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All About

Living in Alafaya, FL

The small city of Alafaya, Florida is home to approximately 87,000 residents. At an average age of just under 35, the city's population skews decidedly younger than most cities in Florida. The majority of Alafaya residents own their homes, and 38% of residents rent. Relatively high rent costs may be playing a role, as the average rent of $1,369 a month is substantially higher than the state average of $1,153.

If you're looking for a number of career options, Alafaya has a surplus. The five most common industries are retail, entertainment, healthcare, education, and scientific. Combined, these industries account for 30% of the city's labor force. Meanwhile, in terms of job function, many of the city's workers are in sales, making it the top field in the city. With an average annual income of almost $81K, Alafaya workers take home more than their peers elsewhere in Florida. The city's average income also compares favorably to the national average of $73,345. Alafaya has a relatively large concentration of residents older than 25 who have a Bachelor's, Master's, Professional, or Doctoral degree (26%) compared to the national average (21%).

With an average commute time of about 32 minutes, longer than most cities in the state, Alafaya residents have found that it takes some patience getting to work. Many residents (44%) commute to work by car, while public transit is not used widely. Relatively few commuters walk to work.

Who Lives Here

Alafaya Demographics

Education

High School

27%

Associate's

32%

Bachelor's

29%

Master's

10%

Doctorate

1%

Family Size

2 people

34%

3 people

27%

4 people

24%

5 people

10%

6+ people

5%

Household Income

0-50k

37%

50-100k

32%

100-150k

18%

150-200k

8%

200k+

5%

Age

0-10

12%

10-20

14%

20-45

42%

45-65

22%

65+

9%

Getting Around Alafaya

Alafaya Transportation

Commute Time

0-15 Mins

13%

15-30 Mins

34%

30-40 Mins

26%

40-60 Mins

22%

60+ Mins

6%

Top Scores: Grocery, Restaurant, Coffee

Things To Do In Alafaya

Top Score

Grocery Stores

1.5/5 stars based on undefined reviews

This supermarket score is far from superior.

  1. Few grocery stores per resident
  2. 100% fewer grocery stores than average
  3. 100% fewer grocery stores than areas of a similar size

Restaurants

1.5/5 stars based on undefined reviews

Better stock your pantry because the restaurant scene is paltry.

  1. Few restaurants per resident
  2. 99% fewer restaurants than average
  3. 95% fewer restaurants than areas of a similar size

Coffee

1.5/5 stars based on undefined reviews

Stock up on your home beans, because this place is out of brew.

  1. Few coffee shops per resident
  2. 100% fewer coffee shops than average
  3. 100% fewer coffee shops than areas of a similar size

Nightlife

1.5/5 stars based on undefined reviews

Disco is definitely dead around here.

  1. Few bars and clubs per resident
  2. 100% fewer bars and clubs than average
  3. 100% fewer bars and clubs than areas of a similar size

Parks

1.5/5 stars based on undefined reviews

Room for improvement. More parks please.

  1. Few parks per resident
  2. 100% fewer parks than average
  3. 100% fewer parks than areas of a similar size

Retail Shops

1.5/5 stars based on undefined reviews

This place is great for recovering shopaholics - a low retail score.

  1. Few shops per resident
  2. 100% fewer shops than average
  3. 100% fewer shops than areas of a similar size

Health and Fitness

1.5/5 stars based on undefined reviews

Do you even lift, bro? Alafaya is weak on fitness.

  1. Few gyms per resident
  2. 100% fewer gyms than average
  3. 100% fewer gyms than areas of a similar size

Pet Services

1.5/5 stars based on undefined reviews

We're not mutts about Alafaya.

  1. Few pet facilities per resident
  2. 100% fewer pet facilities than average
  3. 100% fewer pet facilities than areas of a similar size

Fine Arts

1.5/5 stars based on undefined reviews

An all around mediocre performance for art.

  1. Few fine art centers per resident
  2. 100% fewer fine art centers than average
  3. 100% fewer fine art centers than areas of a similar size

Medical Care

1.5/5 stars based on undefined reviews

The lack of medical care round here is a little hard to swallow

  1. Few medical facilities per resident
  2. 100% fewer medical facilities than average
  3. 100% fewer medical facilities than areas of a similar size

Gas Stations

1.5/5 stars based on undefined reviews

Fasten your seat belt, it's a long way to get gas.

  1. Few gas stations per resident
  2. 100% fewer gas stations than average
  3. 100% fewer gas stations than areas of a similar size

Alafaya Education

Schools

Top Schools in Alafaya

5/10

Riverdale Elementary School

Grades PK-5 • Public

4/10

Bonneville Elementary School

Grades PK-5 • Public

7/10

Carillon Elementary School

Grades PK-5 • Public

7/10

East Lake Elementary School

Grades PK-5 • Public

8/10

Evans Elementary School

Grades PK-5 • Public

8/10

Stenstrom Elementary School

Grades PK-5 • Public

Information provided by GreatSchools. To verify school enrollment eligibility, contact the school district directly.

All About

Living in Alafaya, FL

The small city of Alafaya, Florida is home to approximately 87,000 residents. At an average age of just under 35, the city's population skews decidedly younger than most cities in Florida. The majority of Alafaya residents own their homes, and 38% of residents rent. Relatively high rent costs may be playing a role, as the average rent of $1,369 a month is substantially higher than the state average of $1,153.

If you're looking for a number of career options, Alafaya has a surplus. The five most common industries are retail, entertainment, healthcare, education, and scientific. Combined, these industries account for 30% of the city's labor force. Meanwhile, in terms of job function, many of the city's workers are in sales, making it the top field in the city. With an average annual income of almost $81K, Alafaya workers take home more than their peers elsewhere in Florida. The city's average income also compares favorably to the national average of $73,345. Alafaya has a relatively large concentration of residents older than 25 who have a Bachelor's, Master's, Professional, or Doctoral degree (26%) compared to the national average (21%).

With an average commute time of about 32 minutes, longer than most cities in the state, Alafaya residents have found that it takes some patience getting to work. Many residents (44%) commute to work by car, while public transit is not used widely. Relatively few commuters walk to work.