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City guide · Updated June 2026
North AmericaUnited States24.6° · -81.8°
Key West,Florida.
Tropical island paradise where the Caribbean meets quirky Florida Keys charm.
Key West · US
Key WestUnited States
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Key West International Airport (EYW)NEAREST AIRPORT
Population
27,799.7
Total residents
Global rank
#636
Wanderlust index
Best time
November to April offers pleasant…
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Time zone
America/New_York
Local time
Currency
USD
Money in use
Language
English
Spoken locally
01 · Overview
About Key West
Tropical island paradise where the Caribbean meets quirky Florida Keys charm.
Key West is the southernmost city in the contiguous United States, famous for its laid-back island lifestyle, vibrant arts scene, and stunning sunset celebrations. Home to historic literary landmarks, water sports, and a thriving nightlife scene, it offers a unique blend of Caribbean culture and American beach town appeal.
02 · Wanderlust scorecard
How Key West scores
Ratings run 0 to 5 unless marked. They come from our AI-assisted research and are refreshed on a rolling basis.
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/ 5
Cost of living
Affordability, 0–5. Higher means cheaper.
5
/ 5
Leisure
Leisure rating, 0–5.
56
Mbps
Connectivity
Median internet speed.
3.6
/ 5
Safety
Safety rating, 0–5. Higher is safer.
2.3
/ 5
Overall livability
Overall rating, 0–5.
5
/ 5
Air quality
Air-quality rating, 0–5. Higher is cleaner.
6.8
index
Index score
Wanderlust ranking, 0–10: overall, safety, internet, cost, leisure and air quality, weighted.
03 · Weather & when to go
Best time to visit Key West
Current weather and the forecast, and the months our research rates best for a visit.
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Sweet spot: November to April offers pleasant weather and fewer hurricanes..
More cities for these months: Where to go in January · Where to go in February · Where to go in March · Where to go in April · Where to go in November · Where to go in December
04 · Things to do
Things to do in Key West
Top sights from our AI-assisted research, and other places we have photos of.
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Ernest Hemingway Home & Museum
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Fort Jefferson National Monument
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Key West Butterfly Conservatory
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Dry Tortugas National Park
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Bahia Honda State Park
05 · Monthly cost of living
Cost of living in Key West
Estimated monthly totals in USD from our AI-assisted research, one per profile. Treat them as a starting point for a budget, not a quote.
$4,873
estimated monthly spend · USDProfileExpat
Price references — vs. profile benchmarks
Nomadmonthly spend · USD
$8,779
+80%
Expatmonthly spend · USD
$4,873
baseline
Familymonthly spend · USD
$9,312.5
+91%
Localmonthly spend · USD
$2,547.7
-48%
Median fiber speeddownload · Mbps
56
Mbps
06 · Neighborhoods
Where to stay in Key West
Neighborhoods our AI-assisted research lists as popular with visitors.
Old Town
Truman Avenue
Bahama Village
Solares Hill
07 · Insider tips
Sights and neighbourhoods, with a tip each.
Practical tips on places from this Key West guide, written with AI. One is free; Pro members see the rest. Double-check details before you go.
Insider tips · Wanderlust Pro
Practical tips on the sights and neighbourhoods in this Key Westguide — when to go, what most visitors miss. Written with AI about the guide's own places; double-check details before you go. Pro members see every tip.
08 · Practical notes
Practical information for Key West
The essentials from this guide's data, in one place.
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Getting there
- Nearest airport — Key West International Airport (EYW)
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Money
- Currency — USD
- Affordability — 1/5 on the Wanderlust index (higher is cheaper)
03
Internet
- Median speed — 56 Mbps
- Internet score — 5/5
04
Safety
- Safety score — 3.6/5 from our AI-assisted research
05
Language
- Primary language — English
06
Timing
- Best window — November to April offers pleasant weather and fewer hurricanes.
- Time zone — America/New_York
Questions
Frequently asked, plainly answered.
The quick answers travelers want before they commit to flights, neighborhoods, and how long to stay.
Is Key West safe for travelers?+
Key West has a safety rating of 3.6 out of 5.
What is the best time to visit Key West?+
The best time to visit Key West is November to April offers pleasant weather and fewer hurricanes..
How expensive is Key West?+
Key West has an affordability score of 1 out of 5, where 5 is most affordable.
What is the internet speed in Key West?+
Key West has an average internet speed of 56 Mbps.
What currency does Key West use?+
The currency used in Key West is USD.
What language is spoken in Key West?+
The primary language spoken in Key West is English.
Work-ready layer
Coworking spots and laptop-friendly anchors.
Real coworking spaces, laptop-friendly cafés, and libraries mapped near the center of the city — the closest, best-rated desks first.
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Personal trip brief
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Travel style
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Work constraints
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Real tradeoffs
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Traveler reviews
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