Wauchula, FL

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Wauchula Overview

4,898
TOTAL POPULATION
2,416
MALE POPULATION
2,482
FEMALE POPULATION
97.34
MALES / 100 FEMALES
102.73
FEMALES / 100 MALES
33.5
MEDIAN AGE
3.0
AVG FAMILY SIZE
2.5
AVG HOUSEHOLD SIZE
$19,691
PER CAPITA INCOME
$49,253
AVG FAMILY INCOME
$32,854
AVG HOUSEHOLD INCOME
28.5%
WAGE / INCOME GAP [ % ]
71.5¢/ $1
WAGE / INCOME GAP [ $ ]
0.49
INEQUALITY / GINI INDEX
1,632
LABOR FORCE [ PEOPLE ]
47.7%
PERCENT IN LABOR FORCE
2.5%
UNEMPLOYMENT RATE

Wauchula Zip Codes

Wauchula Area Codes

Race in Wauchula

The most populous races in Wauchula are White / Caucasian (3,031 | 61.9%), Hispanic or Latino (2,745 | 56.0%), and Two or more Races (894 | 18.2%).
Race in Wauchula
Race# Population% Population
Asian00.0%
Black / African American4248.7%
Hawaiian / Pacific00.0%
Hispanic or Latino2,74556.0%
Native / Alaskan00.0%
White / Caucasian3,03161.9%
Two or more Races89418.2%
Some other Race54911.2%
Total4,898100.0%

Ancestry in Wauchula

The most populous ancestries reported in Wauchula are Mexican (1,838 | 37.5%), Puerto Rican (865 | 17.7%), American (408 | 8.3%), English (276 | 5.6%), and Irish (211 | 4.3%), together accounting for 73.5% of all Wauchula residents.
Ancestry in Wauchula
Ancestry# Population% Population
African460.9%
American4088.3%
Cherokee20.0%
Cuban140.3%
Danish200.4%
English2765.6%
German1523.1%
Haitian50.1%
Irish2114.3%
Italian1523.1%
Jamaican50.1%
Mexican1,83837.5%
Polish210.4%
Puerto Rican86517.7%
Scottish30.1%
Spanish230.5%
Subsaharan African460.9%
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Immigrants in Wauchula

The most numerous immigrant groups reported in Wauchula came from Latin America (403 | 8.2%), Central America (384 | 7.8%), Mexico (384 | 7.8%), Caribbean (19 | 0.4%), and Cuba (19 | 0.4%), together accounting for 24.7% of all Wauchula residents.
Immigrants in Wauchula
Immigration Origin# Population% Population
Canada130.3%
Caribbean190.4%
Central America3847.8%
Cuba190.4%
Latin America4038.2%
Mexico3847.8%
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Sex and Age in Wauchula

Sex and Age in Wauchula

The most populous age groups in Wauchula are 10 to 14 Years (466 | 19.3%) for men and Under 5 Years (368 | 14.8%) for women.
Sex and Age in Wauchula
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years129 (5.3%)368 (14.8%)
5 to 9 Years166 (6.9%)155 (6.2%)
10 to 14 Years466 (19.3%)192 (7.7%)
15 to 19 Years125 (5.2%)282 (11.4%)
20 to 24 Years2 (0.1%)74 (3.0%)
25 to 29 Years267 (11.1%)112 (4.5%)
30 to 34 Years71 (2.9%)88 (3.5%)
35 to 39 Years259 (10.7%)178 (7.2%)
40 to 44 Years117 (4.8%)259 (10.4%)
45 to 49 Years315 (13.0%)84 (3.4%)
50 to 54 Years64 (2.6%)154 (6.2%)
55 to 59 Years66 (2.7%)38 (1.5%)
60 to 64 Years192 (8.0%)116 (4.7%)
65 to 69 Years6 (0.3%)112 (4.5%)
70 to 74 Years64 (2.6%)25 (1.0%)
75 to 79 Years27 (1.1%)27 (1.1%)
80 to 84 Years15 (0.6%)130 (5.2%)
85 Years and over65 (2.7%)88 (3.5%)
Total2,416 (100.0%)2,482 (100.0%)

Families and Households in Wauchula

Median Family Size in Wauchula

The median family size in Wauchula is 3.00 persons per family, with single female/mother families (275 | 22.2%) accounting for the largest median family size of 4.65 persons per family. On the other hand, single male/father families (218 | 17.6%) represent the smallest median family size with 2.09 persons per family.
Median Family Size in Wauchula
Family Type# FamiliesFamily Size
Married-Couple748 (60.3%)2.66
Single Male/Father218 (17.6%)2.09
Single Female/Mother275 (22.2%)4.65
Total Families1,241 (100.0%)3.00

Median Household Size in Wauchula

The median household size in Wauchula is 2.53 persons per household, with single female/mother households (275 | 15.2%) accounting for the largest median household size of 4.84 persons per household. non-family households (563 | 31.2%) represent the smallest median household size with 1.13 persons per household.
Median Household Size in Wauchula
Household Type# HouseholdsHousehold Size
Married-Couple748 (41.5%)2.77
Single Male/Father218 (12.1%)2.42
Single Female/Mother275 (15.2%)4.84
Non-family563 (31.2%)1.13
Total Households1,804 (100.0%)2.53

Household Size by Marriage Status in Wauchula

Out of a total of 1,804 households in Wauchula, 1,241 (68.8%) are family households, while 563 (31.2%) are nonfamily households. The most numerous type of family households are 3-person households, comprising 550, and the most common type of nonfamily households are 1-person households, comprising 495.
Household Size by Marriage Status in Wauchula
Household SizeFamily HouseholdsNonfamily Households
1-Person Households-495 (27.4%)
2-Person Households284 (15.7%)68 (3.8%)
3-Person Households550 (30.5%)0 (0.0%)
4-Person Households172 (9.5%)0 (0.0%)
5-Person Households227 (12.6%)0 (0.0%)
6-Person Households0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
7+ Person Households8 (0.4%)0 (0.0%)
Total1,241 (68.8%)563 (31.2%)

