South Bradenton, FL — City Data, Demographics & Statistics
Manatee County · Florida
City DNA
A unique fingerprint for South Bradenton based on 8 key metrics — compared to averages.
Quick Stats
Population
25,585
2023 ACS
Median Income
$47,914
2023
Median Home Value
$149,600
2023
Median Rent
$1,230
2023
Median Age
45.5
Unemployment
6.3%
Cost of Living Index
93.9
100 = national avg
South Bradenton is a city in Manatee County, Florida, with a population of 25,585 according to the 2023 American Community Survey. South Bradenton is one of the communities in Florida.
The median household income in South Bradenton is $47,914, and the median home value is $149,600. The cost of living index is 93.9 (where 100 = national average), and the median rent is $1,230 per month. The unemployment rate is 6.3%, and the median age is 45.5 years.
People & Demographics
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2023)Population
Total Population
25,585
Male
12,493
48.8%
Female
13,092
51.2%
Median Age
45.5
Age Distribution
Education & Household
Bachelor's or Higher
13.1%
High School or Higher
41.0%
Foreign Born
21.9%
Veterans
6.5%
Married
36.5%
Avg Household Size
2.3
Marital Status by Age
Race & Ethnicity
Diversity Index
0.436
Simpson's Index (0-1)
Largest Group
White
67.1%
Foreign Born
21.9%
Hispanic/Latino Ethnicity
Hispanic/Latino is an ethnicity, not a race. People of any race can identify as Hispanic. This percentage overlaps with the racial categories above.
Hispanic/Latino
28.7%
7,335 people
Not Hispanic/Latino
71.3%
Hispanic/Latino Detail
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2023)Asian Detail
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2023)American Indian & Alaska Native Detail
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2023)Languages Spoken
Total Speakers (5+)
24,403
English Only
68.0%
#1 Non-English Language
Spanish
5,468 speakers
Limited English
13.8%
Language Distribution
English Proficiency
Speaks English Very Well
86.2%
Limited English Proficiency
13.8%
Veterans & Military
Total Veterans
1,651
6.5% of population
Disability Rate
23.4%
387 with disability
Veteran Median Income
$47,137
Unemployment Rate
2.1%
Period of Service
Veteran Age Distribution
Male Veterans
1,553
94.1%
Female Veterans
98
5.9%
Veteran vs Non-Veteran Income
Veteran Income
$47,137
Non-Veteran Income
$27,946
Difference
$19,191
68.7% higher
Disability Status
With Disability
387
Without Disability
1,264
Disability Rate
23.4%
Ancestry & Heritage
Total Reporting Ancestry
16,413
#1 Ancestry
German
12.6% (3,225)
#2 Ancestry
English
10.0% (2,557)
#3 Ancestry
Irish
8.1% (2,070)
Top 20 Ancestries
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2023)Families & Households
Total Households
11,251
Family Households
5,716
50.8%
Married Couples
3,630
32.3%
Non-Family Households
5,535
49.2%
Single Mother Households
1,292
11.5%
Single Father Households
794
7.1%
Living Alone
4,753
42.2%
Children Under 18
Total Children
3,023
In Married Couple
1,598
52.9%
With Single Mother
975
32.3%
With Single Father
450
14.9%
Family Income
Median Family Income
$58,481
Married Couple Income
$63,351
Single Mother Income
$45,884
Single Father Income
$53,493
Avg Family Size
2.3
Avg Non-Family Size
2.3
Grandparents w/ Grandchildren
590
Grandparents Responsible
423
Economy
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2023)Income Overview
Median Household Income
$47,914
-35% vs national
Per Capita Income
$30,055
-19% vs national
Poverty Rate
16.9%
+24% vs national
Gini Index
0.4568
0 = perfect equality
Unemployment
6.3%
+22% vs national
SNAP Recipients
15.1%
of households
How South Bradenton Compares
South Bradenton vs Similar Cities
Compared to cities with 25,000 - 50,000 residents. South Bradenton is highlighted.
Median Household Income
South Bradenton, FL has a median household income of $47,914, making it the 22,333rd highest median household income out of 28,123 cities in our database. This means that South Bradenton has a higher median household income than 21% of all the cities we measured.
Per Capita Income
South Bradenton, FL has a per capita income of $30,055, making it the 17,189th highest per capita income out of 28,123 cities in our database. This means that South Bradenton has a higher per capita income than 39% of all the cities we measured.
