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Shalimar, a town in Okaloosa County, Florida, has an estimated population of around 850 people as of the 2020 Census. The median age is approximately 44 years, reflecting a mature population. Gender distribution is roughly 49% male and 51% female. The racial and ethnic makeup is predominantly White (about 81%), followed by African American (5%), Asian (2%), and people of two or more races (8%). Hispanic or Latino residents comprise around 6% of the total population.

Shalimar, Okaloosa County, FL, features a mix of single-family homes and townhouses, with a median home value around $370,000 (2024). About 69% of residents are homeowners, while 31% rent, with median monthly rents near $1,800. Neighborhoods like Poquito Bayou are sought after for waterfront properties. The housing market has seen steady 5% growth annually since 2022. Property taxes average 0.71% of assessed value, translating to roughly $2,600 per year for a median-priced home. Shalimar offers suburban charm with proximity to Eglin AFB and the Emerald Coast beaches.

Shalimar, Okaloosa, FL, is primarily served by Okaloosa County School District, featuring schools such as Shalimar Elementary and nearby Choctawhatchee High School. The district graduation rate is about 90%. There are no colleges or universities within Shalimar, but Northwest Florida State College is located 7 miles away, supporting adult education and bachelor’s programs. The area has around 5 K-12 schools, with average school ratings of 7/10. School safety is a priority, with district protocols in place and incident rates below state average. Programs include STEM, arts, and Advanced Placement (AP) for college credit.

Shalimar, in Okaloosa County, FL, relies heavily on personal vehicles, with over 92% of residents commuting by car and a vehicle ownership rate of approximately 96%. Public transit usage is minimal, under 1%, reflecting limited transit infrastructure. The average one-way commute time is about 22 minutes, slightly below the national average. Major employment hubs include nearby Eglin Air Force Base and Fort Walton Beach. Transportation infrastructure mainly comprises state and county roads, with U.S. Highway 85 providing regional connectivity. Carpooling is practiced by roughly 7% of commuters, underscoring the dominance of single-occupancy vehicle travel.

Shalimar, Okaloosa County, FL, has limited healthcare facilities within city limits, with most residents accessing care at Fort Walton Beach Medical Center (267 beds) and HCA Florida Twin Cities Hospital (65 beds) in nearby cities. Several local clinics and primary care offices serve Shalimar’s population (~860). Okaloosa County reports an uninsured rate of 12%, with 15% of residents on Medicare and 18% on Medicaid. Common health issues mirror Florida trends: hypertension (32% of adults), obesity (30%), and diabetes (13%). Primary care provider ratios in Okaloosa County are 1:2,100 residents, slightly above the Florida average.