Clearwater, FL — City Data, Demographics & Statistics
Pinellas County · Florida
City DNA
A unique fingerprint for Clearwater based on 8 key metrics — compared to averages.
Quick Stats
Population
117,075
2023 ACS
Median Income
$64,440
2023
Median Home Value
$326,100
2023
Median Rent
$1,539
2023
Median Age
46.4
Unemployment
4.7%
Cost of Living Index
122.8
100 = national avg
Clearwater is a city in Pinellas County, Florida, with a population of 117,075 according to the 2023 American Community Survey. Clearwater is one of the communities in Florida.
The median household income in Clearwater is $64,440, and the median home value is $326,100. The cost of living index is 122.8 (where 100 = national average), and the median rent is $1,539 per month. The unemployment rate is 4.7%, and the median age is 46.4 years.
People & Demographics
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2023)Population
Total Population
117,075
Male
57,747
49.3%
Female
59,328
50.7%
Median Age
46.4
Age Distribution
Education & Household
Bachelor's or Higher
24.7%
High School or Higher
46.9%
Foreign Born
17.0%
Veterans
6.6%
Married
39.2%
Avg Household Size
2.3
Marital Status by Age
Race & Ethnicity
Diversity Index
0.452
Simpson's Index (0-1)
Largest Group
White
70.3%
Foreign Born
17.0%
Hispanic/Latino Ethnicity
Hispanic/Latino is an ethnicity, not a race. People of any race can identify as Hispanic. This percentage overlaps with the racial categories above.
Hispanic/Latino
17.1%
20,055 people
Not Hispanic/Latino
82.9%
Hispanic/Latino Detail
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2023)Asian Detail
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2023)Native Hawaiian & Pacific Islander Detail
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2023)American Indian & Alaska Native Detail
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2023)Languages Spoken
Total Speakers (5+)
111,367
English Only
78.4%
#1 Non-English Language
Spanish
13,117 speakers
Limited English
9.0%
Language Distribution
English Proficiency
Speaks English Very Well
91.0%
Limited English Proficiency
9.0%
Veterans & Military
Total Veterans
7,699
6.6% of population
Disability Rate
21.3%
1,640 with disability
Veteran Median Income
$43,441
Unemployment Rate
1.9%
Period of Service
Veteran Age Distribution
Male Veterans
6,944
90.2%
Female Veterans
755
9.8%
Veteran vs Non-Veteran Income
Veteran Income
$43,441
Non-Veteran Income
$36,027
Difference
$7,414
20.6% higher
Disability Status
With Disability
1,640
Without Disability
6,059
Disability Rate
21.3%
Ancestry & Heritage
Total Reporting Ancestry
80,825
#1 Ancestry
German
11.8% (13,817)
#2 Ancestry
Irish
11.0% (12,880)
#3 Ancestry
English
9.1% (10,684)
Top 20 Ancestries
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2023)Families & Households
Total Households
49,909
Family Households
27,982
56.1%
Married Couples
19,959
40.0%
Non-Family Households
21,927
43.9%
Single Mother Households
5,453
10.9%
Single Father Households
2,570
5.1%
Living Alone
18,063
36.2%
Children Under 18
Total Children
17,094
In Married Couple
9,474
55.4%
With Single Mother
5,585
32.7%
With Single Father
2,035
11.9%
Family Income
Median Family Income
$89,051
Married Couple Income
$109,195
Single Mother Income
$44,174
Single Father Income
$68,561
Avg Family Size
2.3
Avg Non-Family Size
2.2
Grandparents w/ Grandchildren
1,881
Grandparents Responsible
702
Economy
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2023)Income Overview
Median Household Income
$64,440
-12% vs national
Per Capita Income
$42,934
+16% vs national
Poverty Rate
15.4%
+13% vs national
Gini Index
0.4967
0 = perfect equality
Unemployment
4.7%
-9% vs national
SNAP Recipients
10.7%
of households
How Clearwater Compares
Clearwater vs Similar Cities
Compared to cities with 100,000 - 250,000 residents. Clearwater is highlighted.
