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Arcadia, FL

Florida · DeSoto County

Arcadia is a small city in Florida with a population of 7,571. Residents earn $38,388 per year, which is 49% below the national average.

2.4 /5.0
C Fair
7,571 Population 1,701/sq mi density
$38,388 Median Income $21,282 per capita
$158,900 Home Value $239,506 Zillow
$886 Median Rent 33.9% income on rent
72°F Avg Temperature 330 sunny days/yr
665 Violent Crime/100K 1,281 property/100K
C
Overall
2.4 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C
Economy
2.4 / 5.0
$38,388 median income, 3.1% unemployment
A
Affordability
4.3 / 5.0
$158,900 home value, $886/mo rent
F
Safety
1.0 / 5.0
665 violent crimes/100K (75% above avg)
D
Education
1.9 / 5.0
11.8% bachelor's degree or higher

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Full City Profile
Median Income $38,388
49% lower than US avg
Home Value $158,900
44% lower than US avg
Violent Crime 665/100K
75% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 11.8%
65% lower than US avg
Median Rent $886
24% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 44.5%
39% higher than US avg
Unemployment 3.1%
14% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 29.3%
136% higher than US avg

How Arcadia Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)

People

Population7,571
Median Age32.7 yrs
Density1,701/mi²
Male / Female47% / 53%
Largest GroupWhite 46%
Veterans1.9%

Economy

C
Median Income$38,388
Per Capita$21,282
Unemployment3.1%
Poverty29.3%
County GDP$1,419M
Commute24 min

Housing

A
Home Value$158,900
Rent$886
Ownership47.4%
Zillow$239,506
Housing Units3,359
Rent Burden33.9%

Crime

F
Violent665/100K
Property1,281/100K
Murder36.3/100K
Assault520/100K
Burglary363/100K

Health

Obesity44.5%
Uninsured27.1%
Smoking22.1%
Depression20.6%
Heart Disease8.3%

Climate

Avg Temp72°F (22°C)
AQI41 (Good)
Rain53.9 in/yr
Sunny Days330/yr
Elevation57 ft (17 m)

Education

D
Bachelor's+11.8%
High School+73.3%
Graduate+5.7%
School Score4.61

Community

2024 VoteR 71% / D 28%
Commute24 min
Broadband81.2%
EV Stations4
Libraries1

Is Arcadia a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Arcadia receives an overall livability score of 2.4 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include elevated crime rates, an elevated poverty rate, a high uninsured rate. Arcadia has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Arcadia is $38,388, 49% below the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 3.1%, indicating a healthy job market. The poverty rate of 29.3% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 24 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Arcadia is $158,900, 44% below the national median / offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $886 per month, below the national average / a plus for affordability. A price-to-income ratio of 4.1x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Safety & Crime

With 665 violent crimes per 100,000 residents, public safety is a notable concern / this is significantly above the national average of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 1,281 per 100,000, 35% below the national average.

Education

11.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 73.3% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.6/10.

Climate & Weather

Arcadia has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 72°F. Winters average 60°F in January while summers reach 81°F in July. With 330 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 53.9 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Arcadia has a population of 7,571 with a density of 1,701 people per square mile, spread across 4.1 square miles. The median age is 32.7 years, 16% younger than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 53.2% female and 46.8% male. The city is predominantly White (46.3%), with 24.2% Black. English is the primary language spoken at home by 77.3% of residents, while 22.7% speak Spanish. 1.9% of the population are veterans, below the national rate of 6.0%. 18.0% of residents have a disability (above the 13.0% national average). 78.9% have health insurance coverage.

Population

7,571
Total Population
1,701
People / sq mi
32.7yrs
Median Age
16% below US avg
4.1mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 46.8%
Female 53.2%

Race & Ethnicity

Arcadia vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only 77.3%
2% below US avg
Spanish 22.7%
69% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Arcadia vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Arcadia is $38,388, which is 49% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $21,282 (below the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $949, 34% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 3.1% (below the 3.6% US average). 29.3% of residents live below the poverty line, higher than the national rate of 12.4%. The area has 739 business establishments, including 34 restaurants. The cost of living index is 103.4, roughly in line with the national average. Workers commute an average of 24 minutes. 1.6% of workers work from home (below the 15.2% national rate).

Income: Arcadia vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$38,388
49% below US avg
Per Capita Income$21,282
Avg Weekly Wage$949
IRS Avg AGI$53,063
Gini Index0.427 (0=equal, 1=unequal)

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment3.1%
14% below US avg
Poverty Rate29.3%
136% above US avg
Establishments (County)739
County GDP$1,419M

Business (County)

Restaurants34
Healthcare44
Retail78
Manufacturing17

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$5,314
52% above US avg
Cost of Living103.40 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate3.34%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time24.2 min
Drive Alone58.2%
Public Transit0.6%
Work from Home1.6%

Walkability

The median home value in Arcadia is $158,900, 44% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $239,506, higher than the Census estimate. Homes sell for 76.5% of their list price, suggesting buyers have room to negotiate. Monthly rent averages $886 (24% below the national average of $1,163). Fair market rent ranges from $1,296 for a one-bedroom to $1,526 for a two-bedroom apartment. 47.4% of housing units are owner-occupied (below the 65.4% national rate). There are 3,359 total housing units in the city. The median year a home was built is 1974. The average annual property tax is $5,314 (higher than the $3,500 national average). 33.9% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing. The home price-to-income ratio is 4.1x.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$158,900
44% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$239,506
Median List Price$227,000

