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Kissimmee, FL vs Lakewood Ranch, FL
Kissimmee, FL vs Lakewood Ranch, FL: What the data shows
Kissimmee, FL is in Kissimmee, FL while Lakewood Ranch, FL is in Lakewood Ranch, FL — both in the same state. On home prices, Kissimmee, FL is the more affordable option at $250,500 median — $299,800 less than Lakewood Ranch, FL's $550,300. WYLT rates Kissimmee, 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. Kissimmee, FL has Moderate violent crime and Moderate property crime. Lakewood Ranch, FL has Low violent crime and Low property crime. On environmental risk, Kissimmee, FL has Low flood risk and Lakewood Ranch, FL has Low flood risk.
Kissimmee, FL is the more walkable neighborhood. Kissimmee, FL scores 37/100 (mostly car-dependent) versus Lakewood Ranch, FL's N/A/100. For families weighing school quality, Lakewood Ranch, FL has the higher school rating — Kissimmee, FL rates 6.5/10 and Lakewood Ranch, FL rates 7.1/10.
| Category | Kissimmee, FL | Lakewood Ranch, FL |
|---|---|---|
| Housing | ||
| Verdict | Good for now | Think twice |
| Median Price | $251K ✓ Lower price | $550K |
| Median Rent | $1K ✓ Lower rent | $2K |
| Median Income | $43K | $114K ✓ Higher income |
| Price Volatility | Moderate | Moderate |
| Getting Around | ||
| Walk Score | 37/100 ✓ More walkable | Car-dependent |
| Transit Score | 33/100 ✓ Better transit | Minimal transit |
| Bike Score | 54/100 ✓ More bikeable | N/A |
| Commute | 32 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 | Moderate | Good ✓ Cleaner air |
| Community | ||
| Schools | 6.5/10 | 7.1/10 ✓ Better schools |
| Best for | Families on a budgetCommuters to OrlandoRetirees looking for affordable living | FamiliesRetireesSuburban dwellers |
Bottom line
Both neighborhoods have distinct trade-offs — review the data above to find your best fit.
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