Key West

Welcome to Key West

Laid back, free-spirited, artistic, quirky, and scenic, Key West is one of the most unique places in the United States. Known for its live-and-let-live attitude, tropical climate, history, and seemingly continuous happy hour, this island is renowned for converting vacationers into residents.

Since its earliest days, people have come to the end of the Florida Keys island chain to fish, write, revel, and rejuvenate. From the famous, including Ernest Hemingway, John J Audubon, and Tennessee Williams – to infamous, Key West has always been where you can be yourself, find yourself, or reinvent yourself.

Key West Real Estate Insights

Key West real estate is comprised of mansions, estates, condos & more. Contact the Key West real estate agents and Real Estate Agents at OceanSIR to find houses & homes for sale in Key West, FL.

Overview for Key West, FL

28,684 people live in Key West, where the median age is 47.3 and the average individual income is $46,385.42. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau.

28,684

Total Population

47.3 years

Median Age

High

Population Density Population Density This is the number of people per square mile in a neighborhood.

$46,385.42

Average individual Income

Around Key West, FL

There's plenty to do around Key West, including shopping, dining, nightlife, parks, and more. Data provided by Walk Score and Yelp.

69

Somewhat Walkable

Walking Score

87

Very Bikeable

Bike Score

23

Minimal Transit

Transit Score

Points of Interest

Explore popular things to do in the area, including Woody Wagon Key West, Stingray Steve, and Kirby’s Closet.

Name	Category	Distance	Reviews	Ratings by Yelp
Visit the Woody Wagon Key West page on Yelp Search 512 Green St on Google Maps	Dining	1.77 miles	5 reviews	5/5 stars
Visit the Stingray Steve page on Yelp Search 205 Elizabeth St on Google Maps	Shopping	1.66 miles	6 reviews	5/5 stars
Visit the Kirby’s Closet page on Yelp Search 218 Whitehead St on Google Maps	Shopping	1.9 miles	8 reviews	5/5 stars
Visit the Good Times Key West page on Yelp Search 1605 N Roosevelt Blvd on Google Maps	Active	0.74 miles	5 reviews	5/5 stars
Visit the Yoga on the Beach page on Yelp Search 601 Howard England Rd on Google Maps	Active	2.42 miles	18 reviews	5/5 stars
Visit the Blue Ice Sailing Charters page on Yelp Search 201 William St on Google Maps	Active	1.59 miles	5 reviews	5/5 stars
Visit the Laid Back Key West page on Yelp Search 5130 US 1 on Google Maps	Active	1.96 miles	21 reviews	5/5 stars
Visit the Island Comfort Mobility page on Yelp Search 5170 US Hwy 1 on Google Maps	Active	2.09 miles	5 reviews	5/5 stars
Visit the Captain Rio's Charters Key West page on Yelp Search 5130 Overseas Hwy on Google Maps	Active	1.99 miles	7 reviews	5/5 stars
Visit the Stray Cat Sailing Adventures Key West page on Yelp Search 6810 Front St on Google Maps	Active	2.74 miles	6 reviews	5/5 stars
Visit the Key West Room Escape page on Yelp Search 314 Simonton St on Google Maps	Active	1.7 miles	32 reviews	5/5 stars
Visit the Key West HydroBikes page on Yelp Search 150 Simonton St on Google Maps	Active	1.77 miles	9 reviews	5/5 stars
Visit the Salty Bonez Adventures page on Yelp Search 1801 N Roosevelt Blvd on Google Maps	Active	0.71 miles	6 reviews	5/5 stars
Visit the Conch Scooters page on Yelp Search 5130 Overseas Hwy 1 Naval Air Station Ky W Fl on Google Maps	Active	0.19 miles	19 reviews	5/5 stars
Visit the Nice Guy Charters page on Yelp Search 5001 5th Ave on Google Maps	Active	1.85 miles	6 reviews	5/5 stars
Visit the Captain Chazz Sailing Experience page on Yelp Search 6000 Peninsular Ave on Google Maps	Active	3.11 miles	7 reviews	5/5 stars
Visit the Native Sun Private Charters page on Yelp Search 5950 Peninsular Ave on Google Maps	Active	2.97 miles	11 reviews	5/5 stars
Visit the Key West Tiki Boat page on Yelp Search 5130 Overseas Hwy on Google Maps	Active	1.99 miles	9 reviews	5/5 stars
Visit the Blue Moon Kayak Key West page on Yelp Search 5016 5th Ave on Google Maps	Active	1.86 miles	12 reviews	5/5 stars
Visit the Bert's bar page on Yelp Search 213-217 Duval St on Google Maps	Nightlife	1.8 miles	20 reviews	5/5 stars
Visit the The Champagne Room page on Yelp Search 500 Truman Ave on Google Maps	Nightlife	1.57 miles	6 reviews	5/5 stars
Visit the Key West Hair and Makeup page on Yelp Search 328 Simonton St on Google Maps	Beauty	1.67 miles	9 reviews	5/5 stars

Demographics and Employment Data for Key West, FL

Population Households Employment

Key West has 12,191 households, with an average household size of 2. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau. Here’s what the people living in Key West do for work — and how long it takes them to get there. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau. 28,684 people call Key West home. The population density is 2,827 and the largest age group is Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau.

28,684

Total Population

High

Population Density Population Density This is the number of people per square mile in a neighborhood.

47.3

Median Age

53.38 / 46.62%

Men vs Women

Population by Age Group

0-9:

0-9 Years

10-17:

10-17 Years

18-24:

18-24 Years

25-64:

25-64 Years

65-74:

65-74 Years

75+:

75+ Years

Education Level

Less Than 9th Grade
High School Degree
Associate Degree
Bachelor Degree
Graduate Degree

12,191

Total Households

2

Average Household Size

$46,385.42

Average individual Income

Marital Status

Married

Single

Divorced

Separated

Commute Time

0 to 14 Minutes

15 to 29 Minutes

30 to 59 Minutes

60+ Minutes

Schools in Key West, FL

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The following schools are within or nearby Key West. The rating and statistics can serve as a starting point to make baseline comparisons on the right schools for your family. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau.

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