Poverty Rate
South Bradenton, FL has a poverty rate of 16.9%, making it the 9,395th highest poverty rate out of 31,262 cities in our database. This means that South Bradenton has a higher poverty rate than 70% of all the cities we measured.
Unemployment Rate
South Bradenton, FL has a unemployment rate of 6.3%, making it the 8,540th highest unemployment rate out of 31,012 cities in our database. This means that South Bradenton has a higher unemployment rate than 72% of all the cities we measured.
Where Do You Stack Up?
Enter your household income to see how you compare to other households in South Bradenton. The median household income here is $47,914.
Income Distribution
Employment Snapshot
Unemployment Rate
6.3%
+29% vs FL avg
Labor Force
12,605
Employed
11,808
Mean Commute
24 min
How People Get to Work
Employment by Sector
Education & Workforce
Bachelor's Degree+
13.1%
of adults 25+
High School Diploma+
41.0%
of adults 25+
Median Age
45.5
Work from Home
3.3%
of workers
Top Occupations & Wages
Source: Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS (2024)
Data represents the North Port-Bradenton-Sarasota, FL metro area
Highest-Paying Job
General and Operations Managers
Top Median Wage
$95.7K
per year
Occupations Tracked
20
Cost of Living
Overall Index
93.9
100 = national avg
-6.1 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$41,298
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$97,613
per year
Cost Index by Category
100 = national average. Higher = more expensive.
Fair Market Rent
Source: HUD
1 Bedroom
$1,686
per month
2 Bedroom
$1,958
per month
The median household income in South Bradenton, FL is $47,914, which is 34.6% below the national average of $73,224. Per capita income is $30,055. The poverty rate of 16.9% is higher than the FL state average of 13.5%. The Gini index of income inequality is 0.4568, where 0 represents perfect equality and 1 represents maximum inequality. The unemployment rate is 6.3%, compared to the state average of 4.9%. The labor force is 12,605. 13.1% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The average commute time is 24 minutes, with 3.3% working from home. About 75.7% of workers drive alone to work. The overall cost of living index is 93.9, which is 6.1% below the national average. Housing costs are above the national average at an index of 107.4. A single adult needs to earn approximately $41,298 per year to cover basic expenses.
Housing & Real Estate
Market SnapshotRedfin — January 2026
Median Sale Price
$186,000
Median List Price
$169,450
Price Per Sq Ft
$154
Days on Market
112
Active Inventory
140
Months of Supply
10.0
Buyer's market
Market CompetitivenessRedfin
Sold Above List
14.3%
Off Market in 2 Weeks
36.7%
Sale-to-List Ratio
95.8%
Buyer's market
Price TrendsRedfin
Market ActivityRedfin
Homes Sold
14
New Listings
40
Pending Sales
30
Price Per Square FootRedfin
Median Sale $/SF
$154
Median List $/SF
$151
House Price IndexFHFA
How much have housing prices increased in South Bradenton, FL? According to the Federal Housing Finance Agency (FHFA) House Price Index for the North Port-Bradenton-Sarasota, FL metro area, home prices have risen 545.3% over the past 40 years. Over 20 years, prices grew 62.9%. The 10-year growth rate is 117.0%. Over the last 5 years, prices increased 57.3%. In the most recent 2-year period, the index fell 1.6%. The FHFA HPI tracks average price changes in repeat sales or refinancings of single-family properties with conforming mortgages. Because this is a metro-level index, it reflects the broader North Port-Bradenton-Sarasota, FL housing market rather than South Bradenton alone.
Metro area: North Port-Bradenton-Sarasota, FL
South Bradenton vs Similar CitiesCensus ACS / Redfin
Compared to cities with 25,000 - 50,000 residents. South Bradenton is highlighted.
Median Home Value
South Bradenton, FL has a median home value of $149,600, making it the 16,640th highest median home value out of 27,993 cities in our database. This means that South Bradenton has a higher median home value than 41% of all the cities we measured.
Median Rent
South Bradenton, FL has a median rent of $1,230, making it the 6,319th highest median rent out of 22,337 cities in our database. This means that South Bradenton has a higher median rent than 72% of all the cities we measured.
Median Price Per Sq Ft
South Bradenton, FL has a price per square foot of $154, making it the 12,174th highest price per square foot out of 20,748 cities in our database. This means that South Bradenton has a higher price per square foot than 41% of all the cities we measured.
Rent Burden
South Bradenton, FL has a rent burden of 30.8%, making it the 1,102nd highest rent burden out of 21,928 cities in our database. This means that South Bradenton has a higher rent burden than 95% of all the cities we measured.
