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Wauchula, FL

Florida · Hardee County

Wauchula is a small town in Florida with a population of 4,910. Residents earn $36,324 per year, which is 52% below the national average.

2.5 /5.0
C+ Fair
4,910 Population 1,502/sq mi density
$36,324 Median Income $24,607 per capita
$131,500 Home Value $225,962 Zillow
$981 Median Rent 45.2% income on rent
72°F Avg Temperature 330 sunny days/yr
409 Violent Crime/100K 3,517 property/100K
C+
Overall
2.5 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C+
Economy
2.5 / 5.0
$36,324 median income, 0.1% unemployment
A+
Affordability
4.6 / 5.0
$131,500 home value, $981/mo rent
F
Safety
1.0 / 5.0
409 violent crimes/100K (8% above avg)
D
Education
1.8 / 5.0
10.5% bachelor's degree or higher

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Full City Profile
Median Income $36,324
52% lower than US avg
Home Value $131,500
53% lower than US avg
Violent Crime 409/100K
8% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 10.5%
69% lower than US avg
Median Rent $981
16% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 42.9%
34% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.1%
97% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 30.7%
148% higher than US avg

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

People

Population4,910
Median Age35.1 yrs
Density1,502/mi²
Male / Female50% / 51%
Largest GroupWhite 60%
Veterans2.7%

Economy

C+
Median Income$36,324
Per Capita$24,607
Unemployment0.1%
Poverty30.7%
County GDP$1,476M
Commute28 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$131,500
Rent$981
Ownership46.5%
Zillow$225,962
Housing Units2,056
Rent Burden45.2%

Crime

F
Violent409/100K
Property3,517/100K
Murder0.0/100K
Assault307/100K
Burglary1,186/100K

Health

Obesity42.9%
Uninsured28.7%
Smoking20.5%
Depression19.5%
Heart Disease8.0%

Climate

Avg Temp72°F (22°C)
AQI41 (Good)
Rain52.0 in/yr
Sunny Days330/yr
Elevation108 ft (33 m)

Education

D
Bachelor's+10.5%
High School+79.6%
Graduate+0.0%
School Score5.16

Community

2024 VoteR 78% / D 22%
Commute28 min
Broadband77.2%
EV Stations1
Libraries1

Is Wauchula a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Wauchula receives an overall livability score of 2.5 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate, a high uninsured rate, below-average incomes. Wauchula has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Wauchula is $36,324, 52% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.1%. The poverty rate of 30.7% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Wauchula is $131,500, 53% below the national median / offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $981 per month, below the national average / a plus for affordability. A price-to-income ratio of 3.6x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Safety & Crime

The violent crime rate of 409 per 100,000 is above the national average of 380 / something for prospective residents to consider. Property crime occurs at a rate of 3,517 per 100,000, 79% above the national average.

Education

10.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 79.6% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.2/10.

Climate & Weather

Wauchula has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 72°F. Winters average 60°F in January while summers reach 82°F in July. With 330 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 52.0 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Wauchula has a population of 4,910 with a density of 1,502 people per square mile, spread across 3.2 square miles. The median age is 35.1 years, 10% younger than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 50.5% female and 49.5% male. The city is predominantly White (59.8%), with 1.9% Hispanic, 4.9% Black, 1.2% Asian. English is the primary language spoken at home by 59% of residents, while 41% speak Spanish. 2.7% of the population are veterans, below the national rate of 6.0%. 8.6% of residents have a disability (below the 13.0% national average). 90.3% have health insurance coverage.

Population

4,910
Total Population
1,502
People / sq mi
35.1yrs
Median Age
10% below US avg
3.2mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 49.5%
Female 50.5%

Race & Ethnicity

Wauchula vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only 59.0%
25% below US avg
Spanish 41.0%
206% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Wauchula vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Wauchula is $36,324, which is 52% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $24,607 (below the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $908, 37% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 0.1% (below the 3.6% US average). 30.7% of residents live below the poverty line, higher than the national rate of 12.4%. The area has 596 business establishments, including 39 restaurants. The cost of living index is 103.4, roughly in line with the national average. Workers commute an average of 28 minutes. 0.4% of workers work from home (below the 15.2% national rate).