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$227,000
$/Sq Ft$116
Homes Sold2
Sale-to-List Ratio76.5%
Price Drops31.8%
Inventory22

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$886
24% below US avg
Rent Burden33.9%

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$1,212
1 Bedroom$1,296
2 Bedrooms$1,526
3 Bedrooms$1,971
4 Bedrooms$2,261

Ownership & Property

Homeownership47.4%
Owner-Occupied47.4%
Renter-Occupied52.6%
Housing Units3,359
Median Year Built1974

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$5,314
52% above US avg
Effective Rate3.34%
In Arcadia, 44.5% of adults are obese, above the national rate of 32.1%. 16.8% have diabetes (above the 10.5% national rate). Heart disease affects 8.3% of residents, above the national average. 39.0% have high blood pressure. 22.1% are current smokers (above the 14.0% national rate). 13.8% report binge drinking. 40.5% are physically inactive, above the national average. 20.6% report depression. 22.1% experience frequent mental distress. 27.1% of residents lack health insurance (above the 8.6% national rate). The primary care physician ratio is 1:3,823. The dentist ratio is 1:5,045. 63.7% of residents have access to exercise opportunities. The food environment index is 6.7 out of 10.

Health Metrics: Arcadia vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity44.5%
39% above US avg
Diabetes16.8%
Heart Disease8.3%
High Blood Pressure39.0%
Asthma11.3%
COPD11.0%
Cancer6.3%
Stroke4.9%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking22.1%
58% above US avg
Binge Drinking13.8%
Physical Inactivity40.5%
Depression20.6%
Mental Distress22.1%
Physical Distress19.6%
Short Sleep44.4%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate78.9%
Uninsured27.1%
215% above US avg
Primary Care1:3,823
Dentists1:5,045
Mental Health1:363
Checkup Rate75.1%
Dental Visits36.4%
Premature Death11,835/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment6.7/10
Exercise Access63.7%
Healthcare Facilities44
Arcadia has a violent crime rate of 665 per 100,000 residents, 75% above the national average of 380. This breaks down to aggravated assault at 519.7 per 100,000, robbery at 84.6, rape at 24.2. The murder rate is 36.3 per 100,000 (above the national rate of 6.3). Property crime stands at 1,281 per 100,000, 35% below the U.S. average. This includes larceny/theft at 846, burglary at 363, vehicle theft at 73 per 100,000 residents. The county recorded 18 fatal traffic crashes. Overall, Arcadia receives a safety grade of F.

Crime Rates: Arcadia vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)

Violent Crime

Total Violent664.7/100K
75% above US avg
Murder36.3/100K
476% above US avg
Rape24.2/100K
Robbery84.6/100K
Assault519.7/100K

Property Crime

Total Property1,281.1/100K
35% below US avg
Burglary362.6/100K
Theft846.0/100K
Vehicle Theft72.5/100K
Arson24.2/100K

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)18
Traffic Accidents608
Avg Accident Severity2.1 / 4.0

Safety Score

Safety GradeF
Safety Score1.0 / 5.0
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Arcadia has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 72°F (22°C). Winters average 60°F in January while summers reach 81°F in July. The area gets 330 sunny days per year, well above the U.S. average of 205 / making it one of the sunnier locations in the country. Annual precipitation totals 53.9 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41. The city sits at an elevation of 57 feet.

Temperature

60°F Jan (16°C) 81°F Jul (27°C)
Annual Average72.2°F
34% above US avg
January Average60°F (16°C)
July Average81°F (27°C)
Sunny Days330 days/yr

Geography

Elevation57 ft (17 m)
Area4.1 sq mi (10.6 km²)
Population Density1,701/sq mi
Coordinates27.2212°N, 81.8584°W
TimezoneAmerica/New_York
CountyDeSoto County County
Nearest AirportSebring Regional (SEF)
36 miles away

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 53.9"
42% above US avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Jun) 8.11"
Driest Month (Apr) 1.73"

Air Quality

AQI Median41.0
RatingGood

Natural Hazard Risk

Overall RiskRelatively Moderate
Risk Score81.7 / 100
Social Vulnerability90.8 / 100
Community Resilience1.4 / 100

Hazard Breakdown

Tornado Relatively Low
Hurricane Relatively High
Earthquake Very Low
Wildfire Relatively Low
Flood Relatively Low
Hail Very Low
Strong Wind Relatively Moderate
Heat Wave Relatively Low
Winter Weather No Rating
Lightning Relatively High
Drought Relatively Moderate
Cold Wave Relatively Moderate
Landslide Very Low
Coastal Flood Very Low
Source: FEMA National Risk Index v1.20 (Dec 2025)

Hurricane History

23 hurricanes (Cat 1+) within 500 km since 1980. Strongest: Category 5. Most recent: Milton (2024, Cat 4).

