Livability Score

73
/100
i The AreaVibes Livability Score evaluates 9 different categories and creates an overall score out of 100. The higher the score, the better the area.

amenities F

There are not many amenities close to this location.
Coffee (2) F
Cafe Sportivo
Coffee Shop
Starbucks
Coffee Shop
Nutter Dining Hall
Coffee Shop
Marpiosa Cafe
Coffee Shop
Bean & Barnacle
Coffee Shop
Starbucks
Coffee Shop
Entertainment (4) F
Blanche Ely House Museum
Museum
Pompano Beach Amphitheatre
Theatre Arts
Wynmoor Theater
Cinema
Diamond Strike
Bowling Alley
AMC Pompano Beach 18
Cinema
Cypress Creek Stadium 16
Cinema
Egan Auditorium
Theatre Arts
Findeiss Auditorium
Theatre Arts
Stacy Auditorium
Theatre Arts
Butterfly World
Attraction
Xtreme Action Park
Theme Park
Max’s Barber
Attraction
DRV PNK Stadium
Stadium
Food and Drink (33) F
Miami Subs
Fast Food
Atlantic Liquors
Alcohol
Dunkin' Donuts
Fast Food
Subway
Fast Food
McDonald's
Fast Food
KFC
Fast Food
Broski Ciderworks
Bar
Burger King
Fast Food
Pollo Tropical
Fast Food
Wendy's
Fast Food
Wendy's
Fast Food
McDonald's
Fast Food
Dunkin'
Fast Food
Taco Bell
Fast Food
McDonald's
Fast Food
Wendy's
Fast Food
Burger King
Fast Food
Popeyes
Fast Food
Wendy's
Fast Food
Subway
Fast Food
McDonald's
Fast Food
26° Brewing Company
Bar
Banging Banjo Brewing Co.
Bar
Chick-fil-A
Fast Food
Long John Silver's
Fast Food
Fitness (5) F
Thomas D Stephanis Club - Boys & Girls Club of America
Community Centre
Pompano Beach Cultural Center
Community Centre
CrossFit CVI
Gym
Mc Nair Community Center
Community Centre
Cycleward Studios LLC
Gym
Coconut Creek Community Center
Community Centre
Groceries (20) C-
Pompano Mega Mart
Grocery Store
Saxon & Wall Supermarket
Grocery Store
Pompano Supermarket
Grocery Store
Mexican Supermarket
Grocery Store
Mexican Supermarket Inc
Grocery Store
Walmart Supercenter
Grocery Store
Family Budget Supermarket
Grocery Store
Winn-Dixie
Grocery Store
Pet Supermarket
Grocery Store
By Their Fruits
Grocery Store
Publix
Grocery Store
Guido's
Butcher
Walmart Neighborhood Market
Grocery Store
Seabra Foods
Grocery Store
Whole Foods Market
Grocery Store
Publix Super Market
Grocery Store
Supermarket Professionals
Grocery Store
Publix
Grocery Store
Winn-Dixie
Grocery Store
Publix
Grocery Store
Publix
Grocery Store
Rio's Meat Market & Grocery
Grocery Store
Publix
Grocery Store
ALDI
Grocery Store
Bravo
Grocery Store
Parks (65) B
Westside Park
Park
Apollo Park
Park
Carver Homes Park
Park
Kestler Field
Park
Pompano Park
Park
Fairview Park
Park
Norwood Pines Park
Park
Mc Nair Park
Park
Pompano Community Park
Park
McNab Park
Park
Crystal Lake Sand Pine Scrub Natural Area
Park
Harbor's Edge Park
Park
Sunshine Drive Park
Park
Dottie Mancini Park
Park
Alsdorf Boat Launching Park
Park
Officer Scott A. Winters Memorial Park
Park
Township Estates Park
Park
Donaldson Park
Park
Indian Mound Park
Park
Indian Mound Park
Park
Marine Drive Park
Park
Exchange Club Park
Park
Hosford Park
Park
George Brummer Park
Park
SE 15th Street Park
Park
Shops (33) F
24 часа
Convenience Store
Dinettes by Design
Furniture
Beds Best Bargain
Furniture
Office Furniture
Furniture
The Home Depot
Home Improvement
Super Walmart
Department Store
Speedway
Convenience Store
Metro by T-Mobile
Electronics
Cricket Wireless
Electronics
Dollar Tree
Discount Store
Rooms To Go
Furniture
Circle K
Convenience Store
Macy's
Department Store
My Choice Hair Pompano Beach
Beauty
Ross
Department Store
Pompano Citi Centre
Mall
Lowe's
Home Improvement
JCPenney
Department Store
Key West Salon
Hairdresser
Sport Clips
Hairdresser
7-Eleven
Convenience Store
Merle Norman Cosmetic Studio
Beauty
Sears
Department Store
Family Dollar
Discount Store
Shoreline Flooring Supplies
Home Improvement
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commute A+