Income: Wauchula vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$36,324
52% below US avg
Per Capita Income$24,607
Avg Weekly Wage$908
IRS Avg AGI$53,719
Gini Index0.516 (0=equal, 1=unequal)

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.1%
97% below US avg
Poverty Rate30.7%
148% above US avg
Establishments (County)596
County GDP$1,476M

Business (County)

Restaurants39
Healthcare54
Retail68
Manufacturing14

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$4,540
30% above US avg
Cost of Living103.40 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate3.45%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time27.8 min
Drive Alone69.2%
Public Transit0.6%
Work from Home0.4%

Walkability

The median home value in Wauchula is $131,500, 53% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $225,962, higher than the Census estimate. Homes sell for 95.1% of their list price, suggesting buyers have room to negotiate. Monthly rent averages $981 (16% 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. 46.5% of housing units are owner-occupied (below the 65.4% national rate). There are 2,056 total housing units in the city. The median year a home was built is 1978. The average annual property tax is $4,540 (higher than the $3,500 national average). 45.2% 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 3.6x.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$131,500
53% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$225,962
Median List Price$244,000

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$244,000
$/Sq Ft$116
Homes Sold2
Sale-to-List Ratio95.1%
Price Drops25.0%
Inventory12

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$981
16% below US avg
Rent Burden45.2%

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

Homeownership46.5%
Owner-Occupied46.5%
Renter-Occupied53.5%
Housing Units2,056
Median Year Built1978

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,540
30% above US avg
Effective Rate3.45%
In Wauchula, 42.9% of adults are obese, above the national rate of 32.1%. 16.1% have diabetes (above the 10.5% national rate). Heart disease affects 8.0% of residents, above the national average. 36.1% have high blood pressure. 20.5% are current smokers (above the 14.0% national rate). 14.1% report binge drinking. 37.3% are physically inactive, above the national average. 19.5% report depression. 21.0% experience frequent mental distress. 28.7% of residents lack health insurance (above the 8.6% national rate). The primary care physician ratio is 1:6,356. The dentist ratio is 1:1,710. 31.0% of residents have access to exercise opportunities. The food environment index is 5.8 out of 10.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity42.9%
34% above US avg
Diabetes16.1%
Heart Disease8.0%
High Blood Pressure36.1%
Asthma10.3%
COPD10.0%
Cancer6.5%
Stroke4.4%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking20.5%
46% above US avg
Binge Drinking14.1%
Physical Inactivity37.3%
Depression19.5%
Mental Distress21.0%
Physical Distress18.6%
Short Sleep40.1%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate90.3%
Uninsured28.7%
234% above US avg
Primary Care1:6,356
Dentists1:1,710
Mental Health1:5,152
Checkup Rate74.2%
Dental Visits40.0%
Premature Death11,769/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment5.8/10
Exercise Access31.0%
Healthcare Facilities54
Wauchula has a violent crime rate of 409 per 100,000 residents, 8% above the national average of 380. This breaks down to aggravated assault at 306.8 per 100,000, robbery at 61.4, rape at 40.9. The murder rate is 0.0 per 100,000 (below the national rate of 6.3). Property crime stands at 3,517 per 100,000, 79% above the U.S. average. This includes larceny/theft at 2,168, burglary at 1,186, vehicle theft at 164 per 100,000 residents. The county recorded 7 fatal traffic crashes. Overall, Wauchula receives a safety grade of F.

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

Violent Crime

Total Violent409.0/100K
8% above US avg
Murder0.0/100K
100% below US avg
Rape40.9/100K
Robbery61.4/100K
Assault306.8/100K

Property Crime

Total Property3,517.4/100K
79% above US avg
Burglary1,186.1/100K
Theft2,167.7/100K
Vehicle Theft163.6/100K
Arson0.0/100K

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)7
Traffic Accidents277
Avg Accident Severity2.1 / 4.0

Safety Score

Safety GradeF
Safety Score1.0 / 5.0
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Wauchula has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 72°F (22°C). Winters average 60°F in January while summers reach 82°F in July. 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 52.0 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 108 feet.

Temperature

60°F Jan (16°C) 82°F Jul (28°C)
Annual Average72.4°F
34% above US avg
January Average60°F (16°C)
July Average82°F (28°C)
Sunny Days330 days/yr

Geography

Elevation108 ft (33 m)
Area3.2 sq mi (8.4 km²)
Population Density1,502/sq mi
Coordinates27.5469°N, 81.8101°W
TimezoneAmerica/New_York
CountyHardee County County
Nearest AirportSebring Regional (SEF)
29 miles away

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 52.0"
37% above US avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Jul) 7.99"
Driest Month (Apr) 1.77"

Air Quality

AQI Median41.0
RatingGood

Natural Hazard Risk

Overall RiskRelatively Low
Risk Score69.2 / 100
Social Vulnerability48.0 / 100
Community Resilience4.4 / 100

Hazard Breakdown

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

Hurricane History

22 hurricanes (Cat 1+) within 500 km since 1980. Strongest: Category 5. Most recent: Milton (2024, Cat 4).

