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 (39) A+
La Florida Coffee and Wine
Coffee Shop
Catalina Cafe
Coffee Shop
All Saints Cafe
Coffee Shop
Serenity
Coffee Shop
Catalina Cafe
Coffee Shop
Calvin's Coffee House
Coffee Shop
Square Mug Cafe
Coffee Shop
Olean's Café
Coffee Shop
Starbucks
Coffee Shop
Sweet Shop
Coffee Shop
The Tea House
Coffee Shop
Hemplade Vegan Cafe
Coffee Shop
Brooklyn Water Bagel Co.
Coffee Shop
Starbucks
Coffee Shop
Starbucks
Coffee Shop
Red Eye Coffee
Coffee Shop
Starbucks
Coffee Shop
Lucky Goat Coffee
Coffee Shop
Mickey's Lakeside Cafe
Coffee Shop
Pong's
Coffee Shop
Black Dog Cafe
Coffee Shop
Kavakaze
Coffee Shop
Insomnia Cafe
Coffee Shop
Starbucks
Coffee Shop
Canopy Road Cafe
Coffee Shop
Entertainment (53) A+
Florida Historic Capitol Museum
Museum
The Union Bank
Museum
John G. Riley House
Museum
The Steve Meisburg Amphitheater
Theatre Arts
Knott House Museum
Museum
R.A. Gray Florida History Museum
Museum
Adderley Amphitheater
Theatre Arts
LeMoyne Arts
Art Gallery
The Artisan Exchange
Art Gallery
The Other Side Theater
Theatre Arts
Side Bar Theatre
Theatre Arts
All Saints Cinema
Cinema
Owen F. Sellers Music Amphitheater
Theatre Arts
Lindsay Recital Hall
Theatre Arts
Dohnanyi Recital Hall
Theatre Arts
Opperman Music Hall
Theatre Arts
621 Art Gallery
Theatre Arts
Faux Sure Studio
Art Gallery
Mickee Faust Clubhouse
Theatre Arts
South of SOHO Art Co-op
Art Gallery
The French Studio
Art Gallery
Salvage Art
Art Gallery
Strange Circus Gallery
Art Gallery
Tenn Nightclub
Nightclub
The Grove Museum
Museum
Food and Drink (247) A+
Clyde's and Costello's
Bar
Bar 1903
Bar
Charlie Park
Bar
Smoothie Tower
Fast Food
Madison's Scoop Parad Ice
Fast Food
Sugar Rush
Fast Food
Shell Oyster Bar
Bar
Fermentation Lounge
Bar
Subway
Fast Food
Potbelly's
Bar
Popeyes
Fast Food
Warhorse Whiskey Bar
Bar
Dunkin'
Fast Food
Baskin-Robbins
Sweets
Chubby's Chicken Fingers and More
Fast Food
Jimmy John's
Fast Food
The Brass Tap
Bar
Bullwinkle's
Bar
Railroad Square Craft House
Bar
The Warehouse
Bar
Zaxby's
Fast Food
Subway
Fast Food
Yianni's
Bar
Tennessee Lounge
Bar
Red Rock's
Bar
Fitness (42) A+
Hotworx
Gym
Atlas Fit
Gym
Top Dog Fitness
Gym
iron Vault
Gym
Frequency XP
Gym
Sue McCollum Community Center
Community Centre
Sweat Therapy Fitness
Gym
Core Aspirations
Gym
F45 Training
Gym
Orangetheory Fitness
Gym
Good Friends Group Fitness
Gym
Tallahassee Senior Center
Community Centre
Bad Ass Fitness
Gym
Tallahassee Senior Citizens Center
Community Centre
Temple Fitness
Gym
Pure Barre
Gym
Lawrence-Gregory Community Center at Dade Street
Community Centre
Woman's Club
Community Centre
Walker-Ford Community Center
Community Centre
Tallahassee Scottish Rite Masonic Center
Community Centre
The Total Fitness Solution
Gym
Planet Fitness
Gym
Palmer Munroe Teen Center
Community Centre
Rising Om Yoga
Gym
Zirco Academy Jujitsu & MMA
Gym
Groceries (32) F
Greenwise Market
Grocery Store
Community Co-op Market
Grocery Store
Winn-Dixie
Grocery Store
Piggly Wiggly
Grocery Store
Publix
Grocery Store
Whole Foods Market
Grocery Store
Decadent Delights
Bakery
Publix
Grocery Store
Ocean Seafood Market
Seafood
Target
Grocery Store
ALDI
Grocery Store
TastyKake Discount Bakery
Bakery
Publix
Grocery Store
La Moreliana
Grocery Store
Winn-Dixie
Grocery Store
ALDI
Grocery Store
Lynn's Oriental Market
Grocery Store
Apna Bazaar
Grocery Store
New Seoul Oriental Market
Grocery Store
Publix
Grocery Store
Publix
Grocery Store
Rajdhani South Asian Groceries
Grocery Store
Renegade Bakery Shop
Bakery
The Cake Shop Bakery
Bakery
Parks (245) A+
Curtis L Waller Park
Park
Kleman Plaza
Park
Smokey Hollow Historic Site
Park
Ponce de Leon Park
Park
Bloxham Park
Park
Lewis Park
Park
McCarty Park
Park
Centennial Field
Park
Cascades Park
Park
E. Peck Greene Park
Park
Genevieve Randolph Park
Park
Doug Burnette Park
Park
Cherokee Park
Park
Discovery Garden
Playground
Boulevard Park
Park
Anita Favors Thompson Plaza at Lake Anita
Park
Under the Over
Park
Myers Park
Park
Capital Cascades Trail Park
Park
Capital Cascades Trail Playground
Playground
Dr. Charles L. Evans Pond Park
Park
Carter - Howell - Strong Park
Park
Old Fort Park
Park
Barnette W. Allen Nature Preserve
Park
Enclave Park
Park
Shops (427) A+
Nic's Toggery
Clothing
Elinor Doyle Florist
Florist
Saint John's Bookstore
Books
Barber on Deck
Hairdresser
Boost Mobile
Electronics
1 Touch Barbershop
Hairdresser
Pink
Clothing
Margo's
Gift Shop
Quick N Save
Convenience Store
What's The Point? Piercing Studio
Department Store
Avant Garb Vintage
Clothing
Olde Fields Clothing Company
Clothing
Eye Ideals
Optician
Food Mart
Convenience Store
Serenity
Books
Bicycle House
Bicycle
Full Press
Clothing
FSU Bookstore
Books
AV Electronics
Electronics
Pearls of Tallahassee
Clothing
Blossoms
Florist
Olde Fields Clothing Company
Clothing
Patricia's Unique Boutique and Gifts
Clothing
Enchantment Island
Beauty
C.Line Apparel
Clothing
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commute A+