Median Household Income
Clearwater, FL has a median household income of $64,440, making it the 14,442nd highest median household income out of 28,123 cities in our database. This means that Clearwater has a higher median household income than 49% of all the cities we measured.
Per Capita Income
Clearwater, FL has a per capita income of $42,934, making it the 7,038th highest per capita income out of 28,123 cities in our database. This means that Clearwater has a higher per capita income than 75% of all the cities we measured.
Poverty Rate
Clearwater, FL has a poverty rate of 15.4%, making it the 10,754th highest poverty rate out of 31,262 cities in our database. This means that Clearwater has a higher poverty rate than 66% of all the cities we measured.
Unemployment Rate
Clearwater, FL has a unemployment rate of 4.7%, making it the 12,353rd highest unemployment rate out of 31,012 cities in our database. This means that Clearwater has a higher unemployment rate than 60% of all the cities we measured.
Where Do You Stack Up?
Enter your household income to see how you compare to other households in Clearwater. The median household income here is $64,440.
Income Distribution
Employment Snapshot
Unemployment Rate
4.7%
-4% vs FL avg
Labor Force
58,576
Employed
55,645
How People Get to Work
Employment by Sector
Education & Workforce
Bachelor's Degree+
24.7%
of adults 25+
High School Diploma+
46.9%
of adults 25+
Median Age
46.4
Work from Home
19.9%
of workers
Top Occupations & Wages
Source: Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS (2024)
Data represents the Tampa-St. Petersburg-Clearwater, FL metro area
Highest-Paying Job
Software Developers
Top Median Wage
$126.4K
per year
Occupations Tracked
20
Cost of Living
Overall Index
122.8
100 = national avg
+22.8 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$54,027
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$127,699
per year
Cost Index by Category
100 = national average. Higher = more expensive.
Fair Market Rent
Source: HUD
1 Bedroom
$1,696
per month
2 Bedroom
$1,977
per month
The median household income in Clearwater, FL is $64,440, which is 12.0% below the national average of $73,224. Per capita income is $42,934. The poverty rate of 15.4% is higher than the FL state average of 13.5%. The Gini index of income inequality is 0.4967, where 0 represents perfect equality and 1 represents maximum inequality. The unemployment rate is 4.7%, compared to the state average of 4.9%. The labor force is 58,576. 24.7% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. About 64.5% of workers drive alone to work. The overall cost of living index is 122.8, which is 22.8% above the national average. Housing costs are above the national average at an index of 163.4. A single adult needs to earn approximately $54,027 per year to cover basic expenses.
Housing & Real Estate
Market SnapshotRedfin — January 2026
Median Sale Price
$420,000
Median List Price
$429,900
Price Per Sq Ft
$284
Days on Market
64
Active Inventory
846
Months of Supply
8.4
Buyer's market
Zillow Home Value
$332,544
ZHVI — January 2026
Zillow Rent Index
$1,948
ZORI — January 2026
Market CompetitivenessRedfin
Sold Above List
13.9%
Off Market in 2 Weeks
23.6%
Sale-to-List Ratio
95.5%
Buyer's market
Price TrendsRedfin
Market ActivityRedfin
Homes Sold
101
New Listings
283
Pending Sales
182
Price Per Square FootRedfin
Median Sale $/SF
$284
Median List $/SF
$294
Clearwater vs Similar CitiesCensus ACS / Redfin
Compared to cities with 100,000 - 250,000 residents. Clearwater is highlighted.
Median Home Value
Clearwater, FL has a median home value of $326,100, making it the 6,320th highest median home value out of 27,993 cities in our database. This means that Clearwater has a higher median home value than 77% of all the cities we measured.
