Most Safest Cities In Florida Based On The Latest Data

The Sunshine State is home to more than 21 million people for a reason – mild winters, beautiful beaches, no income taxes, the list goes on.

Florida Cities ( Photo: MoneyGeek.com )

We took the 60 largest cities in Florida by population and compared them based on these factors

We have included other factors such as poverty rates and median income to narrow our range. However, these factors are weighted less than crime rates because poverty and income rates alone do not determine whether a city is safe. We break down how each element was weighted in our methodology section.

The data was obtained from the US Census, FBI, Florida State Crime Records, USA.com, and Best Places

The Villages, a 55+ community, ranked among the safest cities to live in Florida. As a retirement community, this is probably not the right choice for young families. Head north-east of Florida and you’ll find the Palm Coast, with 75% saying it’s a great place to raise kids and 81% saying it’s a great place to retire. Riverview is another city near Tampa with a much higher median income and the seventh-lowest poverty rate on our list. North Port is located just north of Charlotte Harbor Conservation State Park. This makes it perfect for anyone who enjoys the city lifestyle with easy access to South Florida’s beautiful ecosystems. Brandon is a city in West Florida located in Hillsborough County. Brandon residents love being close to Tampa to feel like they’re in a big city.

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