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Wauchula is a city and the county seat of Hardee County, Florida, United States. As of the 2020 census, it had a population of 4,900.
Wauchula has been called the "cucumber capital of the world", although citrus has become a more important agricultural crop over the past few decades. It is home to the downtown's Wauchula Historic District and Albert Carlton Estate.
Geography
The exact coordinates for the City of Wauchula is located at 27°32′46″N 81°48′52″W.
Wauchula is located in north-central Hardee County. U.S. Route 17 passes through the city, leading north 25 miles (40 km) to Bartow and south 24 miles (39 km) to Arcadia. Within the county, Zolfo Springs is 4 miles (6 km) to the south on US 17 and Bowling Green is 6 miles (10 km) to the north.
According to the United States Census Bureau, Wauchula has an area of 3.3 square miles (8.6 km2), all land.
= Hurricane Charley
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Hurricane Charley hit Wauchula at c. 5:30 on Friday, August 13, 2004, causing more than $750 million in damage. Sustained winds of 140 mph (230 km/h), with gusts of over 160 mph (260 km/h), were clocked in downtown Wauchula. The entire area had either no running water, or contaminated water for one week. Power was lost to many sections for nearly three weeks, with school canceled for two weeks. The area was declared a federal disaster area after 85% of its buildings were either damaged or destroyed. There was a curfew set for the area for weeks after from 8 pm to 7 am.
= Climate
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The climate in this area is characterized by hot, humid summers and warm winters. According to the Köppen climate classification system, Wauchula has a humid subtropical climate zone (Cfa).
Demographics
= 2010 and 2020 census
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As of the 2020 United States census, there were 4,900 people, 1,630 households, and 1,072 families residing in the city.
As of the 2010 United States census, there were 5,001 people, 1,574 households, and 1,035 families residing in the city.
= 2000 census
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As of the census of 2000, there were 4,368 people, 1,431 households, and 985 families residing in the city. The population density was 1,669.6 inhabitants per square mile (644.6/km2). There were 1,562 housing units at an average density of 597.0 per square mile (230.5/km2). The racial makeup of the city was 73.44% White, 4.17% African American, 0.57% Native American, 0.30% Asian, 18.84% from other races, and 2.68% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 39.42% of the population.
In 2000, there were 1,431 households, out of which 36.5% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 48.9% were married couples living together, 14.8% had a female householder with no husband present, and 31.1% were non-families. 26.5% of all households were made up of individuals, and 13.1% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.97 and the average family size was 3.57.
In 2000, in the city, the population was spread out, with 30.7% under the age of 18, 11.6% from 18 to 24, 26.9% from 25 to 44, 17.1% from 45 to 64, and 13.7% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 30 years. For every 100 females, there were 98.5 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 96.7 males.
In 2000, the median income for a household in the city was $25,931, and the median income for a family was $29,943. Males had a median income of $19,129 versus $15,867 for females. The per capita income for the city was $10,665. About 19.9% of families and 25.0% of the population were below the poverty line, including 30.0% of those under age 18 and 12.8% of those age 65 or over.
Infrastructure
Wauchula Municipal Airport is a public-use airport located 5 miles (8.0 km) southwest of the central business district.
Center for Great Apes is a permanent sanctuary for rescued orangutans and chimpanzees.
The only hospital in Wauchula is AdventHealth Wauchula.
Notable people
Doyle E. Carlton (1885–1972), 25th governor of Florida
Tom McEwen (1923–2011), sportswriter
B. J. McLeod (born 1983), NASCAR driver
Zeke Mowatt (born 1961), NFL football player and Super Bowl XXI champion
See also
List of municipalities in Florida
National Register of Historic Places listings in Hardee County, Florida
References
External links
Official website
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Wauchula is a city and the county seat of Hardee County, Florida, United States. As of the 2020 census, it had a population of 4,900. Wauchula has been called the "cucumber capital of the world", although citrus has become a more important agricultural crop over the past few decades.
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There are plenty of things to do in Wauchula, FL, to be sure. There are long drives through the countryside, mooing at cows and scaring off crows and vultures. There’s the Peace River , where you can canoe or hunt for fossils.
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Welcome! The City of Wauchula is eager to welcome you. Here at the City of Wauchula, we pride ourselves on 'Building New Beginnings from Old Traditions.' The City of Wauchula website is …
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