Year Name Category Closest
2024 Milton Category 4 40 km
2024 Helene Category 4 276 km
2024 Debby Category 1 237 km
2023 Idalia Category 4 277 km
2022 Ian Category 5 40 km
2022 Nicole Category 1 149 km
2021 Elsa Category 1 173 km
2020 Eta Category 1 284 km
2019 Dorian Category 2 291 km
2017 Irma Category 3 10 km
2016 Matthew Category 4 197 km
2005 Wilma Category 3 170 km
2005 Katrina Category 2 229 km
2005 Ophelia Category 1 273 km
2004 Charley Category 4 65 km
2004 Jeanne Category 3 27 km
2004 Frances Category 2 60 km
2000 Gordon Category 1 202 km
1999 Irene Category 1 170 km
1995 Erin Category 1 140 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980–2026)

Tornado History

850 tornadoes (EF0+) within 100 km since 1950. Strongest: EF4. Total: 44 fatalities, 680 injuries.

Date Rating Distance Fatalities
Apr 15, 1958 EF4 81 km 0
Feb 22, 1998 EF3 83 km 25
Oct 3, 1992 EF3 93 km 3
Mar 17, 1985 EF3 84 km 2
Jan 24, 1979 EF3 84 km 0
May 4, 1978 EF3 97 km 3
Oct 31, 1958 EF3 81 km 0
Oct 9, 2024 EF2 96 km 0
Oct 9, 2024 EF2 86 km 0
Oct 9, 2024 EF2 53 km 0
Dec 16, 2020 EF2 99 km 0
Oct 18, 2019 EF2 54 km 0
Sep 10, 2017 EF2 68 km 0
Apr 6, 2017 EF2 96 km 0
Jan 17, 2016 EF2 79 km 0
Jan 17, 2016 EF2 40 km 2
Jun 24, 2012 EF2 47 km 0
Dec 25, 2006 EF2 99 km 0
Jun 21, 2006 EF2 70 km 0
Mar 9, 1998 EF2 44 km 0
Source: NOAA SPC (EF0+, 1950–2024)

Wildfire History

20 wildfires (100+ acres) within 100 km. Largest: UNNAMED (16,145 ac, 1986).

Year Name Acres Distance
1986 UNNAMED 16,145 74 km
1991 UNNAMED 14,572 78 km
2001 STAGECOACH COMPLEX 14,079 79 km
2021 KISSIMMEE BEND NORTH 13,782 68 km
1999 UNNAMED 12,935 73 km
1999 UNNAMED 12,527 77 km
2006 UNNAMED 12,050 55 km
1992 UNNAMED 11,488 68 km
1996 UNNAMED 9,427 73 km
2004 UNNAMED 9,397 79 km
2006 UNNAMED 9,045 76 km
2024 APQ RECREATION AREA RX 0506 8,901 70 km
1999 UNNAMED 8,800 72 km
1998 UNNAMED 8,794 55 km
2017 ECHO SPRINGS 8,640 56 km
2004 UNNAMED 8,516 75 km
1993 UNNAMED 8,494 78 km
2008 UNNAMED 8,268 73 km
1984 UNNAMED 7,765 95 km
2004 UNNAMED 7,670 54 km
Source: NIFC/IRWIN (100+ acres)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 60°F (16°C) 2.2 in Coldest
February 63°F (17°C) 2.9 in
March 67°F (20°C) 3.1 in
April 71°F (22°C) 1.8 in Driest
May 77°F (25°C) 4.2 in
June 80°F (27°C) 8.0 in
July 82°F (28°C) 8.0 in Warmest, Wettest
August 82°F (28°C) 6.9 in
September 81°F (27°C) 6.3 in
October 75°F (24°C) 2.3 in
November 68°F (20°C) 2.0 in
December 63°F (17°C) 1.9 in

Wauchula has a seasonal temperature swing of 22°F / from 60°F in January to 82°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 49.5 inches, with July being the wettest month (8.0") and April the driest (1.8").