Median Rent
Clearwater, FL has a median rent of $1,539, making it the 3,891st highest median rent out of 22,337 cities in our database. This means that Clearwater has a higher median rent than 83% of all the cities we measured.
Median Price Per Sq Ft
Clearwater, FL has a price per square foot of $284, making it the 4,063rd highest price per square foot out of 20,748 cities in our database. This means that Clearwater has a higher price per square foot than 80% of all the cities we measured.
Rent Burden
Clearwater, FL has a rent burden of 28.7%, making it the 1,629th highest rent burden out of 21,928 cities in our database. This means that Clearwater has a higher rent burden than 93% of all the cities we measured.
Census Housing DataU.S. Census Bureau ACS 2023
Median Home Value
$326,100
Median Rent
$1,539
Total Housing Units
61,091
Vacancy Rate
18.3%
Owner Occupied
59.1%
Renter Occupied
40.9%
Median Property Tax
$2,386
per year
Monthly Cost (w/ Mortgage)
$1,246
Housing Types
Property TaxU.S. Census Bureau ACS 2023
Median Property Tax
$2,386
per year
Effective Tax Rate
0.73%
of home value
Median Home Value
$326,100
Estimated Mean Tax
$3,222
The effective property tax rate is calculated by dividing the median annual property tax ($2,386) by the median home value ($326,100). In Clearwater, FL, this works out to an effective rate of 0.73%. This is below the national average of approximately 1.1%.
The current median sale price in Clearwater, FL is $420,000 according to Redfin data. Homes spend a median of 64 days on the market. 13.9% of homes sold above asking price. The market has 8.4 months of supply. The median price per square foot is $284. Zillow's observed rent index is $1,948/month. About 59.1% of housing units are owner-occupied. The median year homes were built is 1978. There are 61,091 total housing units. Homeowners pay a median annual property tax of $2,386. The effective tax rate is 0.73%, below the national average.
Crime Overview
Source: FBI Crime Data Explorer (2023)Violent Crime Rate
3.40
per 1,000 residents
+26% vs national
Property Crime Rate
18.33
per 1,000 residents
+5% vs national
Total Crimes
2,541
2023
Violent Clearance
4%
cases solved
Property Clearance
21%
cases solved
YoY Change
-14.1%
violent crime rate
improving vs 2022
How Clearwater Compares
Source: FBI (2023)Clearwater vs Similar Cities
Source: FBI (2023)Compared to cities with 100,000 - 250,000 residents. Clearwater is highlighted in green.
Violent Crime Rate (per 1,000)
Property Crime Rate (per 1,000)
Murder Rate (per 1,000)
Crime Rate Trends
Source: FBICrime Composition
Source: FBI (2023)Violent Crime Breakdown
Property Crime Breakdown
Crime Clearance (Solve) Rates
Source: FBI (2023)Clearwater police solve 75% of murder cases but only 0% of aggravated assault cases.
Weapon Used in Violent Crime
Source: FBI (2023)Crime Breakdown
Source: FBI Crime Data Explorer (2023)| Crime Type | Category | Count | Rate per 1K | Clearance % |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Murder | Violent | 4 | 0.03 | 75.0% |
| Rape | Violent | 70 | 0.60 | 17.1% |
| Robbery | Violent | 59 | 0.50 | 0.0% |
| Aggravated Assault | Violent | 265 | 2.27 | 0.0% |
| Burglary | Property | 253 | 2.16 | 32.0% |
| Larceny/Theft | Property | 1,742 | 14.90 | 18.1% |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | Property | 148 | 1.27 | 33.1% |
Clearwater, FL reported 398 violent crimes and 2,143 property crimes in 2023. The violent crime rate of 3.40 per 1,000 residents is 26.1% above the national average of 2.70 per 1,000. Law enforcement cleared 4% of violent crimes. Larceny/theft accounts for 1,742 of the property crime reports. Firearms were involved in 31.3% of aggravated assaults. Violent crime has been trending downward.