Year Name Category Closest
2024 Milton Category 4 69 km
2024 Helene Category 4 284 km
2024 Debby Category 1 240 km
2023 Idalia Category 4 284 km
2022 Ian Category 5 16 km
2022 Nicole Category 1 160 km
2021 Elsa Category 1 150 km
2020 Eta Category 1 257 km
2017 Irma Category 4 31 km
2016 Matthew Category 4 219 km
2005 Wilma Category 3 142 km
2005 Katrina Category 2 199 km
2005 Ophelia Category 1 294 km
2004 Charley Category 4 34 km
2004 Jeanne Category 3 59 km
2004 Frances Category 2 77 km
2000 Gordon Category 1 210 km
1999 Irene Category 1 166 km
1998 Georges Category 2 297 km
1995 Erin Category 1 153 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980–2026)

Tornado History

750 tornadoes (EF0+) within 100 km since 1950. Strongest: EF4. Total: 14 fatalities, 328 injuries.

Date Rating Distance Fatalities
Apr 15, 1958 EF4 90 km 0
Oct 9, 2024 EF3 89 km 0
Mar 17, 1985 EF3 64 km 2
Jan 24, 1979 EF3 82 km 0
Oct 31, 1958 EF3 84 km 0
Oct 9, 2024 EF2 97 km 0
Oct 9, 2024 EF2 78 km 0
Oct 9, 2024 EF2 92 km 0
Oct 9, 2024 EF2 52 km 0
Jan 16, 2022 EF2 83 km 0
Oct 18, 2019 EF2 87 km 0
Jan 17, 2016 EF2 67 km 0
Jan 17, 2016 EF2 50 km 2
Jan 9, 2016 EF2 75 km 0
Jun 24, 2012 EF2 83 km 0
Jun 21, 2006 EF2 37 km 0
Mar 9, 1998 EF2 76 km 0
Dec 27, 1997 EF2 96 km 0
Dec 7, 1996 EF2 81 km 1
Apr 4, 1993 EF2 37 km 0
Source: NOAA SPC (EF0+, 1950–2024)

Wildfire History

20 wildfires (100+ acres) within 100 km. Largest: MOONSHINE BAY (38,664 ac, 2007).

Year Name Acres Distance
2007 MOONSHINE BAY 38,664 90 km
2008 MYAKKA CUT 36,877 90 km
2007 FROG LIGHT 20,174 92 km
1990 UNNAMED 16,253 85 km
1986 UNNAMED 16,145 39 km
1991 UNNAMED 14,572 41 km
2021 KISSIMMEE BEND NORTH 13,782 81 km
1999 UNNAMED 12,935 36 km
1999 UNNAMED 12,527 41 km
2006 UNNAMED 12,050 73 km
1992 UNNAMED 11,488 82 km
1996 UNNAMED 9,427 86 km
2004 UNNAMED 9,397 42 km
2006 UNNAMED 9,045 40 km
2024 APQ RECREATION AREA RX 0506 8,901 84 km
1999 UNNAMED 8,800 35 km
1998 UNNAMED 8,794 79 km
2017 ECHO SPRINGS 8,640 73 km
1989 UNNAMED 8,636 94 km
2004 UNNAMED 8,516 39 km
Source: NIFC/IRWIN (100+ acres)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 60°F (16°C) 2.2 in Coldest
February 63°F (17°C) 2.7 in
March 67°F (20°C) 3.2 in
April 71°F (22°C) 1.7 in Driest
May 76°F (25°C) 3.9 in
June 80°F (27°C) 8.1 in Wettest
July 81°F (27°C) 7.8 in
August 82°F (28°C) 7.5 in Warmest
September 81°F (27°C) 6.8 in
October 76°F (24°C) 2.7 in
November 69°F (21°C) 2.0 in
December 64°F (18°C) 1.9 in

Arcadia has a seasonal temperature swing of 22°F / from 60°F in January to 82°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 50.5 inches, with June being the wettest month (8.1") and April the driest (1.7").

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Arcadia is located in DeSoto County. It is classified as Nonmetro / Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent, a smaller urban community. 11.8% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 65% below the national average of 33.7%. 73.3% have completed high school. 5.7% hold a graduate or professional degree (below the 13.1% national rate). Area schools have an average test score of 4.6 out of 10. In the 2024 presidential election, the county voted Republican with 71.2% of the vote, a 42.9-point margin. 81.2% of households have broadband internet access. The area has 4 EV charging stations. There are 1 public libraries serving the community. 44 healthcare facilities operate in the area. 58.2% of workers drive alone to work.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 71.2%
D 28.2%

Winner: Republican by 42.9 points

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)18
Traffic Accidents608
Avg Accident Severity2.1 / 4.0
F Safety Grade (1.0/5.0)

Education

Bachelor's Degree+11.8%
65% below US avg
High School+73.3%
Graduate Degree+5.7%
School Test Score4.61
D Education Grade (1.9/5.0)

Area & Infrastructure

RUCC Code 6Nonmetro / Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent
Population Density1,701/sq mi
Total Area4.1 sq mi
CountyDeSoto County County

Services

Broadband Access81.2%
Avg Download Speed33.8 Mbps
Avg Upload Speed4.6 Mbps
Max Download Speed987 Mbps
EV Charging Stations4
Alt Fuel Stations4
Public Libraries1
Healthcare Facilities44
Restaurants34
Retail Stores78

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute24.2 min
Drive Alone58.2%
Public Transit0.6%
Work from Home1.6%
Average costs for common services in Arcadia. Prices are estimated based on regional cost of living data and may vary by provider.