Female Fertility in Wauchula

Fertility by Age in Wauchula

Average fertility rate in Wauchula is 114.0 births per 1,000 women. Women in the age bracket of 20 to 34 years have the highest fertility rate with 391.0 births per 1,000 women. Women in the age bracket of 20 to 34 years acount for 83.6% of all women with births.
Female Fertility by Age in Wauchula
Age BracketWomen with BirthsBirths / 1,000 Women
15 to 19 years0 (0.0%)0.0
20 to 34 years107 (83.6%)391.0
35 to 50 years21 (16.4%)37.0
Total128 (100.0%)114.0

Fertility by Age by Marriage Status in Wauchula

31.2% of women with births (128) in Wauchula are married. The highest percentage of unmarried women with births falls into 20 to 34 years age bracket with 82.2% of them unmarried at the time of birth, while the lowest percentage of unmarried women with births belong to 35 to 50 years age bracket with 0.0% of them unmarried.
Female Fertility by Age by Marriage Status in Wauchula
Age BracketMarriedUnmarried
15 to 19 years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
20 to 34 years19 (17.8%)88 (82.2%)
35 to 50 years21 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total40 (31.2%)88 (68.8%)

Fertility by Education in Wauchula

Female Fertility by Education Attainment in Wauchula
Educational AttainmentWomen with BirthsBirths / 1,000 Women
Less than High School0 (0.0%)0.0
High School Diploma109 (85.2%)251.0
College or Associate's Degree0 (0.0%)0.0
Bachelor's Degree19 (14.8%)328.0
Graduate Degree0 (0.0%)0.0
Total128 (100.0%)114.0

Fertility by Education by Marriage Status in Wauchula

68.8% of women with births in Wauchula are unmarried. Women with the educational attainment of bachelor's degree are most likely to be married with 100.0% of them married at childbirth, while women with the educational attainment of high school diploma are least likely to be married with 80.7% of them unmarried at childbirth.
Female Fertility by Education by Marriage Status in Wauchula
Educational AttainmentMarriedUnmarried
Less than High School0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
High School Diploma21 (19.3%)88 (80.7%)
College or Associate's Degree0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Bachelor's Degree19 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Graduate Degree0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total40 (31.2%)88 (68.8%)

Income in Wauchula

Income Overview in Wauchula

Per Capita Income in Wauchula is $19,691, while median incomes of families and households are $49,253 and $32,854 respectively.
CharacteristicNumberMeasure
Per Capita Income4,898$19,691
Median Family Income1,241$49,253
Mean Family Income1,241$65,134
Median Household Income1,804$32,854
Mean Household Income1,804$52,832
Income Deficit1,241$0
Wage / Income Gap (%)4,89828.48%
Wage / Income Gap ($)4,89871.52¢ per $1
Gini / Inequality Index4,8980.49

Earnings by Sex in Wauchula

Average Earnings in Wauchula are $47,657, $57,770 for men and $41,319 for women, a difference of 28.5%.
Earnings by Sex in Wauchula
SexNumberAverage Earnings
Male994 (59.0%)$57,770
Female692 (41.0%)$41,319
Total1,686 (100.0%)$47,657

Earnings by Sex by Income Bracket in Wauchula

The most common earnings brackets in Wauchula are $75,000 to $99,999 for men (321 | 32.3%) and $45,000 to $49,999 for women (191 | 27.6%).
Earnings by Sex by Income Bracket in Wauchula
IncomeMaleFemale
$2,499 or less21 (2.1%)0 (0.0%)
$2,500 to $4,9990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$5,000 to $7,49957 (5.7%)0 (0.0%)
$7,500 to $9,9990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$10,000 to $12,4990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$12,500 to $14,99938 (3.8%)44 (6.4%)
$15,000 to $17,4990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$17,500 to $19,99978 (7.9%)15 (2.2%)
$20,000 to $22,4990 (0.0%)126 (18.2%)
$22,500 to $24,99982 (8.3%)93 (13.4%)
$25,000 to $29,99972 (7.2%)0 (0.0%)
$30,000 to $34,99935 (3.5%)49 (7.1%)
$35,000 to $39,99944 (4.4%)0 (0.0%)
$40,000 to $44,99941 (4.1%)36 (5.2%)
$45,000 to $49,9990 (0.0%)191 (27.6%)
$50,000 to $54,99921 (2.1%)96 (13.9%)
$55,000 to $64,999111 (11.2%)21 (3.0%)
$65,000 to $74,99953 (5.3%)0 (0.0%)
$75,000 to $99,999321 (32.3%)21 (3.0%)
$100,000+20 (2.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total994 (100.0%)692 (100.0%)

Earnings by Sex by Educational Attainment in Wauchula

Average earnings in Wauchula are $58,125 for men and $34,490 for women, a difference of 40.7%. Men with an educational attainment of college or associate's degree enjoy the highest average annual earnings of $78,155, while those with college or associate's degree education earn the least with $78,155. Women with an educational attainment of college or associate's degree earn the most with the average annual earnings of $48,599, while those with high school diploma education have the smallest earnings of $33,672.
Earnings by Sex by Educational Attainment in Wauchula
Educational AttainmentMale IncomeFemale Income
Less than High School--
High School Diploma--
College or Associate's Degree$78,155$48,599
Bachelor's Degree--
Graduate Degree--
Total$58,125$34,490

Family Income in Wauchula

Family Income Brackets in Wauchula

According to the Wauchula family income data, there are 297 families falling into the $100,000 to $149,999 income range, which is the most common income bracket and makes up 23.9% of all families.
Family Income Brackets in Wauchula
Income Bracket# Families% Families
Less than $10,0001239.9%
$10,000 to $14,9991239.9%
$15,000 to $24,999211.7%
$25,000 to $34,99928823.2%
$35,000 to $49,999917.3%
$50,000 to $74,99912910.4%
$75,000 to $99,99915112.2%
$100,000 to $149,99929723.9%
$150,000 to $199,99900.0%
$200,000+201.6%

Family Income by Famaliy Size in Wauchula

3-person families (516 | 41.6%) account for the highest median family income in Wauchula with $127,697 per family, while 3-person families (516 | 41.6%) have the highest median income of $42,566 per family member.
Family Income by Famaliy Size in Wauchula
Income Bracket# FamiliesMedian Income
2-Person Families385 (31.0%)$33,965
3-Person Families516 (41.6%)$127,697
4-Person Families134 (10.8%)$0
5-Person Families206 (16.6%)$0
6-Person Families0 (0.0%)$0
7+ Person Families0 (0.0%)$0
Total1,241 (100.0%)$49,253

