Lake Wales, FL

Lake Wales is a small city in Florida with a population of 16,365. Residents earn $55,799 per year, which is 26% below the national average.

2.9 /5.0

C+ Fair

16,365 Population 806/sq mi density

$55,799 Median Income $27,794 per capita

$225,900 Home Value $245,696 Zillow

$1,060 Median Rent 43.5% income on rent

74°F Avg Temperature 330 sunny days/yr

325 Violent Crime/100K 2,118 property/100K

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Overall

2.9 / 5.0

Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education

Economy

3.3 / 5.0

$55,799 median income, 2.8% unemployment

Affordability

4.4 / 5.0

$225,900 home value, $1,060/mo rent

Safety

1.0 / 5.0

325 violent crimes/100K (14% below avg)

C+

Education

2.8 / 5.0

22.0% bachelor's degree or higher

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1 mining sites from the Mine Safety and Health Administration (MSHA) found near Lake Wales, FL.

Name	Description
Sandland Plant	Construction Sand and Gravel - Surface (Abandoned)