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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
| English Only | 53.4% |
| 32% below US avg | |
| Spanish | 46.6% |
| 248% above US avg |
| Median HH Income | $57,110 |
| 24% below US avg | |
| Per Capita Income | $28,911 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $1,485 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $176,566 |
| Unemployment | 0.9% |
| 75% below US avg | |
| Poverty Rate | 8.5% |
| 31% below 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 | 7.51% |
| Commute Time | 26.0 min |
| Work from Home | 1.8% |
| Census Median | $210,000 |
| 26% below US avg | |
| Zillow ZHVI | $249,866 |
| Median List Price | $325,000 |
| Median List Price | $325,000 |
| $/Sq Ft | $216 |
| Homes Sold | 3 |
| Sale-to-List Ratio | 95.7% |
| Price Drops | 22.2% |
| Inventory | 27 |
| Census Median Rent | $729 |
| 37% below US avg |
| Studio | $1,212 |
| 1 Bedroom | $1,296 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1,526 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,971 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $2,261 |
| Owner-Occupied | 61.8% |
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $15,778 |
| 351% above US avg | |
| Effective Rate | 7.51% |
| Obesity | 35.7% |
| 11% above US avg | |
| Diabetes | 14.5% |
| Heart Disease | 6.8% |
| High Blood Pressure | 34.4% |
| Asthma | 9.6% |
| COPD | 7.2% |
| Stroke | 3.7% |
| Binge Drinking | 14.6% |
| Physical Inactivity | 34.6% |
| Depression | 16.8% |
| Mental Distress | 18.3% |
| Physical Distress | 16.8% |
| Insurance Rate | 82.6% |
| Checkup Rate | 75.0% |
| Premature Death | 7,624/100K |
| Food Environment | 8.5/10 |
| Exercise Access | 95.9% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 6,801 |
| Total Violent | 756.2/100K |
| 99% above US avg | |
| Murder | 0.0/100K |
| 100% below US avg | |
| Rape | 14.0/100K |
| Robbery | 168.0/100K |
| Assault | 574.2/100K |
| Total Property | 4,873.3/100K |
| 149% above US avg | |
| Burglary | 700.2/100K |
| Theft | 4,033.1/100K |
| Vehicle Theft | 140.0/100K |
| Arson | 0.0/100K |
| 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 | 16 ft (5 m) |
| Area | 4.5 sq mi (11.7 km²) |
| Population Density | 1,613/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 26.7528°N, 80.9392°W |
| County FIPS | 12099 |
Winner: Democrat by 0.8 points
| Bachelor's Degree+ | 16.3% |
| 52% below US avg | |
| High School+ | 71.5% |
| School Test Score | 5.60 |
| RUCC Code 1 | Metro — 1 million+ |
| Population Density | 1,613/sq mi |
| Total Area | 4.5 sq mi |
| Public Libraries | 33 |
| Healthcare Facilities | 6,801 |
| Restaurants | 3,308 |
| Retail Stores | 5,605 |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 217 |
| Avg Commute | 26.0 min |
| Work from Home | 1.8% |