Healthcare

Doctor Visit (Primary Care) $259 ($155–$414)
Specialist Visit $362 ($207–$569)
Urgent Care Visit $207 ($103–$362)
Emergency Room Visit $2,275 ($827–$5,170)
Dental Cleaning $134 ($78–$207)
Dental Filling $259 ($155–$414)
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Auto Repair

Oil Change (Conventional) $47 ($26–$78)
Oil Change (Synthetic) $78 ($52–$124)
Brake Pad Replacement $310 ($155–$517)
Tire Rotation $41 ($21–$78)
New Tires (Set of 4) $620 ($414–$1,034)
Battery Replacement $207 ($103–$362)
View all 18 services

Home Services

Plumber (Per Hour) $103 ($62–$155)
Electrician (Per Hour) $93 ($52–$145)
HVAC Repair $414 ($155–$827)
HVAC System Install $7,238 ($4,136–$12,408)
Roof Repair $1,034 ($414–$2,068)
Roof Replacement $9,306 ($5,687–$15,510)
View all 25 services

Legal

Divorce (Uncontested) $1,551 ($517–$3,619)
Divorce (Contested) $15,510 ($5,170–$31,020)
DUI Defense $5,170 ($2,068–$10,340)
Bankruptcy (Chapter 7) $1,551 ($827–$3,102)
Will Preparation $517 ($207–$1,034)
Trust Preparation $2,585 ($1,034–$5,170)
View all 12 services

Personal Care

Men's Haircut $26 ($16–$47)
Women's Haircut $57 ($31–$103)
Hair Coloring (Full) $155 ($78–$259)
Manicure $26 ($16–$47)
Pedicure $41 ($26–$67)
Massage (1 Hour) $83 ($52–$134)
View all 12 services

Food & Grocery

Gallon of Milk (per gallon) $4.24 ($3.10–$5.69)
Dozen Eggs (per dozen) $3.62 ($2.59–$5.17)
Loaf of Bread $3.93 ($2.59–$5.69)
Chicken Breast (per lb) $4.65 ($3.10–$6.72)
Ground Beef (per lb) $5.69 ($4.14–$7.76)
Rice (per lb) $1.03 ($0.62–$1.86)
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Utilities

Electricity (Monthly) $145 ($83–$259)
Natural Gas (Monthly) $72 ($31–$155)
Water/Sewer (Monthly) $72 ($41–$124)
Internet (Monthly) $72 ($41–$103)
Cell Phone Plan (Monthly) $67 ($31–$103)
Cable TV (Monthly) $88 ($52–$155)
View all 8 services

Transportation

Monthly Parking (Downtown) $207 ($78–$517)
Car Insurance (Annual) $2,068 ($1,241–$3,619)
Bus Pass (Monthly) $72 ($31–$134)
Taxi/Uber (5-Mile Ride) $16 ($8.27–$26)
Car Registration (Annual) $103 ($31–$259)
Driver's License Renewal $31 ($16–$78)
View all 8 services

Education & Childcare

Daycare (Infant, Monthly) $1,241 ($620–$2,585)
Daycare (Toddler, Monthly) $1,034 ($517–$2,068)
After-School Care (Monthly) $414 ($207–$724)
Tutoring (Per Hour) $52 ($26–$103)
SAT/ACT Prep Course $1,034 ($414–$2,585)
Private School (K-12, Annual) $12,925 ($5,170–$31,020)
View all 8 services

Pets

Vet Visit (Routine Checkup) $62 ($31–$103)
Dog Vaccination (Annual) $103 ($52–$207)
Dog Grooming $62 ($31–$103)
Pet Boarding (Per Night) $41 ($21–$78)
Dog Spay/Neuter $310 ($155–$517)
Cat Spay/Neuter $207 ($103–$414)
View all 9 services

Top Industries in DeSoto County

Largest private-sector industries by employment (BLS QCEW 2024 data, county level).

Industry Jobs Establishments Avg Annual Pay Location Quotient
Transportation & Warehousing 1,290 36 $52,857 3.07
Retail Trade 1,150 85 $36,406 1.16
Construction 862 142 $50,899 1.66
Manufacturing 424 24 $73,761 0.52
Administrative & Waste Services 373 60 $50,511 0.64
Other Services 123 46 $43,694 0.41
Finance & Insurance 120 24 $66,042 0.30
Information & Technology 98 6 $33,316 0.53
Real Estate 31 14 $37,655 0.20
Unclassified 22 10 $42,063 1.59

Hospitals in Arcadia

Hospital Type CMS Rating Emergency Phone
DESOTO MEMORIAL HOSPITAL Acute Care Hospitals 2/5 Yes (863) 494-3535

Schools in Arcadia

7 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
DESOTO COUNTY HIGH SCHOOL High 1,244 70 17.8:1
DESOTO MIDDLE SCHOOL Middle 1,169 49 23.9:1
WEST ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Elementary 795 45 17.7:1
MEMORIAL ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Elementary 793 44 18.0:1
DESOTO VIRTUAL ACADEMY Other 53 2 26.5:1
TEEN PAREN PK CHILD CARE PROGRAM 3 0
DESOTO VIRTUAL FRANCHISE Other 0
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Radio Stations near Arcadia

0 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality

Campgrounds Near Arcadia

1 campgrounds found near Arcadia.

