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Pahokee, FL

Florida · Palm Beach County · Miami-Fort Lauderdale-West Palm Beach Metro

Pahokee is a small city in Florida with a population of 5,539. Residents earn $50,464 per year, which is 33% below the national average.

Data updated April 2026

2.6 /5.0
C+ Fair
5,539 Population 1,041/sq mi density
$50,464 Median Income $20,116 per capita
$137,500 Home Value $196,003 Zillow
$912 Median Rent 40.8% income on rent
76°F Avg Temperature 330 sunny days/yr
931 Violent Crime/100K 2,526 property/100K
C+
Overall
2.6 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C
Economy
2.1 / 5.0
$50,464 median income, 9.1% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$137,500 home value, $912/mo rent
F
Safety
1.0 / 5.0
931 violent crimes/100K (145% above avg)
C
Education
2.5 / 5.0
18.6% bachelor's degree or higher

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Full City Profile
Median Income $50,464
33% lower than US avg
Home Value $137,500
51% lower than US avg
Violent Crime 931/100K
145% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 18.6%
45% lower than US avg
Median Rent $912
22% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 38.2%
19% higher than US avg
Unemployment 9.1%
153% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 23.6%
90% higher than US avg

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

People

Population5,539
Median Age40.5 yrs
Density1,041/mi²
Male / Female48% / 52%
Largest GroupWhite 18%
Veterans2.6%

Economy

C
Median Income$50,464
Per Capita$20,116
Unemployment9.1%
Poverty23.6%
County GDP$140,506M
Commute23 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$137,500
Rent$912
Ownership58.7%
Zillow$196,003
Housing Units1,700
Rent Burden40.8%

Crime

F
Violent931/100K
Property2,526/100K
Murder0.0/100K
Assault789/100K
Burglary537/100K

Health

Obesity38.2%
Uninsured28.4%
Smoking21.4%
Depression15.7%
Heart Disease8.4%

Climate

Avg Temp76°F (25°C)
AQI41 (Good)
Rain55.5 in/yr
Sunny Days330/yr
Elevation13 ft (4 m)

Education

C
Bachelor's+18.6%
High School+69.9%
Graduate+2.0%
School Score5.93

Community

2024 VoteR 49% / D 50%
Commute23 min
Broadband77.5%
EV Stations1
Libraries33

Is Pahokee a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Pahokee receives an overall livability score of 2.6 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include affordable housing, abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include elevated crime rates, above-average unemployment, an elevated poverty rate. Pahokee has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Pahokee is $50,464, 33% below the national average of $75,149. At 9.1%, unemployment is notably high. The poverty rate of 23.6% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 23 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Pahokee is $137,500, 51% below the national median / offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $912 per month, below the national average / a plus for affordability. At just 2.7x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Safety & Crime

With 931 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 2,526 per 100,000, 29% above the national average.

Education

18.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 69.9% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.9/10.

Climate & Weather

Pahokee has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 76°F. Winters average 66°F in January while summers reach 84°F in July. With 330 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 55.5 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Pahokee has a population of 5,539 with a density of 1,041 people per square mile, spread across 5.5 square miles. The median age is 40.5 years, 4% older than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 52.2% female and 47.8% male. The city is predominantly Black (51.8%), with 17.7% White, 1.7% Hispanic. English is the primary language spoken at home by 58.5% of residents, while 41.5% speak Spanish. 2.6% of the population are veterans, below the national rate of 6.0%. 19.5% of residents have a disability (above the 13.0% national average). 86.4% have health insurance coverage.

Population

5,539
Total Population
1,041
People / sq mi
40.5yrs
Median Age
4% above US avg
5.5mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 47.8%
Female 52.2%

Race & Ethnicity

Pahokee vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only 58.5%
25% below US avg
Spanish 41.5%
210% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Pahokee vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Pahokee is $50,464, which is 33% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $20,116 (below the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $1,485. The unemployment rate is 9.1% (above the 3.6% US average). 23.6% of residents live below the poverty line, higher than the national rate of 12.4%. The area has 71,342 business establishments, including 3,308 restaurants. The cost of living index is 103.4, roughly in line with the national average. Workers commute an average of 23 minutes (shorter than the 28-minute US average). 1.7% of workers work from home (below the 15.2% national rate).