Family Income by Number of Earners in Wauchula

Family Income by Number of Earners in Wauchula
Number of Earners# FamiliesMedian Income
No Earners195 (15.7%)$0
1 Earner561 (45.2%)$31,280
2 Earners485 (39.1%)$128,302
3+ Earners0 (0.0%)$0
Total1,241 (100.0%)$49,253

Household Income in Wauchula

Household Income Brackets in Wauchula

With 339 households falling in the category, the $10,000 to $14,999 income range is the most frequent in Wauchula, accounting for 18.8% of all households. In contrast, only 20 households (1.1%) fall into the $200,000+ income bracket, making it the least populous group.
Household Income Brackets in Wauchula
Income Bracket# Households% Households
Less than $10,0001649.1%
$10,000 to $14,99933918.8%
$15,000 to $24,9991508.3%
$25,000 to $34,99933418.5%
$35,000 to $49,99919811.0%
$50,000 to $74,9991528.4%
$75,000 to $99,9991307.2%
$100,000 to $149,99929616.4%
$150,000 to $199,999221.2%
$200,000+201.1%

Household Income by Householder Age in Wauchula

The median household income in Wauchula is $32,854, with the highest median household income of $62,381 found in the 45 to 64 years age bracket for the primary householder. A total of 658 households (36.5%) fall into this category. Meanwhile, the 15 to 24 years age bracket for the primary householder has the lowest median household income of $0, with 19 households (1.1%) in this group.
Household Income by Householder Age in Wauchula
Income Bracket# HouseholdsMedian Income
15 to 24 Years19 (1.1%)$0
25 to 44 Years857 (47.5%)$30,069
45 to 64 Years658 (36.5%)$62,381
65+ Years270 (15.0%)$32,308
Total1,804 (100.0%)$32,854

Poverty in Wauchula

Income Below Poverty by Sex and Age in Wauchula

With 31.6% poverty level for males and 58.1% for females among the residents of Wauchula, 65 to 74 year old males and 5 year old females are the most vulnerable to poverty, with 48 males (100.0%) and 86 females (100.0%) in their respective age groups living below the poverty level.
Income Below Poverty by Sex and Age in Wauchula
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years13 (15.1%)283 (82.8%)
5 Years30 (34.5%)86 (100.0%)
6 to 11 Years208 (67.7%)58 (84.1%)
12 to 14 Years0 (0.0%)153 (85.0%)
15 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
16 and 17 Years17 (27.9%)112 (67.9%)
18 to 24 Years37 (63.8%)119 (62.3%)
25 to 34 Years71 (21.0%)126 (63.0%)
35 to 44 Years188 (50.0%)163 (37.3%)
45 to 54 Years0 (0.0%)120 (50.4%)
55 to 64 Years106 (41.7%)61 (39.6%)
65 to 74 Years48 (100.0%)36 (27.1%)
75 Years and over17 (17.0%)51 (31.9%)
Total735 (31.6%)1,368 (58.1%)

Income Above Poverty by Sex and Age in Wauchula

According to the poverty statistics in Wauchula, males aged 12 to 14 years and females aged 65 to 74 years are the age groups that are most secure financially, with 100.0% of males and 72.9% of females in these age groups living above the poverty line.
Income Above Poverty by Sex and Age in Wauchula
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years73 (84.9%)59 (17.2%)
5 Years57 (65.5%)0 (0.0%)
6 to 11 Years99 (32.3%)11 (15.9%)
12 to 14 Years235 (100.0%)27 (15.0%)
15 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
16 and 17 Years44 (72.1%)53 (32.1%)
18 to 24 Years21 (36.2%)72 (37.7%)
25 to 34 Years267 (79.0%)74 (37.0%)
35 to 44 Years188 (50.0%)274 (62.7%)
45 to 54 Years376 (100.0%)118 (49.6%)
55 to 64 Years148 (58.3%)93 (60.4%)
65 to 74 Years0 (0.0%)97 (72.9%)
75 Years and over83 (83.0%)109 (68.1%)
Total1,591 (68.4%)987 (41.9%)

Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple Families in Wauchula

The poverty statistics for married-couple families in Wauchula show that 4.8% or 36 of the total 748 families live below the poverty line. Families with no children have the highest poverty rate of 12.9%, comprising of 36 families. On the other hand, families with 1 or 2 children have the lowest poverty rate of 0.0%, which includes 0 families.
Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple Families in Wauchula
ChildrenAbove PovertyBelow Poverty
No Children243 (87.1%)36 (12.9%)
1 or 2 Children412 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
3 or 4 Children57 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 or more Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total712 (95.2%)36 (4.8%)

Income Below Poverty Among Single-Parent Households in Wauchula

According to the poverty data in Wauchula, 43.6% or 95 single-father households and 87.6% or 241 single-mother households are living below the poverty line. Among single-father households, those with 3 or 4 children have the highest poverty rate, with 57 households (100.0%) experiencing poverty. Likewise, among single-mother households, those with 3 or 4 children have the highest poverty rate, with 149 households (100.0%) falling below the poverty line.
Income Below Poverty Among Single-Parent Households in Wauchula
ChildrenSingle FatherSingle Mother
No Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
1 or 2 Children38 (23.6%)92 (81.4%)
3 or 4 Children57 (100.0%)149 (100.0%)
5 or more Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total95 (43.6%)241 (87.6%)

Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple vs Single-Parent Households in Wauchula

The poverty data for Wauchula shows that 36 of the married-couple family households (4.8%) and 336 of the single-parent households (68.1%) are living below the poverty level. Within the married-couple family households, those with no children have the highest poverty rate, with 36 households (12.9%) falling below the poverty line. Among the single-parent households, those with 3 or 4 children have the highest poverty rate, with 206 household (100.0%) living below poverty.
Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple vs Single-Parent Households in Wauchula
ChildrenMarried-Couple FamiliesSingle-Parent Households
No Children36 (12.9%)0 (0.0%)
1 or 2 Children0 (0.0%)130 (47.4%)
3 or 4 Children0 (0.0%)206 (100.0%)
5 or more Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total36 (4.8%)336 (68.1%)

