Median Age
66 Years
Largest Age Group
65-74 Years
Approximately 23% of Residents
Under 20
9%
Over 65
53%
Siesta Key
Siesta Key, FL Area Guide
A trendy island getaway fit for every type of renter
Upscale
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Beach
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Coastal
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Tourism
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Family-Friendly
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Nightlife
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The island neighbor to Sarasota, the city of Siesta Key is a lively suburb and tourist destination filled with seafood joints, bars, cafes, and upscale rentals with oceanfront views. Though the cost of living is a little higher in Siesta Key, it’s easy to see why. This coastal oasis blends a family-friendly atmosphere with a happening nightlife scene, offering something for every type of renter. From Captain Curt’s Crab & Oyster Bar to the Siesta Key Oyster Bar, seafood restaurants are this city’s specialty.
Locals enjoy visiting the Daiquiri Decks in both Siesta Key Village and South Siesta Key. Though the city’s restaurants and bars keep tourists and residents happy, Siesta Key Beach is the main event. The white sand, clear waters, and welcoming community make Siesta Key the family-friendly tourist destination that it is. But this city is more than just a summer vacation getaway. Residents love living here all year round! Local businesses, small town charm, and waterfront views are just a few of the reasons renters recommend living in Florida’s Siesta Key.
Demographics
Median Household Income
$110,315
Average: $147,887
Education
6,910
Residents Have a Degree
Job Market
3,706
Workers Employed
Age Distribution
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Housing Distribution
Siesta Key has more homeowners than renters.
Renters
12%
Non-Renters
88%
Education Distribution
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Bachelor's or Higher
57%
Other Education
43%
Getting Around
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Somewhat Walkable
Walkability
20
/ 100
Exceptionally Drivable
Drivability
90
/ 100
Fairly Bikeable
Bikeability
50
/ 100
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Points of Interest
Shopping Centers
Parks and Recreation
- Phillippi Estate Park
- Red Bug Slough Preserve
- Marie Selby Botanical Gardens
- Urfer Family Park
- Mote Marine Aquarium
Military Bases
Airports
- Sarasota/Bradenton International
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Methodology
† Our analysis of utilities, groceries, transportation, healthcare, home prices, and other goods and services is sourced from the Cost of Living Index, a respected benchmark published by the Council for Community and Economic Research (C2ER) that provides a thorough overview of living expenses across different regions.
Rent data is provided by CoStar Group’s Market Trend reports. As the industry leader in commercial real estate information, analytics, and news, CoStar conducts extensive research to produce and maintain a comprehensive database of commercial real estate information. We combine this data with public record to provide the most up-to-date rental information available.
Consumer goods, services, and home prices are sourced from the Cost of Living Index published by the Council for Community and Economic Research (C2ER). The data on this page is updated quarterly. It was last published in February 2026.
Demographic information comes from Neustar and combines detailed address data with U.S. Census and American Community Survey statistics to produce reliable local estimates.