny Days330 days/yr

Geography

Elevation12 ft (4 m)
Area6.4 sq mi (16.6 km²)
Population Density2,919/sq mi
Coordinates27.0447°N, 82.4158°W
TimezoneAmerica/New_York
CountySarasota County County
Nearest AirportSarasota/Bradenton International (SRQ)
26 miles away

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 51.3"
35% above US avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Aug) 8.58"
Driest Month (Apr) 1.57"

Air Quality

AQI Median41.0
RatingGood

Air Pollutants (EPA 2023)

Ozone (O₃)0.0397 ppm
PM2.5 (Fine Particles)6.9 μg/m³

Natural Hazard Risk

Overall RiskRelatively High
Risk Score98.2 / 100
Social Vulnerability67.0 / 100
Community Resilience9.2 / 100

Hazard Breakdown

Tornado Relatively High
Hurricane Very High
Earthquake Very Low
Wildfire Relatively Moderate
Flood Relatively High
Hail Very 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 High
Source: FEMA National Risk Index v1.20 (Dec 2025)

Hurricane History

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

Year Name Category Closest
2024 Milton Category 5 40 km
2024 Helene Category 4 234 km
2024 Debby Category 1 195 km
2023 Idalia Category 4 227 km
2022 Ian Category 5 44 km
2022 Nicole Category 1 218 km
2021 Elsa Category 1 92 km
2020 Eta Category 1 203 km
2017 Irma Category 4 72 km
2016 Matthew Category 4 276 km
2005 Dennis Category 4 271 km
2005 Katrina Category 3 214 km
2005 Wilma Category 3 146 km
2004 Charley Category 4 32 km
2004 Jeanne Category 3 109 km
2004 Frances Category 2 135 km
2000 Gordon Category 1 168 km
1999 Irene Category 1 209 km
1998 Georges Category 2 265 km
1995 Erin Category 1 212 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980–2026)

Tornado History

583 tornadoes (EF0+) within 100 km since 1950. Strongest: EF4. Total: 12 fatalities, 287 injuries.

Date Rating Distance Fatalities
Apr 15, 1958 EF4 72 km 0
Oct 3, 1992 EF3 92 km 3
Mar 17, 1985 EF3 8 km 2
Jan 24, 1979 EF3 51 km 0
Oct 31, 1958 EF3 58 km 0
Oct 9, 2024 EF2 80 km 0
Jan 16, 2022 EF2 76 km 0
Dec 16, 2020 EF2 97 km 0
Jan 17, 2016 EF2 58 km 2
Jan 17, 2016 EF2 26 km 0
Jan 9, 2016 EF2 65 km 0
Jun 21, 2006 EF2 30 km 0
Dec 7, 1996 EF2 88 km 1
Apr 4, 1993 EF2 32 km 0
Jul 23, 1989 EF2 73 km 0
Nov 4, 1988 EF2 73 km 0
Aug 9, 1986 EF2 66 km 0
Dec 12, 1983 EF2 57 km 0
Dec 11, 1983 EF2 85 km 0
Jun 17, 1982 EF2 98 km 1
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 68 km
1991 UNNAMED 14,572 54 km
1999 UNNAMED 12,935 57 km
1999 UNNAMED 12,527 53 km
2004 UNNAMED 9,397 57 km
2006 UNNAMED 9,045 56 km
1999 UNNAMED 8,800 56 km
2004 UNNAMED 8,516 64 km
1993 UNNAMED 8,494 65 km
2008 UNNAMED 8,268 71 km
1992 UNNAMED 7,529 59 km
1999 UNNAMED 7,415 14 km
2007 MIDDLE OF NOWHERE 7,238 82 km
1999 UNNAMED 6,951 64 km
2004 UNNAMED 6,537 66 km
2008 UNNAMED 6,044 66 km
2008 UNNAMED 6,036 57 km
2006 UNNAMED 5,970 56 km
2006 UNNAMED 5,910 65 km
2004 UNNAMED 5,802 58 km
Source: NIFC/IRWIN (100+ acres)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 62°F (17°C) 2.3 in Coldest
February 63°F (17°C) 2.8 in
March 67°F (20°C) 3.2 in
April 71°F (22°C) 1.6 in Driest
May 77°F (25°C) 3.0 in
June 81°F (27°C) 7.3 in
July 83°F (28°C) 7.2 in Warmest
August 83°F (28°C) 8.6 in Wettest
September 82°F (28°C) 7.4 in
October 77°F (25°C) 2.7 in
November 70°F (21°C) 2.1 in
December 65°F (18°C) 2.0 in

South Venice has a seasonal temperature swing of 21°F / from 62°F in January to 83°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 50.0 inches, with August being the wettest month (8.6") and April the driest (1.6").