Employment Characteristics in Wauchula

Employment by Class of Employer in Wauchula

Among the 1,591 employed individuals in Wauchula, private company employees (1,165 | 73.2%), local government employees (352 | 22.1%), and unpaid family workers (35 | 2.2%) make up the most common classes of employment.
Employment by Class of Employer in Wauchula
Employer Class# Employees% Employees
Private Company Employees1,16573.2%
Self-Employed (Incorporated)00.0%
Self-Employed (Not Incorporated)171.1%
Not-for-profit Organizations221.4%
Local Government Employees35222.1%
State Government Employees00.0%
Federal Government Employees00.0%
Unpaid Family Workers352.2%
Total1,591100.0%

Employment Status by Age in Wauchula

According to the labor force statistics for Wauchula, out of the total population over 16 years of age (3,422), 47.7% or 1,632 individuals are in the labor force, with 2.5% or 41 of them unemployed. The age group with the highest labor force participation rate is 20 to 24 years, with 97.4% or 74 individuals in the labor force. Within the labor force, the 25 to 29 years age range has the highest percentage of unemployed individuals, with 8.4% or 23 of them being unemployed.
Employment Status by Age in Wauchula
Age BracketIn Labor ForceUnemployed
16 to 19 Years35 (8.6%)0 (0.0%)
20 to 24 Years74 (97.4%)2 (2.7%)
25 to 29 Years274 (72.3%)23 (8.4%)
30 to 34 Years109 (68.6%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 44 Years477 (58.7%)0 (0.0%)
45 to 54 Years479 (77.6%)15 (3.1%)
55 to 59 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
60 to 64 Years175 (56.8%)0 (0.0%)
65 to 74 Years8 (3.9%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and over0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total1,632 (47.7%)41 (2.5%)

Employment Status by Educational Attainment in Wauchula

According to labor force statistics for Wauchula, 63.6% of individuals (1,514) out of the total population between 25 and 64 years of age (2,380) are in the labor force, with 2.5% or 38 of them being unemployed. The group with the highest labor force participation rate are those with the educational attainment of college / associate degree, with 74.1% or 560 individuals in the labor force. Within the labor force, individuals with high school diploma education have the highest percentage of unemployment, with 9.9% or 38 of them being unemployed.
Employment Status by Educational Attainment in Wauchula
Educational AttainmentIn Labor ForceUnemployed
Less than High School480 (72.5%)0 (0.0%)
High School Diploma384 (45.8%)83 (9.9%)
College / Associate Degree560 (74.1%)0 (0.0%)
Bachelor's Degree or higher90 (72.6%)0 (0.0%)
Total1,514 (63.6%)60 (2.5%)

Employment Occupations by Sex in Wauchula

Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations

The most common Management, Business, Science and Arts occupations in Wauchula are Management (440 | 27.7%), Health Diagnosing & Treating (86 | 5.4%), Community & Social Service (66 | 4.2%), Education Instruction & Library (49 | 3.1%), and Arts, Media & Entertainment (17 | 1.1%).
Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations in Wauchula

Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations by Sex

Within the Management, Business, Science and Arts occupations in Wauchula, the most male-oriented occupations are Management (56.6%), Education Instruction & Library (24.5%), and Community & Social Service (18.2%), while the most female-oriented occupations are Arts, Media & Entertainment (100.0%), Health Diagnosing & Treating (100.0%), and Health Technologists (100.0%).
Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations by Sex in Wauchula
OccupationMaleFemale
Management249 (56.6%)191 (43.4%)
Business & Financial0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Computers, Engineering & Science0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Computers & Mathematics0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Architecture & Engineering0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Life, Physical & Social Science0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Community & Social Service 12 (18.2%)54 (81.8%)
Education, Arts & Media0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Legal Services & Support0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Education Instruction & Library12 (24.5%)37 (75.5%)
Arts, Media & Entertainment0 (0.0%)17 (100.0%)
Health Diagnosing & Treating0 (0.0%)86 (100.0%)
Health Technologists0 (0.0%)14 (100.0%)
Total (Category)261 (44.1%)331 (55.9%)
Total (Overall)937 (58.9%)654 (41.1%)

Services Occupations

The most common Services occupations in Wauchula are Cleaning & Maintenance (135 | 8.5%), Personal Care & Service (133 | 8.4%), Food Preparation & Serving (35 | 2.2%), and Healthcare Support (32 | 2.0%).
Services Occupations in Wauchula

Services Occupations by Sex

Within the Services occupations in Wauchula, the most male-oriented occupations are Cleaning & Maintenance (100.0%), and Food Preparation & Serving (60.0%), while the most female-oriented occupations are Healthcare Support (100.0%), Personal Care & Service (100.0%), and Food Preparation & Serving (40.0%).
Services Occupations by Sex in Wauchula
OccupationMaleFemale
Healthcare Support0 (0.0%)32 (100.0%)
Security & Protection0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Firefighting & Prevention0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Law Enforcement0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Food Preparation & Serving21 (60.0%)14 (40.0%)
Cleaning & Maintenance135 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Personal Care & Service0 (0.0%)133 (100.0%)
Total (Category)156 (46.6%)179 (53.4%)
Total (Overall)937 (58.9%)654 (41.1%)

Sales and Office Occupations

The most common Sales and Office occupations in Wauchula are , and Office & Administration (29 | 1.8%).
Sales and Office Occupations in Wauchula

Sales and Office Occupations by Sex

Sales and Office Occupations by Sex in Wauchula
OccupationMaleFemale
Sales & Related0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Office & Administration0 (0.0%)29 (100.0%)
Total (Category)0 (0.0%)29 (100.0%)
Total (Overall)937 (58.9%)654 (41.1%)

Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations

The most common Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance occupations in Wauchula are Construction & Extraction (114 | 7.2%), Farming, Fishing & Forestry (113 | 7.1%), and Installation, Maintenance & Repair (75 | 4.7%).
Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations in Wauchula

Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations by Sex

Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations by Sex in Wauchula
OccupationMaleFemale
Farming, Fishing & Forestry113 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Construction & Extraction92 (80.7%)22 (19.3%)
Installation, Maintenance & Repair75 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total (Category)280 (92.7%)22 (7.3%)
Total (Overall)937 (58.9%)654 (41.1%)

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations

The most common Production, Transportation and Moving occupations in Wauchula are Material Moving (175 | 11.0%), and Production (158 | 9.9%).
Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations in Wauchula