Crime History
Source: FBI| Year | Violent | Property | Violent Rate | Property Rate |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | 398 | 2,143 | 3.40 | 18.33 |
| 2022 | 461 | 2,209 | 3.96 | 18.99 |
| 2020 | 461 | 2,232 | 3.91 | 18.94 |
| 2019 | 469 | 2,810 | 3.99 | 23.92 |
| 2017 | 578 | 3,652 | 5.01 | 31.68 |
| 2016 | 637 | 3,755 | 5.59 | 32.97 |
| 2015 | 681 | 4,356 | 6.12 | 39.13 |
Natural Hazard Risk
Source: FEMA National Risk IndexRisk Score
98.2
Relatively High
Expected Annual Loss
97.8
Score (0-100)
Social Vulnerability
59.9
Score (0-100)
Community Resilience
10.9
Score (0-100)
Scores range from 0 (lowest risk) to 100 (highest risk) relative to all U.S. communities. Data from FEMA National Risk Index.
Disaster History & Federal Spending
Source: FEMATotal Declarations
45
Public Assistance
$268.2M
Individual Assistance
$227.7M
Most Common Type
Hurricane
21 declarations
Public Assistance by Category
| Disaster | Type | Date | PA $ | IA $ |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hurricane Milton → | Hurricane | Oct 2024 | $106.3M | $105.1M |
| Hurricane Milton → | Hurricane | Oct 2024 | — | — |
| Hurricane Helene → | Hurricane | Sep 2024 | $41.0M | $80.8M |
| Tropical Storm Helene → | Tropical Storm | Sep 2024 | — | — |
| Hurricane Debby → | Tropical Storm | Aug 2024 | $1.4M | $2.4M |
| Tropical Storm Debby → | Tropical Storm | Aug 2024 | — | — |
| Hurricane Idalia → | Hurricane | Aug 2023 | $5.4M | $3.1M |
| Tropical Storm Idalia → | Tropical Storm | Aug 2023 | — | — |
| Hurricane Nicole → | Hurricane | Dec 2022 | $37K | — |
| Tropical Storm Nicole → | Tropical Storm | Nov 2022 | — | — |
| Hurricane Ian → | Hurricane | Sep 2022 | $15.2M | $5.5M |
| Tropical Storm Ian → | Hurricane | Sep 2022 | — | — |
| Tropical Storm Elsa → | Severe Storm | Jul 2021 | — | — |
| Hurricane Eta → | Hurricane | Nov 2020 | $15K | — |
| Covid-19 Pandemic → | Biological | Mar 2020 | $28.6M | $3.0M |
| Covid-19 → | Biological | Mar 2020 | — | — |
| Hurricane Dorian → | Hurricane | Aug 2019 | — | — |
| Hurricane Michael → | Hurricane | Oct 2018 | — | — |
| Hurricane Irma → | Hurricane | Sep 2017 | $48.2M | $24.2M |
| Hurricane Irma → | Hurricane | Sep 2017 | — | — |
Showing 20 of 53 disasters
PA = FEMA Public Assistance (infrastructure recovery). IA = Individual Assistance (homeowner/renter aid).
Flood Insurance (NFIP)
Source: FEMA NFIPTotal Claims
51,741
Total Claims Paid
$3,710,462,508
Avg Claim Payout
$71,712
County-level NFIP data from FEMA National Flood Insurance Program.
Hazard Mitigation
Source: FEMA Hazard Mitigation AssistanceMitigation Projects
240
Federal Funding
$27,816,656
Properties Protected
276
Avg Benefit-Cost Ratio
4.94
BCR
Top Mitigation Project Types
| Project Type | Projects | Federal $ |
|---|---|---|
| 202.2: Elevation of Private Structures - Coastal | 139 | $12,553,960 |
| 205.8: Retrofitting Public Structures - Wind | 45 | $1,891,279 |
| 207.2: Mitigation Reconstruction | 12 | $5,645,063 |
| 200.2: Acquisition of Private Real Property (Structures and Land) - Coastal | 7 | $523,009 |
| 601.2: Generators - Regular | 6 | $445,288 |
Federally funded projects to reduce future disaster risk. Only includes completed or obligated projects.