Of all people who commute, 2.8% take public transportation in Pompano Beach.
Public Transit Stops (21)
Stops & Stations
A+
NorthEast Transit Center
Bus Station
Pompano Beach
Transit Station
Cypress Creek
Transit Station
NW 21 Av & NW 64 St (#3052)
Bus Stop
NW 21 Av & NW 64 St (#4021)
Bus Stop
#2856
Bus Stop
Workers Taking Public Transit
2.8%
F
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cost of living B

The cost of living in Pompano Beach is 111/100 - which is 13% higher than Florida.
Cost of Living
Goods & Services, Housing, etc.
D
Tax Rates
Income & Sales Tax
A+
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crime C

Pompano Beach crime rates are 2,226 per 100k, which is 22% higher than Florida
Property Crime
1,910 crimes per 100k
C-
Violent Crime
316 crimes per 100k
C+
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employment D+

The median income in Pompano Beach is $52,565 - which is 7% higher than Florida.
Med. Household Income
$52,565
D-
Unemployment Rate
4.7%
F
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health B+

There are not many hospitals, police and fire stations,
Health & Safety (18)
Dentist, Doctor, Hospital, etc.
D-
Broward Outpatient Medical Center
Clinic
Pompano Beach Fire Prevention
Fire Station
Pompano Beach Police Department - Community Services
Police
Broward County Sheriff's Office
Police
Pompano Beach Police Pension
Police
John Knox Village Health Center of Pompano Beach
Doctor
CVS Pharmacy
Pharmacy
Helix Diagnostix
Hospital
Pompano Beach Fire and Rescue Station 24
Fire Station
CVS Pharmacy
Pharmacy
DoctorDocs Medical Transcription Services
Doctor
CVS Pharmacy
Pharmacy
AMR/Medics Broward
Ambulance Station
Broward Health North
Hospital
CVS Pharmacy
Pharmacy
Walgreens
Pharmacy
Walgreens
Pharmacy
Broward Health Imperial Point
Hospital
Fort Lauderdale Behavioral Health Center
Hospital
Walgreens
Pharmacy
CVS Pharmacy
Pharmacy
Lauderdale by the Sea Fire Department Station 36
Fire Station
Fire Station Number 88
Fire Station
Lighthouse Point Fire Department
Fire Station
Lighthouse Point Police Department
Police
Air Quality
Median Air Quality
B+
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housing A+

Pompano Beach home prices are $227,600 - which is 36% higher than Florida
Home Price
$227,600
A-
Home Appreciation Rate
27%
A+
Home Affordability
4.3x (home price to income ratio)
D-
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schools D+

The Pompano Beach graduation rate is 79% - which is 5% lower than Florida
School Test Scores
43%
F
High School Grad. Rates
79%
D+
Elementary Schools (32) F
Sanders Park Elementary School
Robert C. Markham Elementary
Pompano Beach Middle School
Green Children'S House
Dave Thomas East
Innovation Charter School
New Generation Montessori Children'S Academy
Cypress Run Alternative/Ese
Pompano Beach Elementary School
Cypress Elementary School
Palmview Elementary School
Cross Creek School
Charles Drew Elementary School
Bb International School
Rhema Word Christian Academy
Master Minds Academy
Cresthaven Elementary School
Broward Children'S Center North
Pompano Youth Treatment Center
Somerset Academy Pompano (K-5)
Crystal Lake Middle School
Mcnab Elementary School
Hi Tech Kidz Kollege
Seven Lakes Preparatory Academy
Pasco Charter Academy
High Schools (14) C-
Blanche Ely High School
New Life Preparatory Academy
New Life Christian Academy
Cypress Run Alternative/Ese
Pompano Beach Institute Of International Studies
Flagler High
Cross Creek School
Rhema Word Christian Academy
Broward Children'S Center North
Pompano Youth Treatment Center
Andrews High School
Bright Horizons
Pine Crest School
Randazzo School
Premier Academy School
Smart Horizons Career Online High School
Coconut Creek High School
Broward Virtual Franchise
Northeast High School
Dave Thomas Education Center West
Westminster Academy
Highlands Christian Academy
Atlantic Technical College
Calvary Christian Academy
Abundant Life Christian Academy
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ratings F

