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 (6) F
Raw Press Juice Co.
Coffee Shop
Palate Coffee Brewery
Coffee Shop
The Collective Tea & Coffee Co.
Coffee Shop
Mahogany Coffee
Coffee Shop
Caffè Di Riverwalk
Coffee Shop
Bobcakes Cafe
Coffee Shop
Root's Raw Juice Bar
Coffee Shop
Keke's
Coffee Shop
Starbucks
Coffee Shop
Entertainment (11) F
Goldsboro Museum
Museum
Airport Lanes
Bowling Alley
Manikin's Lounge & Live Venue
Nightclub
Performing Arts Center Annex
Theatre Arts
Studio @ Theater West End
Theatre Arts
Ritz Theater & Wayne Densch Performing Arts Center
Theatre Arts
Theater West End
Theatre Arts
Lochwood Academy for the Performing Arts
Theatre Arts
City of Sanford Henry Shelton Museum
Museum
ZOOm Air Orlando
Attraction
Central Florida Zoo & Botanical Garden
Zoo
Seminole County Historical Headquarters and Museum
Museum
Lake Mary Historical Museum
Museum
Food and Drink (46) F
Dairy Queen
Fast Food
Burger King
Fast Food
Throwbacks Arcade Bar and Pizza
Bar
El Zocalo Bar & Lounge
Bar
Suffering Bastard Tiki Bar
Bar
119 French Bar & Bites
Bar
Tuffy's Bottle Shop & Lounge
Bar
McDonald's
Fast Food
Palate Bubs & Ice Cream
Sweets
The Alley
Bar
The Wet Spot
Bar
Hollerbach's Magnolia Square Market
Deli
West End Trading Company
Bar
Celery City Craft Beer Garden
Bar
The Greenery Creamery Sanford
Sweets
Celery City Cigars
Bar
The Capital Room
Bar
The Sullivan-A Public House
Bar
The Basin
Bar
The Imperial at Washburn Imports
Bar
Wondermade
Sweets
1st Street Lounge
Bar
Subway
Fast Food
Port Paradise
Bar
Wendy's
Fast Food
Fitness (8) F
Moose Lodge
Community Centre
Sanford Mindfulness Center
Gym
The Park at Ravello Fitness Center
Gym
CrossFit
Gym
Dinamo Browns Gymnastics Center
Gym
CrossFit eXalted
Gym
Body by Roni Fitness
Gym
The Jungle MMA & Fitness
Gym
The Lake Mary Event Center
Community Centre
TFW Lake Mary
Gym
Seminole County Employee Wellness Center
Gym
Guruv Yoga
Gym
Grind Fitness Orlando
Gym
BeFIT Health Studio
Gym
Groceries (7) F
Save-A-Lot
Grocery Store
Jaly Fresh Market
Grocery Store
Simply Homemade 1913
Bakery
Walmart Neighborhood Market
Grocery Store
Walmart Supercenter
Grocery Store
ALDI
Grocery Store
Walmart Supercenter
Grocery Store
ALDI
Grocery Store
The Olive Pantry
Grocery Store
Croissant Gourmet
Bakery
Publix
Grocery Store
Parks (68) A+
Pinehurst Park
Park
McKibbin Park
Park
French Ave Park
Park
Druid Park
Park
Red Barber Park
Park
Hovnanian Park
Park
Kiwanis Park
Park
Coastline Park
Park
Bay Ave Park
Park
Pinecrest Park
Park
Park on Park
Park
Woodmere Park
Park
Speer Grove Park
Park
George Touhy Park
Park
Academy Manor Park
Park
Magnolia Ave Park
Park
James Dunn Park
Park
Bell Air 2 Rose Way Park
Park
Centennial Park
Park
Bell Air 1 Rose Way Park
Park
Wynnwood Park
Park
George Starke Park
Park
Sanford Community Park
Park
Orange Ave Park
Park
Mellonville Annex Park
Park
Shops (71) F
Ace Hardware
Home Improvement
Bravo
Convenience Store
Wawa
Convenience Store
Pet Rescue by Judy
Pets
7-Eleven
Convenience Store
The Backroom Salon
Hairdresser
A Nu U Creations
Hairdresser
Claire's Hat Boutique
Clothing
Triple Goddess Treasures
Clothing
Chevron
Convenience Store
The Healthy Buddah 3
Nutrition Supplements
Thoughtful Matters Boutique
Gift Shop
Bicikleta Bike Shop
Bicycle
Peggy's Hair Boutique
Hairdresser
Park & 2nd Antiques
Furniture
Interiors by Lawrance David
Interior Decoration
Nails by Arisha LLC
Beauty
7-Eleven
Convenience Store
LA Chic' Stylz
Hairdresser
VMZ Beauty Studio
Hairdresser
Traditions Barber Shop
Hairdresser
Sunshine State Threads
Clothing
First Impressions Barbershop
Hairdresser
Hollerbach's Outfitters
Clothing
Colonial Room Country Store
Discount Store
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commute F

