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Safety Harbor, FL vs Palmetto, FL

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Highlights
Are people in Palmetto older or younger than people in Safety Harbor?
- The Median Age in Palmetto is 2.0 years older than in Safety Harbor.

Are housing costs cheaper in Palmetto or Safety Harbor?
- Palmetto housing costs are 17.6% less expensive than Safety Harbor housing costs.

Which city has a longer commute, Palmetto or Safety Harbor?
- The average commute for residents of Palmetto is 2.3 minutes shorter than it is for residents of Safety Harbor.

Things to do in Safety Harbor?
Safety Harbor, Florida is situated in Pinellas County providing visitors leisure areas such as Philippe Park while also having employment opportunities at InVision Human Services plus entertainment opportunities at Safety Harbor Marina

Things to do in Palmetto?
Palmetto, FL is a pleasant town south of Bradenton featuring several spectacular spots such as Mosaic Park perfect for exploring or Bishop Harbor Nature Trail ideal for picnicking; locals gather yearly at the remarkable Palmetto Pig Fest celebrating local culture with music and art.

 Safety Harbor, FLPalmetto, FLUnited States
 Population  Unlock13,304329,725,481
 Median Income$96,365  Unlock$69,021
 Median Age  Unlock49.138.4
 Avg. Home Price$467,700  Unlock$338,100
 Unemployment Rate  Unlock4.4%6.0%
 Avg. Commute Time25.91  Unlock26.38
Reviews for Safety Harbor    3 Reviews

Over 3 years ago

I lived in my beloved Safety Harbor in the early 90's when I was just at the start of my career. I relocated from Illinois and so enjoyed life there. I walked Philippe  More

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I've lived across the entire US, Fort Lauderdale and Palm beach for nearly two decades, Tampa for three years, Dallas, Tulsa, been to New York, Naples, Fort Myers,  More

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I highly recommend Safety Harbor to anyone considering the Tampa/St Pete area. We have lived here for 6 years, and now face a potential move. I am considering a  More

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Reviews for Palmetto    3 Reviews

Over 15 years ago

Best bet for Florida living is newer bedroom communities. Closer to inland parks for canoe and kayak, but a quick drive to the shore. There's not a safe city in the  More

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I am a 40yr old single female who moved to Palmetto about 6 years ago. Since I have been here, I have seen the change in the town. Despite a bad economy, Palmetto  More

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Over 19 years ago

My husband and I are moving from this area because the schools are more than poor. With almost no after school activites or diverse educational choices. If you child  More

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