Okeechobee, FL

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 2/10
directions_run Walkability 3/10
directions_bus Transit 3/10
directions_car Commute 8/10
home Housing 8/10
visibility Safety 5/10
local_library Schools 6/10
local_airport Airports 9/10
school Colleges 2/10
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
Not Walkable. The area is heavily car-dependent, with almost no amenities within walking distance or pedestrian-friendly infrastructure.
directions_car Commute
Convenient Commutes. Commutes are manageable, with reasonable travel times and access to reliable transportation options.
directions_bus Transit
Very Limited Access. The area has little to no public transportation infrastructure, making it difficult to travel without a personal vehicle.
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
Higher Education Desert. The area has little to no access to colleges, requiring significant travel or relocation for education.
local_library Schools
Strong Performance. Well-regarded schools with above-average academic outcomes, dependable graduation success, and solid support for college preparation.

Residents

Population
5,376 332.4M (US)
Median Age
37.7 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
64.6% 64% (US)
College-Educated
20.5% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$50,365 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
78.8% 88% (US)
Average Commute
21 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
4.8% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$187,400 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$521 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$815 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
60.5% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Okeechobee County
5
Okeechobee 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

Okeechobee County
6
Okeechobee Urban Area
6
Florida
5

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 2 0 61
Feb 2 0 64
Mar 4 0 66
Apr 2 0 71
May 4 0 77
Jun 8 0 80
Jul 6 0 82
Aug 8 0 82
Sep 6 0 81
Oct 4 0 76
Nov 2 0 69
Dec 2 0 64

Hazards

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is deep red country, with 38% of residents leaning left and 59% leaning right.

Liberal (38%) (60%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 69%
Hillary Clinton 29%
Other 2%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District 18, FL State Senate District 29, FL State House District 83, FL
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Schools

Okeechobee Christian Academy
<1 miles, S • 3.2 star
Central Elementary School
<1 miles, W • 3.2 star
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Colleges

Indian River State College
32 miles, E • 1.4 star
Fortis Institute-Port Saint Lucie
32 miles, E • 1.4 star
Fort Pierce Beauty Academy
33 miles, E • 1 star
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Hospitals

Raulerson Hospital
1 miles, N • 2.3 star
St Lucie Medical Center
33 miles, E • 2.3 star
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Airports

Palm Beach International Airport
59 miles, SE • 2.8 star
Melbourne International Airport
61 miles, NE • 1 star
Punta Gorda Airport
75 miles, W • 1.9 star
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