Belle Glade 59 Below average
Belle Glade Livability #820 ranked city in Florida#19,346 ranked city in the USARanks better than 33% of areas

Pros and Cons of Living in Belle Glade

PROS
  • Cost Of Living

    The overall cost of living in this area is much lower than average. This includes everyday goods and services, as well as housing, utilities and health care.

  • Housing

    This area has received high scores in the housing category. This could be due to a positive home affordability ratio, high appreciation rates or elevated home values.

  • Health & Safety

    A high score in the health and safety category is a result of good air quality and the accessibility to health facilities such as hospitals, clinics, doctors, pharmacies and fire stations.

CONS
  • Amenities

    A majority of amenities are not ideally situated within a reasonable walking distance, which may lead residents to rely on a vehicle or public transportation.

  • Commute

    Public transportation is not readily available in this area and the average commute time to work could also be longer than the national average.

  • Crime

    This area is reporting high crime rates per 100,000 people and could signify that it is a dangerous place to live. Crime rates include both violent and property crimes.

  • Employment

    A low score in the employment category could indicate that this area struggles with high unemployment rates and low household income and income per capita levels.

  • Schools

    Lower than average education levels, poor reading and math scores, as well as the inaccessibility of local elementary and high schools could all be factors in the low schools score.

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What's it like Living in Belle Glade?

Belle Glade is a medium-sized city located in the state of Florida. The city has a population of 19,829 residents. More than a quarter of the residents of Belle Glade identify themselves as Hispanic or Latino, and 25% of the population speak Spanish as their primary or secondary language. Single men and women might be happy to hear that in Belle Glade, only 42% of the population is married. The average American spends about 26 minutes on their one way commute to work each day. Lower travel times can increase overall happiness and allow for more time to be spent with family and friends. While living in Belle Glade, your commute times will be about average, with a one way commute time of 28 minutes.

Without the right tools, relocating to any new city can be very stressful and challenging. Living in Belle Glade, Florida could be a good experience for anyone who puts in the effort to do the research required. When searching for a new neighborhood, several key items should be considered. Safety is paramount, ensuring a secure environment for you and your family. Proximity to workplaces or schools reduces commuting time and enhances convenience. Access to amenities like parks, grocery stores and healthcare facilities contributes to a comfortable lifestyle. Reliable public transportation options promote easy mobility. A strong sense of community fosters social connections and a welcoming atmosphere. To help you find the best places to live in and around Belle Glade, AreaVibes has created a livability score using key metrics like amenities, cost of living, employment and more.

With a livability score of 60 out of 100, Belle Glade is ranked #17,460 in the United States and #774 in Florida. This is not a favorable rating; as this score ranks among some of the lowest in America. Living in Belle Glade may not be a pleasant experience. If we examine each of the categories individually, we see that Belle Glade ranks well for cost of living (A+) and housing (B-). Unfortunately for Belle Glade, there are some categories for which it does not rank well, this includes: amenities (F), crime (F), education (F) and employment (F).

A healthy real estate market serves as a key economic indicator. It could signify overall local economic strength, stability and reflects consumer confidence in the area. Based on multiple factors including: median home and rental prices, appreciation rates and home affordability, Belle Glade has received high marks in the housing category. Based on these calculations, the apartment rental and real estate market appears to be very healthy.

Belle Glade real estate prices and overall affordability will play a huge role in determining if the area is the right fit for you. Of course there are probably some other items on your “wish list”, but even before they are considered, let’s take a look at the home prices and affordability in Belle Glade. The median home price for Belle Glade homes is $115,400, which is 30.8% lower than the Florida average. If we take a closer look at the affordability of homes in Belle Glade, we’ll see that the home price to income ratio is 4.1, which is 20.6% higher than the Florida average.

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      Belle Glade transportation information

      Statistic Belle Glade Florida National
      Average one way commute28min27min26min
      Workers who drive to work61.2%79.5%76.4%
      Workers who carpool16.5%9.3%9.3%
      Workers who take public transit12.1%2.1%5.1%
      Workers who bicycle0.4%0.7%0.6%
      Workers who walk4.1%1.5%2.8%
      Working from home1.3%5.4%4.6%
      Source: The Belle Glade, FL data and statistics displayed above are derived from the United States Census Bureau American Community Survey (ACS).