These Are The Top 25 Places To Raise A Family In Florida

With kids back in school, parents don't need to worry if they're getting a quality education in many Florida communities, according to a list that ranks the state's best places for families.

The quality of public schools was just one of many factors Niche took into consideration when compiling 2025's list of Best Places to Raise a Family in America.

To determine which places topped the list, Niche analyzed data from sources like the U.S. Census Bureau, U.S. Department of Education and Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. Researchers also took into consideration millions of reviews from students, parents and residents.

Report cards for each place were then compiled based on factors including public schools, higher education rate, cost of living, crime and safety, housing and family amenities.

In Florida, the best place to raise a family is Harbour Island, a private, gated community in Tampa.

According to Niche, Harbour Island is also among the best places to live in Florida. With a population of just over 4,400 people, the neighborhood boasts many restaurants, coffee shops and parks, and the public schools are highly rated.

"Beautifully planned community with easy, convenient access to health and fitness club, arts, entertainment and dining," one reviewer wrote. "Schools are also a big plus for families with school-aged children."

The second-best place to raise a family in Florida is Palma Ceia West, a neighborhood of just over 1,600 people in Tampa.

According to Niche, living in Palma Ceia West offers residents a sparse suburban feel. The town also earned high marks from the publication for its schools, job opportunities, nightlife and outdoor activities.

Rounding out the top three best places to raise a family is Virginia Park, another Tampa community with a population of just over 6,000 people.

Here are the top 25 places in Florida to raise a family:

1. Harbour Island, Hillsborough County
2. Palma Ceia West, Hillsborough County
3. Virginia Park, Hillsborough County
4. West Meadows, Hillsborough County
5. Westchase, Hillsborough County
6. New Suburb Beautiful, Hillsborough County
7. Nocatee, St. John's County
8. Cory Lake Isles, Hillsborough County
9. Bel Mar, Hillsborough County
10. Palma Ceia, Hillsborough County
11. Davis Islands, Hillsborough County
12. Culbreath Isles, Hillsborough County
13. Audubon Park, Orange County
14. Hyde Park/Spanishtown Creek, Hillsborough County
15. Oviedo, Seminole County
16. Pinecrest, Miami-Dade County
17. Beach Park, Hillsborough County
18. Easton Park, Hillsborough County
19. Riverside Heights, Hillsborough County
20. Keystone, Hillsborough County
21. Hyde Park, Hillsborough County
22. Courier City/Oscawana, Hillsborough County
23. Golfview, Hillsborough County
24. Weston, Broward County
25. Parkland, Broward County

See Niche's full ranking online.

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