Belle Glade, FL

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 3/10
directions_run Walkability 4/10
directions_bus Transit 4/10
directions_car Commute 7/10
home Housing 9/10
visibility Safety 4/10
local_library Schools 2/10
local_airport Airports 8/10
school Colleges 4/10
accessibility Hospitals 1/10
directions_bike Bikeability
Not Bikeable. The area lacks biking infrastructure and has unsafe or impractical conditions for cyclists, requiring alternative transportation methods.
directions_run Walkability
Walkability Challenges. Walking is possible for a few errands, but most trips require driving or other transportation due to distance or infrastructure limitations.
directions_car Commute
Average Commutes. Travel times and convenience are typical, with some challenges during peak hours or in certain areas.
directions_bus Transit
Limited Options. Public transportation is present but inconsistent or poorly connected, often requiring reliance on other travel methods.
home Housing
Relatively Affordable. Housing and rent are moderately priced, and the overall cost of living is manageable for the average household.
visibility Safety
Safety Challenges. The area has higher crime rates, with a noticeable presence of violent or property crime requiring vigilance.
local_airport Airports
Very Accessible. Reaching the airport is easy and manageable, suitable for most travel needs.
accessibility Hospitals
Healthcare Scarce. The area has little to no access to hospitals or healthcare providers, requiring significant travel for most medical needs.
school Colleges
Limited Access. Few colleges are nearby, and travel or relocation may be necessary for quality higher education opportunities.
local_library Schools
Limited Opportunity. Schools often face persistent academic or resource challenges. Graduation rates, college readiness, and access to advanced programs may be below average.

Residents

Population
16,818 332.4M (US)
Median Age
34.7 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
72.6% 64% (US)
College-Educated
14.6% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$47,191 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
70.2% 88% (US)
Average Commute
27 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
9.5% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$141,100 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$457 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$672 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
34.4% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Palm Beach County
5
Miami-Fort Lauderdale-West Palm Beach Metro Area
5
Florida
5

Property Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing theft, burglary, or property damage.

How the Property Crime Score here compares with other places

Palm Beach County
6
Miami-Fort Lauderdale-West Palm Beach Metro Area
6
Florida
5

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 2 0 63
Feb 2 0 65
Mar 3 0 68
Apr 3 0 72
May 4 0 77
Jun 8 0 81
Jul 8 0 82
Aug 8 0 82
Sep 7 0 81
Oct 4 0 77
Nov 2 0 70
Dec 2 0 65

Hazards

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is deep blue country, with 81% of residents leaning left and 16% leaning right.

Liberal (83%) (16%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 16%
Hillary Clinton 84%
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Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District 20, FL State Senate District 26, FL State House District 94, FL
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Schools

Glades Day School
<1 miles, NE • 5 star
Belle Glade Elementary School
<1 miles, NW • 1.4 star
Lake Shore Middle School
<1 miles, W • 1.4 star
Crossroads Academy
1 miles, W • 1.9 star
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Colleges

South University-West Palm Beach
29 miles, E • 1.4 star
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Hospitals

Lakeside Medical Center
2 miles, N • 3.2 star
Hendry Regional Medical Center
18 miles, NW • 3.2 star
Palms West Hospital
26 miles, SE • 2.3 star
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Airports

Palm Beach International Airport
35 miles, SE • 2.8 star
Miami International Airport
66 miles, S • 4.1 star
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