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations by Sex

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations by Sex in Wauchula
OccupationMaleFemale
Production158 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Transportation0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Material Moving82 (46.9%)93 (53.1%)
Total (Category)240 (72.1%)93 (27.9%)
Total (Overall)937 (58.9%)654 (41.1%)

Employment Industries by Sex in Wauchula

Employment Industries in Wauchula

The major employment industries in Wauchula include Public Administration (250 | 15.7%), Retail Trade (247 | 15.5%), Health Care & Social Assistance (201 | 12.6%), Finance & Insurance (191 | 12.0%), and Agriculture, Fishing & Hunting (143 | 9.0%).
Employment Industries in Wauchula

Employment Industries by Sex in Wauchula

The Wauchula industries that see more men than women are Agriculture, Fishing & Hunting (100.0%), Mining, Quarrying, & Extraction (100.0%), and Manufacturing (100.0%), whereas the industries that tend to have a higher number of women are Finance & Insurance (100.0%), Health Care & Social Assistance (100.0%), and Educational Services (75.5%).
Employment Industries by Sex in Wauchula
IndustryMaleFemale
Agriculture, Fishing & Hunting143 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Mining, Quarrying, & Extraction139 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Construction23 (51.1%)22 (48.9%)
Manufacturing57 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Wholesale Trade23 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Retail Trade82 (33.2%)165 (66.8%)
Transportation & Warehousing0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Utilities53 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Information0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Finance & Insurance0 (0.0%)191 (100.0%)
Real Estate, Rental & Leasing0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Professional & Scientific20 (54.0%)17 (46.0%)
Enterprise Management0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Administrative & Support114 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Educational Services12 (24.5%)37 (75.5%)
Health Care & Social Assistance0 (0.0%)201 (100.0%)
Arts, Entertainment & Recreation0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Accommodation & Food Services21 (60.0%)14 (40.0%)
Public Administration250 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total937 (58.9%)654 (41.1%)

Education in Wauchula

School Enrollment in Wauchula

The most common levels of schooling among the 1,408 students in Wauchula are high school (455 | 32.3%), middle school (291 | 20.7%), and elementary school (288 | 20.4%).
School Enrollment in Wauchula
School Level# Students% Students
Nursery / Preschool846.0%
Kindergarten1168.2%
Elementary School28820.4%
Middle School29120.7%
High School45532.3%
College / Undergraduate17412.4%
Graduate / Professional00.0%
Total1,408100.0%

School Enrollment by Age by Funding Source in Wauchula

Out of a total of 1,408 students who are enrolled in schools in Wauchula, 1 (0.1%) attend a private institution, while the remaining 1,407 (99.9%) are enrolled in public schools. The age group of 10 to 14 year olds has the highest likelihood of being enrolled in private schools, with 1 (0.2% in the age bracket) enrolled. Conversely, the age group of 3 to 4 year olds has the lowest likelihood of being enrolled in a private school, with 14 (100.0% in the age bracket) attending a public institution.
School Enrollment by Age by Funding Source in Wauchula
Age BracketPublic SchoolPrivate School
3 to 4 Year Olds14 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 to 9 Year Old321 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
10 to 14 Year Olds657 (99.9%)1 (0.2%)
15 to 17 Year Olds227 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 19 Year Olds138 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
20 to 24 Year Olds0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
25 to 34 Year Olds50 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 Years and over0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total1,407 (99.9%)1 (0.1%)

Educational Attainment by Field of Study in Wauchula

Education (48 | 38.7%), psychology (24 | 19.4%), bio, nature & agricultural (21 | 16.9%), business (19 | 15.3%), and visual & performing arts (12 | 9.7%) are the most common fields of study among 124 individuals in Wauchula who have obtained a bachelor's degree or higher.
Educational Attainment by Field of Study in Wauchula
Field of Study# Graduates% Graduates
Computers & Mathematics00.0%
Bio, Nature & Agricultural2116.9%
Physical & Health Sciences00.0%
Psychology2419.4%
Social Sciences00.0%
Engineering00.0%
Multidisciplinary Studies00.0%
Science & Technology00.0%
Business1915.3%
Education4838.7%
Literature & Languages00.0%
Liberal Arts & History00.0%
Visual & Performing Arts129.7%
Communications00.0%
Arts & Humanities00.0%
Total124100.0%

Transportation & Commute in Wauchula

Vehicle Availability by Sex in Wauchula

The most prevalent vehicle ownership categories in Wauchula are males with 1 vehicle (290, accounting for 30.9%) and females with 1 vehicle (240, making up 44.3%).
Vehicle Availability by Sex in Wauchula
Vehicles AvailableMaleFemale
No Vehicle21 (2.2%)8 (1.2%)
1 Vehicle290 (30.9%)240 (36.7%)
2 Vehicles288 (30.7%)191 (29.2%)
3 Vehicles94 (10.0%)24 (3.7%)
4 Vehicles229 (24.4%)191 (29.2%)
5 or more Vehicles15 (1.6%)0 (0.0%)
Total937 (100.0%)654 (100.0%)

Commute Time in Wauchula

The most frequently occuring commute durations in Wauchula are 15 to 19 minutes (301 commuters, 19.1%), 20 to 24 minutes (287 commuters, 18.2%), and 45 to 59 minutes (250 commuters, 15.9%).
Commute Time in Wauchula
Commute Time# Commuters% Commuters
Less than 5 Minutes211.3%
5 to 9 Minutes1016.4%
10 to 14 Minutes23414.9%
15 to 19 Minutes30119.1%
20 to 24 Minutes28718.2%
25 to 29 Minutes563.6%
30 to 34 Minutes996.3%
35 to 39 Minutes895.7%
40 to 44 Minutes271.7%
45 to 59 Minutes25015.9%
60 to 89 Minutes1096.9%
90 or more Minutes00.0%