Income: Pahokee vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$50,464
33% below US avg
Per Capita Income$20,116
Avg Weekly Wage$1,485
IRS Avg AGI$176,566
Gini Index0.521 (0=equal, 1=unequal)

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment9.1%
153% above US avg
Poverty Rate23.6%
90% above 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
Cost of Living103.40 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate11.47%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time23.1 min
Drive Alone68.8%
Public Transit6.4%
Work from Home1.7%

Walkability

The median home value in Pahokee is $137,500, 51% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $196,003, higher than the Census estimate. Monthly rent averages $912 (22% 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. 58.7% of housing units are owner-occupied. There are 1,700 total housing units in the city. The median year a home was built is 1971. The average annual property tax is $15,778 (higher than the $3,500 national average). 40.8% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing, indicating a significant affordability challenge for renters. The home price-to-income ratio is 2.7x, well within the affordable range.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$137,500
51% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$196,003

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$912
22% below US avg
Rent Burden40.8%

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

Homeownership58.7%
Owner-Occupied58.7%
Renter-Occupied41.3%
Housing Units1,700
Median Year Built1971

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$15,778
351% above US avg
Effective Rate11.47%
In Pahokee, 38.2% of adults are obese, above the national rate of 32.1%. 19.4% have diabetes (above the 10.5% national rate). Heart disease affects 8.4% of residents, above the national average. 41.4% have high blood pressure. 21.4% are current smokers (above the 14.0% national rate). 11.7% report binge drinking. 40.1% are physically inactive, above the national average. 15.7% report depression (below the 20.0% national average). 20.1% experience frequent mental distress. 28.4% of residents lack health insurance (above the 8.6% national rate). The primary care physician ratio is 1:1,244. The dentist ratio is 1:1,259. 95.9% of residents have access to exercise opportunities. The food environment index is 8.5 out of 10.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity38.2%
19% above US avg
Diabetes19.4%
Heart Disease8.4%
High Blood Pressure41.4%
Asthma10.9%
COPD9.8%
Cancer5.0%
Stroke5.6%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking21.4%
53% above US avg
Binge Drinking11.7%
Physical Inactivity40.1%
Depression15.7%
Mental Distress20.1%
Physical Distress18.2%
Short Sleep47.5%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate86.4%
Uninsured28.4%
230% above US avg
Primary Care1:1,244
Dentists1:1,259
Mental Health1:343
Checkup Rate77.0%
Dental Visits35.2%
Premature Death7,624/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.5/10
Exercise Access95.9%
Healthcare Facilities6,801
Pahokee has a violent crime rate of 931 per 100,000 residents, 145% above the national average of 380. This breaks down to aggravated assault at 789.3 per 100,000, robbery at 47.4, rape at 94.7. The murder rate is 0.0 per 100,000 (below the national rate of 6.3). Property crime stands at 2,526 per 100,000, 29% above the U.S. average. This includes larceny/theft at 1,831, burglary at 537, vehicle theft at 158 per 100,000 residents. The county recorded 217 fatal traffic crashes. Overall, Pahokee receives a safety grade of F.

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

Violent Crime

Total Violent931.3/100K
145% above US avg
Murder0.0/100K
100% below US avg
Rape94.7/100K
Robbery47.4/100K
Assault789.3/100K

Property Crime

Total Property2,525.7/100K
29% above US avg
Burglary536.7/100K
Theft1,831.1/100K
Vehicle Theft157.9/100K
Arson31.6/100K

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)217
Traffic Accidents7
Avg Accident Severity2.0 / 4.0

Safety Score

Safety GradeF
Safety Score1.0 / 5.0
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Pahokee has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 76°F (25°C). Winters average 66°F in January while summers reach 84°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. 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 55.5 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 13 feet, near sea level.