Of all people who commute, 2.2% take public transportation in Sanford.
Public Transit Stops (21)
Stops & Stations F
Sanford Trolley
Bus Stop
Sanford Trolley
Bus Stop
Sanford Trolley
Bus Stop
1st Street & Park Avenue
Bus Stop
Downtown Sanford Free Trolley
Bus Stop
Sanford Trolley
Bus Stop
Sanford (Auto Train)
Transit Station
1st Street & Palmetto Avenue
Bus Stop
1st Street & Palmetto Avenue
Bus Stop
Sanford Trolley
Bus Stop
1st Street & Cypress Avenue
Bus Stop
East 1st Street & Cypress Avenue
Bus Stop
Sanford Trolley
Bus Stop
East 1st Street & Chapman Avenue
Bus Stop
Sanford Trolley
Bus Stop
East 1st Street & San Carlos Avenue
Bus Stop
East 1st Street & San Carlos Avenue
Bus Stop
Sanford Trolley
Bus Stop
Sanford SunRail
Bus Stop
Sanford SunRail
Bus Stop
Sanford Trolley
Bus Stop
Sanford SunRail
Bus Stop
Sanford
Transit Station
Lake Mary
Transit Station
Workers Taking Public Transit
2.2% F
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cost of living A+

The cost of living in Sanford is 99/100 - which is 2% higher than Florida.
Cost of Living
Goods & Services, Housing, etc. B
Tax Rates
Income & Sales Tax A+
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crime F

Sanford crime rates are 3,544 per 100k, which is 94% higher than Florida
Property Crime
2,965 crimes per 100k F
Violent Crime
579 crimes per 100k F
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employment C-

The median income in Sanford is $52,664 - which is 8% higher than Florida.
Med. Household Income
$52,664 D-
Unemployment Rate
3.9% C-
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health A+

There are not many hospitals, police and fire stations,
Health & Safety (15)
Dentist, Doctor, Hospital, etc. B+
Walgreens
Pharmacy
Sanford Fire Department Station 1
Fire Station
Sanford Police Department
Police
Sanford Fire Department Station 2
Fire Station
Fresenius Kidney Care
Clinic
Central Florida Regional Hospital
Hospital
CVS Pharmacy
Pharmacy
Walgreens
Pharmacy
Sanford Fire Department Station 3
Fire Station
Midway Fire Department Station 41
Fire Station
Orlando Sanford International Airport Fire Department
Fire Station
Lake Mary Police Department
Police
Lake Mary Fire Department Station 33
Fire Station
Five Points Fire Department Station 35
Fire Station
Lake Mary Kids Urgent Care
Clinic
Florida Hospital Health Care
Clinic
Rega Mental Health Center
Clinic
CareSpot Urgent Care
Clinic
Air Quality
Median Air Quality A+
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housing A+

Sanford home prices are $176,600 - which is 6% higher than Florida
Home Price
$176,600 B-
Home Appreciation Rate
40% A+
Home Affordability
3.4x (home price to income ratio) B
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schools B-

The Sanford graduation rate is 83% - which is equal to Florida
School Test Scores
58% D+
High School Grad. Rates
83% C-
Elementary Schools (25) B-
Riverwalk Christian Academy
Sanford Middle School
Goldsboro Elementary Magnet
Liberty Christian School
Pine Crest Elementary School
Millennium Middle School
All Souls Catholic School
Hidden Treasure Preschool Christian Academy
Journeys Academy
City Church Academy
Wicklow Elementary School
Scps Consequence Unit
Hamilton Elementary School
Idyllwilde Elementary School
Seminole Virtual Instruction (Course Offerings)
John Polk Alternative School
Contracted Services
Seminole County Detention Center
Seminole Virtual Instruction Program (Svip)
Midway Elementary School
Lake Mary Preparatory School
Bentley Elementary School
Galileo School For Gifted Learning
Lake Mary Elementary School
High Schools (11) F
Liberty Christian School
Seminole High School
Hidden Treasure Preschool Christian Academy
Crooms Academy Of Information Technology
Journeys Academy
Scps Consequence Unit
Seminole Virtual Instruction (Course Offerings)
John Polk Alternative School
Seminole County Detention Center
Seminole Virtual Instruction Program (Svip)
Lake Mary Preparatory School
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ratings B

