Winter Haven, FL cityscape

33883

Winter Haven, FL

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Total Population

23,883
5-year trend
+5.9%

Median Household Income

$58,883
5-year trend
+20.8%

Median Home Value

$310,077
5-year trend
+22.9%

Median Rent

$1,635
5-year trend
+37.7%

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Key Insights

What the data tells us about this area

Median household income is 100% higher than the state average, indicating an affluent area.

Home values are 101% higher than the state average. This area has a competitive real estate market.

Safety score of 87/100 indicates this is a very safe neighborhood with low crime rates.

Quick Facts & Insights

Key metrics and how they compare

Household Income
$58,883
100.2% above state avg
Home Value
$310,077
100.9% above state avg
Rent
$1,635
100% above state avg
Population Density
23,883 residents
Median Age
45.7 years
Safety Score
87/100
Above average safety

Livability Score

Overall quality of life rating based on key factors

Overall Livability
69
Fair
Out of 100

Score Breakdown

Amenities
99/100
Cost of Living
100/100
Safety
49/100
Education
43/100
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Employment
67/100
Housing
83/100
Weather
65/100

Data Sources & Accuracy

Official Government Data:Demographics and housing statistics are from the U.S. Census Bureau API (American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates). Weather and climate data comes from the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) API with official climate normals from the nearest weather station. Crime statistics are from the FBI Crime Data Explorer API, with county-level data when available, otherwise state-level official data.
Modeled Estimates:Schools and some economic indicators are currently modeled using statistical methods based on national averages and regional patterns. For critical decisions, verify with official sources:

Learn more about our data sources and methodology on our Data Sources page.

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Winter Haven, FL 33883

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Coordinates: 28.0026°, -81.6186°Open in Google Maps

Cost of Living

Compared to national average (100 = US average)

Overall Cost Index
59
Lower than avg
100 = US National Average

Cost Index by Category

Housing
-1
Below avg
Transportation
90
Average
Healthcare
95
Average
Groceries
85
Below avg
Utilities
92
Average
Overall
59
Below avg

Economy & Employment

Job market and economic indicators

Labor Force
15,877
Employment Rate
95.5%
Avg. Commute
36 min
Work From Home
23%

Top Industries by Employment

Industry Breakdown

Healthcare & Social Assistance
14%
Retail Trade
11.7%
Manufacturing
11.3%
Professional Services
11.3%
Education
8.8%
Total Employed
15,160
Total Unemployed
1,770
Unemployment Rate
11.1%

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Demographics Overview

Comprehensive population statistics and demographic breakdown

Key Demographic Insightsfor Winter Haven, FL

Median household income is 100% below state average, suggesting more affordable cost of living.

37.7% of adults hold bachelor's degrees or higher, comparable to national average.

Mature population with median age of 45.7 years, likely more established households.

Unemployment rate of 7.4% is above national average, indicating economic challenges.

Family-oriented community with 69% family households.

Poverty rate of 16.5% is above national average of 11.5%.

Insights are derived from US Census Bureau data and may not reflect recent changes.

Household Income Distribution

Local Median Income
$58,883
-21.6% vs US
vs State Median
+-100.2%
State: $-26,283,882
Income Distribution
0%
Under $50k
0%
Over $100k
Lower Income
Middle Income
Higher Income
Data from US Census Bureau ACS 5-Year Estimates

Age Distribution

Population by age group

Household Income Breakdown

Households by income bracket

Education Levels (Age 25+)

Highest education attained

Race & Ethnicity

Demographic composition

Households & Employment

Household Types

Family composition breakdown

Average Household Size: 2.74 people

Total Households
8,711
Family Households
68.8%

Employment by Industry

Where residents work

#1 Industry
Education
21.5%
#2 Industry
Professional
17.6%
#3 Industry
Retail
16.5%
Total Employed Residents:19,211

Commute Patterns

How residents get to work

Short Commute
14.2%
Under 10 minutes
Long Commute
11.2%
Over 60 minutes
Work From Home
13.8%
2,215 workers
Public Transit
9.2%
1,470 workers
Total Commuting Workers:16,016
Commute Insights
High remote work adoption (13.8% work from home)

Labor Force Statistics

Employment Rate
92.6%
15,442 employed
Labor Force
16,016
1,187 unemployed
Unemployment Rate:7.4%
Median Age
45.7 years
Per Capita Income
$35,329
Poverty Rate
16.5%
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