Question 1

Is 32953 a safe area?

Accepted Answer

ZIP code 32953 in Merritt Island has a crime score of 50/100, which is roughly average for the region. Reported incidents per 1,000 residents track close to the Merritt Island city median. Both violent and property crime fall within the expected range for an urban ZIP code. Reviewing the Full Crime Report for 32953 and checking the local police department's crime mapping tool for current incident patterns before making decisions is recommended.

Question 2

What are the best schools near 32953?

Accepted Answer

ZIP code 32953 has a school score of 100/100, based on NCES EdFacts math and reading proficiency data for public schools in and near ZIP 32953. Schools in this area perform significantly above state averages — proficiency rates consistently outpace both the city and national benchmarks. For families prioritizing public school quality, 32953 ranks among the stronger ZIP codes in Merritt Island. Scores reflect SY 2020-21 EdFacts assessment data; individual school performance may vary, and reviewing each school's most recent state report card is recommended.

Question 3

What is the average home price in 32953?

Accepted Answer

The median home sale price in 32953 is approximately $427K, based on recent Zillow Research ZHVI data. This places 32953 near the metro median for comparable neighborhoods. Median rent in 32953 is available in the Full Market Report. Prices fluctuate with market conditions; Zillow data reflects trailing sale prices, not current listing prices.

Question 4

Is 32953 a good place to live?

Accepted Answer

ZIP code 32953 has an overall NeighborScore of 66/100, placing it in the moderate range for Merritt Island. The score combines crime rate (40% weight), school quality (35%), and relative property value (25%), each normalized to the metro area. At 66/100, 32953 scores similarly to the middle tier of Merritt Island neighborhoods — neither among the strongest nor the weakest performers. Individual priorities (commute, school age, budget) should guide how much weight you give this composite vs. the component scores.

Merritt Island — ZIP 32953

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School	Grades	Students	Math ↓	Reading
MERRITT ISLAND HIGH SCHOOL	09–12	—	—	—
EDGEWOOD JR/SR HIGH SCHOOL	07–12	—	—	—
MILA ELEMENTARY SCHOOL	PK–06	—	—	—
LEWIS CARROLL ELEMENTARY SCHOOL	PK–06	—	—	—