Temperature

66°F Jan (19°C) 84°F Jul (29°C)
Annual Average76.3°F
41% above US avg
January Average66°F (19°C)
July Average84°F (29°C)
Sunny Days330 days/yr

Geography

Elevation13 ft (4 m)
Area5.5 sq mi (14.3 km²)
Population Density1,041/sq mi
Coordinates26.8202°N, 80.6620°W
TimezoneAmerica/New_York
CountyPalm Beach County County
Nearest AirportPalm Beach International (PBI)
36 miles away

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 55.5"
46% above US avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Jun) 7.32"
Driest Month (Dec) 1.81"

Air Quality

AQI Median41.0
RatingGood

Air Pollutants (EPA 2023)

Ozone (O₃)0.0375 ppm
PM2.5 (Fine Particles)6.3 μg/m³

Natural Hazard Risk

Overall RiskRelatively High
Risk Score99.2 / 100
Social Vulnerability59.8 / 100
Community Resilience24.5 / 100

Hazard Breakdown

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

Hurricane History

19 hurricanes (Cat 1+) within 500 km since 1980. Strongest: Category 5. Most recent: Milton (2024, Cat 3).

Year Name Category Closest
2024 Milton Category 3 156 km
2022 Ian Category 5 105 km
2022 Nicole Category 1 94 km
2021 Elsa Category 1 253 km
2019 Dorian Category 5 215 km
2017 Irma Category 4 103 km
2016 Matthew Category 4 132 km
2005 Wilma Category 3 77 km
2005 Katrina Category 2 107 km
2005 Ophelia Category 1 239 km
2004 Charley Category 4 143 km
2004 Jeanne Category 3 54 km
2004 Frances Category 2 59 km
1999 Floyd Category 4 263 km
1999 Irene Category 1 44 km
1998 Georges Category 2 282 km
1995 Erin Category 1 74 km
1992 Andrew Category 5 146 km
1987 Floyd Category 1 192 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980-2026)

Tornado History

544 tornadoes (EF0+) within 100 km since 1950. Strongest: EF3. Total: 14 fatalities, 272 injuries.

Date Rating Distance Fatalities
Oct 9, 2024 EF3 44 km 0
Oct 9, 2024 EF3 66 km 6
Oct 9, 2024 EF3 38 km 0
Mar 1, 1980 EF3 87 km 1
Jan 24, 1979 EF3 19 km 0
Feb 23, 1965 EF3 94 km 0
Oct 19, 1958 EF3 1 km 1
Apr 15, 1958 EF3 76 km 0
Sep 18, 1954 EF3 74 km 2
Oct 9, 2024 EF2 26 km 0
Oct 9, 2024 EF2 55 km 0
Oct 9, 2024 EF2 86 km 0
Oct 9, 2024 EF2 74 km 0
Oct 9, 2024 EF2 56 km 0
Apr 29, 2023 EF2 57 km 0
Sep 27, 2022 EF2 75 km 0
Apr 6, 2017 EF2 86 km 0
Oct 18, 2011 EF2 84 km 0
Aug 18, 2008 EF2 48 km 0
Aug 13, 2004 EF2 79 km 0
Source: NOAA SPC (EF0+, 1950-2024)

Wildfire History

20 wildfires (100+ acres) within 100 km. Largest: STATE FIRE (171,317 ac, 1999).