Clearwater has a relatively high overall natural hazard risk rating according to FEMA's National Risk Index. The top hazard risks are lightning, coastal flood, tornado. The area has had 45 federal disaster declarations. The most common disaster type is hurricane (21 declarations). 51,741 flood insurance claims have been filed in the area. FEMA has obligated $268,240,878 in public assistance recovery funding. $227,726,378 has been distributed in individual assistance to disaster-affected residents. 240 hazard mitigation projects have been funded to reduce future risk.
Health
Community Health
Source: CDC PLACES
Obesity Rate
33.3%
2.8pp below the national average
Depression Rate
20.0%
3.5pp below the national average
Diabetes Rate
13.5%
1.6pp above the national average
Uninsured Rate
14.7%
4.1pp above the national average
Health Scorecard
Higher scores indicate better health outcomes relative to the national average (50 = average)
Health Outcomes
Age-adjusted prevalence rates. Green bars indicate rates below the national average; red indicates above.
High Cholesterol
40.9%
Arthritis
29.4%
Cancer (excl. skin)
10.2%
Teeth Lost (65+)
13.5%
Health Risk Behaviors
Prevention & Screening
Green bars indicate rates above the national average (more preventive care); red indicates below.
Mental Health & Wellbeing
Frequent Mental Distress
16.8%
14+ days in past month
Depression
20.0%
Loneliness
—
Lack of Support
—
Disability Prevalence
Any Disability
33.0%
Mobility
16.2%
Cognitive
14.7%
Hearing
8.1%
Vision
6.2%
Self-Care
4.4%
Independent Living
8.9%
Clearwater has an obesity rate of 33.3%, which is 2.8pp below the national average. The depression rate is 20.0%, 3.5pp below the national average. About 14.7% of adults lack health insurance. 78.3% of residents had an annual checkup in the past year.
Nearby Hospitals
Source: CMS Hospital Compare
Nearest Hospitals
5
With Emergency Services
4
Avg CMS Rating
3.3 / 5
Nearest Hospital
2.7 mi
Morton Plant Hospital
| Hospital | Distance | Type | Rating | ER |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Morton Plant Hospital | 2.7 mi | Acute Care Hospitals | 4/5 | Yes |
| Windmoor Healthcare Of Clearwater | 3.5 mi | Psychiatric | — | — |
| Mease Dunedin Hospital | 4.1 mi | Acute Care Hospitals | 4/5 | Yes |
| Hca Florida Largo Hospital | 4.9 mi | Acute Care Hospitals | 1/5 | Yes |
| Mease Countryside Hospital | 5.4 mi | Acute Care Hospitals | 4/5 | Yes |
Climate & Environment
Water Systems
Source: EPA SDWISWater Systems
26
Pop. Served
119,094
Violations (5yr)
10
| System Name | Pop. Served | Violations (5yr) |
|---|---|---|
| CLEARWATER WATER SYSTEM | 115,000 | 0 |
| SPRINGROVE MHC | 1,060 | 0 |
| RIVER PALM RV RESORT | 540 | 1 |
| MANCUSO VILLAGE PARK MHP | 537 | 0 |
| ROLLING MEADOWS MHC | 447 | 0 |
| HAWAIIAN ISLES MHP | 250 | 0 |
| MIAMI VILLAGE MOBILE HOME PARK | 215 | 0 |
| FT COOPER MOBILE HOME COMM | 200 | 0 |
| TIMBERVIEW ESTATES MHP | 146 | 0 |
| SOUTHERN AIRE RVP | 100 | 0 |