Census Housing DataU.S. Census Bureau ACS 2023
Median Home Value
$149,600
Median Rent
$1,230
Total Housing Units
14,852
Vacancy Rate
24.3%
Owner Occupied
53.2%
Renter Occupied
46.8%
Median Property Tax
$1,012
per year
Monthly Cost (w/ Mortgage)
$614
Housing Types
Property TaxU.S. Census Bureau ACS 2023
Median Property Tax
$1,012
per year
Effective Tax Rate
0.68%
of home value
Median Home Value
$149,600
Estimated Mean Tax
$1,031
The effective property tax rate is calculated by dividing the median annual property tax ($1,012) by the median home value ($149,600). In South Bradenton, FL, this works out to an effective rate of 0.68%. This is below the national average of approximately 1.1%.
The current median sale price in South Bradenton, FL is $186,000 according to Redfin data. Homes spend a median of 112 days on the market. 14.3% of homes sold above asking price. The market has 10.0 months of supply. The median price per square foot is $154. The median rent is $1,230 per month (Census ACS). About 53.2% of housing units are owner-occupied. The median year homes were built is 1976. There are 14,852 total housing units. Homeowners pay a median annual property tax of $1,012. The effective tax rate is 0.68%, below the national average.
Crime data is not yet available for South Bradenton. The FBI UCR/NIBRS program does not cover all jurisdictions.
Natural Hazard Risk
Source: FEMA National Risk IndexRisk Score
97.6
Relatively High
Expected Annual Loss
96.7
Score (0-100)
Social Vulnerability
54.8
Score (0-100)
Community Resilience
22.8
Score (0-100)
Scores range from 0 (lowest risk) to 100 (highest risk) relative to all U.S. communities. Data from FEMA National Risk Index.
Disaster History & Federal Spending
Source: FEMATotal Declarations
50
Public Assistance
$124.7M
Individual Assistance
$251.0M
Most Common Type
Hurricane
23 declarations
Public Assistance by Category
| Disaster | Type | Date | PA $ | IA $ |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hurricane Milton → | Hurricane | Oct 2024 | $43.2M | $124.4M |
| Hurricane Milton → | Hurricane | Oct 2024 | — | — |
| Hurricane Helene → | Hurricane | Sep 2024 | $11.7M | $72.6M |
| Tropical Storm Helene → | Tropical Storm | Sep 2024 | — | — |
| Hurricane Debby → | Tropical Storm | Aug 2024 | $2.1M | $7.5M |
| Tropical Storm Debby → | Tropical Storm | Aug 2024 | — | — |
| Hurricane Idalia → | Hurricane | Aug 2023 | $5.4M | $2.2M |
| Tropical Storm Idalia → | Tropical Storm | Aug 2023 | — | — |
| Hurricane Nicole → | Hurricane | Dec 2022 | $6K | — |
| Tropical Storm Nicole → | Tropical Storm | Nov 2022 | — | — |
| Hurricane Ian → | Hurricane | Sep 2022 | $24.0M | $20.4M |
| Tropical Storm Ian → | Hurricane | Sep 2022 | — | — |
| Tropical Storm Fred → | Hurricane | Aug 2021 | — | — |
| Tropical Storm Elsa → | Severe Storm | Jul 2021 | $22K | — |
| Hurricane Eta → | Hurricane | Nov 2020 | $12K | — |
| Covid-19 Pandemic → | Biological | Mar 2020 | $1.1M | $2.4M |
| Covid-19 → | Biological | Mar 2020 | — | — |
| Hurricane Dorian → | Hurricane | Aug 2019 | — | — |
| Hurricane Michael → | Hurricane | Oct 2018 | — | — |
| Hurricane Irma → | Hurricane | Sep 2017 | $22.2M | $12.7M |
Showing 20 of 53 disasters
PA = FEMA Public Assistance (infrastructure recovery). IA = Individual Assistance (homeowner/renter aid).
Flood Insurance (NFIP)
Source: FEMA NFIPTotal Claims
11,377
Total Claims Paid
$634,972,914
Avg Claim Payout
$55,812
County-level NFIP data from FEMA National Flood Insurance Program.