Year Name Acres Distance
1999 STATE FIRE 171,317 65 km
1989 UNNAMED 90,127 67 km
2007 BICY COMPLEX 60,644 98 km
1989 UNNAMED 56,910 67 km
1985 UNNAMED 54,003 70 km
1985 ALLEY 51,504 67 km
2014 ALLIGATOR 50,667 63 km
1989 UNNAMED 49,716 39 km
2007 MOONSHINE BAY 38,664 38 km
2008 MYAKKA CUT 36,877 38 km
1985 UNNAMED 35,018 62 km
2007 UNNAMED 32,578 71 km
2006 BERG FIRE 28,992 50 km
2021 BOBCAT 28,849 49 km
2017 THREE MILE 26,683 49 km
2001 BEARISLAND 24,213 86 km
2014 L 4 CUTOUT 23,068 49 km
2017 COWBELL 21,781 77 km
2007 FROG LIGHT 20,174 39 km
2009 DEEP FIRE 20,073 98 km
Source: NIFC/IRWIN (100+ acres)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 66°F (19°C) 2.5 in
February 65°F (18°C) 2.2 in Coldest
March 69°F (21°C) 3.2 in
April 72°F (22°C) 2.4 in
May 77°F (25°C) 5.2 in
June 80°F (27°C) 7.3 in Wettest
July 84°F (29°C) 7.1 in Warmest
August 82°F (28°C) 7.0 in
September 81°F (27°C) 7.2 in
October 77°F (25°C) 4.3 in
November 71°F (22°C) 3.0 in
December 66°F (19°C) 1.8 in Driest

Pahokee has a seasonal temperature swing of 19°F / from 65°F in February to 84°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 53.1 inches, with June being the wettest month (7.3") and December the driest (1.8").

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Pahokee is located in Palm Beach County. It is classified as Metro / 1 million+, part of a metropolitan area. 18.6% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 45% below the national average of 33.7%. 69.9% have completed high school. 2.0% hold a graduate or professional degree (below the 13.1% national rate). Area schools have an average test score of 5.9 out of 10. In the 2024 presidential election, the county voted Democrat with 50% of the vote, a 0.8-point margin. 77.5% of households have broadband internet access (below the 90.0% national rate). The area has 1 EV charging stations. There are 33 public libraries serving the community. 6,801 healthcare facilities operate in the area. 68.8% of workers drive alone to work, while 6.4% use public transit.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 49.2%
D 50%

Winner: Democrat by 0.8 points

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)217
Traffic Accidents7
Avg Accident Severity2.0 / 4.0
F Safety Grade (1.0/5.0)

Education

Bachelor's Degree+18.6%
45% below US avg
High School+69.9%
Graduate Degree+2.0%
School Test Score5.93
C Education Grade (2.5/5.0)

Area & Infrastructure

RUCC Code 1Metro / 1 million+
Population Density1,041/sq mi
Total Area5.5 sq mi
CountyPalm Beach County County

Services

Broadband Access77.5%
Avg Download Speed153.8 Mbps
Avg Upload Speed34.0 Mbps
Max Download Speed1,000 Mbps
EV Charging Stations1
Alt Fuel Stations1
Public Libraries33
Healthcare Facilities6,801
Restaurants3,308
Retail Stores5,605

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute23.1 min
Drive Alone68.8%
Public Transit6.4%
Work from Home1.7%
Average costs for common services in Pahokee. 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)
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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

Childcare

Center-Based (monthly)
Infant$1,321
Toddler$1,062
Preschool$953
Family Childcare (monthly)
Infant$866
Toddler$779
Preschool$736
Source: DOL Women's Bureau (2022)

Top Industries in Palm Beach County

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

Industry Jobs Establishments Avg Annual Pay Location Quotient
Health Care & Social Assistance 100,538 8,020 $67,551 1.05
Retail Trade 78,563 6,086 $45,349 1.18
Accommodation & Food Services 71,804 3,580 $35,582 1.18
Professional & Technical Services 56,076 13,148 $112,906 1.21
Administrative & Waste Services 53,407 5,948 $67,378 1.36
Construction 43,371 6,413 $76,674 1.24
Finance & Insurance 27,492 4,252 $208,222 1.02
Other Services 25,646 5,894 $55,882 1.28
Arts & Entertainment 23,240 1,296 $51,992 2.07
Wholesale Trade 23,102 2,873 $105,527 0.88
Manufacturing 21,938 1,720 $93,700 0.40
Real Estate 18,289 4,206 $85,606 1.77
Transportation & Warehousing 16,642 1,315 $67,999 0.59
Educational Services 14,028 1,021 $55,258 1.02
Management of Companies 10,419 762 $188,504 0.93
Information & Technology 9,908 1,438 $118,480 0.79
Agriculture & Forestry 6,414 590 $52,857 1.19
Utilities 2,477 127 $147,153 0.98
Unclassified 1,298 2,367 $94,823 1.40
Mining & Oil/Gas 174 28 $82,985 0.07