NameRatingSitesPrice
W.P. FRANKLIN N 4.8/5 39 $30–$35

National Parks Near Arcadia

19 national parks and monuments found near Arcadia.

ParkTypeFee
Alafia River State Park State Park Free
Caladesi Island State Park State Park Free
Cayo Costa State Park State Park Free
De Soto National Memorial National Memorial Free
Delnor-Wiggins Pass State Park State Park Free
Don Pedro Island State Park State Park Free
Gasparilla Island State Park State Park Free
Highlands Hammock State Park State Park Free
Hillsborough River State Park State Park Free
Honeymoon Island State Park State Park Free
Lake June-in-Winter Scrub State Park State Park Free
Lake Kissimmee State Park State Park Free
Lake Manatee State Park State Park Free
Little Manatee River State Park State Park Free
Maderia Bickle Archaeological State Park State Park Free
Myakka River State Park State Park Free
Oscar Scherer State Park State Park Free
Stump Pass Beach State Park State Park Free
Ybor City Museum State Park State Park Free

Museums in Arcadia

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
DESOTO COUNTY HISTORICAL SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION115 EAST OAK STREET8632449638$25,082
CHARLOTTE COUNTY GENEALOGICAL SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION
CREATION ADVENTURES MUSEUMGENERAL MUSEUM8635581395

Hotels in Arcadia

2 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Economy Inn
Holiday Inn Express & Suites Arcadia

Restaurants in Arcadia

1 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Yellow Deli

Cafes in Arcadia

1 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

the Florida Farmhouse

Gas Stations in Arcadia

5 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

7-Eleven
BP
Circle K
Speedway
Sunoco

Banks in Arcadia

1 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Farm Credit

Golf Courses in Arcadia

1 golf courses within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Arcadia Municipal Golf Course

Nursing Homes in Arcadia

1 nursing homes and rehabilitation centers (CMS data).

Facility Ownership Beds Residents Overall Health Staffing Quality Phone
DESOTO HEALTH AND REHAB
475 NURSING HOME DR
For profit - Corporation 78 52 4/5 4/5 5/5 8634945766

Pharmacies in Arcadia

5 pharmacies and drugstores.

Pharmacy Address Phone
CVS - 3107 4 SOUTH BREVARD AVENUE 863-494-5711
DESOTO JUVENILE CORRECTIONAL FACILITY 5871 SOUTHEAST HIGHWAY 31 863-491-5300
SWEETBAY SUPERMARKET 1737 EAST OAK STREET 863-993-0550
WAL-MART SUPERCENTER - 811 2725 SOUTHEAST HIGHWAY 70 863-993-1788
WALGREENS - 10668 2575 NORTHEAST HIGHWAY 70 863-491-1023

EV Charging Stations in Arcadia

NameAddressNetworkLevel 2DC FastConnectorsAccess
Winn-Dixie - Tesla Supercharger1737 East Oak StreetTesla8TESLApublic
Florida Power & Light - Arcadia Service Center300 N Polk AveNon-NetworkedNEMA520private
Peace River Campgrounds2998 NW Highway 70Non-NetworkedNEMA1450public

Cell Towers in Arcadia

AddressStructure TypeHeight (ft)
1521 East Oak StreetTOWER82
4550 Huntsville Ave (15363)LTOWER81
12010 Northeast Hwy 70 (15561)LTOWER80
(Utter South Arcadia) 5577 SE Hwy 31TOWER79
6961 Southwest CR 769 (6799)LTOWER76
6961 Southwest County Road 769 (6799)LTOWER76

Fire Stations in Arcadia

NameAddressTypeActive FirefightersVolunteersPhone
DeSoto County Fire & Rescue122 N Hillsborough AVEMostly career863-993-4842

Power Plants Near Arcadia

NameTypePrimary FuelCapacity (MW)Status
WILDFLOWER SOLAR ENERGY CENTERSOLAR PHOTOVOLTAIC221114-81.8OP
DESOTO NEXT GENERATION SOLAR ENERGYSOLAR PHOTOVOLTAIC221114-81.8OP
CITRUS SOLAR ENERGY CENTERBATTERIES; SOLAR PHOTOVOLTAIC221114-81.8OP
RODEO SOLAR CENTERSOLAR PHOTOVOLTAIC221114-81.8V
DESOTO COUNTY PLANTNATURAL GAS FIRED COMBUSTION TURBINENOT AVAILABLE-81.8NOT AVAILABLE
CATTLE RANCHSOLAR PHOTOVOLTAIC221114-81.8OP

Bridges in Arcadia

LocationTypeKindYear BuiltLength (ft)Daily TrafficCondition
Stringer/Multi-beamPrestressed concrete196156016,100F
Stringer/Multi-beamPrestressed concrete196128016,100F
CulvertConcrete20053415,100F
CulvertConcrete20052510,913F
SlabConcrete continuous20012175,187G
SlabConcrete continuous20012325,187G
Stringer/Multi-beamPrestressed concrete20013525,187G
Stringer/Multi-beamPrestressed concrete19995162,900G
CulvertConcrete1999202,500G
CulvertConcrete2001252,500F
CulvertConcrete1960211,070F
SlabPrestressed concrete1979120950P
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel193651650F
Stringer/Multi-beamPrestressed concrete1964399500F
SlabPrestressed concrete1964200500F
Stringer/Multi-beamWood or Timber1984135300F
Stringer/Multi-beamWood or Timber198555200F
Tee BeamConcrete199846200G
CulvertConcrete200138101G
Stringer/Multi-beamWood or Timber20004340F
Stringer/Multi-beamWood or Timber199340P

