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Clearwater, FL vs Lakewood Ranch, FL
Clearwater, FL vs Lakewood Ranch, FL: What the data shows
Clearwater, FL is in Clearwater, FL while Lakewood Ranch, FL is in Lakewood Ranch, FL — both in the same state. On home prices, Clearwater, FL is the more affordable option at $262,800 median — $287,500 less than Lakewood Ranch, FL's $550,300. WYLT rates Clearwater, FL as “Good for now” — a solid choice worth serious consideration — and Lakewood Ranch, FL as “Think twice” — a neighborhood that warrants careful research before committing.
Lakewood Ranch, FL has the stronger safety profile of the two. Clearwater, FL has Moderate violent crime and Moderate property crime. Lakewood Ranch, FL has Low violent crime and Low property crime. On environmental risk, Clearwater, FL has Low flood risk and Lakewood Ranch, FL has Low flood risk.
Clearwater, FL is the more walkable neighborhood. Clearwater, FL scores 5/100 (car-dependent) versus Lakewood Ranch, FL's N/A/100. For families weighing school quality, Clearwater, FL has the higher school rating — Clearwater, FL rates 8.6/10 and Lakewood Ranch, FL rates 7.1/10.
| Category | Clearwater, FL | Lakewood Ranch, FL |
|---|---|---|
| Housing | ||
| Verdict | Good for now | Think twice |
| Median Price | $263K ✓ Lower price | $550K |
| Median Rent | $1K ✓ Lower rent | $2K |
| Median Income | $51K | $114K ✓ Higher income |
| Price Volatility | Moderate | Moderate |
| Getting Around | ||
| Walk Score | 5/100 ✓ More walkable | Car-dependent |
| Transit Score | 42/100 ✓ Better transit | Minimal transit |
| Bike Score | N/A | N/A ✓ More bikeable |
| Commute | 37 min ✓ Shorter commute | 67 min |
| Safety & Environment | ||
| Safety Grade | D+ | A ✓ Safer |
| Violent Crime | Moderate | Low ✓ Lower risk |
| Property Crime | Moderate | Low ✓ Lower risk |
| Flood Risk | Low | Low |
| Air Quality | Good | Good |
| Community | ||
| Schools | 8.6/10 ✓ Better schools | 7.1/10 |
| Best for | Young professionalsTampa commutersFamilies looking for good schools | FamiliesRetireesSuburban dwellers |
Bottom line
Both neighborhoods have distinct trade-offs — review the data above to find your best fit.
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