Sanford has an overall rating of 72% from 8 reviews.
User Reviews (1)
From AreaVibes B-
User Surveys (7)
From AreaVibes A-
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Sanford, FL: Too Many Choices 3.5 rating By Anonymous ( Mar 10, 2015) After moving to Sanford, FL about 10 years ago, I wasn't sure how it would accommodate my busy lifestyle. Sanford is a port city, and I happened to find a home that is right along the shore, so I hear a lot of the boats during the day. This is something that is bothersome, but th ...Read More ere are some things that I like about living in the city. Those who are considering a move to the area should avoid getting a home right near the water. There is a charming district that has large houses, but I have noticed that most of the housing in the city is apartments.

Sanford is trying to build up its name, and its trying to manifest itself into a blossoming city that has businesses and restaurants. While this is a good choice to make, the city really isn't big enough to have all of the businesses that it wants. One of my favorite things to do is go to 1 Scuba and Snorkeling. This is a relaxing activity that I try to do as much as possible. There are guided tours as well as individual sessions that you can purchase. I love being in the water with all of the animals as they swim along with you.

When I want to go out at night, one of the only places that I have seen is The Alley. It's as close to a nightclub as I have found. The music is a little on the blues side, but the food and drinks are amazing. It is dark inside, but the atmosphere makes up for the dim setting. There are a lot of things to do in Sanford, but many of them are activities that require you to spend a few hours in order to have any kind of experience at all. Read Less
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      F Amenities

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

      Parks

      Pinehurst Park
      McKibbin Park
      French Ave Park
      Druid Park
      Red Barber Park
      Hovnanian Park
      Kiwanis Park
      Coastline Park

      Entertainment

      Goldsboro Museum
      Airport Lanes
      Manikin's Lounge & Live Venue
      Performing Arts Center Annex
      Studio @ Theater West End
      Ritz Theater & Wayne Densch Performing Arts Center
      Theater West End
      Lochwood Academy for the Performing Arts

      Food & Drink

      Dairy Queen
      Burger King
      Throwbacks Arcade Bar and Pizza
      El Zocalo Bar & Lounge
      Suffering Bastard Tiki Bar
      119 French Bar & Bites
      Tuffy's Bottle Shop & Lounge
      McDonald's

      A- Commute

      Is public transit available in Sanford? Of all people who commute, 2.2% take public transportation in Sanford.
      Drive to Work
      81%

      4% higher than the US average

      Take Public Transit
      2%

      3% lower than the US average

      Walk to Work
      1%

      2% lower than the US average

      A+ Cost of Living

      What is the cost of living in Sanford? The cost of living in Sanford is 99/100 - which is 2% higher than Florida.
      Sanford
      99

      1% less expensive than average

      Florida
      98

      2% less expensive than average

      United States
      100

      National cost of living index

      F Crime

      What is the crime rate in Sanford? Sanford crime rates are 3,544, which are 94% higher than Florida
      Total Crime
      3,544 per 100k people

      53% higher than the US average

      Chance of being a victim
      1 in 29

      53% higher than the US average

      Year-over-year crime
      16%

      Year over year crime is up

      C- Employment

      What is the median income in Sanford? The median income in Sanford is $52,664 which is 8% higher than Florida.
      Median household income
      $52,6645% lower than the US average
      Income per capita
      $26,01413% lower than the US average
      Unemployment rate
      4%

      16% lower than the US average

      B+ Health & Safety

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

      Hospitals

      Central Florida Regional Hospital

      Pharmacies

      Walgreens
      CVS Pharmacy
      Walgreens

      Doctors

      A+ Housing

      What are Sanford home prices? Sanford home prices are $176,600 - which is 6% higher than Florida
      Median home value
      $176,6004% lower than the US average
      Median rent price
      $1,17123% higher than the US average
      Home Ownership
      51%

      20% lower than the US average

      B- Schools

      Does Sanford have good schools? The Sanford graduation rate is 83% - which is equal to Florida
      High school grad. rates
      83%

      equal to the US average

      School test scores
      58%

      20% higher than the US average

      Student teacher ratio
      13:1

      20% lower than the US average

      B User Ratings

      Is Sanford a good place to live? Sanford has an overall rating of 72% from 8 reviews.
      Overall user rating
      72%

      8 total ratings

      User reviews rating
      70%

      1 total reviews

      User surveys rating
      78%

      7 total surveys

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