Correctional Facilities in Arcadia

NameAddressTypePopulationCapacityStatus
DESOTO ANNEX13617 SE HWY 70STATE1,3691,453OPEN
FLORIDA CIVIL COMMITMENT CENTER13619 SE HIGHWAY 70STATE-999720OPEN
SPRING LAKE YOUTH ACADEMY8806 START CENTER STREET SWSTATE2730OPEN
KINGSLEY CENTER5867 SE STATE HWY 31NOT AVAILABLE-999CLOSED
DESOTO COUNTY JAIL208 E CYPRESS STCOUNTY147-999OPEN
DESOTO CORRECTIONAL INSTITUTION13617 SE HWY 70STATE-999OPEN
DESOTO JUVENILE CORRECTIONAL FACILITY5991 SE HWY 31STATE-999CLOSED
ARCADIA ROAD PRISON2961 NW COUNTY RD 661STATE95-999OPEN
DESOTO WORK CAMP13617 SE HWY 70STATE-999-999OPEN
DESOTO DUAL DIAGNOSIS CORRECTIONAL FACILITY5871 SE HWY 31STATE-999CLOSED

Amtrak Stations in Arcadia

1 Amtrak stations.

StationAddressType
Port Charlotte, FL900 Kings HighwayBUS

Airports Near Arcadia

50 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Sarasota Bradenton International AirportSRQLarge Airport
Southwest Florida International AirportRSWLarge Airport
MacDill Air Force BaseMCFMedium Airport
Page FieldFMYMedium Airport
Punta Gorda AirportPGDMedium Airport
Adana AirfieldSmall Airport
Airport Manatee AirportSmall Airport
Alex’s Ultralight Flight ParkSmall Airport
Alico Ranch AirportSmall Airport
Alma AirportSmall Airport
Arcadia Municipal AirportSmall Airport
Avon Park Executive AirportAVOSmall Airport
Bald Eagle AirstripSmall Airport
Bartow Executive AirportBOWSmall Airport
Bent Willies AirportSmall Airport
Berry Grove AirportSmall Airport
Bob Paul AirportSmall Airport
Bright Hour Ranch AirportSmall Airport
Bright Hour Ranch AirportSmall Airport
Brownville AirportSmall Airport
Buchan AirportSmall Airport
Buckingham FieldSmall Airport
Carlton Ranch-Sidell AirportSmall Airport
Chalet Suzanne Air StripSmall Airport
Charlton StripSmall Airport
Coral Creek AirportSmall Airport
Cotton StripSmall Airport
Crews Homestead Ranch AirportSmall Airport
David Wine's AirstripSmall Airport
Duda AirstripSmall Airport
Duette Training Facility AirportSmall Airport
Felda AirportSmall Airport
Flying H AirportSmall Airport
Flying L AirportSmall Airport
Greens Farm FieldSmall Airport
Griffins Peace River Ranch AirportSmall Airport
Gyro Town Usa STOLportSmall Airport
Harper's Fly-In Ranch AirportSmall Airport
Hennessy AirportSmall Airport
Hidden River AirportSmall Airport
Hummingbirds LandingSmall Airport
J. H. Hendrie Farms AirportSmall Airport
Jubilee Acres AirportSmall Airport
Kings Port AirportSmall Airport
La Belle Municipal AirportSmall Airport
Lake Clinch AirparkSmall Airport
Lake Persimmon AirstripSmall Airport
Lake Suzy Estates AirportSmall Airport
Lake Wales Municipal AirportSmall Airport
Last Chance Ranch AirportSmall Airport

Police Stations in Arcadia

3 police stations.

StationAddressPhone
Arcadia Police Department725 Brevard Avenue
Charlotte County Sheriff's Office - Mid County
DeSoto County Sheriff's Office

Grocery Stores in Arcadia

26 grocery stores.

StoreTypeAddress
7-Eleven 42308HConvenience Store610 N Brevard Ave
ALDI 74249Supermarket1737 E Oak St
CARDENA SUPERMARKETSupermarket210 W Magnolia St
CIRCLE K 2700025Convenience Store405 N Brevard Ave
CIRCLE K 2707105Convenience Store4347 NE Highway 17
CIRCLE K 2707136Convenience Store1401 E Oak St
CVS Pharmacy 3107Other4 S Brevard Ave
DOLLAR GENERAL 14501Other465 N Desoto Ave
Dollar General 23813Other7025 NE County Road 660
Dollar General 23895Other2625 NW CR 661
DOLLAR GENERAL 6951Other1405 E Oak St
Dollar Tree 299Other1411 E Oak St
Family Dollar 6582Other403 S Brevard Ave
Fiesta Food MartConvenience Store531 W Magnolia St
Florida Family Stores Inc. 42308AConvenience Store620 N Brevard Ave
Fussell MeatsSpecialty Store2039 SE Carlstrom Field Rd
K & J Homegrown ProduceSuper Store2228 NE Highway 70
La Placita Mexicana IncGrocery Store231 S Brevard Ave
Luckys Arcadia AmocoConvenience Store908 E Hickory St
Neighborhood MartConvenience Store100 Alabama Ave
Publix 1528Supermarket2551 SE Highway 70
Save-A-Lot 21578Supermarket1325 E Oak St
Speedway 6586Convenience Store201 S Brevard Ave
Walgreens 10668Other2575 NE Highway 70
Walmart SUPERCENTER 811Super Store2725 SE Highway 70
Wawa Store 5375Convenience Store1503 E Oak St

Treatment Centers in Arcadia

1 treatment centers.