Pompano Beach has an overall rating of 42% from 14 reviews.
User Reviews (7)
From AreaVibes
F
User Surveys (7)
From AreaVibes
C
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  • Pompano Beach has a Livability Score of 73/100, which is considered excellent
  • Pompano Beach crime rates are 22% higher than the Florida average
  • Cost of living in Pompano Beach is 13% higher than the Florida average
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A Trash Can With Gold Glitter 0.5 rating By Anonymous ( Mar 28, 2022) Pompano has potential. It does. You can see it by all the developers seeking to build there. That's where it ends however. The city is riddled with crime, drug houses, sober homes, and corruption. Think of what Grand Theft Auto would look like as a city and you have Pompano ...Read More Beach.

Instead of improving things, development is not strategic in the least and is strictly to the highest bidder. The City Center instead of raising the bar with stores, is so excited to have Big Lots, Five Below, Dollar Stores, and CBD stores.

Anything west of Federal is a risk. The CVS, Walgreens, and Publix routinely have criminal activity. Homelessness runs rampant with residents finding bicycles and cars regularly stolen. Others report finding homeless individuals sleeping on their porches or backyards.

There is a reason locals call it Pompton. Avoid like the plague. Read Less
Detective Schaefer is a Criminal 1 rating By Anonymous ( Oct 06, 2018) The City management is amazing, the city is centrally located near West Palm and Fort Lauderdale with affordable prices. Strip clubs and crime run rampant as the Broward Sheriff Office Detective’s only report crimes if they are paid to write them against adversaries of crimina ...Read More ls. Detective Schaefer and Sgt. Pierrei are responsible for an annual property crimes increase of 8% a year for not reporting criminals, victimizing citizens and having close relationships with Haitian drug and sex trafficking... Read Less
Scary place to visit, let alone to live 0.5 rating By Shocked ( Mar 26, 2015) I visited Pompano Beach recently. I was shocked to see how it declined from 20 years ago. It was littered and Dirty!!
My friend lived at John Knox Village which wasn't tonad but a block away it looked liked ghetto. As long as you stay inside john Knox you're safe. But don't ve
...Read More nture out. Stopped at the local Walmarts and was shocked at how the grounds were trash all over!! Clearwater, where I'm from is clean. No trash laying around...safe to walk.
What a shock and so sad to see Ft. lauderdale and Pompano Beach is getting like the slums. Read Less
Only 3 Years In Pompano 4 rating By Anonymous ( Jan 13, 2015) I have lived in Pompano Beach, FL for about three years. The area is beautiful as every morning I can wake up and see a gorgeous sunrise, and in the evening, there is an amazing sunset. There are numerous things to do for almost any age, and the best part of living here is the be ...Read More ach.

My home is an apartment located in the middle of the city. Rent rates average about $900 a month for a two-bedroom, but there are less expensive ones on the outskirts of the city. If you are looking for a delicious plate of seafood, then this is where you need to live or at least visit. Almost every restaurant serves some kind of seafood dish whether it's shrimp or crab legs. When I want to relax, I go to the Pompano Municipal Pier. This pier is about a mile and a half long. While walking on the pier, I can often see dolphins swimming and seagulls that sit right on the banister.

The Isle Casino is a place I like to go when I want to have a little fun. There is a buffet in the casino that serves just about any kind of food that you can think of, and there is a small race track as well. The casino could be improved as there aren't as many table games as I would like, but there are a few slot machines that pay out pretty well. The Indian Mound Park is somewhere for the family to enjoy. There is plenty of room to play outside, and there are walking trails for those who like to enjoy the scenery. Read Less
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Scary place to visit, let alone to live 0.5 rating By Shocked ( Mar 26, 2015) I visited Pompano Beach recently. I was shocked to see how it declined from 20 years ago. It was littered and Dirty!!
My friend lived at John Knox Village which wasn't tonad but a block away it looked liked ghetto. As long as you stay inside john Knox you're safe. But don't ve
...Read More nture out. Stopped at the local Walmarts and was shocked at how the grounds were trash all over!! Clearwater, where I'm from is clean. No trash laying around...safe to walk.
What a shock and so sad to see Ft. lauderdale and Pompano Beach is getting like the slums. Read Less
Only 3 Years In Pompano 4 rating By Anonymous ( Jan 13, 2015) I have lived in Pompano Beach, FL for about three years. The area is beautiful as every morning I can wake up and see a gorgeous sunrise, and in the evening, there is an amazing sunset. There are numerous things to do for almost any age, and the best part of living here is the be ...Read More ach.