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Wauchula is located in Hardee County. It is classified as Nonmetro / Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent, a smaller urban community. 10.5% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 69% below the national average of 33.7%. 79.6% have completed high school. 0.0% hold a graduate or professional degree (below the 13.1% national rate). Area schools have an average test score of 5.2 out of 10. In the 2024 presidential election, the county voted Republican with 77.8% of the vote, a 56.3-point margin. 77.2% of households have broadband internet access (below the 90.0% national rate). The area has 1 EV charging stations. There are 1 public libraries serving the community. 54 healthcare facilities operate in the area. 69.2% of workers drive alone to work.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 77.8%
D 21.5%

Winner: Republican by 56.3 points

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)7
Traffic Accidents277
Avg Accident Severity2.1 / 4.0
F Safety Grade (1.0/5.0)

Education

Bachelor's Degree+10.5%
69% below US avg
High School+79.6%
Graduate Degree+0.0%
School Test Score5.16
D Education Grade (1.8/5.0)

Area & Infrastructure

RUCC Code 6Nonmetro / Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent
Population Density1,502/sq mi
Total Area3.2 sq mi
CountyHardee County County

Services

Broadband Access77.2%
Avg Download Speed34.8 Mbps
Avg Upload Speed3.1 Mbps
Max Download Speed987 Mbps
EV Charging Stations1
Alt Fuel Stations1
Public Libraries1
Healthcare Facilities54
Restaurants39
Retail Stores68

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute27.8 min
Drive Alone69.2%
Public Transit0.6%
Work from Home0.4%
Average costs for common services in Wauchula. 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)
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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)
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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)
View all 8 services

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)
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Childcare

Center-Based (monthly)
Infant$650
Toddler$563
Preschool$520
Family Childcare (monthly)
Source: DOL Women's Bureau (2022)

Top Industries in Hardee County

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

Industry Jobs Establishments Avg Annual Pay Location Quotient
Accommodation & Food Services 960 43 $33,455 1.50
Health Care & Social Assistance 915 48 $48,904 0.91
Retail Trade 814 80 $33,175 1.16
Construction 325 58 $50,012 0.88
Manufacturing 252 12 $44,944 0.44
Finance & Insurance 156 14 $74,874 0.55
Transportation & Warehousing 145 20 $53,185 0.49
Arts & Entertainment 48 6 $26,409 0.41
Real Estate 43 22 $40,685 0.39
Educational Services 33 6 $28,845 0.23

Hospitals in Wauchula

Hospital Type CMS Rating Emergency Phone
ADVENTHEALTH WAUCHULA Critical Access Hospitals Yes (863) 773-3101

Schools in Wauchula

8 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
HARDEE SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL High 1,403 68 20.6:1
HARDEE JUNIOR HIGH SCHOOL High 1,141 62 18.4:1
WAUCHULA ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Elementary 616 41 15.0:1
NORTH WAUCHULA ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Elementary 510 35 14.6:1
HILLTOP ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Elementary 286 18 15.9:1
HARDEE VIRTUAL FRANCHISE Other 24 0
HARDEE VIRTUAL INSTRUCTION PROGRAM Other 0
HARDEE VIRTUAL INSTRUCTION PROGRAM (DISTRICT PROVIDED) Elementary 0
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Radio Stations near Wauchula

1 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
Christian Life Radio christian MP3 128 kbps

National Parks Near Wauchula

19 national parks and monuments found near Wauchula.

ParkTypeFee
Alafia River State Park State Park Free
Cayo Costa State Park State Park Free
Colt Creek State Park State Park Free
De Soto National Memorial National Memorial Free
Don Pedro Island State Park State Park Free
Gasparilla Island State Park State Park Free
Highlands Hammock State Park State Park Free
Hillsborough River State Park State Park Free
Lake June-in-Winter Scrub State Park State Park Free
Lake Kissimmee State Park State Park Free
Lake Manatee State Park State Park Free
Little Manatee River State Park State Park Free
Maderia Bickle Archaeological State Park State Park Free
Myakka River State Park State Park Free
Oscar Scherer State Park State Park Free
Stump Pass Beach State Park State Park Free
Weeki Wachee Springs State Park State Park Free
Werner-Boyce Salt Springs State Park State Park Free
Ybor City Museum State Park State Park Free

Museums in Wauchula

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
HISTORICAL SOCIETY OF FORT MEADE FLORIDAHISTORIC PRESERVATION1 TECUMSEH AVE8632857474$9,767
CRACKER TRAIL MUSEUMGENERAL MUSEUM8637350119
FROSTPROOF HISTORICAL SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION
HARDEE COUNTY BUILDERS ASSOCIATION SPECIAL PROJECTSGENERAL MUSEUM
HISTORICAL SOCIETY OF FT MEADEHISTORIC PRESERVATION8632857474

Restaurants in Wauchula

1 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Pizza Hut

Gas Stations in Wauchula

2 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Shell
Speedway

Banks in Wauchula

1 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Suncoast Credit Union

Nursing Homes in Wauchula

2 nursing homes and rehabilitation centers (CMS data).