CenterTypePhone
DeSoto Psychiatric Services - Selby HouseBoth941-639-8300

DOL Wage Violations in Arcadia

63 employers with DOL wage violations totaling $1,452,220 in back wages owed to 3,089 employees.

63
Violations
$1,452,220
Back Wages Owed
3,089
Employees Owed
Data from the U.S. Department of Labor Wage and Hour Division (WHD) enforcement actions since FY 2005.
Employer Severity Parent Company ZIP Industry Cases Back Wages Per Employee Employees
Luis Alfonso Becerra Jr SIGNIFICANT 34266 1 $292,976 $2,186 134
Becerra Enterprises SIGNIFICANT 34266 2 $247,245 $1,845 134
CWH Harvesting, LLC - AGER SIGNIFICANT 34266 2 $118,664 $520 228
Desoto Fruit & Harvesting Inc. 34265 3 $71,211 $262 272
Rogelio Palafox, H2A-LC 34266 1 $66,742 $448 149
Dynasty Homes 34266 1 $59,904 $1,248 48
Perry Apiary dba 34266 1 $58,363 $4,489 13
Mity Mole, Inc. 34266 2 $45,527 $523 87
Crisp Citrus Harvesting, Inc. 34266 1 $43,664 $910 48
EAM Harvesting 34265 2 $38,313 $139 276
AO Harvesting, LLC 34266 2 $37,479 $937 40
Alvaro Vargas Harvesting H-2ALC (LCA #402504) 34266 1 $31,921 $1,995 16
Ramirez, Benjamin M. - FLC 34266 3 $30,915 $997 31
Valencia Harvesting 34266 2 $26,062 $128 204
Ramirez-Moralez, Jose I. H2A LC 34266 1 $20,731 $329 63
Ruiz, Ruben - H2ALC 34266 1 $20,700 $246 84
Morales, Nestor H-2ALC (LCA #552281) 34266 1 $19,108 $390 49
Paloma Harvesting 34266 4 $18,760 $172 109
Orange Blossom Harvesting, Inc 34266 3 $18,666 $267 70
Ibarra, Luis - H2ALC 34266 2 $16,736 $215 78
Amado Palafox, FLC 34266 1 $13,770 $574 24
Morales, Nestor - H2AFLC 34266 1 $13,144 $185 71
Sunny South Packing Company 34266 3 $12,870 $330 39
Maldonado, Juan - H-2A FLC (LC #366098) 34266 1 $11,460 $819 14
Island Grove LLC 34266 1 $10,158 $192 53
Desoto Health & Rehabilitation 34266 1 $9,950 $1,990 5
J.J.C. Enterprises, Inc. of DeSoto-FLC 34265 1 $9,436 $214 44
Ramirez, Benjamin H-2ALC (LCA#162770) 34266 1 $8,378 $335 25
Ramirez Morales, Jose - H2A LC 34266 1 $5,959 $238 25
J. Jesus Moreno Harvesting, Inc. 34266 1 $5,917 $296 20
Hernandez, Jacinto - H2ALC 34266 1 $5,751 $186 31
JV Harvesting, Inc, 34266 2 $5,171 $345 15
Huerta Farms (#879393) 34266 1 $4,986 $1,662 3
Badcock & More Arcadia 34266 1 $4,798 $685 7
Cisneros, Sigrido M -FLC 34266 1 $4,748 $99 48
Cardenas Supermarket & Liquor Store 34266 1 $4,704 $784 6
G. Cisneros Harvesting Inc. 34266 1 $4,688 $361 13
Barajas, Hector FLC 34266 2 $4,596 $21 218
Becerra Enterprises, Inc. 34265 1 $3,710 $86 43
M & R Personal Care, Inc. 34266 1 $2,279 $326 7
Olguin, Moises (H-2A) 34266 1 $2,131 $152 14
Alvarez, Ebifanio - H2A FLC 34266 1 $2,121 $141 15
FC of Arcadia, Inc. - FLC 34266 1 $1,918 $274 7
HB Harvesting, Inc. - FLC 34266 1 $1,879 $37 51
Jacinto Hernandez H2A-LC 34266 1 $1,725 $108 16
White Waters Corporation 34266 1 $1,683 $281 6
VCH Management, Inc. AGER (LCA #363858) 34266 1 $1,373 $687 2
Dowdle Enterprises LLC 34266 1 $1,236 $412 3
Cisneros, Alexander - H2ALC 34266 1 $1,167 $25 46
AO Harvesting, LLC. - LCA#104376 34266 1 $1,128 $376 3