Of all people who commute, 2.4% take public transportation in Tallahassee.
Public Transit Stops (713)
Stops & Stations
A+
South Monroe Street and East Jefferson Street
Bus Stop
South Monroe Street and West Jefferson Street
Bus Stop
South Monroe Street and East Gaines Street
Bus Stop
South Monroe Street and West Madison Street
Bus Stop
S Duval Street and W Jefferson Street
Bus Stop
South Monroe Street and West Gaines Street
Bus Stop
S Duval Street at W Madison Parking Garage
Bus Stop
North Monroe Street and East Park Avenue
Bus Stop
South Adams Street and West Park Avenue
Bus Stop
West College Avenue and South Bronough Street
Bus Stop
West Gaines Street and South Bronough Street
Bus Stop
West Gaines Street and South Bronough Street
Bus Stop
South Adams Street and West Park Avenue
Bus Stop
South Duval Street and West Park Avenue
Bus Stop
E Park Avenue and N Adams Street
Bus Stop
E Park Avenue and S Calhoun Street
Bus Stop
East Park Avenue South Meridian Street
Bus Stop
West College Avenue and Martin Luther King Jr Boulevard
Bus Stop
East Park Avenue and South Meridian Street
Bus Stop
West College Avenue and Martin Luther King Junior Boulevard
Bus Stop
Gate 23
Bus Stop
Gate 17
Bus Stop
Gate 16
Bus Stop
Gate 18
Bus Stop
Gate 15
Bus Stop
Workers Taking Public Transit
2.4%
F
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cost of living A+

The cost of living in Tallahassee is 101/100 - which is 3% higher than Florida.
Cost of Living
Goods & Services, Housing, etc.
C
Tax Rates
Income & Sales Tax
A+
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crime C-

