Clewiston, FL

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 3/10
directions_run Walkability 4/10
directions_bus Transit 4/10
directions_car Commute 6/10
home Housing 8/10
visibility Safety 5/10
local_library Schools 4/10
local_airport Airports 10/10
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
Frequent Flyer’s Paradise. Access to the airport is extremely convenient with minimal travel time. Ideal for frequent travelers.
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
Average to Mixed. Schools perform near average overall, though quality can vary by campus. Students have access to standard educational pathways, with some stronger programs available.

Residents

Population
7,257 332.4M (US)
Median Age
35.1 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
72.6% 64% (US)
College-Educated
16.3% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$57,110 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
89.8% 88% (US)
Average Commute
30 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
15.5% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$210,000 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$573 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$611 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
56.1% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Hendry County
5
Clewiston Urban 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

Hendry County
5
Clewiston Urban Area
4
Florida
5

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 2 0 62
Feb 2 0 65
Mar 3 0 68
Apr 2 0 72
May 4 0 77
Jun 8 0 81
Jul 8 0 82
Aug 8 0 82
Sep 7 0 81
Oct 3 0 76
Nov 2 0 70
Dec 2 0 65

Hazards

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place leans blue, with 53% of residents leaning left and 44% leaning right. However, Hillary Clinton carried the area by a wide margin in the 2016 presidential election.

Liberal (54%) (44%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 43%
Hillary Clinton 55%
Other 2%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District 18, FL State Senate District 28, FL State House District 82, FL
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Schools

Clewiston Middle School
<1 miles, N • 1.9 star
Clewiston Christian School
<1 miles, N • 1 star
Westside Elementary School
<1 miles, S • 2.8 star
Eastside Elementary School
<1 miles, S • 3.7 star
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Colleges

South University-West Palm Beach
46 miles, SE • 1.4 star
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Hospitals

Hendry Regional Medical Center
<1 miles, NW • 3.2 star
Lakeside Medical Center
17 miles, SE • 3.2 star
Raulerson Hospital
36 miles, NE • 2.3 star
Palms West Hospital
43 miles, SE • 2.3 star
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Airports

Palm Beach International Airport
52 miles, SE • 2.8 star
Punta Gorda Airport
66 miles, NW • 1.9 star
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