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South Venice is located in Sarasota County. It is classified as Metro / 250K–1M, part of a metropolitan area. 23.7% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 30% below the national average of 33.7%. 91.7% have completed high school. 10.6% hold a graduate or professional degree. Area schools have an average test score of 6.4 out of 10. In the 2024 presidential election, the county voted Republican with 58.7% of the vote, a 18.2-point margin. 94.2% of households have broadband internet access. The area has 25 EV charging stations. There are 10 public libraries serving the community. 1,819 healthcare facilities operate in the area. 75.2% of workers drive alone to work.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 58.7%
D 40.6%

Winner: Republican by 18.2 points

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)52
Avg Accident Severity0.0 / 4.0
F Safety Grade (1.0/5.0)

Education

Bachelor's Degree+23.7%
30% below US avg
High School+91.7%
Graduate Degree+10.6%
School Test Score6.40
C+ Education Grade (2.9/5.0)

Area & Infrastructure

RUCC Code 2Metro / 250K–1M
Population Density2,919/sq mi
Total Area6.4 sq mi
CountySarasota County County

Services

Broadband Access94.2%
Avg Download Speed109.4 Mbps
Avg Upload Speed14.7 Mbps
Max Download Speed1,000 Mbps
EV Charging Stations25
Alt Fuel Stations28
Public Libraries10
Healthcare Facilities1,819
Restaurants1,068
Retail Stores1,764

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute23.6 min
Drive Alone75.2%
Public Transit0.1%
Work from Home16.7%
Average costs for common services in South Venice. 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)
View all 40 services

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$909
Toddler$835
Preschool$801
Family Childcare (monthly)
Infant$866
Toddler$801
Preschool$779
Source: DOL Women's Bureau (2022)

Top Industries in Sarasota 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 36,752 2,169 $67,214 1.35
Retail Trade 24,927 1,920 $43,604 1.31
Accommodation & Food Services 21,788 1,194 $33,490 1.26
Construction 18,479 2,576 $68,459 1.85
Professional & Technical Services 13,403 3,519 $101,488 1.01
Administrative & Waste Services 11,271 1,791 $55,151 1.01
Manufacturing 8,855 647 $73,321 0.57
Other Services 7,123 1,590 $47,142 1.24
Finance & Insurance 6,104 1,212 $132,254 0.79
Arts & Entertainment 5,778 339 $41,303 1.81
Wholesale Trade 4,693 826 $92,032 0.63
Real Estate 4,374 1,523 $60,672 1.48
Transportation & Warehousing 3,243 320 $53,005 0.40
Educational Services 3,194 283 $52,936 0.81
Information & Technology 2,285 481 $144,744 0.64
Management of Companies 1,487 202 $164,383 0.46
Utilities 479 39 $125,157 0.66
Unclassified 256 429 $107,654 0.97

Radio Stations near South Venice

4 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
K-Star Talk Radio Network conservative talk, conspiracy theories MP3 128 kbps
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

National Parks Near South Venice

16 national parks and monuments found near South Venice.

ParkTypeFee
Alafia River State Park State Park Free
Caladesi Island State Park State Park Free
Cayo Costa State Park State Park Free
De Soto National Memorial National Memorial Free
Delnor-Wiggins Pass State Park State Park Free
Don Pedro Island State Park State Park Free
Gasparilla Island State Park State Park Free
Highlands Hammock State Park State Park Free
Lake June-in-Winter Scrub 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
Ybor City Museum State Park State Park Free

Museums in South Venice

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
GULF COAST HERITAGE ASSOCIATIONHISTORIC PRESERVATION337 N TAMIAMI TRL9419665214$658,990
HISTORIC AIRCRAFT SOCIETYHISTORY MUSEUM
HISTORIC SPANISH POINTHISTORIC PRESERVATION9419665214
LEMON BAY HISTORICAL SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION416 W GREEN ST9414738491
LORD-HIGEL HOUSEHISTORIC PRESERVATION101 W VENICE AVENUE SUITE 269414862487
VENICE HISTORIC PRESERVATION LEAGUEHISTORIC PRESERVATION303 E VENICE AVENUE9414120151
VENICE MUSEUM AND ARCHIVESGENERAL MUSEUM9414862487

