Florida · Metropolitan Area
Belle Glade is a small city in Florida with a population of 16,818. Residents earn $47,191 per year, which is 37% below the national average.
Based on current data, Belle Glade receives an overall livability score of 2.6 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include affordable housing. Areas to be aware of include elevated crime rates, above-average unemployment, an elevated poverty rate. Belle Glade has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.
The median household income in Belle Glade is $47,191, 37% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate of 7.8% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. The poverty rate of 24.3% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 24 minutes.
The median home value in Belle Glade is $141,100, 50% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $875 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 3x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.
With 1,383 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 5,483 per 100,000, 180% above the national average.
14.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 71.3% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.6/10.
Belle Glade has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 74°F. Winters average 64°F in January while summers reach 82°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 55.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.
| English Only | 54.0% |
| 31% below US avg | |
| Spanish | 46.0% |
| 243% above US avg |
| Median HH Income | $47,191 |
| 37% below US avg | |
| Per Capita Income | $22,500 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $1,485 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $176,566 |
| Unemployment | 7.8% |
| 117% above US avg | |
| Poverty Rate | 24.3% |
| 96% above US avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 71,342 |
| County GDP | $140,506M |
| Restaurants | 3,308 |
| Healthcare | 6,801 |
| Retail | 5,605 |
| Manufacturing | 973 |
| Property Tax (IRS) | $15,778 |
| 351% above US avg | |
| Effective Tax Rate | 11.18% |
| Commute Time | 24.0 min |
| Work from Home | 1.0% |
| Census Median | $141,100 |
| 50% below US avg | |
| Zillow ZHVI | $275,225 |
| Median List Price | $350,250 |
| Median List Price | $350,250 |
| $/Sq Ft | $212 |
| Homes Sold | 2 |
| Sale-to-List Ratio | 96.9% |
| Price Drops | 46.7% |
| Inventory | 15 |
| Census Median Rent | $875 |
| 25% below US avg |
| Studio | $1,212 |
| 1 Bedroom | $1,296 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1,526 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,971 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $2,261 |
| Owner-Occupied | 39.5% |
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $15,778 |
| 351% above US avg | |
| Effective Rate | 11.18% |
| Obesity | 36.9% |
| 15% above US avg | |
| Diabetes | 18.1% |
| Heart Disease | 7.6% |
| High Blood Pressure | 39.3% |
| Asthma | 11.1% |
| COPD | 8.8% |
| Stroke | 5.2% |
| Binge Drinking | 11.8% |
| Physical Inactivity | 38.7% |
| Depression | 15.7% |
| Mental Distress | 20.1% |
| Physical Distress | 17.3% |
| Insurance Rate | 77.4% |
| Checkup Rate | 77.1% |
| Premature Death | 7,624/100K |
| Food Environment | 8.5/10 |
| Exercise Access | 95.9% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 6,801 |
| Total Violent | 1,383.4/100K |
| 264% above US avg | |
| Murder | 16.7/100K |
| 166% above US avg | |
| Rape | 44.6/100K |
| Robbery | 239.9/100K |
| Assault | 1,082.2/100K |
| Total Property | 5,483.4/100K |
| 180% above US avg | |
| Burglary | 2,047.2/100K |
| Theft | 3,168.4/100K |
| Vehicle Theft | 267.8/100K |
| Arson | 39.1/100K |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 217 |
| Safety Grade | F |
| Safety Score | 1.0 / 5.0 |
| Annual Average | 74.3°F |
| 38% above US avg | |
| January Average | 64°F (18°C) |
| July Average | 82°F (28°C) |
| Annual Rainfall | 55.2 inches |
| 45% above US avg | |
| Snowfall | 0.0 inches/yr |
| AQI Median | 41.0 |
| Rating | Good |
| Elevation | 11 ft (3 m) |
| Area | 7.0 sq mi (18.2 km²) |
| Population Density | 2,399/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 26.6922°N, 80.6656°W |
| County FIPS | 12099 |
Winner: Democrat by 0.8 points
| Bachelor's Degree+ | 14.6% |
| 57% below US avg | |
| High School+ | 71.3% |
| School Test Score | 5.60 |
| RUCC Code 1 | Metro — 1 million+ |
| Population Density | 2,399/sq mi |
| Total Area | 7.0 sq mi |
| EV Charging Stations | 1 |
| Alt Fuel Stations | 1 |
| Public Libraries | 33 |
| Healthcare Facilities | 6,801 |
| Restaurants | 3,308 |
| Retail Stores | 5,605 |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 217 |
| Avg Commute | 24.0 min |
| Work from Home | 1.0% |