Climate
Average temperatures in the summer are around 80 degrees, with almost five inches more rain in August than the national average.
Geography
Brandon is about 10 miles east of Tampa, not far from the Tampa Bay shore.<br>
Cultural Attractions
The Tampa Bay Performing Arts Center is a nationally-recognized theater that performs Broadway plays and ballets.<br>
Recreation
The city is home to six parks.<br>
Fun Fact
The Florida Aquarium in Tampa Bay holds over 10,000 types of plants and animals.<br>
Demographics
Demographic Detail
- Population:
- 100,340
- Population under 55:
- 79.9%
- Population over 55:
- 20.1%
City Detail
- Crime rate:
- High
- Closest large city:
- Tampa
Marital Status 2010
Weather
Weather Detail
- Air quality:
- Poor
- Temperature:
- 90°F July High, 52°F January Low
Jobs & Economy
Housing
- Median income:
- $50,912
- Median home price:
- $113,500
- Average property tax:
- $1,926
Income & Jobs
- Unemployment rate 2010:
- 11.6%
- High
- Cost of living:
- Low
Employment Projections
Education
K–12
- Elementary schools:
- 17
- Middle schools:
- 14
- High schools:
- 6
Higher Education
- Best Colleges at the location:
- 0
- Best Colleges within 30 miles:
- 14
- Best Colleges within 50 miles:
- 19
Health Care & Retirement
Hospitals
- Hospitals/Best Hospitals at the location:
- 1/0
- Hospitals/Best Hospitals within 30 miles:
- 26/3
- Hospitals/Best Hospitals within 50 miles:
- 54/3
Retirement Facilities
- Community care facilities for the elderly:
- 190
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