Livability Score

85
/100
i The AreaVibes Livability Score evaluates 9 different categories and creates an overall score out of 100. The higher the score, the better the area.

amenities A+

There are lots of amenities close to this location.
Coffee (7) F
Moreno Bakery
Coffee Shop
Starbucks
Coffee Shop
Starbucks
Coffee Shop
Starbucks
Coffee Shop
Zimo
Coffee Shop
One Zo
Coffee Shop
Starbucks
Coffee Shop
Naga Tea
Coffee Shop
The Silo Eatery
Coffee Shop
Entertainment (3) F
Oakfield Lanes
Bowling Alley
AMC The Regency 20
Cinema
iFly Tampa
Attraction
Food and Drink (77) A+
The Rack
Bar
KFC
Fast Food
Long John Silver's
Fast Food
Dunkin'
Fast Food
Popeyes
Fast Food
Taco Bell
Fast Food
Boston Market
Fast Food
Steak 'n Shake
Fast Food
Jimmy John's
Fast Food
Einstein Bros. Bagels
Fast Food
Dairy Queen
Fast Food
The Sweet Tooth Cakery
Sweets
McDonald's
Fast Food
Hungry Howie's
Fast Food
Wendy's
Fast Food
Burger King
Fast Food
Portillo's
Fast Food
Dunkin'
Fast Food
Subway
Fast Food
Firehouse Subs
Fast Food
Fox & Hounds British Pub
Bar
Tropical Smoothie Cafe
Fast Food
Yogurtology
Sweets
Smoothie King
Fast Food
Cold Stone Creamery
Sweets
Fitness (10) F
Anytime Fitness
Gym
Fitness for $10
Gym
Powerhouse Gym
Gym
Eporta
Gym
LA Fitness
Gym
Youfit Health Club
Gym
LA Fitness
Gym
Planet Fitness
Gym
LA Fitness
Gym
Pure Barre
Gym
Groceries (20) A+
Publix
Grocery Store
Socratic Solutions Kratom
Health Food
Bravo
Grocery Store
ALDI
Grocery Store
ALDI
Grocery Store
Gordon Food Service
Grocery Store
Walmart Supercenter
Grocery Store
Publix
Grocery Store
Publix
Grocery Store
Walmart Neighborhood Market
Grocery Store
Publix
Grocery Store
Publix Bakery
Bakery
Walmart Supercenter
Grocery Store
Heavenly Sweets Pastries LLC
Bakery
MD Oriental Market
Grocery Store
Publix
Grocery Store
Winn-Dixie
Grocery Store
Winn-Dixie Bakery
Bakery
Publix
Grocery Store
Long Home Products
Grocery Store
Publix
Grocery Store
Walmart Neighborhood Market
Grocery Store
Winn-Dixie
Grocery Store
Save-A-Lot
Grocery Store
Sweetbay
Grocery Store
Parks (64) A+
Brandon Parkway Trail
Park
Brandon Parkway Trail
Park
Davis Park
Park
Brandon Parkway Trail
Park
Brandon Parkway Trail
Park
Brandon Park
Park
Brandon Parkway Trail
Park
Heather Lakes Park
Park
Brandon Hills Community Pool
Park
Limona Park
Park
Providence Lakes Park
Park
Saladino Park
Park
Baylife Park
Park
Lakewood Park
Park
Hunters Lake Dog Park
Park
North Brandon Sports Complex
Park
J. C. Handly Sports Complex
Park
Hunters Lake Park
Park
Front Street Park
Park
Lakeview Park
Park
Emerald Oaks Park
Park
Emerald Oaks Park
Park
B.A.M. International Playground
Playground
Providence West Park
Park
Providence West Park Playground
Playground
Shops (141) A+
Burlington
Department Store
PetSmart
Pets
Verizon
Electronics
Metro by T-Mobile
Electronics
Cricket Wireless
Electronics
7-Eleven
Convenience Store
Rent King
Furniture
A. Anderson Hair & Associates
Hairdresser
All Pro Barbers
Hairdresser
Clayton Mall
Mall
Dollar General
Discount Store
Brandon Center
Mall
Wawa
Convenience Store
HSN Outlet
Department Store
North Parsons Plaza
Mall
Rooms To Go
Furniture
Kangaroo Express
Convenience Store
Circle K
Convenience Store
Havertys
Furniture
Red Wing
Shoes
RaceTrac
Convenience Store
Sprint
Electronics
Batteries Plus Bulbs
Electronics
7-Eleven
Convenience Store
Supercuts
Hairdresser
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commute A