Facility Ownership Beds Residents Overall Health Staffing Quality Phone
FINR III, LLC
1962 VANDOLAH RD
For profit - Individual 25 4 5/5 8637732857
HARDEE MANOR HEALTHCARE CENTER
401 ORANGE PLACE
For profit - Corporation 79 70 5/5 3/5 5/5 8637733231

Pharmacies in Wauchula

6 pharmacies and drugstores.

Pharmacy Address Phone
AUM PHARMACY 518 SOUTH 6TH AVENUE 863-767-8875
CVS - 2030 301 SOUTH 6TH AVENUE 863-767-1195
HEARTLAND PHARMACY - 3 1123 UNITED STATES HIGHWAY 17 SOUTH 863-767-8920
PETE'S PHARMACY 457 CARLTON STREET 863-773-4525
WAL-MART SUPERCENTER - 759 1480 UNITED STATES HIGHWAY 17 NORTH 863-773-5900
WINN DIXIE - 667 1510 UNITED STATES HIGHWAY 17 NORTH 863-767-1062

EV Charging Stations in Wauchula

NameAddressNetworkLevel 2DC FastConnectorsAccess
City of Wauchula Main Street City Parking Lot17 N 6th AveBlink Network2J1772public

Cell Towers in Wauchula

AddressStructure TypeHeight (ft)
245 Kelly Roberts Rd (6797)GTOWER96
5950 S HAMMOCK ROAD (6801)GTOWER95
9451 STATE RD 64 WEST (15570)GTOWER94
9451 SR 64 WEST (15570)GTOWER94
SR 62 Five Miles East of SR 39TOWER91
7635 SR 62 (139046)GTOWER91
7635 SR 62 (139046)GTOWER91
6200 OLD BREWSTER RDTOWER91
823 NORTH PALMETTO AVENUE (7591)LTOWER57

Fire Stations in Wauchula

NameAddressTypeActive FirefightersVolunteersPhone
Hardee County Fire Rescue149 K D Revell RDMostly career863-773-3313

Power Plants Near Wauchula

NameTypePrimary FuelCapacity (MW)Status
CHARLIE CREEK SOLAR POWER PLANTSOLAR PHOTOVOLTAIC221114-81.7T
VANDOLAH POWER STATIONNATURAL GAS FIRED COMBUSTION TURBINE221112-81.9OP

Bridges in Wauchula

LocationTypeKindYear BuiltLength (ft)Daily TrafficCondition
CulvertConcrete20073612,000G
Stringer/Multi-beamPrestressed concrete200412010,000G
SlabConcrete continuous19992517,700G
SlabConcrete continuous19991287,700G
CulvertConcrete1932214,500F
Tee BeamPrestressed concrete1975753,342G
CulvertConcrete1970373,200F
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel1954246950F
CulvertSteel196530950F
CulvertConcrete198323672G
Tee BeamPrestressed concrete197775600P
SlabPrestressed concrete1970265550F
Stringer/Multi-beamPrestressed concrete1961200500F
CulvertConcrete197043500P

Correctional Facilities in Wauchula

NameAddressTypePopulationCapacityStatus
HARDEE COUNTY DETENTION FACILITY900 E SUMMIT STCOUNTY118190OPEN

