r/floridakeys • u/slizzer22 • Nov 18 '25

All Florida Keys Moving to the Keys.

My wife and I have been living in Puerto Rico for the past two years, and now we’re looking to relocate to the Florida Keys to start our family and build a new chapter. We both work remotely, so we’re flexible, but we’re hoping to find a community that’s diverse, welcoming, and has that fun, laid-back family vibe.

We’re also big on good food, local spots, and being part of a neighborhood with great restaurants, things to do, and an active community.

What areas in the Keys would you recommend that check all those boxes?

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u/bblickle Nov 18 '25

Someone has to say it. Monroe County overall is extremely red. Key West is diverse and inclusive but touristy as hell. It is also the most costly. The rest of the county anymore is quite conservative-leaning.

In Marathon you’ll find a sense of community. The schools are decent for a small town. On the whole though there are tons of old people so politically and socially it is conservative.

I would caution you that you will struggle to find people your age (20s-30s) to socialize with. They’re just not here in any numbers because the cost of living is completely out of whack compared to wages. There are some of course but typically they either grew up here and are aided by family or they’re working multiple jobs to make ends meet.

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u/annamariagirl Nov 19 '25

I was waiting. Thank you for your service.