Commute Time by Sex in Wauchula

The most common commute times in Wauchula are 45 to 59 minutes (250 commuters, 26.7%) for males and 15 to 19 minutes (219 commuters, 34.4%) for females.
Commute Time by Sex in Wauchula
Commute TimeMaleFemale
Less than 5 Minutes0 (0.0%)21 (3.3%)
5 to 9 Minutes56 (6.0%)45 (7.1%)
10 to 14 Minutes29 (3.1%)205 (32.2%)
15 to 19 Minutes82 (8.7%)219 (34.4%)
20 to 24 Minutes193 (20.6%)94 (14.8%)
25 to 29 Minutes56 (6.0%)0 (0.0%)
30 to 34 Minutes59 (6.3%)40 (6.3%)
35 to 39 Minutes89 (9.5%)0 (0.0%)
40 to 44 Minutes27 (2.9%)0 (0.0%)
45 to 59 Minutes250 (26.7%)0 (0.0%)
60 to 89 Minutes96 (10.2%)13 (2.0%)
90 or more Minutes0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)

Time of Departure to Work by Sex in Wauchula

The most frequent times of departure to work in Wauchula are 5:00 AM to 5:29 AM (256, 27.3%) for males and 12:00 PM to 3:59 PM (213, 33.4%) for females.
Time of Departure to Work by Sex in Wauchula
Time of DepartureMaleFemale
12:00 AM to 4:59 AM112 (11.9%)0 (0.0%)
5:00 AM to 5:29 AM256 (27.3%)0 (0.0%)
5:30 AM to 5:59 AM52 (5.6%)8 (1.3%)
6:00 AM to 6:29 AM77 (8.2%)0 (0.0%)
6:30 AM to 6:59 AM180 (19.2%)126 (19.8%)
7:00 AM to 7:29 AM105 (11.2%)38 (6.0%)
7:30 AM to 7:59 AM32 (3.4%)34 (5.3%)
8:00 AM to 8:29 AM0 (0.0%)72 (11.3%)
8:30 AM to 8:59 AM20 (2.1%)0 (0.0%)
9:00 AM to 9:59 AM0 (0.0%)21 (3.3%)
10:00 AM to 10:59 AM0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
11:00 AM to 11:59 AM0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
12:00 PM to 3:59 PM21 (2.2%)213 (33.4%)
4:00 PM to 11:59 PM82 (8.7%)125 (19.6%)
Total937 (100.0%)637 (100.0%)

Housing Occupancy in Wauchula

Occupancy by Ownership in Wauchula

Of the total 1,804 dwellings in Wauchula, owner-occupied units account for 778 (43.1%), while renter-occupied units make up 1,026 (56.9%).
Occupancy by Ownership in Wauchula
Occupancy# Housing Units% Housing Units
Owner Occupied Housing Units77843.1%
Renter-Occupied Housing Units1,02656.9%
Total Occupied Housing Units1,804100.0%

Occupancy by Household Size in Wauchula

Occupancy by Household Size in Wauchula
Household Size# Housing Units% Housing Units
1-Person Household49527.4%
2-Person Household35219.5%
3-Person Household55030.5%
4+ Person Household40722.6%
Total Housing Units1,804100.0%

Occupancy by Ownership by Household Size in Wauchula

Occupancy by Ownership by Household Size in Wauchula
Household SizeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
1-Person Household193 (39.0%)302 (61.0%)
2-Person Household223 (63.3%)129 (36.6%)
3-Person Household310 (56.4%)240 (43.6%)
4+ Person Household52 (12.8%)355 (87.2%)
Total Housing Units778 (43.1%)1,026 (56.9%)

Occupancy by Educational Attainment in Wauchula

Occupancy by Educational Attainment in Wauchula
Household SizeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than High School198 (38.9%)311 (61.1%)
High School Diploma198 (28.8%)490 (71.2%)
College/Associate Degree334 (64.3%)185 (35.6%)
Bachelor's Degree or higher48 (54.5%)40 (45.5%)

Occupancy by Age of Householder in Wauchula

Occupancy by Age of Householder in Wauchula
Age Bracket# Households% Households
Under 35 Years35919.9%
35 to 44 Years51728.7%
45 to 54 Years46926.0%
55 to 64 Years18910.5%
65 to 74 Years1166.4%
75 to 84 Years905.0%
85 Years and Over643.5%
Total1,804100.0%

Housing Finances in Wauchula

Median Income by Occupancy in Wauchula

Median Income by Occupancy in Wauchula
Occupancy Type# HouseholdsMedian Income
Owner-Occupied778 (43.1%)$50,333
Renter-Occupied1,026 (56.9%)$25,854
Average1,804 (100.0%)$32,854

Occupancy by Householder Income Bracket in Wauchula

Occupancy by Householder Income Bracket in Wauchula
Income BracketOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than $5,0000 (0.0%)85 (8.3%)
$5,000 to $9,9990 (0.0%)80 (7.8%)
$10,000 to $14,999153 (19.7%)186 (18.1%)
$15,000 to $19,99916 (2.1%)113 (11.0%)
$20,000 to $24,9990 (0.0%)21 (2.1%)
$25,000 to $34,999107 (13.8%)226 (22.0%)
$35,000 to $49,999111 (14.3%)87 (8.5%)
$50,000 to $74,99938 (4.9%)114 (11.1%)
$75,000 to $99,99956 (7.2%)74 (7.2%)
$100,000 to $149,999256 (32.9%)40 (3.9%)
$150,000 or more41 (5.3%)0 (0.0%)
Total778 (100.0%)1,026 (100.0%)

Monthly Housing Cost Tiers in Wauchula

Monthly Housing Cost Tiers in Wauchula
Monthly CostOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than $300237 (30.5%)19 (1.8%)
$300 to $49985 (10.9%)23 (2.2%)
$500 to $799151 (19.4%)260 (25.3%)
$800 to $99916 (2.1%)254 (24.8%)
$1,000 to $1,49920 (2.6%)428 (41.7%)
$1,500 to $1,99940 (5.1%)0 (0.0%)
$2,000 to $2,499229 (29.4%)0 (0.0%)
$2,500 to $2,9990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$3,000 or more0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total778 (100.0%)1,026 (100.0%)

Physical Housing Characteristics in Wauchula

Housing Structures in Wauchula

Housing Structures in Wauchula
Structure Type# Housing Units% Housing Units
Single Unit, Detached1,03257.2%
Single Unit, Attached191.1%
2 Unit Apartments1055.8%
3 or 4 Unit Apartments693.8%
5 to 9 Unit Apartments35519.7%
10 or more Apartments1689.3%
Mobile Home / Other563.1%
Total1,804100.0%