Tallahassee crime rates are 2,504 per 100k, which is 37% higher than Florida
Property Crime
2,149 crimes per 100k
D+
Violent Crime
355 crimes per 100k
C-
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employment D-

The median income in Tallahassee is $46,461 - which is 5% lower than Florida.
Med. Household Income
$46,461
F
Unemployment Rate
4.6%
F
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health A+

There are many hospitals, police and fire stations.
Health & Safety (192)
Dentist, Doctor, Hospital, etc.
A+
Tallahassee Central Fire Station
Fire Station
Florida Pharmacy Journal, Inc.
Pharmacy
Bond Community Health Center
Doctor
Patients First
Doctor
CVS Pharmacy
Pharmacy
Walgreens
Pharmacy
Aspen Dental
Dentist
CVS Pharmacy
Pharmacy
Care Rx Pharmacy
Pharmacy
Care Rx Pharmacy
Pharmacy
Capital Health Plan
Doctor
Susan M. Byrne DMD Family Dentist
Dentist
Cosmetic and Family Dentistry Smile Design
Dentist
M H Barbara DDS
Dentist
Stewart's Pharmacy and Wellness Store
Pharmacy
W Gerald Harris DDS
Dentist
Linda Maynard, MD Internal Medicine
Doctor
Tallahassee Police Department
Police
Whitfield Chiropractic Clinic
Doctor
Walgreens
Pharmacy
Patients First
Clinic
Cunningham Chiropractic
Doctor
Patients First
Doctor
Lake Ella Pharmacy
Pharmacy
Professional Office Building (POB)
Doctor
Air Quality
Median Air Quality
A-
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housing A-

Tallahassee home prices are $212,800 - which is 28% higher than Florida
Home Price
$212,800
B+
Home Appreciation Rate
14%
A
Home Affordability
4.6x (home price to income ratio)
F
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schools B+

The Tallahassee graduation rate is 89% - which is 7% higher than Florida
School Test Scores
54%
D
High School Grad. Rates
89%
B+
Elementary Schools (81) D-
Leon County Virtual School Franchise
Leon County Virtual Instruction Program
Bethel Christian Academy
Masters Preparatory Christian Academy
Florida A&M University Developmental Research School
Trinity Catholic School
Ivy Hill Academy
Elizabeth Cobb Middle School
Symphony Seven School Of Arts And Tech
Kate Sullivan Elementary School
Frank Hartsfield Elementary School
Bond Elementary School
Griffin Middle School
Ruediger Elementary School
Raa Middle School
Famu Drs Virtual Franchise
Betton Hills School
Pineview Elementary School
Franklin Academy Inc.
R. Frank Nims Middle School
John G Riley Elementary School
Faith Presbyterian Preschool & Kindergarten
Florida Autism Center
Betton Hills Preparatory School
The School Of Arts & Science Centre
High Schools (36) A+
Leon County Virtual School Franchise
Leon High School
Masters Preparatory Christian Academy
Florida A&M University Developmental Research School
Famu Drs Virtual Franchise
Betton Hills School
Franklin Academy Inc.
Sail
James Rickards High School
Pace Center For Girls
Amos P. Godby High School
Rise Institute
Leon County Jail
North Florida Christian School
Lively Technical Center
Hospital Homebound
Leon Virtual Instruction (Course Offerings)
Leon Countywide Adult Education Prog
Amikids
Gretchen Everhart School
Heritage Trails Community School
Leon Co Juvenile Detention Center
The Learning Center
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ratings C+

Tallahassee has an overall rating of 67% from 23 reviews.
User Reviews (3)
From AreaVibes
B-
User Surveys (20)
From AreaVibes
C-
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Tallahassee Area Facts

