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LaBelle, FL
Full City Profile · Florida · Hendry County County
LaBelle, FL
At a Glance
How LaBelle Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows LaBelle's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is LaBelle a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
LaBelle residents earn a median household income of $49,385 , which is 34% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $27,597. The unemployment rate stands at 3.1% (14% below the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 21.4% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 1,055 business establishments, including 73 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in LaBelle is $139,300 , 51% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $285,138. Median rent is $1,375/month, with 42.6% of renters spending more than 30% of income on housing. The cost of living index is 103.4 (100 = national average). The median home was built in 1984.
Safety & Crime
LaBelle reports 1,103 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 190% above the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 3,121/100K.
Education
14.2% of adults in LaBelle hold a bachelor's degree or higher (58% below the national average). 64.6% have completed high school. Local schools score 4.9/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
LaBelle has an average annual temperature of 74°F (23°C). Winters average 62°F in January while summers reach 82°F in July. The area gets 330 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.