Housing Structures by Occupancy in Wauchula

Housing Structures by Occupancy in Wauchula
Structure TypeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Single Unit, Detached695 (67.3%)337 (32.7%)
Single Unit, Attached0 (0.0%)19 (100.0%)
2 Unit Apartments83 (79.0%)22 (20.9%)
3 or 4 Unit Apartments0 (0.0%)69 (100.0%)
5 to 9 Unit Apartments0 (0.0%)355 (100.0%)
10 or more Apartments0 (0.0%)168 (100.0%)
Mobile Home / Other0 (0.0%)56 (100.0%)
Total778 (43.1%)1,026 (56.9%)

Housing Structures by Number of Rooms in Wauchula

Housing Structures by Number of Rooms in Wauchula
Number of RoomsOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
1 Room23 (3.0%)0 (0.0%)
2 or 3 Rooms0 (0.0%)262 (25.5%)
4 or 5 Rooms254 (32.7%)659 (64.2%)
6 or 7 Rooms198 (25.5%)105 (10.2%)
8 or more Rooms303 (39.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total778 (100.0%)1,026 (100.0%)

Housing Structure by Heating Type in Wauchula

Housing Structure by Heating Type in Wauchula
Heating TypeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Utility Gas0 (0.0%)19 (1.8%)
Bottled, Tank, or LP Gas0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Electricity759 (97.6%)1,007 (98.2%)
Fuel Oil or Kerosene0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Coal or Coke0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
All other Fuels0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
No Fuel Used19 (2.4%)0 (0.0%)
Total778 (100.0%)1,026 (100.0%)

Household Vehicle Usage in Wauchula

Household Vehicle Usage in Wauchula
Vehicles per HouseholdOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
No Vehicle8 (1.0%)130 (12.7%)
1 Vehicle332 (42.7%)589 (57.4%)
2 Vehicles144 (18.5%)263 (25.6%)
3 or more Vehicles294 (37.8%)44 (4.3%)
Total778 (100.0%)1,026 (100.0%)

Real Estate & Mortgages in Wauchula

Real Estate and Mortgage Overview in Wauchula

CharacteristicWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Housing Units371407
Median Property Value$75,300$255,600
Median Household Income--
Monthly Housing Costs$287$0
Real Estate Taxes$816$0

Property Value by Mortgage Status in Wauchula

Property Value by Mortgage Status in Wauchula
Property ValueWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than $50,0008 (2.2%)21 (5.2%)
$50,000 to $99,999232 (62.5%)46 (11.3%)
$100,000 to $299,999131 (35.3%)340 (83.5%)
$300,000 to $499,9990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$500,000 to $749,9990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$750,000 to $999,9990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$1,000,000 or more0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total371 (100.0%)407 (100.0%)

Household Income by Mortgage Status in Wauchula

Household Income by Mortgage Status in Wauchula
Household IncomeWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than $10,0000 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$10,000 to $24,999169 (45.6%)0 (0.0%)
$25,000 to $34,99926 (7.0%)0 (0.0%)
$35,000 to $49,999103 (27.8%)81 (19.9%)
$50,000 to $74,99930 (8.1%)8 (2.0%)
$75,000 to $99,99943 (11.6%)8 (2.0%)
$100,000 to $149,9990 (0.0%)13 (3.2%)
$150,000 or more0 (0.0%)256 (62.9%)
Total371 (100.0%)407 (100.0%)

Property Value to Household Income Ratio in Wauchula

Property Value to Household Income Ratio in Wauchula
Value-to-Income RatioWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than 2.0x125 (33.7%)128,521 (31,577.6%)
2.0x to 2.9x23 (6.2%)114 (28.0%)
3.0x to 3.9x38 (10.2%)242 (59.5%)
4.0x or more185 (49.9%)43 (10.6%)
Total371 (100.0%)407 (100.0%)

Real Estate Taxes by Mortgage Status in Wauchula

Real Estate Taxes by Mortgage Status in Wauchula
Property TaxesWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than $800141 (38.0%)0 (0.0%)
$800 to $1,499122 (32.9%)110 (27.0%)
$800 to $1,49928 (7.5%)8 (2.0%)
Total371 (100.0%)407 (100.0%)

Health & Disability in Wauchula

Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Wauchula

Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Wauchula
Age BracketWith CoverageWithout Coverage
Under 6 Years624 (93.1%)46 (6.9%)
6 to 18 Years965 (92.7%)76 (7.3%)
19 to 25 Years290 (94.5%)17 (5.5%)
26 to 34 Years421 (90.3%)45 (9.7%)
35 to 44 Years741 (91.1%)72 (8.9%)
45 to 54 Years553 (90.1%)61 (9.9%)
55 to 64 Years261 (64.0%)147 (36.0%)
65 to 74 Years181 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and older260 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total4,296 (90.2%)464 (9.8%)

Health Insurance Coverage by Citizenship Status in Wauchula

Health Insurance Coverage by Citizenship Status in Wauchula
Citizenship StatusWith CoverageWithout Coverage
Native Born624 (93.1%)46 (6.9%)
Foreign Born, Citizen965 (92.7%)76 (7.3%)
Foreign Born, not a Citizen290 (94.5%)17 (5.5%)

Health Insurance Coverage by Household Income in Wauchula

Health Insurance Coverage by Household Income in Wauchula
Household IncomeWith CoverageWithout Coverage
Under $25,0001,114 (81.6%)252 (18.4%)
$25,000 to $49,9991,360 (96.7%)46 (3.3%)
$50,000 to $74,999393 (97.0%)12 (3.0%)
$75,000 to $99,999325 (97.9%)7 (2.1%)
$100,000 and over957 (90.6%)99 (9.4%)

Public vs Private Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Wauchula

Public vs Private Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Wauchula
Age BracketPublic InsurancePrivate Insurance
Under 6524 (78.2%)100 (14.9%)
6 to 18 Years596 (57.3%)369 (35.4%)
19 to 25 Years160 (52.1%)130 (42.3%)
25 to 34 Years168 (36.0%)253 (54.3%)
35 to 44 Years453 (55.7%)288 (35.4%)
45 to 54 Years101 (16.5%)452 (73.6%)
55 to 64 Years86 (21.1%)175 (42.9%)
65 to 74 Years181 (100.0%)59 (32.6%)
75 Years and over260 (100.0%)125 (48.1%)
Total2,529 (53.1%)1,951 (41.0%)