Hazard Mitigation
Source: FEMA Hazard Mitigation AssistanceMitigation Projects
65
Federal Funding
$5,994,580
Properties Protected
52
Avg Benefit-Cost Ratio
2.35
BCR
Top Mitigation Project Types
| Project Type | Projects | Federal $ |
|---|---|---|
| 205.8: Retrofitting Public Structures - Wind | 31 | $472,826 |
| 202.1: Elevation of Private Structures - Riverine | 10 | $1,357,087 |
| 202.2: Elevation of Private Structures - Coastal | 9 | $1,199,078 |
| 403.4: Stormwater Management - Detention/Retention Basins | 3 | $390,540 |
| 207.2: Mitigation Reconstruction | 3 | $0 |
Federally funded projects to reduce future disaster risk. Only includes completed or obligated projects.
South Bradenton has a relatively high overall natural hazard risk rating according to FEMA's National Risk Index. The top hazard risks are hurricane, lightning, coastal flood. The area has had 50 federal disaster declarations. The most common disaster type is hurricane (23 declarations). 11,377 flood insurance claims have been filed in the area. FEMA has obligated $124,732,041 in public assistance recovery funding. $251,047,131 has been distributed in individual assistance to disaster-affected residents. 65 hazard mitigation projects have been funded to reduce future risk.
Health
Community Health
Source: CDC PLACES
Obesity Rate
36.2%
near the national average
Depression Rate
18.5%
5.0pp below the national average
Diabetes Rate
16.2%
4.3pp above the national average
Uninsured Rate
20.7%
10.1pp above the national average
Health Scorecard
Higher scores indicate better health outcomes relative to the national average (50 = average)
Health Outcomes
Age-adjusted prevalence rates. Green bars indicate rates below the national average; red indicates above.
High Cholesterol
42.1%
Arthritis
30.4%
Cancer (excl. skin)
10.3%
Teeth Lost (65+)
19.4%
Health Risk Behaviors
Prevention & Screening
Green bars indicate rates above the national average (more preventive care); red indicates below.
Mental Health & Wellbeing
Frequent Mental Distress
17.7%
14+ days in past month
Depression
18.5%
Loneliness
—
Lack of Support
—
Disability Prevalence
Any Disability
40.6%
Mobility
20.5%
Cognitive
17.2%
Hearing
10.1%
Vision
8.2%
Self-Care
5.7%
Independent Living
10.9%
South Bradenton has an obesity rate of 36.2%, which is near the national average. The depression rate is 18.5%, 5.0pp below the national average. About 20.7% of adults lack health insurance. 78.8% of residents had an annual checkup in the past year.
Nearby Hospitals
Source: CMS Hospital Compare
Nearest Hospitals
5
With Emergency Services
3
Avg CMS Rating
3.0 / 5
Nearest Hospital
3.2 mi
Suncoast Behavioral Health Cen...
| Hospital | Distance | Type | Rating | ER |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Suncoast Behavioral Health Center | 3.2 mi | Psychiatric | — | — |
| Manatee Memorial Hospital | 4.6 mi | Acute Care Hospitals | 2/5 | Yes |
| Centerstone Of Florida | 4.6 mi | Psychiatric | — | — |
| Hca Florida Blake Hospital | 5.3 mi | Acute Care Hospitals | 2/5 | Yes |
| Sarasota Memorial Hospital | 11.1 mi | Acute Care Hospitals | 5/5 | Yes |
Infrastructure
Commute Overview2023 ACS
Mean Commute
24 min
+1% vs national
Drive Alone
75.7%
-4% vs national
Public Transit
3.1%
+241% vs national
Work From Home
3.3%
-65% vs national
Carpool
13.1%
Walk / Bike
3.5%
combined
How South Bradenton's Commute ComparesCensus ACS 2023
How People Get to WorkCensus ACS 2023
Commute Mode BreakdownCensus ACS 2023
The average commute in South Bradenton, FL is 24 minutes, which is 1.3% above the national average of 23 minutes. 75.7% of workers drive alone, compared to the national average of 78.7%. 3.3% work from home, which is below the FL state average of 13.8%. Public transit is used by 3.1% of commuters, compared to the national average of 0.9%. 13.1% of workers carpool. 2.4% walk to work. 1.0% commute by bicycle.
Internet & Broadband Access
Source: Census ACSBroadband Access
83.0%
of households
Cable / Fiber / DSL
67.4%
of households
No Internet
10.2%
of households
Total Households
11,251
Internet Subscription Types
Device Ownership
Source: Census ACSHas Computer
92.4%
of households
Smartphone
84.5%
of households
Desktop / Laptop
64.6%
of households
Tablet
49.2%
of households
Percentage of households with each device type. Data from the U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2023 5-year estimates, tables B28001 & B28002).
