An aerial view of the skyline in St. Petersburg, FL. Nicknamed the “Sunshine City,” it’s sunny 361 days a year here, and the community holds a Guinness World Record for the most consecutive days of sunshine.
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St. Petersburg, FL

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Let’s start with the basics: St. Petersburg, FL has a population of 256241. What about cost of living in St. Petersburg, FL? The median income in St. Petersburg, FL is $73,606 and the median home value is $304,804.

Read on to learn more about St. Petersburg, FL, and if you’d like some tips and advice for making your big move, check out our Make Your Move page, where you’ll find all kinds of stories and insights including How to Start Over in a New City, Tips for Getting to Know a New City Before You Move and so much more.

Weather in St. Petersburg, FL

Average Temperatures

82 high / 66 low

Average Annual Rainfall

52 in

Average Annual Snowfall

0 in

Quick Facts about St. Petersburg, Florida

Median Home Value
$304,804
Median Property Tax
$2,854
Total Population
256,241
Average Commute
20 min
Median Household Income
$73,606
Median Monthly Rent
$1,134

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