Clewiston
City in Hendry County, Florida
Clewiston is a city in Hendry County, Florida, with 7,327 residents (2020 Census). It sits at 16 ft (5 m) above sea level. The nearest town is Harlem, 1.6 miles SW.
- 7,327residents (2020 Census)
- 16 ftelevation · 5 m
- 4.5 sq miland area · 11.7 km²
- 1,628 / sq mipopulation density
About Clewiston
Clewiston is a city in Hendry County, Florida, United States. Its location is 80 miles (130 km) northwest of Fort Lauderdale on the Atlantic coastal plain. The population was 7,327 at the 2020 census, up from 7,155 at the 2010 census. It is the principal city in the Clewiston micropolitan area.
The city is located on the south bank of Lake Okeechobee, and the Lake Okeechobee Scenic Trail (LOST) passes through the edge of the city. It is home to the Clewiston Museum and the Dixie Crystal Theatre. The area has been home to Seminole tribe members and sugar plantations, with the Ah-Tah-Thi-Ki Seminole Indian Museum located 32 miles (51 km) south of the city.
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Living in Clewiston
- Median household income
- $57,222
- Median home value
- $239,200
- Median rent
- $763/mo
- Median age
- 41
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Clewiston had 7,327 residents in the 2020 Census.
| 2020 Census | 7,327 |
|---|---|
| Density | 1,628 per sq mi (629 per km²) |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau, Decennial Census.
Clewiston at a glance
| State | Florida (FL) |
|---|---|
| County | Hendry County |
| Type | City |
| Population | 7,327 (2020) |
| Land area | 4.50 sq mi (11.7 km²) |
| Water area | 0.01 sq mi (0.03 km²) |
| Elevation | 16 ft (5 m) |
| Coordinates | 26.7528° N, 80.9392° W |
| Official website | clewiston-fl.gov |
| Census code (GEOID) | 1213000 |
Sources: U.S. Census Bureau (Gazetteer, ZCTA), USGS GNIS, Wikidata.
Towns near Clewiston
- Harlem1.6 mi SW
- Lake Harbor9.2 mi SE
- Moore Haven11.3 mi NW
- Montura12.2 mi SW
- South Bay13.3 mi E
- Pioneer17.2 mi W
- Belle Glade17.4 mi E
- Pahokee17.7 mi E
- Canal Point21.0 mi E
- Buckhead Ridge26.3 mi N
- Port LaBelle27.4 mi W
- LaBelle31.7 mi W
Straight-line distance between town centers.
Frequently asked questions about Clewiston
What county is Clewiston in?
Clewiston is in Hendry County, Florida.
What is the population of Clewiston, FL?
7,327 people lived in Clewiston at the 2020 Census.
What is the elevation of Clewiston?
16 feet (5 m) above sea level.
What towns are near Clewiston?
Harlem (1.6 mi), Lake Harbor (9.2 mi), Moore Haven (11.3 mi), Montura (12.2 mi), South Bay (13.3 mi).
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