Farmers Markets in South Venice

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Central Sarasota Farmers Market4748 S Beneva Road01/01/2014 to 12/31/2014Sat: 8:00 AM-1:00 PM;YesVisit
North Port Farmers Market4970 city hall blvd.10/07/2016 to 04/28/2017Fri: 9:00 AM-2:00 PM;YesVisit
Phillippi Farmhouse Market5500 South Tamiami Trail10/01/2012 to 04/30/2014Wed: 9:00 AM-2:00 PM;YesVisit
Venice Farmer's Market200 Block of Tampa Ave.01/01/2015 to 12/31/2015Sat: 8:00 AM-12:00 PM;YesVisit

Restaurants in South Venice

12 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Applebee's
Bob Evans
Chili's
China Taste
IHOP
Italiano's
Linkster’s Venice
Metro Diner
Outback Steakhouse
Rib City
The Sand Trap Sports Bar and Grill
Yummies Donuts & BBQ

Cinemas in South Venice

1 cinemas within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Spotlight Theatres

Dentists in South Venice

1 dentists within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Aspen Dental

Gas Stations in South Venice

5 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

7-Eleven
Murphy USA
RaceTrac
Shell
Wawa

Banks in South Venice

6 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Chase
Liberty Saving Bank
Regions Bank
Truist
Trustco
Wells Fargo

Golf Courses in South Venice

1 golf courses within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Sarasota National Golf Club

Breweries in South Venice

NameTypeAddressPhoneWebsite
Hurricane MikesBreweries & Brew Pubs, Bar & Grill Restaurants, Food & Entertainment, Bars & Clubs, Sarasota, FL, R2639 Mall DrVisit
Old Venice PubBrewers, Restaurants100 W Venice Aveste L9414843031

Cell Towers in South Venice

AddressStructure TypeHeight (ft)
(South Venice Site) 2000 BORDER ROADTOWER180
(Placida site) 5300 Linwood RoadTOWER102
(Sarasota South) 4748 BENEVA RDLTOWER94
399 BAMBOO DR (6773)GTOWER92
(Grove City Site) 5060 PLACIDA RDTOWER91
35200 CLAY GULLY RD 300 FT S OF CLAY GULLY RD.TOWER91
6654 WEST PRICE BLVDTOWER91
6654 WEST PRICE BLVDTOWER91
5300 LINDWOOD RD (6772)LTOWER88
1035 ALBEE FARMS RD (7609)LTOWER87
4481 PLACIDA ROAD (65038)LTOWER63
(Manasota site) 1767 E MANASOTA BEACH RDTOWER61
1767 E MANASOTA BEACH RD (74519)LTOWER61

Bridges in South Venice

LocationTypeKindYear BuiltLength (ft)Daily TrafficCondition
SlabConcrete continuous199711446,000F
Movable (Bascule)Steel19646145,100F
SlabPrestressed concrete1994602,500G
SlabPrestressed concrete2006332,283G
Stringer/Multi-beamPrestressed concrete199475510G

Airports Near South Venice

38 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Sarasota Bradenton International AirportSRQLarge Airport
Southwest Florida International AirportRSWLarge Airport
Page FieldFMYMedium Airport
Punta Gorda AirportPGDMedium Airport
Adana AirfieldSmall Airport
Airport Manatee AirportSmall Airport
Albert Whitted AirportSPGSmall Airport
Alex’s Ultralight Flight ParkSmall Airport
Arcadia Municipal AirportSmall Airport
Bald Eagle AirstripSmall Airport
Bright Hour Ranch AirportSmall Airport
Bright Hour Ranch AirportSmall Airport
Brownville AirportSmall Airport
Buchan AirportSmall Airport
Buckingham FieldSmall Airport
Carlton Ranch-Sidell AirportSmall Airport
Coral Creek AirportSmall Airport
Duette Training Facility AirportSmall Airport
Greens Farm FieldSmall Airport
Griffins Peace River Ranch AirportSmall Airport
Gyro Town Usa STOLportSmall Airport
Hennessy AirportSmall Airport
Hidden River AirportSmall Airport
Hummingbirds LandingSmall Airport
Lake Suzy Estates AirportSmall Airport
Mc Donald's FieldSmall Airport
Ott's Landing AirportSmall Airport
Pine Island AirportSmall Airport
Pine Shadows AirparkSmall Airport
Salty Approach AirportSmall Airport
Schwartz Farms Inc AirportSmall Airport
Shell Creek AirparkSmall Airport
Strayhorn Ranch AirportSmall Airport
Thomson AirfieldSmall Airport
Venice Municipal AirportVNCSmall Airport
Wauchula Municipal AirportSmall Airport
Wimauma Air ParkSmall Airport
Woodstock AirportSmall Airport

Police Stations in South Venice

12 police stations.

