Zolfo Springs CCD, Florida
Zolfo Springs CCD profile, demographic data, and geographic information.
Zolfo Springs CCD is a geographic entity located in Hardee County, Florida. As of official census estimates, it has a reported population of 7,287. The land area covers 317.04 sq mi. [1]
Demographics & Population
| Demographic Metric | Estimate / Count | Margin of Error | Survey Period / Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 7,287 | ±638 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Median Age | 41.3 yrs | ±4 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Total Households | 2,418 | ±196 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau (PEP, ACS 5-Year).
Housing & Real Estate Profile
| Housing Metric | Estimate / Value | Margin of Error |
|---|---|---|
| Total Housing Units | 3,056 | ±200 |
| Occupied Housing Units | 2,418 | ±196 |
| Vacant Housing Units | 638 | ±159 |
| Median Home Value | $139,600 | ±$19,427 |
| Median Gross Rent | $959 | ±$173 |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year (2020-2024).
Economy & Workforce
| Economic Metric | Estimate / Value | Margin of Error |
|---|---|---|
| Median Household Income | $79,333 | ±$22,904 |
| Per Capita Income | $39,604 | ±$10,769 |
| Poverty Rate | 22.3% | ±7.1% |
| Population Below Poverty Level | 1,610 | ±532 |
| Unemployment Rate | 4.9% | ±3% |
| Civilian Labor Force, Employed | 3,353 | ±444 |
| Broadband Internet Rate | 86.7% | ±6.5% |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year (2020-2024).
Local Government & Public Administration
Authoritative general-purpose local government units serving this area
U.S. Census Bureau GUS (2026) / GMAF
| Government Unit | Unit Type | Jurisdiction Role | Contact / Address |
|---|---|---|---|
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GUS Population: 26,068 (2024)
ID: 161554
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County | Official County Government |
Contact: DIRECTOR OF BUDGET & FINANCE
412 WEST ORANGE STREET, ROOM 204, WAUCHULA FL 33873
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Education
Listing 10 local institutions (NCES 2024-2025)
External reference via K12Guides
| Institution | Type | Grades | Location |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | AVON PARK, FL | |
| Regular School Nearby | 09-12 | AVON PARK, FL | |
| Regular School Nearby | 06-08 | AVON PARK, FL | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | BOWLING GREEN, FL | |
| Regular School Nearby | KG-05 | SEBRING, FL | |
| Regular School Nearby | 06-12 | WAUCHULA, FL | |
| Regular School Nearby | 09-12 | WAUCHULA, FL | |
| Regular School Nearby | KG-12 | WAUCHULA, FL | |
| Regular School Nearby | KG-12 | WAUCHULA, FL | |
| Regular School Nearby | KG-05 | WAUCHULA, FL |
Source: k12guides.com.
Community Facilities & Infrastructure
Displaying 10 civic institutions across 2 datasets queried
CMS • IPEDS • IMLS
| Facility Name | Category | Relationship | Address / Location | Contact |
|---|---|---|---|---|
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South Florida State College
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College | 12.4 mi away | 600 W College Dr, Avon Park, FL, 33825-9356 |
8634536661
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HARDEE COUNTY PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 9.1 mi away | 315 NORTH SIXTH AVENUE, WAUCHULA, FL, 33873 |
(863) 773-6438
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UR Beauty & Barber Academy
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College Vocational | 15.6 mi away | 3750 Emergency Lane STE3, Sebring, FL, 33870-2128 |
8634021875
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AVON PARK PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 13.7 mi away | 100 NORTH MUSEUM AVENUE, AVON PARK, FL, 33825 |
(863) 452-3803
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Warner University
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College | 24.3 mi away | 13895 Hwy 27, Lake Wales, FL, 33859-8797 |
8636381426
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SEBRING PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 14.9 mi away | 319 WEST CENTER AVENUE, SEBRING, FL, 33870 |
(863) 402-6716
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FORT MEADE PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 19.9 mi away | 75 EAST BROADWAY ST, FORT MEADE, FL, 33841 |
(863) 285-8287
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LATT MAXCY MEMORIAL LIBRARY
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Library | 20.5 mi away | 15 NORTH MAGNOLIA AVENUE, FROSTPROOF, FL, 33843 |
(863) 635-7857
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DESOTO BOOKMOBILE
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Library | 21.1 mi away | 125 NORTH HILLSBOROUGH AVENUE, ARCADIA, FL, 34266 |
(863) 993-4851
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DESOTO COUNTY LIBRARY
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Library | 21.1 mi away | 125 NORTH HILLSBOROUGH AVENUE, ARCADIA, FL, 34266 |
(863) 993-4851
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Distances calculated from authoritative source coordinates. Source: CMS, IMLS, NCES IPEDS.
Climate & Weather Observations
NOAA Monthly Climate Normals
Observation Station: Climate data reflects NOAA 1991–2020 standard normals recorded at WAUCHULA, FL US, located 8.3 miles from Zolfo Springs CCD. Local microclimates, topography, and elevation may cause municipal conditions to differ.
| Month | High (°F) | Low (°F) | Mean (°F) | Precip (in) | Snow (in) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 72.7° | 47.7° | 60.2° | 2.29" | 0.0" |
| February | 76.2° | 49.6° | 62.9° | 2.18" | 0.0" |
| March | 79.6° | 52.9° | 66.2° | 2.99" | 0.0" |
| April | 84.2° | 57.7° | 71.0° | 2.92" | 0.0" |
| May | 88.7° | 63.9° | 76.3° | 3.51" | 0.0" |
| June | 90.7° | 70.3° | 80.5° | 8.46" | 0.0" |
| July | 91.8° | 72.1° | 81.9° | 7.69" | 0.0" |
| August | 92.0° | 72.7° | 82.3° | 8.46" | 0.0" |
| September | 90.1° | 71.5° | 80.8° | 6.32" | 0.0" |
| October | 85.7° | 64.9° | 75.3° | 3.09" | 0.0" |
| November | 79.5° | 56.0° | 67.8° | 1.96" | 0.0" |
| December | 75.0° | 51.0° | 63.0° | 2.13" | 0.0" |
Source: NOAA U.S. Climate Normals (1991–2020).
Local Weather Forecast
Weather forecast data is currently unavailable in the local cache.
Nearby Cities & Communities
Listing adjacent communities by spatial proximity (miles)
Proximity discovery
| Community Name | Classification | Distance | Population |
|---|---|---|---|
| Zolfo Springs town | Town | 6.2 mi | — |
| Lemon Grove CDP | CDP | 8.0 mi | — |
| Wauchula city | City | 8.8 mi | — |
| Gardner CDP | CDP | 10.3 mi | — |
| Avon Park city | City | 13.2 mi | — |
| Bowling Green city | City | 13.7 mi | — |
Sources & Data Provenance
- Geographic Classification & Identifiers: U.S. Census Bureau Gazetteer (2026) and TIGER/Line Shapefiles. GEOID: 1204993783. • Official Source Dataset →
- Socioeconomic & Housing Metrics: U.S. Census Bureau American Community Survey (ACS) 5-year estimates and Population Estimates Program (PEP). Margin of Error (MOE) intervals are reported where published; suppressed values are never estimated or replaced with false zeros.
- Civic Directory Datasets: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS Hospital Directory), National Center for Education Statistics (NCES IPEDS Postsecondary Directory), and Institute of Museum and Library Services (IMLS Public Libraries Survey). Airport landing facilities are provided by airport-data.com.
- Weather & Climate Observations: National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) U.S. Climate Normals 1991–2020 and National Weather Service (NWS) point forecasts.