Of all people who commute, 0.4% take public transportation in Brandon.
Public Transit Stops (156)
Stops & Stations
A+
S.R. 60 @ Lakeside Drive
Bus Stop
Oakfield Dr @ Bob Dykes Dr
Bus Stop
Oakfield Dr @ Sunlake Apts
Bus Stop
Brandon Boulevard @ Caldwell Drive
Bus Stop
Brandon Boulevard @ Lakeside Drive
Bus Stop
S.R. 60 @ Buckingham Place
Bus Stop
Brandon Boulevard @ Clock Tower Drive
Bus Stop
Oakfield Dr @ Pauls Dr
Bus Stop
S.R. 60 @ Pauls Drive
Bus Stop
Oakfield Dr @ Buckingham Place
Bus Stop
Oakfield Dr @ Pauls Dr
Bus Stop
Oakfield Dr @ Buckingham Place
Bus Stop
Brandon Boulevard @ Limona Road
Bus Stop
S.R. 60 @ Limona Road
Bus Stop
Brandon Boulevard @ Kings Avenue Fs
Bus Stop
Oakfield Drive @ Lifestyles Fitness
Bus Stop
Brandon Boulevard @ Hilltop Road
Bus Stop
Oakfield Drive @ Hilltop Road
Bus Stop
Oakfield Drive @ Hilltop Road
Bus Stop
S.R. 60 @ Kings Avenue
Bus Stop
S.R. 60 @ Hilltop Road
Bus Stop
Oakfield Drive @ Noland Street
Bus Stop
Brandon Boulevard @ Knights Avenue
Bus Stop
Oakfield Drive @ Noland Drive
Bus Stop
S.R. 60 @ Knights Avenue
Bus Stop
Workers Taking Public Transit
0.4%
F
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cost of living A

The cost of living in Brandon is 104/100 - which is 6% higher than Florida.
Cost of Living
Goods & Services, Housing, etc.
C
Tax Rates
Income & Sales Tax
A+
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crime C+

Brandon crime rates are 2,169 per 100k, which is 19% higher than Florida
Property Crime
1,861 crimes per 100k
C-
Violent Crime
308 crimes per 100k
C+
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employment B-

The median income in Brandon is $62,953 - which is 29% higher than Florida.
Med. Household Income
$62,953
C-
Unemployment Rate
3.2%
B-
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health A+

There are many hospitals, police and fire stations.
Health & Safety (40)
Dentist, Doctor, Hospital, etc.
A+
Florida Sleep Disorder Clinic
Doctor
Central Brandon Fire Station #45
Fire Station
Pulmonary Associates of Brandon
Doctor
CVS Pharmacy
Pharmacy
Brandon Medical Building
Doctor
Eichenfeld Oaks Medical Center
Doctor
Florida Eye Specialists & Cataract Institute
Doctor
HCA Florida - Brandon Hospital
Hospital
DaVita Dialysis
Clinic
Florida Hospital freestanding emergency Hospital
Hospital
Coast Dental1
Dentist
Florida Medical Clinic
Clinic
CVS Pharmacy
Pharmacy
Walgreens
Pharmacy
Brandon Fire Department Station 11
Fire Station
Great Expressions Dental
Dentist
dentista
Dentist
Walmart Pharmacy
Pharmacy
CVS Pharmacy
Pharmacy
Publix
Pharmacy
Publix
Pharmacy
Aspen Dental
Dentist
TGH Brandon Healthplex
Hospital
Falkenburg Fire Department
Fire Station
Eastshore Dental Care
Dentist
Air Quality
Median Air Quality
B-
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housing A+

Brandon home prices are $207,100 - which is 24% higher than Florida
Home Price
$207,100
B+
Home Appreciation Rate
25%
A+
Home Affordability
3.3x (home price to income ratio)
B
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schools C+

The Brandon graduation rate is 87% - which is 5% higher than Florida
School Test Scores
49%
F
High School Grad. Rates
87%
B-
Elementary Schools (18) B-
Lighthouse Center For Creative Learning
Brandon Adult/Community Center
New Hope Early Learning
Mclane Middle School
First Baptist Brandon Christian Academy
Limona Elementary School
Yates Elementary School
Mintz Elementary School
Mann Middle School
Schmidt Elementary School
Brooker Elementary School
Bell Shoals Baptist Academy
Burns Middle School
Immanuel Lutheran School
Seffner Elementary School
Pivot Charter School
Kingswood Elementary School
Providence Christian School
Falkenburg Road Jail
First Discoveries Academy
Mango Elementary School
Symmes Elementary School
Harvest Time Christian School
Winthrop Charter High School
Tampa Residential Facility
High Schools (1) F
Brandon High School
Pivot Charter School
Providence Christian School
Falkenburg Road Jail
Tampa Residential Facility
Columbus Residential Juvenile Facility
Lake Academy
Hillsborough Girls Academy
Impact Academy School
Bloomingdale High School
Interactive Education Academy
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ratings D+

Brandon has an overall rating of 59% from 14 reviews.
User Reviews (2)
From AreaVibes
D-
User Surveys (12)
From AreaVibes
A-
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urban sprawled mess 0.5 rating By luisc ( Mar 14, 2017) The growth in Riverview, Brandon and Valrico Florida is unsustainable for the existing infrastructure. The last 5 years has brought an extreme rise in insurances and rent costs. The urban sprawl has contributed to dangerous roadways and increased crime. You got to be crazy to mov ...Read More e here. Read Less
Brandon, FL - A Great Place To Live 4.5 rating By Anonymous ( Jul 28, 2010) My family lived in Brandon, Florida for about five years. I truly enjoyed living there. There was so much to do and so many attractions to see in Brandon and in the surrounding areas. Brandon has the beach and a lot of great nearby attractions. If you are someone who likes to sho ...Read More p and love to find great bargains, you should check out Brandon Town Center. People come from all over just to experience shopping at the town center.