Churches & Religious Organizations in Arcadia

28 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
ALLIED CHURCH OF GOD IN CHRIST INC151 N POLK AVE
ARCADIA FAMILY WORSHIP CENTER CHURCH OF GOD OF PROPHECY INC4710 NE HIGHWAY 70
ARCADIA FIRST CHURCH OF THE NAZARENE132 W GIBSON ST
ARCADIA MENNONITE CHURCH INC5750 NE PETERSON AVE
BROWNVILLE BAPTIST CHURCH7015 NE CUBITIS AVE
CALVARY BAPTIST CHURCH48 N 15TH AVE
COWBOY CHURCH FELLOWSHIP INC2418 SW COUNTY ROAD 760A
DEEP CREEK WORSHIP CENTER INC403 E PINE ST
FAITH COMMUNITY WORSHIP CENTER201 N 11TH AVE
FIRST ASSEMBLY OF GOD201 N 11TH AVE
FIRST BAPTIST CHURCH OF ARCADIA1006 N BREVARD AVE
FREEDOM FELLOWSHIP CHRISTIAN MINISTRIES INC2049 NE VOSS OAKS CIR
FRIENDSHIP MISSIONARY BAPTIST CHURCH OF ARCADIA INC304 W MYRTLE ST
GRACE LUTHERAN CHURCH1004 W OAK ST
GREATER MOUNT ZION AFRICAN METHODIST EPISCOPAL CHURCH INC OF256 S ORANGE AVE
HEALERS HOUSE FAMILY CHURCH INC7153 SW ENVIRONMENTAL LAB ST
IN JESUS NAME MINISTRY INC2056 NE NEWBERRY DR
INSTITUTE FOR CATHOLIC STUDIES AND FORMATION10299 SW PEACE RIVER ST
KINGS WAY BAPTIST CHURCH OF DESOTO COUNTY INCPO BOX 1799
MT PLEASANT BAPTIST CHURCHPO BOX 1843
NEW DAY BAPTIST CHURCHPO BOX 350
NEW HOPE CHRISTIAN CHURCH34 EL VERANO AVE
OAK HILL BAPTIST CHURCH5104 NW OAK HILL AVE
OUTPOST MISSION INC11922 SE COUNTY ROAD 763
PLEASANT HILL CHRISTIAN CHURCH MINISTRIES INCPO BOX 3028
REFUGE RETREAT8780 NW BETHEL FARMS RD
RESOURCE ANGELSPO BOX 2778
VERDICT SPEECH & DEBATE CORPORATION4068 NE DIANE TER

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Frequently Asked Questions About Arcadia

What is the population of Arcadia?

Arcadia has a population of 7,571 residents and is located in Florida. The population density is 1,701 people per square mile, spread across 4.1 square miles. The median age of residents is 32.7 years, which is younger than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 53.2% female and 46.8% male.

Is Arcadia expensive to live in?

Arcadia has a cost of living roughly in line with the national average, with an index of 103.4 (baseline: 100). The median household income is $38,388, 49% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $158,900 (44% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $886 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 4.1x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.

Is Arcadia safe?

Public safety is a concern in Arcadia, with a violent crime rate of 665 per 100,000 / significantly above the national average of 380. However, crime tends to concentrate in certain areas, and many neighborhoods remain relatively safe. Property crime occurs at a rate of 1,281 per 100,000 (below the national average). Overall, Arcadia receives a safety grade of F based on combined crime data.

What is the weather like in Arcadia?

Arcadia has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 72°F (22°C). Winter temperatures average 60°F in January, while summers reach an average of 81°F in July. The area receives 330 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 53.9 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 41.

How is the job market in Arcadia?

Arcadia has a healthy job market with an unemployment rate of 3.1%, near the national average of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $949. There are 739 business establishments in the area, including 34 restaurants and food service locations. The average commute time is 24 minutes, and 1.6% of workers work from home.

How much does housing cost in Arcadia?

The median home value in Arcadia is $158,900. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $239,506. For renters, the median monthly rent is $886. Fair market rent is $1,296 for a 1-bedroom and $1,526 for a 2-bedroom apartment. The homeownership rate is 47.4%. The average annual property tax is $5,314.

How are the schools in Arcadia?

Schools in Arcadia have an average test score of 4.6 out of 10, below typical national benchmarks. Families may want to research individual school ratings. 11.8% of adults in Arcadia hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 73.3% have completed high school. 5.7% hold a graduate or professional degree.

How healthy is Arcadia?

The obesity rate in Arcadia is 44.5% (above the national rate of 32.1%). 22.1% of adults are smokers. 40.5% are physically inactive. 20.6% of residents report depression. 27.1% lack health insurance (above the national rate). 63.7% of residents have access to exercise opportunities. The primary care physician ratio is 1:3,823.

What is transportation like in Arcadia?

The average commute in Arcadia is 24 minutes, shorter than the national average of 28 minutes. 58.2% of workers drive alone to work, and 1.6% work from home.

What are the demographics of Arcadia?

The racial and ethnic makeup of Arcadia is 46.3% White, 24.2% Black or African American. 77.3% of residents speak only English at home, while 22.7% speak Spanish. 1.9% of the population are military veterans. 18.0% of residents have a disability. 78.9% have health insurance coverage.

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