Cape Canaveral, FL

Cape Canaveral, Florida

Cape Canaveral, Florida, in Brevard county, is 22 miles N of Melbourne, Florida (center to center) and 117 miles E of Tampa, Florida. Part of the surrounding Melbourne - Titusville - Palm Bay metro area, the city is not an isolated city. Cape Canaveral is home to some 8,829 residents.

The People and Families of Cape Canaveral

In Cape Canaveral, about 40% of adults are married. People in Cape Canaveral have space to make their own lives; many people there enjoy living in their own houses or apartments. The city somehow seems full of possibilities, with its large single population.

The people of Cape Canaveral are more likely male than female. You'll see many senior citizens in the city.

Wealth and Education

In 2000, Cape Canaveral had a median family income of $43,109.

Political Inclinations

George W. Bush was the top money-getter ($1,550) among 2004 Presidential candidates in Cape Canaveral. The Democratic party stood out in its ability to raise compaign money in the city.

Cape Canaveral Housing

According to the 2000 census, 50% of the housing in Cape Canaveral was owner-occupied. The city presents in interesting mix of housing units, including some used primarily seasonally or for vacations. Can't find a roommate? That's OK in Cape Canaveral, where renting little apartments isn't uncommon.

Commuting

In Cape Canaveral, 89% of commuters drive to work. Unlike a lot of places, in the city it is actually possible for many people to ride their bikes to work, or even walk.

High Points

Cape Canaveral strengths, compared to Peers (similar size places nationally) or State (other places in Florida):

Category	Trophy
Walking and Biking to Work (vs. Peers)	Top 4%

Comparative Profile of Cape Canaveral, FL

Comparing Cape Canaveral to similar size places nationwide (Peers) and to other places in Florida (State):

Ratings range from (lowest) to (highest).

The People

Characteristic	Compared to Peers	Compared to State
Age of the Population
Senior Citizens
Male Share of the Population
Well-Paid Single Men
Well-Paid Single Women
Racial Diversity
Female Share of the Population
Children Under 5 Years Old

Families

Characteristic	Compared to Peers	Compared to State
Portion of People Married
Average Household Size

Wealth

Characteristic	Compared to Peers	Compared to State
College Educated Adults
People Above Poverty
Median Family Income
People in Middle Class or Better

Commute & Sprawl

Characteristic	Compared to Peers	Compared to State
Walking and Biking to Work
Working at Home
Public Transportation Use
Short Commute Times

Housing

Characteristic	Compared to Peers	Compared to State
People Living Alone
Seasonal and Vacation Housing
Studio & One-Bedroom Rentals
Housing Recently Built
Affordability of Property Taxes
Affordability of Rents

Cape Canaveral Almanac

Cape Canaveral Climate

Nearest Weather Stations

• Temp ranges are avg daily min and max for the month
• Precipitation is rainfall (and rainfall equiv of snowfall)

Cape Canaveral Population (2000)

(From 2000 Census, as reported by individuals)

Political Contributions (2004)

Money donated by Cape Canaveral residents to parties and candidates for the 2004 elections.

by Political Party

by Presidential Candidate

Neighborhood and Nearby Area Names

According to the US Postal Service, Cape Canaveral, its neighborhoods, and/or surrounding areas are also referred to as:

Note that not all alternate names are acceptable for use in US Post Office addresses.

Nearby Cities and Towns

Cape Canaveral Colleges

(List of All Florida Colleges)

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