I used to really enjoy attending the Brandon Hot Balloon Festival. People from all over the United States gather at the festival and you are able to check out all of the really cool looking high air balloons. The really cool thing about the city of Brandon, Florida is that Tampa is just minutes away, this is pretty cool because if you just want to experience a good time in a city that is not really as big as some other well-known cities in Florida, then Brandon is the place to be. If you want to experience that big city living, then you can head on over to Tampa. The people of Brandon are very friendly, so don't be afraid to speak to strangers, they are always very accommodating. Read Less
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      Brandon, FL

      Brandon is technically an unincorporated city in Florida. It is part of the greater Tampa, St. Petersburg and Clearwater metropolitan area. It is part of Hillsborough County and has a population of around 80,000 people. Brandon does not have beaches like its neighboring cities, but it does still have plenty of activities to keep you and your family engaged. It is close to the west coast to allow for short commutes to the Gulf of Mexico year-round.

      There are both affluent neighborhoods and more family-friendly neighborhoods throughout Brandon. More affluent living is found on streets such as Bell Shoals Road, Grand Isle Drive and Provide Run Boulevard. Family-friendly homes are found among Lakewood Drive, East Brandon Boulevard and West Bloomington Avenue. Many neighborhoods offer enhanced security to keep you and your loved ones safe a swell such as the neighborhood found along the Town Center.

      Brandon offers a significantly lower cost of housing than the rest of Florida and the rest of the nation. The average price of a home in the city is only around $120,000. The average price of rent including amenities is about $750 a month. There are so many ways to save money in this beautiful town.

      Brandon also hosts a significantly lower cost of living on other bills as well. Utilities are significantly lower on average than those in the rest of the country and Florida as well. Groceries are slightly more expensive, however. Transportation costs are also slightly more expensive due to the location that Brandon is in, with it being in close proximity to some of the major cities in Florida.

      The Hillsborough Area Regional Transit offers public bus routes that assist locals in getting around Brandon and in commuting. The bus routes are able to service both the specific city and the other cities among Hillsborough County. The buses that travel to other areas are express buses. There is also an airport which is under 30 minutes away called the Tampa International Airport.

      Brandon's most popular sport is professional wrestling. Currently, NXT Wrestling calls Brandon home. Fitness is a theme throughout the city, however, with the Brandon Running Club. There are multiple outdoor sites for recreation as well including Paul Sanders Park. Sports-related activities are not all there is to do, however. There are also shows to be seen at the Brandon Ballet Company or the Florida Academy for Performing Arts.

      Brandon, Florida is a city with a great location and great costs of living. It is within a short distance to many of the largest metropolitan areas in Florida, and it remains one of the safest cities in Florida. Fitness is of top priority to locals of Brandon, though there are also exquisite shows to be seen at the multiple performing arts centers.

      A+ Amenities

      Are there many local amenities in Brandon? Yes, there are lots of amenities close to this location.

      Parks

      Brandon Parkway Trail
      Brandon Parkway Trail
      Davis Park
      Brandon Parkway Trail
      Brandon Parkway Trail
      Brandon Park
      Brandon Parkway Trail
      Heather Lakes Park

      Entertainment

      Oakfield Lanes
      AMC The Regency 20
      iFly Tampa

      Food & Drink

      The Rack
      KFC
      Long John Silver's
      Dunkin'
      Popeyes
      Taco Bell
      Boston Market
      Steak 'n Shake

      A+ Commute

      Is public transit available in Brandon? Of all people who commute, 0.4% take public transportation in Brandon.
      Drive to Work
      82%

      5% higher than the US average

      Take Public Transit
      0%

      5% lower than the US average

      Walk to Work
      1%

      2% lower than the US average

      A+ Health & Safety

      Is Brandon a healthy and safe place to live? Yes, there are many hospitals, police and fire stations.

      Hospitals

      HCA Florida - Brandon Hospital
      Florida Hospital freestanding emergency Hospital
      TGH Brandon Healthplex

      Pharmacies

      Walgreens
      Walmart Pharmacy
      CVS Pharmacy
      CVS Pharmacy
      Walgreens
      Publix
      CVS Pharmacy
      CVS Pharmacy

      Doctors

      Brandon Medical Building
      Eichenfeld Oaks Medical Center
      Pulmonary Associates of Brandon
      Florida Sleep Disorder Clinic
      Florida Eye Specialists & Cataract Institute
      Dr Balsera