Schools in Pahokee

3 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
PAHOKEE MIDDLE-SENIOR HIGH High 853 54 15.8:1
PAHOKEE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Elementary 345 22 15.7:1
GLADES ACADEMY INC (Charter) Elementary 267 15 17.8:1
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Radio Stations near Pahokee

1 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
WPSL 1590 am - MP3 75 kbps

Campgrounds Near Pahokee

1 campgrounds found near Pahokee.

NameRatingSitesPrice
ST LUCIE SOUTH 4.7/5 21 $20, $35

National Parks Near Pahokee

14 national parks and monuments found near Pahokee.

ParkTypeFee
Avalon State Park State Park Free
Big Cypress National Preserve National Preserve Free
Collier-Seminole State Park State Park Free
Fairway Park State Park Free
Fort Pierce Inlet State Park State Park Free
Highlands Hammock State Park State Park Free
Hugh Taylor Birch State Park State Park Free
John D. MacArthur Beach State Park State Park Free
John U. Lloyd Beach State Park State Park Free
Jonathan Dickinson State Park State Park Free
Kimberly Bergalis Park State Park Free
Lake June-in-Winter Scrub State Park State Park Free
Oleta River State Park State Park Free
Tequesta Park State Park Free

Museums in Pahokee

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
GLADES HISTORICAL SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION530 SOUTH MAIN ST

Clinics in Pahokee

1 clinics within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Pahokee Medical Plaza

Gas Stations in Pahokee

3 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Marathon
Pure
Swifty

Banks in Pahokee

1 banks within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

PNC Bank

Nursing Homes in Pahokee

1 nursing homes and rehabilitation centers (CMS data).

Facility Ownership Beds Residents Overall Health Staffing Quality Phone
GLADES HEALTH CARE CENTER
230 SOUTH BARFIELD HIGHWAY
Non profit - Corporation 120 86 2/5 - 3/5 3/5 5619245561

Pharmacies in Pahokee

2 pharmacies and drugstores.

Pharmacy Address Phone
CIRCLE S PHARMACY 725 EAST MAIN STREET 561-924-5238
GLADES DRUG 109 SOUTH LAKE AVENUE 561-924-7701

Cell Towers in Pahokee

AddressStructure TypeHeight (ft)
25820 SW Kanner Highway (79076)LTOWER90
640 STATE MARKET ROAD (7327)LTOWER85
640 STATE MARKET RD (7327)LTOWER85
1304 NW AVENUE B SOUTH (62017)GTOWER81
21300 COUNTY RD. 835 (45998)MTOWER78
21300 COUNTY RD. 835 (45998)MTOWER78
15851 SW FARM ROAD (66479)LTOWER61

Bridges in Pahokee

LocationTypeKindYear BuiltLength (ft)Daily TrafficCondition
Tee BeamPrestressed concrete199658153G

Correctional Facilities in Pahokee

NameAddressTypePopulationCapacityStatus
SAGO PALM RE-ENTRY CENTER500 BAY BOTTOM ROADSTATE365-999OPEN

