Clewiston, FL

Florida · Metropolitan Area

Clewiston is a small city in Florida with a population of 7,257. Residents earn $57,110 per year, which is 24% below the national average.

3.0 /5.0
B Good
7,257 Population 1,613/sq mi density
$57,110 Median Income $28,911 per capita
$210,000 Home Value $249,866 Zillow
$729 Median Rent
74°F Avg Temperature
756 Violent Crime/100K 4,873 property/100K
B
Overall
3.0 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.0 / 5.0
$57,110 median income, 0.9% unemployment
A+
Affordability
4.6 / 5.0
$210,000 home value, $729/mo rent
F
Safety
1.0 / 5.0
756 violent crimes/100K (99% above avg)
C
Education
2.3 / 5.0
16.3% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $57,110
24% lower than US avg
Home Value $210,000
26% lower than US avg
Violent Crime 756/100K
99% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 16.3%
52% lower than US avg
Median Rent $729
37% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 35.7%
11% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.9%
75% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 8.5%
31% lower than US avg

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

People

Population7,257
Median Age35.1 yrs
Density1,613/mi²
Male / Female50% / 50%
Largest GroupWhite 67%

Economy

A
Median Income$57,110
Per Capita$28,911
Unemployment0.9%
Poverty8.5%
County GDP$140,506M
Commute26 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$210,000
Rent$729
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$249,866

Crime

F
Violent756/100K
Property4,873/100K
Murder0.0/100K
Assault574/100K
Burglary700/100K

Health

Obesity35.7%
UninsuredN/A
Depression16.8%
Heart Disease6.8%

Climate

Avg Temp74°F
AQI41 (Good)
Rain55.2 in/yr
Elevation16 ft

Education

C
Bachelor's+16.3%
High School+71.5%
School Score5.60

Community

2024 VoteR 49% / D 50%
Commute26 min
Libraries33

Is Clewiston a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Clewiston receives an overall livability score of 3.0 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include elevated crime rates, below-average incomes. Clewiston offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Clewiston is $57,110, 24% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.9%. 8.5% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 26 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Clewiston is $210,000, 26% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $729 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. A price-to-income ratio of 3.7x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Safety & Crime

With 756 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 4,873 per 100,000, 149% above the national average.

Education

16.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 71.5% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.6/10.

Climate & Weather

Clewiston 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.

Clewiston has a population of 7,257 with a density of 1,613 people per square mile. The median age is 35.1 years, 10% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (67.1%), with 3% Hispanic, 7.2% Black.

Population

7,257
Total Population
1,613
People / sq mi
35.1yrs
Median Age
10% below US avg
4.5mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 49.6%
Female 50.4%

Race & Ethnicity

Clewiston vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only53.4%
32% below US avg
Spanish46.6%
248% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Clewiston vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Clewiston is $57,110, which is 24% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.9% (below the 3.6% US average). 8.5% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 26 minutes.

Income: Clewiston vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$57,110
24% below US avg
Per Capita Income$28,911
Avg Weekly Wage$1,485
IRS Avg AGI$176,566

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.9%
75% below US avg
Poverty Rate8.5%
31% below US avg
Establishments (County)71,342
County GDP$140,506M

Business (County)

Restaurants3,308
Healthcare6,801
Retail5,605
Manufacturing973

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$15,778
351% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate7.51%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time26.0 min
Work from Home1.8%

Walkability

The median home value in Clewiston is $210,000, 26% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $729 (37% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $249,866.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$210,000
26% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$249,866
Median List Price$325,000

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$325,000
$/Sq Ft$216
Homes Sold3
Sale-to-List Ratio95.7%
Price Drops22.2%
Inventory27

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$729
37% below US avg

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

Owner-Occupied61.8%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$15,778
351% above US avg
Effective Rate7.51%
In Clewiston, 35.7% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 16.8% report depression. 34.6% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity35.7%
11% above US avg
Diabetes14.5%
Heart Disease6.8%
High Blood Pressure34.4%
Asthma9.6%
COPD7.2%
Stroke3.7%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking14.6%
Physical Inactivity34.6%
Depression16.8%
Mental Distress18.3%
Physical Distress16.8%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate82.6%
Checkup Rate75.0%
Premature Death7,624/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.5/10
Exercise Access95.9%
Healthcare Facilities6,801
Clewiston has a violent crime rate of 756 per 100,000 residents, 99% above the national average of 380. Property crime stands at 4,873 per 100,000 (149% above US avg). The murder rate is 0.0 per 100,000.

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

Violent Crime

Total Violent756.2/100K
99% above US avg
Murder0.0/100K
100% below US avg
Rape14.0/100K
Robbery168.0/100K
Assault574.2/100K

Property Crime

Total Property4,873.3/100K
149% above US avg
Burglary700.2/100K
Theft4,033.1/100K
Vehicle Theft140.0/100K
Arson0.0/100K

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)217

Safety Score

Safety GradeF
Safety Score1.0 / 5.0
Clewiston has an average annual temperature of 74°F (24°C). Winters average 64°F in January while summers reach 82°F in July. Annual precipitation is 55.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Temperature

64°F Jan (18°C) 82°F Jul (28°C)
Annual Average74.3°F
38% above US avg
January Average64°F (18°C)
July Average82°F (28°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall55.2 inches
45% above US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median41.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation16 ft (5 m)
Area4.5 sq mi (11.7 km²)
Population Density1,613/sq mi
Coordinates26.7528°N, 80.9392°W
County FIPS12099
It is classified as Metro — 1 million+. 16.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (52% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Democrat by a 0.8-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 49.2%
D 50%

Winner: Democrat by 0.8 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+16.3%
52% below US avg
High School+71.5%
School Test Score5.60
C Education Grade (2.3/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 1Metro — 1 million+
Population Density1,613/sq mi
Total Area4.5 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries33
Healthcare Facilities6,801
Restaurants3,308
Retail Stores5,605

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)217
F Safety Grade (1.0/5.0)

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute26.0 min
Work from Home1.8%

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