  • Tallahassee has a Livability Score of 85/100, which is considered exceptional
  • Tallahassee crime rates are 37% higher than the Florida average
  • Cost of living in Tallahassee is 3% higher than the Florida average
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Spent 18 yrs there 3 rating By genoise ( Aug 15, 2015) Tallahassee is a great place to live...if you travel a lot. I moved to TLH after living in Boca Raton for a short time and hated Boca Raton. TLH was a breath of fresh air, as there are a lot of educated, interesting people. Aside from interesting, educated people, the bright s ...Read More pot is all Florida State University has to offer. They have a superb school of music, offering classical music concerts that are free or nearly so. Likewise, school of theater and top notch athletics - football, basketball and baseball, even a circus. Tallahassee also boasts a fabulous professional symphony orchestra, The Tallahassee Symphony Orchestra. To make a decent living, you really need to own your own business. Housing prices are relatively low, although higher than other places in FL. Restaurants are, for the most part, terrible. When I lived there, there was one great restaurant, Albert's Provence. It is now owned by someone else and I cannot speak to quality. The Governor's Club is definitely worth membership. A lot of dining takes place in private homes, for obvious reasons. At the time I lived there, I would sometimes have special ingredients shipped in as grocery store offerings were wanting. Shopping? Forget it. There are men's stores but for women's clothing, you must leave town. Leaving town is not easy as there are very few airlines and air fares are astronomical. There is a nice jewelry store, The Gem Collection. This report gives a very poor crime rating. There is crime near the universities and downtown but other areas of Tallahassee are very safe. Weather? Oh, my, do I have to go outside? The good thing about Tallahassee weather is you can experience 4 seasons. Fall and Spring are delightful but brief. And, unfortunately, Spring comes with a yellow coating of pollen. Winter is also nice, in my opinion. It may freeze a few times a year but no snow. Summer, well, summer is a good time to leave town. Many people have summer homes in the Carolinas. If you travel frequently, you can satisfy your need for shopping, restaurants and decent summer weather but when you're there, you can enjoy what FSU has to offer and pleasant times in the homes of interesting friends. Read Less
Small, typical college town. 3.5 rating By thepoto ( Aug 11, 2014) I've lived in Tallahassee for four years as a student. Apart from the obvious college-town culture, Tallahassee has a lot going on. The city has a strong artistic vibe. Everyone should check out the Railroad Square Arts Park on the first Friday of the month for an open house of t ...Read More he art galleries, live music, and food trucks galore. The university (FSU/FAMU/TCC) population inspires a lot of musicians like Drake and Childish Gambino to perform in town from time to time. The downtown area is tiny, but quaint with a row of tasty restaurants. There is a heavy presence of locally owned businesses in the area, which include restaurants, bars, thrift shops, and boutiques. The city is also excellent for museum lovers or those looking for pieces of natural or cultural history in Florida. There is an historically Greek part of town, as well as nearby remnants of Spanish Missions, etc. Tallahassee is a fun place to explore, and an interesting place to live. Located a reasonable distance from nearby beaches, state parks, and the infamous Panama City. Read Less
Try Tallahassee, FL 4 rating By Anonymous ( May 06, 2010) Planning on visiting Florida? Maybe a family trip to Disneyworld? Perhaps a week in Miami? Well, have you ever considered Tallahassee? My wife and I were looking for a weekend getaway that was not too far from our Central Florida home. We decided to try Tallahassee.

We were plea
...Read More santly surprised by the diversity of Tallahassee and the surrounding area. The state capitol offered us a chance to see various attractions and tour art galleries, visit a museum and see a number of historic sites. Driving around the city we admired all the live oaks and lush foliage. We passed by Florida State and had a Seminole moment.

My wife wanted to check out some thrift shops in Tallahassee so we spent part of the day shopping at the local Goodwill store and found a few bargains. We enjoyed a nice lunch at a local Tallahassee restaurant and before we knew it, we had to head home. I thought it was a great little trip and would definitely visit the city of Tallahassee again in the future. Read Less
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Try Tallahassee, FL 4 rating By Anonymous ( May 06, 2010) Planning on visiting Florida? Maybe a family trip to Disneyworld? Perhaps a week in Miami? Well, have you ever considered Tallahassee? My wife and I were looking for a weekend getaway that was not too far from our Central Florida home. We decided to try Tallahassee.

We were plea
...Read More santly surprised by the diversity of Tallahassee and the surrounding area. The state capitol offered us a chance to see various attractions and tour art galleries, visit a museum and see a number of historic sites. Driving around the city we admired all the live oaks and lush foliage. We passed by Florida State and had a Seminole moment.