Superfund Sites Near Wauchula

14 EPA Superfund sites (hazardous waste cleanup locations).

SiteAddressCounty
FLORIDA POWER CORP3219 STATE ROAD 630 WESTPOLK
HARDEE POWER STATION6695 N COUNTY ROAD 663HARDEE
HARDEE POWER STATION6695 N COUNTY ROAD 663HARDEE
HARDEE POWER STATION6695 N COUNTY ROAD 663HARDEE
HINES ENERGY COMPLEX7700 COUNTY ROAD 555POLK
MIDULLA GENERATING STATION6697 NORTH COUNTY ROAD 663HARDEE
MOSAIC FERTILIZER LLC7450 HIGHWAY 630POLK
MOSAIC FERTILIZER LLC7450 HIGHWAY 630POLK
TAMPA ELECTRIC CO - POLK POWER9995 STATE ROUTE 37 SOUTHPOLK
TAMPA ELECTRIC CO - POLK POWER9995 STATE ROUTE 37 SOUTHPOLK
U.S. AGRI-CHEMICALS CORPORATION3225 STATE ROAD 630 WESTPOLK
U.S. AGRI-CHEMICALS CORPORATION3225 STATE ROAD 630 WESTPOLK
U.S. AGRI-CHEMICALS CORPORATION3225 STATE ROAD 630 WESTPOLK
VANDOLAH POWER PROJECT2394 VANDOLAH ROADHARDEE

Airports Near Wauchula

50 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Sarasota Bradenton International AirportSRQLarge Airport
Tampa International AirportTPALarge Airport
Kissimmee Gateway AirportISMMedium Airport
Lakeland Linder International AirportLALMedium Airport
MacDill Air Force BaseMCFMedium Airport
Punta Gorda AirportPGDMedium Airport
Adana AirfieldSmall Airport
Airport Manatee AirportSmall Airport
Arcadia Municipal AirportSmall Airport
Avon Park Executive AirportAVOSmall Airport
Bald Eagle AirstripSmall Airport
Bartow Executive AirportBOWSmall Airport
Bent Willies AirportSmall Airport
Blackwater Creek UltralightportSmall Airport
Blanket Bay AirportSmall Airport
Bright Hour Ranch AirportSmall Airport
Bright Hour Ranch AirportSmall Airport
Brownville AirportSmall Airport
Buchan AirportSmall Airport
Burntwood Ranch AirportSmall Airport
Carlton Ranch-Sidell AirportSmall Airport
Chalet Suzanne Air StripSmall Airport
Cherokee Ranch AirportSmall Airport
Coral Creek AirportSmall Airport
Crews Homestead Ranch AirportSmall Airport
David Wine's AirstripSmall Airport
Duette Training Facility AirportSmall Airport
Flanders FieldSmall Airport
Flying H AirportSmall Airport
Flying L AirportSmall Airport
Gator AirparkSmall Airport
Gentry AirportSmall Airport
Geraci AirparkSmall Airport
Gore AirportSmall Airport
Green Swamp AerodromeSmall Airport
Griffins Peace River Ranch AirportSmall Airport
Gyro Town Usa STOLportSmall Airport
Hennessy AirportSmall Airport
Hidden River AirportSmall Airport
Hilliard's Private AirportSmall Airport
Hummingbirds LandingSmall Airport
J. H. Hendrie Farms AirportSmall Airport
Jubilee Acres AirportSmall Airport
Kings Port AirportSmall Airport
Lake Clinch AirparkSmall Airport
Lake Persimmon AirstripSmall Airport
Lake Suzy Estates AirportSmall Airport
Lake Wales Municipal AirportSmall Airport
Lake X AirportSmall Airport
Last Chance Ranch AirportSmall Airport

Police Stations in Wauchula

6 police stations.

StationAddressPhone
Bowling Green Police Department
Fort Meade Police Department
Hardee County Sheriff's Office
Polk County Sheriff's Office Community Policing Unit Bradley
Wauchula Police Department
Zolfo Springs Police Department

Grocery Stores in Wauchula

17 grocery stores.

StoreTypeAddress
Burgin Farmers Market NAFMNPGrocery Store611 S 6th Ave
Cardenas MarketGrocery Store1775 N Florida Ave
CIRCLE K 2707084Convenience Store500 Carlton St
CVS Pharmacy 2030Other310 S 6th Ave
Dollar General 10067Other1104 S 6th Ave
Dollar Tree 5160Other1103 S 6th Ave
Family Dollar 731Other1020 S 6th Ave
Mangos Market IncGrocery Store112 N 6th Ave
Mobil MartConvenience Store306 S 6th Ave
Murphy USA 6698Convenience Store1484 US Highway 17 N
Preston FoodsConvenience Store101 Carlton St
Save A Lot 30041Supermarket1020 S 6th Ave
Speedway 6587Convenience Store101 W Oak St
Walmart Supercenter 759Super Store1480 US Highway 17 N
Wauchula Food StoreConvenience Store501 N Florida Ave
Wauchula SupermarketGrocery Store1915 US Highway 17 N
Winn Dixie 2550Super Store1133 S 6th Ave

Post Offices in Wauchula

1 post offices.

