Geography
Venice is located on Florida's west coast on the Gulf of Mexico.
Cultural Attractions
The annual Sharks Tooth and Seafood Festival is a community event that attracts thousands of visitors.
Recreation
The Historic Spanish Point Museum exhibits the region's archaeological history.
Historical
Venice sits on land that was purchased from Florida for about 90 cents an acre.
Fun Fact
The plentiful prehistoric sharks' teeth on the Venice beaches have earned the city the title "Shark Tooth Capital of the World."
Demographics
Demographic Detail
- Population:
- 19,319
- Population under 55:
- 28.8%
- Population over 55:
- 71.2%
City Detail
- Crime rate:
- Low
- Closest large city:
- Tampa
Marital Status 2010
Weather
Weather Detail
- Air quality:
- Good
- Temperature:
- 90°F July High, 50°F January Low
Jobs & Economy
Housing
- Median income:
- $38,735
- Median home price:
- $145,000
- Average property tax:
- $2,485
Income & Jobs
- Unemployment rate 2010:
- 11.4%
- High
- Cost of living:
- High
Employment Projections
Education
Higher Education
- Best Colleges at the location:
- 0
- Best Colleges within 30 miles:
- 2
- Best Colleges within 50 miles:
- 4
Health Care & Retirement
Hospitals
- Hospitals/Best Hospitals at the location:
- 1/0
- Hospitals/Best Hospitals within 30 miles:
- 14/0
- Hospitals/Best Hospitals within 50 miles:
- 24/1
Retirement Facilities
- Community care facilities for the elderly:
- 501
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