Florida · Air Force

Arbuckle Airfield

Florida

  • Air Force
  • Florida

Installation overview

About Arbuckle Airfield

Arbuckle Airfield is a U.S. military installation in Florida.

Use this page for location context, nearby community factors, and related base discovery pathways.

Location

Arbuckle Airfield Location & Map

Florida

Map marker represents general installation location.

Loading map...

Location details are provided for directory discovery and should be verified on official sources.

Quick Facts

Branch
Air Force
State
Florida
Area hazard risk
Relatively Moderate

Public sources

This page is an informational directory entry. For gate access, visitor rules, and operational procedures, always use official military websites.

Last verified: March 2026

Living Near the Base

  • Compare rent and home prices by neighborhood, then estimate commute patterns to primary gates.
  • Review nearby town and city options to match school, healthcare, and daily service priorities.
  • Use official channels for updated traffic, gate access, and installation-specific procedures.

Family and Lifestyle

  • Family fit varies by school zones, commute times, and community amenities in surrounding areas.
  • Lifestyle can range from urban convenience to suburban quiet depending on where you choose to live.
  • Climate and recreation options around Arbuckle Airfield should be factored into relocation planning.

Things to Do Nearby

  • Local parks, trails, and recreation areas
  • Community events and regional cultural attractions
  • Nearby shopping, dining, and family amenities

PCS and Relocation Notes

  • Research neighborhoods by commute time, not just mileage.
  • Compare full monthly costs including transportation, utilities, and childcare.
  • Confirm installation-specific arrival and access guidance through official channels.

PCS Climate and Natural Hazards

Climate and hazard profile near Arbuckle Airfield

NOAA climate normals from the nearest reporting station (AVON PARK 2 W, FL US), plus community-level hazard exposure for Highlands County.

Avg high
84.2°F
Avg low
62.5°F
Annual rainfall
52.68 in
Typical snowfall
0 in

Natural-hazard exposure

Overall: Relatively Moderate
HurricaneVery High
WildfireVery Low
TornadoRelatively Low
FloodRelatively Moderate
Extreme heatRelatively Moderate

Climate normals period: 1991-2020. Hazard ratings are community-level public references for PCS planning and are not installation-specific determinations. Sources: NOAA NCEI and FEMA National Risk Index methodology. Compare bases by natural-hazard risk.

Compare Arbuckle Airfield

Build a side-by-side PCS comparison with a permanent shareable URL.

Nearby Bases

Installations with close regional proximity.

More Bases in Florida

Continue discovery within the same state.

More Air Force Bases

Compare similar branch installations in other states.

Related Guides

Continue exploring military base comparisons and relocation-focused guides.

Related Hubs

Arbuckle Airfield FAQ

Quick answers to common relocation and location questions.

Where is Arbuckle Airfield located?

Arbuckle Airfield is located in Florida.

What city is closest to Arbuckle Airfield?

Check official installation resources for nearest city and access details.

What is it like to live near Arbuckle Airfield?

Living near a military installation varies by commute, housing market, school access, and community amenities. Use this page as a starting point and verify local details directly.

What is the natural-hazard risk near Arbuckle Airfield?

The surrounding Highlands community has a FEMA National Risk Index rating of Relatively Moderate. Climate normals nearby include average high near 84.2°F, average low near 62.5°F, about 52.68 inches of annual rainfall, about 0 inches of typical snowfall. These are community-level public references for PCS planning, not installation-specific hazard determinations.