Post OfficeAddress
Wauchula Post Office

Treatment Centers in Wauchula

2 treatment centers.

CenterTypePhone
Peace River Center - Wauchula OfficeMental Health863-519-0575
Tri County Human Services Inc - Wauchula Outpatient ClinicSubstance Abuse863-773-2226

DOL Wage Violations in Wauchula

34 employers with DOL wage violations totaling $292,240 in back wages owed to 897 employees.

34
Violations
$292,240
Back Wages Owed
897
Employees Owed
Data from the U.S. Department of Labor Wage and Hour Division (WHD) enforcement actions since FY 2005.
Employer Severity Parent Company ZIP Industry Cases Back Wages Per Employee Employees
Johnson Harvesting, LLC. (H2ALC) 33873 1 $65,560 $1,366 48
LPG Harvesting, LLC - 442944 33873 2 $30,159 $299 101
Reyna Harvesting 33873 2 $26,884 $768 35
JLC Farms, Inc. 33873 1 $19,011 $453 42
Hardee Animal Clinic 33873 1 $18,821 $2,689 7
Reyna, Joshua - H-2ALC 33873 1 $18,290 $631 29
Reyna Harvesting (H2ALC) 33873 1 $16,473 $412 40
Chapman Fruit Company AGER 33873 3 $10,632 $148 72
J. Rivera Harvesting 33873 2 $10,000 $86 116
Paul's Kitchen 33873 1 $8,852 $553 16
Gutierrez-Tapia, Rodrigo - H2A LC 33873 1 $8,124 $226 36
Flores, Roberto (FLC) 33873 1 $7,908 $158 50
Johnson Harvesting, Inc. - H2A LC 33873 1 $7,880 $788 10
Paul, John II - H-2ALC 33873 1 $7,458 $533 14
Car Two - H2A 33873 1 $6,545 $69 95
DLR Fruit and Vegetable (FLC) 33873 1 $5,349 $101 53
Wauchula Super Market 33873 1 $4,000 $4,000 1
701 Harvesting, LLc 33873 2 $3,650 $1,825 2
Gutierrez-Tapia, Rodrigo - H2A FLC 33873 1 $3,399 $72 47
CareSync 33873 1 $3,315 $255 13
Tri County Appliance Repair 33873 1 $1,799 $900 2
Larry Davis Inc. 33873 1 $1,793 $598 3
Kemen's Auto Parts 33873 1 $1,319 $1,319 1
Arroyo, Sofio T (FLC) 33873 1 $1,191 $119 10
Rivera, Abdon FLC 33873 1 $1,120 $53 21
Lazo Farms & Sons 33873 1 $965 $193 5
Jose Rivera Harvesting - FLC 33873 1 $650 $93 7
R. Flores & Sons 33873 1 $349 $44 8
Cobb Site Development, Inc 33873 1 $228 $228 1
B & L Citrus, Inc. - FLC 33873 3 $164 $27 6
Gallegos, Lydia- FLC 33873 1 $131 $65 2
Geronimo Lopez 33873 2 $92 $92 1
Lydia Gallegos - FLC 33873 1 $70 $35 2
Lazo Harvesting 33873 1 $59 $59 1

