Living in South Sarasota, Florida
Cost of living, income, home prices, rent and demographics of South Sarasota · Census data 2020–2024
South Sarasota has 4,837 residents with a median age of 56.7. The median household income is $92,933 (25% higher than the Florida median), the median home value is $780,200, the median rent is $1,693/month.
South Sarasota at a glance
- Population
- 4,837
- Median age
- 56.7State: 42.6
- Median household income
- $92,933State: $74,568
- Median home value
- $780,200State: $359,000
- Median rent
- $1,693/moState: $1,669
- Homeowners
- 76.4%
- Bachelor's degree or higher
- 52.2%
- Average commute
- 20 min
Is South Sarasota a good place to live?
Pros: Median household income 25% higher than the Florida median; an average commute of 20 minutes; a poverty rate of 9.5%.
Cons: Home values 117% higher than the state median; unemployment of 5.8%.
The weather is best in February–March and November–December.
Cost of living in South Sarasota
Housing is the biggest part of the cost of living. In South Sarasota the median home value is $780,200, 135% higher than the U.S. median. Renters pay a median of $1,693 per month, which is 36% of household income. Homeowners with a mortgage pay $2,856 a month in housing costs.
South Sarasota median household income
The median household income in South Sarasota is $92,933 and the income per person is $86,613. 9.5% of residents live below the poverty line (Florida: 12.6%).
Housing in South Sarasota: homes for sale and rent
- Housing units
- 2,590
- Owner-occupied
- 76.4%
- Renter-occupied
- 23.6%
- Vacant
- 16.6%Includes seasonal homes
- Median year built
- 1978
- Average household size
- 2.22
South Sarasota demographics
- Population
- 4,837
- Median age
- 56.7
- Under 18
- 17.6%
- 65 and older
- 37.3%
- Households
- 2,159
- Foreign-born
- 13.7%
- Veterans
- 8.1%Adults 18+
Hispanic or Latino can be of any race. Population history of South Sarasota ›
Education in South Sarasota
52.2% of adults 25 and older in South Sarasota have a bachelor's degree or higher (Florida: 34.1%), and 22.7% have a graduate or professional degree.
Jobs and commute in South Sarasota
- Unemployment rate
- 5.8%State: 4.8%
- Average commute
- 20 minState: 28 min
- Work from home
- 23.8%
- Drive alone
- 67.3%
- Public transit
- 0%
- Walk to work
- 0%
- Homes with broadband
- 94.5%
South Sarasota vs nearby towns
| Town | Population | Median income | Home value | Rent |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| South Sarasota | 4,837 | $92,933 | $780,200 | $1,693 |
| Siesta Key | 5,525 | $115,854 | $985,800 | $3,501 |
| Ridge Wood Heights | 5,366 | $69,894 | $370,700 | $1,587 |
| Southgate | 5,772 | $80,133 | $422,000 | $1,671 |
| South Gate Ridge | 5,310 | $70,469 | $444,800 | $1,612 |
| Gulf Gate | 7,998 | $61,379 | $357,500 | $1,768 |
| Pinecraft | 305 | $36,160 | $354,000 | $640 |
| Sarasota | 56,970 | $72,105 | $463,000 | $1,684 |
| Bee Ridge | 10,334 | $75,906 | $412,400 | $2,118 |
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What is the median household income in South Sarasota, FL?
The median household income in South Sarasota is $92,933, 25% higher than the Florida median of $74,568 (U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey 5-year estimates 2020–2024).
What is the average home price in South Sarasota?
The median home value in South Sarasota is $780,200, compared with $359,000 in Florida.
How much is rent in South Sarasota?
The median gross rent in South Sarasota is $1,693 per month, about 36% of household income.
Is South Sarasota, FL a good place to live?
Pluses: median household income 25% higher than the Florida median; an average commute of 20 minutes; a poverty rate of 9.5%. Minuses: home values 117% higher than the state median; unemployment of 5.8%.
What is the median age in South Sarasota?
The median age in South Sarasota is 56.7 years (Florida: 42.6).
How long is the commute in South Sarasota?
The average commute to work in South Sarasota is 20 minutes; 23.8% of workers work from home.
What is the unemployment rate in South Sarasota?
The unemployment rate in South Sarasota is 5.8% (U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey 5-year estimates 2020–2024).
How educated is South Sarasota?
52.2% of adults in South Sarasota have a bachelor's degree or higher.
Source: U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey 5-year estimates 2020–2024 (margins of error apply, especially in small towns). Figures are in 2024 dollars.
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