St. Petersburg

St. Petersburg, Florida Overview

St. Petersburg scores 52.0/100 overall (C+), ranking #11 of 20 cities in Florida — below the state composite of 52.8. Affordability is the city’s relative strength at 68/100, while Outdoor Access lags at 28/100.

Income & Employment in St. Petersburg

The median household income in St. Petersburg is $71,743, in line with the statewide median of $71,516. The local unemployment rate of 3.2% is lower than the state’s 4.3%. Population grew 0.8% recently.

Safety in St. Petersburg

With a violent crime rate of 578.9 per 100,000, St. Petersburg exceeds the Florida average of 384. Safety is a factor prospective residents should weigh carefully. The property crime rate is 2687.6 per 100,000.

Cost of Living in St. Petersburg

St. Petersburg has a cost of living index of 103.4 (where 100 equals the national average), slightly above the national benchmark. The median home value is $331,500. Median monthly rent is $1,542.

Health & Wellness in St. Petersburg

The adult obesity rate in St. Petersburg is 32.7% (CDC PLACES). The diabetes prevalence rate is 12.2%. Residents report an average of 16.6 poor mental health days per month, above the typical range. Florida ranks #36 nationally for overall health.

Climate & Commute in St. Petersburg

The annual average temperature in St. Petersburg is 74.7°F. Summers average 83.9°F. Winters average 64.6°F. Annual precipitation is 34.2 inches. 15.7% of workers in St. Petersburg work from home, well above the national average.

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