West Bradenton, FL

Florida · Metropolitan Area

West Bradenton is a small town in Florida with a population of 4,017. Residents earn $110,072 per year, which is 46% above the national average.

4.4 /5.0
A Great
4,017 Population 3,090/sq mi density
$110,072 Median Income $48,236 per capita
$384,100 Home Value
$1,785 Median Rent
75°F Avg Temperature
A
Overall
4.4 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
4.9 / 5.0
$110,072 median income, 1.4% unemployment
A+
Affordability
4.7 / 5.0
$384,100 home value, $1,785/mo rent
B+
Education
3.6 / 5.0
32.8% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $110,072
46% higher than US avg
Home Value $384,100
36% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 32.8%
3% lower than US avg
Median Rent $1,785
53% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 30.3%
6% lower than US avg
Unemployment 1.4%
61% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 8.0%
35% lower than US avg

How West Bradenton Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)

People

Population4,017
Median Age47.2 yrs
Density3,090/mi²
Male / Female48% / 52%
Largest GroupWhite 91%

Economy

A+
Median Income$110,072
Per Capita$48,236
Unemployment1.4%
Poverty8.0%
County GDP$26,348M
Commute25 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$384,100
Rent$1,785
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity30.3%
UninsuredN/A
Depression20.6%
Heart Disease5.2%

Climate

Avg Temp75°F
AQI41 (Good)
Rain52.5 in/yr

Education

B+
Bachelor's+32.8%
High School+92.2%
School Score5.60

Community

2024 VoteR 61% / D 38%
Commute25 min
Libraries7

Is West Bradenton a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, West Bradenton receives an overall livability score of 4.4 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, low unemployment, a low poverty rate. West Bradenton stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in West Bradenton is $110,072, which is significantly higher than the national average — 46% above $75,149. This places West Bradenton among higher-income communities. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.4%. 8.0% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 25 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in West Bradenton is $384,100, 36% above the national median. Renters pay a median of $1,785 per month, significantly above the national average of $1,163. A price-to-income ratio of 3.5x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Education

32.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 92.2% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.6/10.

Climate & Weather

West Bradenton has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 75°F. Winters average 62°F in January while summers reach 84°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 52.5 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

West Bradenton has a population of 4,017 with a density of 3,090 people per square mile. The median age is 47.2 years, 21% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (91.4%), with 1.5% Hispanic, 1.6% Black.

Population

4,017
Total Population
3,090
People / sq mi
47.2yrs
Median Age
21% above US avg
1.3mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 47.7%
Female 52.3%

Race & Ethnicity

West Bradenton vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only96.3%
23% above US avg
Spanish3.7%
72% below US avg

Social Characteristics

West Bradenton vs U.S. Average

The median household income in West Bradenton is $110,072, which is 46% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 1.4% (below the 3.6% US average). 8.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 25 minutes.

Income: West Bradenton vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$110,072
46% above US avg
Per Capita Income$48,236
Avg Weekly Wage$1,170
IRS Avg AGI$106,916

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.4%
61% below US avg
Poverty Rate8.0%
35% below US avg
Establishments (County)14,624
County GDP$26,348M

Business (County)

Restaurants773
Healthcare1,127
Retail1,394
Manufacturing303

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$8,900
154% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate2.32%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time24.6 min
Work from Home14.0%

Walkability

The median home value in West Bradenton is $384,100, 36% above the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,785 (53% above US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$384,100
36% above US avg
Median List Price$482,000

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$482,000
$/Sq Ft$245
Homes Sold4
Sale-to-List Ratio95.8%
Price Drops50.0%
Inventory12

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,785
53% above US avg

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-Occupied87.0%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$8,900
154% above US avg
Effective Rate2.32%
In West Bradenton, 30.3% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 20.6% report depression. 19.5% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: West Bradenton vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity30.3%
6% below US avg
Diabetes8.6%
Heart Disease5.2%
High Blood Pressure28.4%
Asthma9.5%
COPD5.6%
Stroke2.6%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking19.3%
Physical Inactivity19.5%
Depression20.6%
Mental Distress17.8%
Physical Distress11.8%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate88.3%
Checkup Rate75.3%
Premature Death8,820/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.2/10
Exercise Access89.0%
Healthcare Facilities1,127

Crime Rates: West Bradenton vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)64

Safety Score

West Bradenton has an average annual temperature of 75°F (24°C). Winters average 62°F in January while summers reach 84°F in July. Annual precipitation is 52.5 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Temperature

62°F Jan (17°C) 84°F Jul (29°C)
Annual Average74.5°F
38% above US avg
January Average62°F (17°C)
July Average84°F (29°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall52.5 inches
38% above US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median41.0
RatingGood

Geography

Area1.3 sq mi (3.4 km²)
Population Density3,090/sq mi
Coordinates27.5010°N, 82.6142°W
County FIPS12081
It is classified as Metro — 250K–1M. 32.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (3% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 23.5-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 61.4%
D 37.9%

Winner: Republican by 23.5 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+32.8%
3% below US avg
High School+92.2%
School Test Score5.60
B+ Education Grade (3.6/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 2Metro — 250K–1M
Population Density3,090/sq mi
Total Area1.3 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries7
Healthcare Facilities1,127
Restaurants773
Retail Stores1,394

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)64

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute24.6 min
Work from Home14.0%

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