My home is an apartment located in the middle of the city. Rent rates average about $900 a month for a two-bedroom, but there are less expensive ones on the outskirts of the city. If you are looking for a delicious plate of seafood, then this is where you need to live or at least visit. Almost every restaurant serves some kind of seafood dish whether it's shrimp or crab legs. When I want to relax, I go to the Pompano Municipal Pier. This pier is about a mile and a half long. While walking on the pier, I can often see dolphins swimming and seagulls that sit right on the banister.

The Isle Casino is a place I like to go when I want to have a little fun. There is a buffet in the casino that serves just about any kind of food that you can think of, and there is a small race track as well. The casino could be improved as there aren't as many table games as I would like, but there are a few slot machines that pay out pretty well. The Indian Mound Park is somewhere for the family to enjoy. There is plenty of room to play outside, and there are walking trails for those who like to enjoy the scenery. Read Less
Poor city of PB customer service 0.5 rating By hlloyd12 ( Jul 01, 2014) Just bought a home and moved in. Called CPB after unsuccessfully attempting to find the 1/2 mile boardwalk, for dog walking, via google. The lady answering the call, must have been having a bad day or dislikes her job; her response, "I have no idea, maybe in Ft. Laud., or Holly ...Read More wood; google it or call COC. After that rude response, my response, "you have a great afternoon and thanks for lack of help)" (no customer service) and disconnected the call. I surely wish I had ask her name as I would be sharing that information.

I called again, Susan answer this time and only tried to cover up for her rude co-worker; fell short of an apology.

Two thoughts/questions:

Does PB have no standards for employee customer service!? Would customer be in the job description of all employees!?

One would think that an employee working for the city would have knowledge of their boardwalk!?? Am I the only resident looking for that?

Oh well, guess that was my "rude welcome" to PB! Read Less
Please Let A Hurricane Take Pompano Beach, FL 0.5 rating By thomasray ( Jan 11, 2012) to sum up pompano beach IT IS COMPLETELY DEAD A ROTTING CORPSE LEFT IN THE SUN WAAAAAAY TO LONG!!!!!

NO WORK, WHAT WORK THERE IS IS GIVEN TO NON ENGLISH SPEAKING PEOPLE.the new public's on alantic is case in point, the only people who speak english there are the foremen and th
...Read More at's just barely

Try to get a permit through the city of pompano,if you are a small business you will fail before you can get a permit through the numbskulls that work in the building dept.

Lets talk about the POLICE in pompano, Hitlers guys were nothing compared to BSO in pompano beach SHOOT FIRST AND DON'T BOTHER ASKING ANY QUESTIONS AFTER BECAUSE THE REVIEW BOARD WILL RULE THE SHOOTING JUSTIFIED!!!! Get pulled over for a minor traffic infraction,get ready for the SWAT TEAM to be called out,with hands on their guns.

Pompano Beach is the halfway house racket of the world!Whole streets are devoted to nothing but halfway houses,or sober houses as they are called.lets not even talk about jails/prisons: guys don't have to go far when they get out of jail in pompano, right down the street to the first available half way house. Who checks these places? For sure not the city/state too busy making money off jail,halfway houses,sober houses,homeless shelters.

Don't get me started on broward outreach center. Read Less
Romance is Alive in Pompano Beach, Florida 4.5 rating By Anonymous ( Jul 28, 2010) I've lived in Florida for almost twenty years and even though there are a lot of great places to see in this state, I always end up back in Pompano Beach. This little city has something for everyone and as far as vacation homes go, you can't find a nicer area to settle in. The be ...Read More aches and downtown are in the middle of a massive revitalization project so it promises to be even prettier in the near future. Because Pompano Beach is in south Florida, it takes almost no time to get to Fort Lauderdale (15 minutes driving) or to the Everglades National Parks (1 hour driving). The city is friendly and very laid-back with plenty of things for the locals and tourists to enjoy.

