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Crystal River, FL vs Lakewood Ranch, FL
Crystal River, FL vs Lakewood Ranch, FL: What the data shows
Crystal River, FL is in Crystal River, FL while Lakewood Ranch, FL is in Lakewood Ranch, FL — both in the same state. On home prices, Crystal River, FL is the more affordable option at $240,000 median — $310,300 less than Lakewood Ranch, FL's $550,300. WYLT rates Crystal River, 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. Crystal River, FL has Low violent crime and Moderate property crime. Lakewood Ranch, FL has Low violent crime and Low property crime. On environmental risk, Crystal River, FL has High flood risk and Lakewood Ranch, FL has Low flood risk.
For families weighing school quality, Lakewood Ranch, FL has the higher school rating — Crystal River, FL rates 6.2/10 and Lakewood Ranch, FL rates 7.1/10.
| Category | Crystal River, FL | Lakewood Ranch, FL |
|---|---|---|
| Housing | ||
| Verdict | Good for now | Think twice |
| Median Price | $240K ✓ Lower price | $550K |
| Median Rent | $1K ✓ Lower rent | $2K |
| Median Income | $52K | $114K ✓ Higher income |
| Price Volatility | Moderate | Moderate |
| Getting Around | ||
| Walk Score | Car-dependent | Car-dependent |
| Transit Score | 2/100 ✓ Better transit | Minimal transit |
| Bike Score | 1/100 ✓ More bikeable | N/A |
| Commute | 94 min | 67 min ✓ Shorter commute |
| Safety & Environment | ||
| Safety Grade | B | A ✓ Safer |
| Violent Crime | Low | Low |
| Property Crime | Moderate | Low ✓ Lower risk |
| Flood Risk | High | Low ✓ Lower risk |
| Air Quality | Good | Good |
| Community | ||
| Schools | 6.2/10 | 7.1/10 ✓ Better schools |
| Best for | Nature loversRetirees seeking a quiet settingFamilies wanting a low‑cost, low‑crime area | FamiliesRetireesSuburban dwellers |
Bottom line
Both neighborhoods have distinct trade-offs — review the data above to find your best fit.
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