Climate
The area’s climate is relatively warm throughout the year, and rainfall increases sharply during the summer months.
Geography
Located near Lake Carroll, Greater Carrollwood is a few minutes north of Tampa and east of the Pinellas Peninsula and central Florida’s west coast.
Cultural Attractions
Just west of the community is Citrus Park Town Center, one of the region’s largest shopping outlets with 1 million square feet of retail area.
Recreation
The Carrollwood area contains several parks and lakes that, coupled with its proximity to the city of Tampa, give residents multiple recreational options.
Economy
Serving mainly as a residential suburb of Tampa, Greater Carrollwood has a good economic base and supports a large population of upper-middle-class families.
Demographics
Demographic Detail
- Population:
- 34,452
- Population under 55:
- 76.9%
- Population over 55:
- 23.1%
City Detail
- Crime rate:
- Low
- 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:
- $51,997
- Median home price:
- $100,000
- Average property tax:
- $1,828
Income & Jobs
- Unemployment rate 2010:
- 11.6%
- High
- Cost of living:
- Low
Employment Projections
Education
Higher Education
- Best Colleges at the location:
- 0
- Best Colleges within 30 miles:
- 12
- Best Colleges within 50 miles:
- 17
Health Care & Retirement
Hospitals
- Hospitals/Best Hospitals at the location:
- 0/0
- Hospitals/Best Hospitals within 30 miles:
- 36/3
- Hospitals/Best Hospitals within 50 miles:
- 47/3
Retirement Facilities
- Community care facilities for the elderly:
- 7
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