Electricity Rates
Source: U.S. Energy Information Administration (2024)Residential Rate
14.1¢
per kWh
-26% vs 25,000 - 50,000 avg
Commercial Rate
11.0¢
per kWh
-29% vs 25,000 - 50,000 avg
Industrial Rate
8.5¢
per kWh
-28% vs 25,000 - 50,000 avg
Avg Monthly Bill
$156
residential
+6% vs 25,000 - 50,000 avg
17% below the national average of 17.1¢/kWh
Residential electricity in Florida averages 14.1¢ per kWh, compared to the national average of 17.1¢. The average monthly electric bill is $156. State-level averages from EIA Electric Sales & Revenue data (2024).
South Bradenton vs Similar Cities
Source: EIA (2024)Comparing electricity rates with randomly selected cities of similar population (25,000 - 50,000). Each city represents its state's average rate.
Residential Rate (¢/kWh)
Commercial Rate (¢/kWh)
Industrial Rate (¢/kWh)
Average Monthly Bill
83.0% of households in South Bradenton have broadband internet access. 67.4% have cable, fiber, or DSL service. 14.1% rely solely on cellular data without a wired connection. 10.2% of households have no internet access. 17.4% use only a smartphone without a desktop or laptop.
Politics & Government
County-level data: Election results are reported at the county level. South Bradenton is located in Manatee County, FL. Results reflect all voters in the county, not just those in South Bradenton.
Election Overview
Source: Manatee County (2024)2024 Winner
Republican
Dem Votes
86,674
37.9%
GOP Votes
140,486
61.4%
Total Votes
228,856
Margin
R+23.5%
Shift from 2020
R+7.5pp
vs prior election
Election History
Source: County-Level Election Results| Year | Dem Votes | GOP Votes | Total | Dem % | GOP % | Margin |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 86,674 | 140,486 | 228,856 | 37.9% | 61.4% | R+23.5 |
| 2020 | 90,166 | 124,987 | 216,958 | 41.6% | 57.6% | R+16.0 |
| 2016 | 71,066 | 101,681 | 178,521 | 39.8% | 57.0% | R+17.1 |
In the 2024 presidential election, Manatee County recorded 228,856 total votes. Republicans won the county with 61.4% of the vote compared to 37.9% for Democrats, a margin of R+23.5%. Compared to 2020, the margin shifted R+7.5pp from the previous election. Since 2016, Manatee County has shifted 6.4 percentage points toward Republicans.
ZIP Code Overview
Source: Census ACSZIP Codes
18
Total Population
384,550
Avg Median Income
$81,682
Avg Home Value
$447,917
ZIP Code Details
Source: Census ACS| ZIP Code | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Median Rent | Area (sq mi) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 34201 | 3,993 | $124,000 | $621,700 | $3,501 | 3.4 |
| 34203 | 39,109 | $68,030 | $302,500 | $1,437 | 15.5 |
| 34205 | 30,607 | $51,170 | $236,900 | $1,323 | 6.5 |
| 34207 | 33,840 | $49,162 | $122,100 | $1,270 | 6.2 |
| 34208 | 43,779 | $59,899 | $303,600 | $1,409 | 16.5 |
| 34209 | 33,586 | $80,829 | $357,300 | $1,847 | 12.6 |
| 34210 | 17,301 | $64,306 | $279,500 | $1,552 | 8.9 |
| 34215 | 759 | $76,364 | $722,200 | N/A | 0.6 |
| 34217 | 3,774 | $90,278 | $636,300 | $1,657 | 2.1 |
| 34221 | 54,923 | $74,314 | $298,200 | $1,459 | 53.9 |
| 34222 | 14,529 | $66,105 | $194,300 | $1,525 | 5.3 |
| 34228 | 7,512 | $143,365 | $959,200 | $2,969 | 4.1 |
| 34234 | 22,051 | $56,607 | $222,900 | $1,352 | 6.5 |
| 34235 | 15,114 | $72,948 | $338,200 | $1,729 | 6.2 |
| 34236 | 13,916 | $96,400 | $917,100 | $2,010 | 3.6 |
| 34237 | 17,568 | $63,133 | $234,400 | $1,524 | 3.9 |
| 34243 | 31,773 | $79,799 | $395,000 | $1,960 | 18.0 |
| 34250 | 416 | $153,566 | $921,100 | N/A | 1.3 |
South Bradenton, FL has 18 ZIP codes with a combined population of 384,550. The average median household income across all ZIP codes is $81,682. The average median home value is $447,917. The average median monthly rent is -$74,072,489.
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