Florida · Metropolitan Area
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.
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. 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.
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.
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.
With 1,231 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 2,712 per 100,000, 38% above the national average.
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 5.6/10.
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. Annual precipitation totals 55.5 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.
| English Only | 58.5% |
| 25% below US avg | |
| Spanish | 41.5% |
| 210% above US avg |
| Median HH Income | $50,464 |
| 33% below US avg | |
| Per Capita Income | $20,116 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $1,485 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $176,566 |
| Unemployment | 9.1% |
| 153% above US avg | |
| Poverty Rate | 23.6% |
| 90% 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 | 11.47% |
| Commute Time | 23.1 min |
| Work from Home | 1.7% |
| Census Median | $137,500 |
| 51% below US avg | |
| Zillow ZHVI | $196,003 |
| Census Median Rent | $912 |
| 22% below US avg |
| Studio | $1,212 |
| 1 Bedroom | $1,296 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1,526 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,971 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $2,261 |
| Owner-Occupied | 58.7% |
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $15,778 |
| 351% above US avg | |
| Effective Rate | 11.47% |
| Obesity | 38.2% |
| 19% above US avg | |
| Diabetes | 19.4% |
| Heart Disease | 8.4% |
| High Blood Pressure | 41.4% |
| Asthma | 10.9% |
| COPD | 9.8% |
| Stroke | 5.6% |
| Binge Drinking | 11.7% |
| Physical Inactivity | 40.1% |
| Depression | 15.7% |
| Mental Distress | 20.1% |
| Physical Distress | 18.2% |
| Insurance Rate | 86.4% |
| Checkup Rate | 77.0% |
| Premature Death | 7,624/100K |
| Food Environment | 8.5/10 |
| Exercise Access | 95.9% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 6,801 |
| Total Violent | 1,231.3/100K |
| 224% above US avg | |
| Murder | 16.6/100K |
| 164% above US avg | |
| Rape | 66.6/100K |
| Robbery | 166.4/100K |
| Assault | 981.7/100K |
| Total Property | 2,712.2/100K |
| 38% above US avg | |
| Burglary | 732.1/100K |
| Theft | 1,863.6/100K |
| Vehicle Theft | 116.5/100K |
| Arson | 16.6/100K |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 217 |
| Safety Grade | F |
| Safety Score | 1.0 / 5.0 |
| Annual Average | 76.3°F |
| 41% above US avg | |
| January Average | 66°F (19°C) |
| July Average | 84°F (29°C) |
| Annual Rainfall | 55.5 inches |
| 46% above US avg | |
| Snowfall | 0.0 inches/yr |
| AQI Median | 41.0 |
| Rating | Good |
| Elevation | 13 ft (4 m) |
| Area | 5.3 sq mi (13.8 km²) |
| Population Density | 1,041/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 26.8202°N, 80.6620°W |
| County FIPS | 12099 |
Winner: Democrat by 0.8 points
| Bachelor's Degree+ | 18.6% |
| 45% below US avg | |
| High School+ | 69.9% |
| School Test Score | 5.60 |
| RUCC Code 1 | Metro — 1 million+ |
| Population Density | 1,041/sq mi |
| Total Area | 5.3 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 | 23.1 min |
| Work from Home | 1.7% |