StationAddressPhone
Charlotte County Sheriff's Office - District 1
Florida Highway Patrol Station
North Port Police Department
North Port Police Department4980 City Hall Boulevard
Sarasota County Sheriff's Office
Sarasota County Sheriff's Office District 3 South Office
Sarasota Police Department Community Policing Station
Sarasota Police Department Community Policing Station
Sarasota Police Department Community Policing Station
Sarasota School Police Department
Venice Police Department
Venice Police Marine Unit

Grocery Stores in South Venice

11 grocery stores.

StoreTypeAddress
CVS Pharmacy 3647Other4090 Tamiami Trl S
Dollar Tree 1559Other4335 Tamiami Trl S
Murphy USA 7224Convenience Store4140 S Tamiami Trl
PUBLIX 1769Supermarket4173 Tamiami Trl S
Racetrac 2488Convenience Store5051 Englewood Rd
Stop & Shop Food MartConvenience Store2294 Tamiami Trl S
Target Store T-813Super Store4271 Tamiami Trl S
Venice ShellConvenience Store4300 Tamiami Trl S
Walgreens 12392Other4105 Pointe Plaza Blvd
Walmart S/C 769Super Store4150 Tamiami Trl S
Wawa 5216Convenience Store41 Englewood Rd

Treatment Centers in South Venice

3 treatment centers.

CenterTypePhone
Clean Recovery CentersBoth813-669-7010
Operation PAR Inc - Medication Assisted Patient ServicesSubstance Abuse888-727-6398
WhiteSands Alcohol and Drug Rehab - SarasotaSubstance Abuse941-960-7405

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Frequently Asked Questions About South Venice

What is the population of South Venice?

South Venice has a population of 17,399 residents and is located in Florida. The population density is 2,919 people per square mile, spread across 6.4 square miles. The median age of residents is 50.8 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 50.5% female and 49.5% male.

Is South Venice expensive to live in?

South Venice 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 $72,322, 4% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $293,600 (4% above the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $1,790 per month, above the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 4.1x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.

Is South Venice safe?

South Venice is safer than the national average, with a violent crime rate of 187 per 100,000 compared to the U.S. rate of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 1,852 per 100,000 (below the national average). Overall, South Venice receives a safety grade of F based on combined crime data.

What is the weather like in South Venice?

South Venice 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 51.3 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 41.

How is the job market in South Venice?

The job market in South Venice is very strong, with unemployment at just 2.2% / well below the national rate of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $1,253. There are 21,213 business establishments in the area, including 1,068 restaurants and food service locations. The average commute time is 24 minutes, and 16.7% of workers work from home.

How much does housing cost in South Venice?

The median home value in South Venice is $293,600. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $377,988. For renters, the median monthly rent is $1,790. Fair market rent is $1,296 for a 1-bedroom and $1,526 for a 2-bedroom apartment. The homeownership rate is 84.0%. The average annual property tax is $11,105.

How are the schools in South Venice?

Schools in South Venice score 6.4 out of 10 on standardized testing, near the national average. 23.7% of adults in South Venice hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 91.7% have completed high school. 10.6% hold a graduate or professional degree.

How healthy is South Venice?

The obesity rate in South Venice is 31.1% (below the national rate of 32.1%). 14.3% of adults are smokers. 21.7% are physically inactive. 22.4% of residents report depression. 12.0% lack health insurance (above the national rate). 89.0% of residents have access to exercise opportunities. The primary care physician ratio is 1:1,266.

What is transportation like in South Venice?

The average commute in South Venice is 24 minutes, shorter than the national average of 28 minutes. 75.2% of workers drive alone to work, and 16.7% work from home.

What are the demographics of South Venice?

The racial and ethnic makeup of South Venice is 88.8% White, 1.2% Hispanic or Latino. 88.9% of residents speak only English at home, while 11.1% speak Spanish. 10.0% of the population are military veterans. 12.3% of residents have a disability. 87.9% have health insurance coverage.

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