Disability Status by Sex by Age in Wauchula

Disability Status by Sex by Age in Wauchula
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 to 17 Years13 (1.9%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 34 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 64 Years122 (12.1%)87 (10.5%)
65 to 74 Years0 (0.0%)44 (33.1%)
75 Years and over100 (100.0%)43 (26.9%)

Disability Class by Sex by Age in Wauchula

Disability Class: Hearing Difficulty

Disability in Wauchula: <span>Hearing Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 to 17 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 34 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 64 Years0 (0.0%)23 (2.8%)
65 to 74 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and over63 (63.0%)0 (0.0%)

Disability Class: Vision Difficulty

Disability in Wauchula: <span>Vision Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 to 17 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 34 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 64 Years0 (0.0%)44 (5.3%)
65 to 74 Years0 (0.0%)8 (6.0%)
75 Years and over28 (28.0%)16 (10.0%)

Disability Class: Cognitive Difficulty

Disability in Wauchula: <span>Cognitive Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
5 to 17 Years13 (1.9%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 34 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 64 Years102 (10.1%)43 (5.2%)
65 to 74 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and over45 (45.0%)0 (0.0%)

Disability Class: Ambulatory Difficulty

Disability in Wauchula: <span>Ambulatory Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
5 to 17 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 34 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 64 Years122 (12.1%)43 (5.2%)
65 to 74 Years0 (0.0%)36 (27.1%)
75 Years and over90 (90.0%)27 (16.9%)

Disability Class: Self-Care Difficulty

Disability in Wauchula: <span>Self-Care Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
5 to 17 Years13 (1.9%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 34 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 64 Years25 (2.5%)5 (0.6%)
65 to 74 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and over48 (48.0%)27 (16.9%)

Technology Access in Wauchula

Computing Device Access in Wauchula

Computing Device Access in Wauchula
Device Type# Households% Households
Desktop or Laptop88649.1%
Smartphone1,30972.6%
Tablet76142.2%
No Computing Device36820.4%
Total1,804100.0%

Internet Access in Wauchula

Internet Access in Wauchula
Internet Type# Households% Households
Dial-Up Internet00.0%
Broadband Home76542.4%
Cellular Data Only27315.1%
Satellite Internet1055.8%
No Internet66136.6%
Total1,804100.0%

Wauchula Summary

Wauchula is a small city located in Hardee County, Florida. It is situated in the center of the state, approximately 50 miles east of Tampa and 50 miles south of Orlando. The city is known for its rural charm and its close proximity to the Peace River, which is a popular destination for fishing, canoeing, and kayaking. The population of Wauchula was 4,368 in the year 2000, according to the U.S. Census Bureau.

History

The area that is now Wauchula was originally inhabited by the Seminole Indians. The first European settlers arrived in the area in the late 1800s, and the town was officially founded in 1876. The town was named after Chief Wauchula, a Seminole leader who was known for his peaceful nature.
The town grew slowly over the years, and by the early 1900s, it had become a center for citrus production. The town was also home to several sawmills and turpentine stills. In the 1920s, the town was connected to the rest of the state by the Seaboard Air Line Railroad.

Geography

Wauchula is located in the center of Hardee County, approximately 50 miles east of Tampa and 50 miles south of Orlando. The city is situated on the Peace River, which is a popular destination for fishing, canoeing, and kayaking. The city is surrounded by citrus groves and rolling hills.
The climate in Wauchula is subtropical, with hot, humid summers and mild winters. The average temperature in the summer is around 90 degrees Fahrenheit, and the average temperature in the winter is around 60 degrees Fahrenheit.

Economy

The economy of Wauchula is largely based on agriculture. The city is home to several citrus groves, and the surrounding area is known for its production of oranges, grapefruit, and tangerines. The city is also home to several sawmills and turpentine stills.
In addition to agriculture, Wauchula is home to several small businesses, including restaurants, retail stores, and service providers. The city is also home to several manufacturing companies, including a furniture manufacturer and a plastics manufacturer.

Demographics

As of the year 2000, the population of Wauchula was 4,368, according to the U.S. Census Bureau. The population is predominantly white (83.3%), with a small Hispanic population (14.2%). The median household income in Wauchula is $30,945, and the median age is 37.7 years.

Conclusion

Wauchula is a small city located in Hardee County, Florida. It is situated in the center of the state, approximately 50 miles east of Tampa and 50 miles south of Orlando. The city is known for its rural charm and its close proximity to the Peace River, which is a popular destination for fishing, canoeing, and kayaking. The economy of Wauchula is largely based on agriculture, and the city is home to several small businesses. The population of Wauchula was 4,368 in the year 2000, according to the U.S. Census Bureau.

Common Questions

What is the Total Population of Wauchula?
Total Population of Wauchula is 4,898.
What is the Total Male Population of Wauchula?
Total Male Population of Wauchula is 2,416.
What is the Total Female Population of Wauchula?
Total Female Population of Wauchula is 2,482.
What is the Ratio of Males per 100 Females in Wauchula?
There are 97.34 Males per 100 Females in Wauchula.
What is the Ratio of Females per 100 Males in Wauchula?
There are 102.73 Females per 100 Males in Wauchula.
What is the Median Population Age in Wauchula?
Median Population Age in Wauchula is 33.5 Years.
What is the Average Family Size in Wauchula
Average Family Size in Wauchula is 3.0 People.
What is the Average Household Size in Wauchula
Average Household Size in Wauchula is 2.5 People.
What is Per Capita Income in Wauchula?
Per Capita income in Wauchula is $19,691.
What is the Median Family Income in Wauchula?
Median Family Income in Wauchula is $49,253.
What is the Median Household income in Wauchula?
Median Household Income in Wauchula is $32,854.
What is Income or Wage Gap in Wauchula?
Income or Wage Gap in Wauchula is 28.5%.
Women in Wauchula earn 71.5 cents for every dollar earned by a man.
What is Inequality or Gini Index in Wauchula?
Inequality or Gini Index in Wauchula is 0.49.
How Large is the Labor Force in Wauchula?
There are 1,632 People in the Labor Forcein in Wauchula.
What is the Percentage of People in the Labor Force in Wauchula?
47.7% of People are in the Labor Force in Wauchula.
What is the Unemployment Rate in Wauchula?
Unemployment Rate in Wauchula is 2.5%.