I like to wander the shops downtown and I always stop in at the Festival Flea Market Mall. It's a great place to shop for unexpected treasures, clothing and even furniture. The market is an indoor and air conditioned flea market with lots of vendors. The air conditioning is a must for the summers in Pompano Beach because the temperatures can get into the nineties with a lot of humidity. As hot as it gets, it's a really good thing that the beaches and surfing are so much fun. There are several water ski, wakeboard and scuba diving schools that are operated locally so you won't run out of things to do in the water. The water, by the way, is some of the prettiest in all of Florida. It's crystal clear and turquoise blue or bright green water with gentle waves depending on the season.

Another fun place to visit in Pompano Beach is the Calypso Cove Water Park. It's fun for the whole family with rides and flumes for children and adults. When you're done with the water park, it's nice to head back downtown for dinner. The shops and restaurants line the main street and in the fall and winter the weather is cool enough to really enjoy the stroll. Other than the heat in the summer, Pompano Beach is really a perfect city for a relaxing vacation or retirement life. Read Less

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      Pompano Beach, FL

      Pompano Beach is a community located in Southern Florida that is home to over 100,000 residents. The city is known for stunning white sand beaches that are filled with residents and tourists all throughout the year. Those who are looking to escape the stress and cares of large-city living will find that Pompano Beach offers a welcome reprieve. For those who are looking for the glitz and glamour, all you need to do is hop on the freeway and head south towards South Beach and the bright lights of Miami.

      Point Blank Enterprises is one of the city's largest employers. Another company that provides a lot of job opportunities for the city's residents is Alpine Engineered Products. Cypress Isles, Cypress Point, and Hillsboro Harbor are just a few of the neighborhoods that are good choices for people who are looking to rent or buy a home in Pompano Beach.

      Getting around the area by private car is not very difficult, although there are times when traffic can get backed up on I-95. The city offers a community shuttle that is an option for people who are looking to avoid driving their own vehicle. The system is affordable and reliable.

      Butterfly World is a unique attraction in Pompano Beach that hosts hundreds of butterflies in various stages of their lifecycle. If you have ever wondered how the butterfly transforms from the larvae phase into the beautiful creature that it becomes, then this is a must-see attraction. The Hillsboro Inlet Lighthouse has been helping mariners find their way at sea for over 100 years, and it is an area attraction that is very popular with photographers. The Isle of Capri Pompano Park is popular with adults who go to the area to gamble and watch the horse racing. The Car Museum Swap Shop offers an interesting shopping experience on a wide variety of items that you do not find in most conventional shopping centers.

      Home prices in Pompano Beach are affordable when compared with nearby Fort Lauderdale or the Miami area. The area also has a good selection of properties to choose from, especially for those who are looking to buy or rent their first home. Palmview Elementary School is one of the best in the city.

      Calypso, The Foundery, and The Rusty Hook Tavern are three restaurants in Pompano Beach that are very popular with the locals. They combine fresh ingredients with good service to offer diners a solid meal. Pompano Beach is a friendly community that is very welcoming to those who are new to the area. It is a good choice for those who are looking to enjoy the nice Florida weather without the hustle and bustle of Miami.

      F Amenities

      Are there many local amenities in Pompano Beach? Well, there are not many amenities close to this location.

      Parks

      Westside Park
      Apollo Park
      Carver Homes Park
      Kestler Field
      Pompano Park
      Fairview Park
      Norwood Pines Park
      Mc Nair Park

      Entertainment

      Blanche Ely House Museum
      Pompano Beach Amphitheatre
      Wynmoor Theater
      Diamond Strike
      AMC Pompano Beach 18
      Cypress Creek Stadium 16
      Egan Auditorium
      Findeiss Auditorium

      Food & Drink

      Miami Subs
      Atlantic Liquors
      Dunkin' Donuts
      Subway
      McDonald's
      KFC
      Broski Ciderworks
      Burger King

      A- Commute

      Is public transit available in Pompano Beach? Of all people who commute, 2.8% take public transportation in Pompano Beach.
      Drive to Work
      71%

      5% lower than the US average

      Take Public Transit
      3%

      2% lower than the US average

      Walk to Work
      2%

      1% lower than the US average

      B+ Health & Safety

      Is Pompano Beach a healthy and safe place to live? Yes, there are some hospitals, police and fire stations.

      Hospitals

      Helix Diagnostix

      Pharmacies

      CVS Pharmacy
      Walgreens
      CVS Pharmacy
      Walgreens
      CVS Pharmacy
      CVS Pharmacy

      Doctors

      John Knox Village Health Center of Pompano Beach
      DoctorDocs Medical Transcription Services