Churches & Religious Organizations in Wauchula

36 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
411 MINISTRIES CORP845 ALTMAN RD
CATHOLIC MEN OF SAINT MICHAEL INC408 HEARD BRIDGE RD
CHARLIE CREEK FAITH BAPTIST CHURCH6885 STATE ROAD 64 E
CHURCH TO THE NATIONS INC319 PARK DR
CROSSINGS MINISTRIES INCPO BOX 411
EL REMANENTE PENTECOSTAL CHURCH INC314 GARDEN DR
FAITH ASSEMBLY OF GOD1012 N FLORIDA AVE
FAITH PRESBYTERIAN CHURCHPO BOX 1480
FAITH TEMPLE1701 N 7TH AVE
FIRST BAPTIST CHILDRENS ACADEMY INC1570 W MAIN ST
FLORIDAS FIRST ASSEMBLY OF GOD INC1397 S FLORIDA AVE
HARVEST AVIATION INC1314 MAURICE SONNY CLAVEL RD
HOUSE OF GRACE WORSHIP CENTER401 S FLORIDA AVE
IGLESIA CRISTIANA EBENE-ZER INC511 E PALMETTO ST
IGLESIA CRISTIANA JESUCRISTO EL BUEN PASTOR INC314 N 4TH AVE
IMMANUEL BAPTIST CHURCH602 CANAAN LN
LAKE DALE BAPTIST CHURCH3102 HEARD BRIDGE RD
MINISTERIO INTERNACIONAL CAMBIADORES DE MUNDO INC704 W MAIN ST
MISSION PURPOSE INTERNATIONAL INC188 MYRTLE DR
NEW HOPE BAPTIST CHURCH1999 STATE ROAD 64 E
NORTHSIDE BAPTIST CHURCH912 N 8TH AVE
OAK GROVE BAPTIST CHURCH4350 W MAIN ST
PEACE VALLEY LUTHERAN CHURCH1634 STENSTROM RD
POWER AND LIGHT PRODUCTIONS OF WAUCHULA INCPO BOX 97
PROGRESSIVE MISSIONARY BAPTIST CHURCHPO BOX 1868
REAL LIFE COMMUNITY CHURCH INCPO BOX 97
SHERRY WHITE MINISTRIES INCPO BOX 2566
SOUTHSIDE BAPTIST CHURCHPO BOX 515
SPACIOUS PLACE MINISTRIES INC234 S 6TH AVE STE 101
SPIRIT WIND TABERNACLE INC1652 OLD BRADENTON RD
ST MICHAELS PARISH IN WAUCHULA INC408 HEARD BRIDGE RD
TAKE CARE OF OTHERS1696 HARVILL RD
VISIONARIES OF CHRISTPO BOX 441
WAUCHULA FIRST BAPTIST CHURCH1570 W MAIN ST
WAUCHULA HILLS BAPTIST CHURCHPO BOX 687
WAUCHULA WORSHIP CENTER INC1720 W MAIN ST

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Frequently Asked Questions About Wauchula

What is the population of Wauchula?

Wauchula has a population of 4,910 residents and is located in Florida. The population density is 1,502 people per square mile, spread across 3.2 square miles. The median age of residents is 35.1 years, which is younger than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 50.5% female and 49.5% male.

Is Wauchula expensive to live in?

Wauchula 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 $36,324, 52% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $131,500 (53% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $981 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 3.6x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.

Is Wauchula safe?

The violent crime rate in Wauchula is 409 per 100,000 residents, above the national average of 380. Prospective residents should research specific neighborhoods, as crime rates can vary significantly within the city. Property crime occurs at a rate of 3,517 per 100,000 (above the national average). Overall, Wauchula receives a safety grade of F based on combined crime data.

What is the weather like in Wauchula?

Wauchula has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 72°F (22°C). Winter temperatures average 60°F in January, while summers reach an average of 82°F in July. The area receives 330 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 52.0 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 41.

How is the job market in Wauchula?

The job market in Wauchula is very strong, with unemployment at just 0.1% / well below the national rate of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $908. There are 596 business establishments in the area, including 39 restaurants and food service locations. The average commute time is 28 minutes, and 0.4% of workers work from home.

How much does housing cost in Wauchula?

The median home value in Wauchula is $131,500. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $225,962. For renters, the median monthly rent is $981. Fair market rent is $1,296 for a 1-bedroom and $1,526 for a 2-bedroom apartment. The homeownership rate is 46.5%. The average annual property tax is $4,540.

How are the schools in Wauchula?

Schools in Wauchula score 5.2 out of 10 on standardized testing, near the national average. 10.5% of adults in Wauchula hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 79.6% have completed high school. 0.0% hold a graduate or professional degree.

How healthy is Wauchula?

The obesity rate in Wauchula is 42.9% (above the national rate of 32.1%). 20.5% of adults are smokers. 37.3% are physically inactive. 19.5% of residents report depression. 28.7% lack health insurance (above the national rate). 31.0% of residents have access to exercise opportunities. The primary care physician ratio is 1:6,356.

What is transportation like in Wauchula?

The average commute in Wauchula is 28 minutes. 69.2% of workers drive alone to work, and 0.4% work from home.

What are the demographics of Wauchula?

The racial and ethnic makeup of Wauchula is 59.8% White, 4.9% Black or African American, 1.9% Hispanic or Latino, 1.2% Asian. 59% of residents speak only English at home, while 41% speak Spanish. 2.7% of the population are military veterans. 8.6% of residents have a disability. 90.3% have health insurance coverage.

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