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Bradenton, FL
Bradenton · Manatee County · FL 34202
Updated June 20, 2026 · Would You Live There?
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Verdict
$550K
Median Price
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Walk Score
6.4/10
Schools
67 min
to Tampa, FL
Score Breakdown
CAffordability
63/100
BSafety
78/100
CSchools
64/100
B+Quietness
80/100
FCommute
35/100
FWalkability
0/100
WYLT Score53/100
Our Take
Bradenton has a high median home value and household income, but its walkability and transit scores are low, making it car-dependent. The neighborhood has a range of highly-rated schools, but also some lower-rated ones. While it's relatively safe and has low flood risk, the commute to Tampa can be lengthy.
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The Good
- ✓Highly-rated schools like Lakewood Ranch High School
- ✓Relatively low flood risk
- ✓High median household income
- ✓Range of outdoor activities
Real Talk
- !You'll likely need a car to get around
- !Some schools have lower ratings
- !Commute to Tampa can be over an hour
- !Limited public transportation options
- $High cost of living
- $Property insurance costs due to Florida's hurricane risk
- $Potential for traffic congestion
Best For
FamiliesRetireesRemote workersNature lovers
Risk Snapshot
Flood riskLow
Violent crimeLow
Property crimeModerate
Air qualityGood
Price volatilityModerate
Crime & Safety
Bradenton, FL
B
Safety grade
Safety score78 / 100
High riskVery safe
⚠️Violent Crime
Low1.6incidents / 1,000 residents / yr
0Natl avg (3.7)11+
57% safer than the national average
🔒Property Crime
Moderate19.8incidents / 1,000 residents / yr
0Natl avg (19.5)59+
2% higher than the national average
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