Superfund Sites Near Pahokee

9 EPA Superfund sites (hazardous waste cleanup locations).

SiteAddressCounty
ATLANTIC HOLDING, LLC26400 STATE ROAD 880PALM BEACH
FLORIDA POWER & LIGHT COMPANY - OSCEMIL SUBSTATION32251 US HIGHWAY 98PALM BEACH
FPL MARTIN POWER PLANT21900 S.W. WARFIELD BLVDMARTIN
NEW HOPE POWER COMPANY8001 HIGHWAY 27 SOUTHPALM BEACH
OKEELANTA CORP21250 HIGHWAY 27PALM BEACH
OKEELANTA CORP21250 HIGHWAY 27PALM BEACH
OSCEOLA FARMSUS 98 EAST OF PAHOKEEPALM BEACH
SUGAR CANE GROWERS COOPERATIVE OF FLORIDAAIRPORT ROADPALM BEACH
SUGAR CANE GROWERS COOPERATIVE OF FLORIDAAIRPORT ROADPALM BEACH

Airports Near Pahokee

50 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Fort Lauderdale Hollywood International AirportFLLLarge Airport
Palm Beach International AirportPBILarge Airport
Boca Raton AirportBCTMedium Airport
Fort Lauderdale Executive AirportFXEMedium Airport
Treasure Coast International AirportFPRMedium Airport
Aero Acres Airport-Small Airport
Airglades Airport-Small Airport
Alico Ranch Airport-Small Airport
Antiquers Aerodrome-Small Airport
Belle Glade State Municipal Airport-Small Airport
Big Cypress Airfield-Small Airport
Big Cypress Ranch Airfield-Small Airport
Brady Ranch Airport-Small Airport
Charlton Strip-Small Airport
Citrus Hedging Ranch Airport-Small Airport
Devil’s Garden Strip-Small Airport
Dragonfly Airport-Small Airport
Duda Airstrip-Small Airport
Evans Properties Inc Airport-Small Airport
Felda Airport-Small Airport
Fly In Ranches Airport-Small Airport
Flying Cow Air Ranch Airport-Small Airport
Flying H Airport-Small Airport
Gary Stark Airport-Small Airport
Hales 700 Airport-Small Airport
Harper's Fly-In Ranch Airport-Small Airport
Hilliard's Private Airport-Small Airport
Horseshoe Acres Airpark-Small Airport
Immokalee Regional AirportIMMSmall Airport
Indian Hammock Airport-Small Airport
Indiantown Airport-Small Airport
J. H. Hendrie Farms Airport-Small Airport
Janurary Field-Small Airport
Kings Port Airport-Small Airport
Lake Persimmon Airstrip-Small Airport
Lake Place Airfield-Small Airport
Loxahatchee Airport-Small Airport
Lykes Brighton Airport-Small Airport
Lykes Fort Basinger Airport-Small Airport
Lykes Mass Romor Airport-Small Airport
Lykes Moore Haven Airport-Small Airport
Mc Daniel Ranch Inc. Airport-Small Airport
Naked Lady Ranch Airport-Small Airport
North Palm Beach County General Aviation Airport-Small Airport
Okeechobee County AirportOBESmall Airport
Okeelanta Airport-Small Airport
Palm Beach County Glades AirportPHKSmall Airport
Palm Beach County Park AirportLNASmall Airport
Paxton Airport-Small Airport
Pompano Beach AirparkPPMSmall Airport

Police Stations in Pahokee

7 police stations.

StationAddressPhone
Belle Glade Police Chief
Belle Glade Police Department
Martin County Sheriff's Office
Pahokee Community Police
Pahokee Police Department
Palm Beach County Sheriff's Office
Palm Beach County Sheriff's Office District 5

Grocery Stores in Pahokee

10 grocery stores.

StoreTypeAddress
Belle Glade TradingConvenience Store251 E Main St
Dollar General 14781Other540 E Main St
Family Dollar 1593Other590 E Main St
Kwik StopConvenience Store379 Bacom Point Rd
Pahokee One StopConvenience Store871 Belle Glade Rd
Save-a-lot Food Stores 45130Supermarket600 E Main St
Swifty's Food StoreConvenience Store680 E Main St
Thriftway SupermarketGrocery Store181 Rardin Ave
Track StoreConvenience Store730 Belle Glade Rd
Universal Convenience StoreConvenience Store760 E Main St

Post Offices in Pahokee

1 post offices.

