Sebastian, FL vs Winter Haven, FL
Side-by-side comparison of housing, income, commute, safety, and quality of life.
Score Snapshot
No universal winner
Scores summarize the published model. Use the objective metric differences below and your own priorities to choose.
Sebastian
68.5
#1315 nationally
Winter Haven
71.1
#1028 nationally
Winter Haven leads in walk score (25 vs 15). Sebastian leads in crime level (4.2 vs 6.5). Sebastian leads in median household income ($65,650 vs $56,425).
Metric-by-Metric Breakdown
| Metric | Sebastian, FL | Winter Haven, FL |
|---|---|---|
| WhereAtHome Score | 68.5 (#1315) | 71.1 (#1028) |
| Population | 26,846 | 57,109 |
| Typical Home Value (ZHVI) | $350,279 | $274,480 |
| Median Household Income | $65,650 | $56,425 |
| Average Commute | 31.5 min | 27.9 min |
| Walk Score | 15 | 25 |
| Crime Level | 4.2 | 6.5 |
| School Rating | N/A | N/A |
| Cost of Living Index | 109 | 100 |
| Political lean County 2024 presidential margin — context only, not scored | R+20.8 | R+20.7 |
D+
68.5 Score
Sebastian, FL
Small Florida city with local appeal
Median Home
$350,279
Population
26,846
Crime
Moderate-Low
Walk Score
15
Southeast
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71.1 Score
Winter Haven, FL
Florida community balancing growth and livability
Median Home
$274,480
Population
57,109
Crime
Moderate
Walk Score
25
Southeast
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