My wife wanted to check out some thrift shops in Tallahassee so we spent part of the day shopping at the local Goodwill store and found a few bargains. We enjoyed a nice lunch at a local Tallahassee restaurant and before we knew it, we had to head home. I thought it was a great little trip and would definitely visit the city of Tallahassee again in the future. Read Less

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      Tallahassee, FL

      Tallahassee is Florida's capital city and home of the Florida State Seminoles. The Noles are one of the most feared football teams in all of college football, and the city has become famous for the Tomahawk Chop that is acted out by the crowd after every positive FSU play. In addition to politics and football, Tallahassee is home to a number of delicious restaurants that capitalize on the diversity of the city. Kool Beanz Cafe, Cypress Restaurant, and Sage Restaurant are just a few of the joints that locals love to rave about.

      Home prices in Tallahassee are reasonable, and people looking to buy or rent a home typically have a good selection of quality homes to choose from during their search. College Town is the area of the city that is predominantly inhabited by college students, but there are a number of young professionals who have decided to call the area home as well. Killearn Estates and Chapel Ridge are great choices for those with high incomes and established careers. All throughout the city, there are neighborhoods with bargains to be had.

      Getting around Tallahassee is easy by car, and the city also offers bus service via the StarMetro network of busses and rideshare vehicles. Many residents walk the city since it is a short stroll from campus to the government area and to many of the restaurants and shops. It is also possible to ride a bike in Tallahassee if you take all of the necessary precautions.

      The Florida State Capitol Building is one of the must-see sights in the city. It has a very distinct architectural style that differs wildly from the traditional Greek or Roman look and feel that most State Capitol Buildings have. The Museum of Florida History is another worthwhile attraction that provides a comprehensive overview of the people who have turned Florida into what it is today. The Alfred B. Macklay Gardens is a little oasis in the heart of the city that has manicured lawns, beautiful flowers, and stunning water features.

      Tallahassee has some great public schools, and families who live in the school boundaries will benefit from the wonderful teachers. Hawks Rise Elementary, Deerlake Middle, and Buck Lake Elementary are just a few of the schools that are highly regarded in Tallahassee.

      Living in Tallahassee is great because it offers all of the perks and amenities of a capital city without being overwhelmingly large. The city is home to over 190,000 Floridians, but it does not feel that way when you are moving around town. The one thing that Tallahassee knows how to do is make people feel welcome, unless you are playing the Noles at Doak Campbell Stadium.

      A+ Amenities

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

      Parks

      Curtis L Waller Park
      Kleman Plaza
      Smokey Hollow Historic Site
      Ponce de Leon Park
      Bloxham Park
      Lewis Park
      McCarty Park
      Centennial Field

      Entertainment

      Florida Historic Capitol Museum
      The Union Bank
      John G. Riley House
      The Steve Meisburg Amphitheater
      Knott House Museum
      R.A. Gray Florida History Museum
      Adderley Amphitheater
      LeMoyne Arts

      Food & Drink

      Clyde's and Costello's
      Bar 1903
      Charlie Park
      Smoothie Tower
      Madison's Scoop Parad Ice
      Sugar Rush
      Shell Oyster Bar
      Fermentation Lounge

      A+ Commute

      Is public transit available in Tallahassee? Of all people who commute, 2.4% take public transportation in Tallahassee.
      Drive to Work
      77%

      1% higher than the US average

      Take Public Transit
      2%

      3% lower than the US average

      Walk to Work
      3%

      equal to the US average

      A+ Health & Safety

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

      Hospitals

      Tallahassee Memorial HealthCare
      Emergency Center - Northeast
      Apalachee Behavioral Health Center
      Encompass Health Rehabilitation Hospital of Tallahassee
      Capital Regional Medical Center
      South Eastern Urological Center

      Pharmacies

      Eastwood Pharmacy
      Lake Ella Pharmacy
      Stewart's Pharmacy and Wellness Store
      WellPack Pharmacy
      Walmart Pharmacy
      Publix Pharmacy
      Walgreens
      CVS Pharmacy

      Doctors

      Tallahassee Allergy Asthma
      Tallahassee Ear, Nose, and Throat
      Capital Health Plan
      Preventive Cardiology & Internal Medicine
      Tallahassee Sleep Diagnostic Center
      Lowery Chiropractic Clinic
      Ben Fragale DMD MS Endodontist
      Whitfield Chiropractic Clinic