Post OfficeAddress
Pahokee Post Office

Treatment Centers in Pahokee

1 treatment centers.

CenterTypePhone
Legacy Behavioral Health Center IncBoth772-597-0411

Churches & Religious Organizations in Pahokee

12 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
ABIDING FAITH CHURCH OF GOD MINISTRIES INCPO BOX 433
BAHAIS OF PAHOKEE440 E 5TH ST
BIBLE BELIEVERS MINISTRIES INC2519 SW 14TH TER
CHURCH OF THE HARVESTPO BOX 183
MUCK CITY GOSPEL CONNECTION INC206 BEGONIA DR
NEW RESURRECTION INSTITUTIONAL BAPTIST CHURCH565 S BARFIELD HWY
NEW ZION HOLINESS CHURCH INCPO BOX 198
PAHOKEE DELIVERANCE CHRISTIAN CENTER INCORPORATED OF PAHOKEE168 E 4TH ST
PAHOKEE FIRST BAPTIST CHURCHPO BOX 198
PAHOKEE FIRST HIPSANIC CHURCH OF THE NAZARENE480 BACOM POINT RD
SHILOH MISSIONARY BAPTIST CHURCH OF PAHOKEE187 W 5TH ST
UNITED MISSIONARY BAPTIST CHURCH INC212 N BARFIELD HWY

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Frequently Asked Questions About Pahokee

What is the population of Pahokee?

Pahokee has a population of 5,539 residents and is located in Florida. The population density is 1,041 people per square mile, spread across 5.5 square miles. The median age of residents is 40.5 years. The population is 52.2% female and 47.8% male.

Is Pahokee expensive to live in?

Pahokee 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 $50,464, 33% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $137,500 (51% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $912 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 2.7x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.

Is Pahokee safe?

Public safety is a concern in Pahokee, with a violent crime rate of 931 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 2,526 per 100,000 (above the national average). Overall, Pahokee receives a safety grade of F based on combined crime data.

What is the weather like in Pahokee?

Pahokee has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 76°F (25°C). Winter temperatures average 66°F in January, while summers reach an average of 84°F in July. The area receives 330 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 55.5 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 41.

How is the job market in Pahokee?

The job market in Pahokee faces challenges, with unemployment at 9.1% / significantly above the national rate of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $1,485. There are 71,342 business establishments in the area, including 3,308 restaurants and food service locations. The average commute time is 23 minutes, and 1.7% of workers work from home.

How much does housing cost in Pahokee?

The median home value in Pahokee is $137,500. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $196,003. For renters, the median monthly rent is $912. Fair market rent is $1,296 for a 1-bedroom and $1,526 for a 2-bedroom apartment. The homeownership rate is 58.7%. The average annual property tax is $15,778.

How are the schools in Pahokee?

Schools in Pahokee score 5.9 out of 10 on standardized testing, near the national average. 18.6% of adults in Pahokee hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 69.9% have completed high school. 2.0% hold a graduate or professional degree.

How healthy is Pahokee?

The obesity rate in Pahokee is 38.2% (above the national rate of 32.1%). 21.4% of adults are smokers. 40.1% are physically inactive. 15.7% of residents report depression. 28.4% lack health insurance (above the national rate). 95.9% of residents have access to exercise opportunities. The primary care physician ratio is 1:1,244.

What is transportation like in Pahokee?

The average commute in Pahokee is 23 minutes, shorter than the national average of 28 minutes. 68.8% of workers drive alone to work, 6.4% use public transit, and 1.7% work from home.

What are the demographics of Pahokee?

The racial and ethnic makeup of Pahokee is 17.7% White, 51.8% Black or African American, 1.7% Hispanic or Latino. 58.5% of residents speak only English at home, while 41.5% speak Spanish. 2.6% of the population are military veterans. 19.5% of residents have a disability. 86.4% have health insurance coverage.

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