At a glance
26,000
Population
68
Median age
$63,000
Median income
$430,000
Median home price
0.85%/yr
Property tax
$4,000
Monthly budget
104 (100=avg)
Cost of living
264/yr
Sunny days
46/100
Walk score
SRQ — Sarasota (30 min)
Airport
4/5
Healthcare
75/100
Safety
Climate: Subtropical, mild winters · State tax: No state income tax
Why retire in Venice?
A walkable island downtown, shark-tooth beaches, and one of the highest concentrations of retirees in the country make Venice a quieter, value-minded coastal pick.
Pros
- Charming, walkable downtown
- Lower prices than Naples/Sarasota
- Strong retiree community
- No state income tax
Consider
- Fewer nightlife options
- Hurricane exposure
- Limited public transit
Lifestyle
Beach walks, cycling the Legacy Trail, community theater, and a friendly, low-key downtown.
Housing options
Ranch homes, villas, and value-priced 55+ communities; new construction growing in Wellen Park.
Healthcare
ShorePoint Health Venice plus easy access to Sarasota Memorial's network.
Senior living resources
Venice Senior Friendship Center
Active 55+ community calendars
Legacy Trail fitness
Faith and volunteer groups
Local housing market
$430,000
Median sale price
58
Avg days on market
+3% yr/yr
Appreciation