| BLUE PARROT RV PARK | 100 | 0 |
| ROLLING MEADOWS-FOXGLOVE | 70 | 0 |
| MEADOW LANE MHP (SC4060014) | 70 | 0 |
| SCI LAKERIDGE ESTATES, LLC | 40 | 0 |
| CASITA BELLA | 32 | 0 |
| PINEY LANE MHP (SC4060052) | 32 | 0 |
| COTTONWOOD ENTERPRISES | 30 | 0 |
| TAMPA BAY WATER/LAKE BRIDGE | 25 | 1 |
| TAMPA BAY WATER REG. SURFACE WATER PLANT | 25 | 1 |
| TAMPA BAY SEAWATER DESALINATION FACILITY | 25 | 1 |
| TAMPA BAY WATER MORRIS BRIDGE PUMP STATI | 25 | 1 |
| BUD WELL #7 WTP | 25 | 1 |
| BUD WELL #5 WTP | 25 | 1 |
| TAMPA BAY WATER -CYPRESS CREEK | 25 | 1 |
| BUILDING 3722 (FKA LAKES APTS) | 25 | 1 |
| TBW/S. PASCO WELLFIELD CHEMICAL FEED SYS | 25 | 1 |
There are 26 water systems serving the area. 10 water quality violations have been reported in the past 5 years.
Infrastructure
Commute Overview2023 ACS
Drive Alone
64.5%
-18% vs national
Public Transit
2.8%
+209% vs national
Work From Home
19.9%
+114% vs national
Carpool
8.0%
Walk / Bike
2.8%
combined
How Clearwater's Commute ComparesCensus ACS 2023
How People Get to WorkCensus ACS 2023
Commute Mode BreakdownCensus ACS 2023
Traffic Fatalities
Source: NHTSA FARS (2023)Fatalities
14
2023
6-Year Avg
12
fatalities/yr
Pedestrian
5
Cyclist
1
Nighttime
6
dark conditions
| Year | Crashes | Fatalities | Alcohol | Pedestrian | Cyclist |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | 13 | 14 | 0 | 5 | 1 |
| 2022 | 9 | 9 | 0 | 3 | 1 |
| 2021 | 19 | 20 | 0 | 7 | 0 |
| 2020 | 4 | 4 | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| 2019 | 13 | 13 | 2 | 4 | 2 |
| 2018 | 9 | 9 | 3 | 1 | 0 |
Data from NHTSA Fatality Analysis Reporting System (FARS). Includes only crashes involving at least one fatality.
Commute data for Clearwater, FL covers travel times and transportation modes. 64.5% of workers drive alone, compared to the national average of 78.7%. 19.9% work from home, which is above the FL state average of 13.8%. Public transit is used by 2.8% of commuters, compared to the national average of 0.9%. 8.0% of workers carpool. 1.6% walk to work. 1.1% commute by bicycle. In 2023, there were 14 traffic fatalities from 13 fatal crashes. 5 were pedestrians.
Internet & Broadband Access
Source: Census ACSBroadband Access
86.4%
of households
Cable / Fiber / DSL
71.9%
of households
No Internet
10.5%
of households
Total Households
49,909
Internet Subscription Types
Device Ownership
Source: Census ACSHas Computer
93.4%
of households
Smartphone
87.4%
of households
Desktop / Laptop
79.2%
of households
Tablet
61.9%
of households
Percentage of households with each device type. Data from the U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2023 5-year estimates, tables B28001 & B28002).
Electricity Rates
Source: U.S. Energy Information Administration (2024)Residential Rate
14.1¢
per kWh
-17% vs 100,000 - 250,000 avg
Commercial Rate
11.0¢
per kWh
-19% vs 100,000 - 250,000 avg
Industrial Rate
8.5¢
per kWh
-14% vs 100,000 - 250,000 avg
Avg Monthly Bill
$156
residential
+10% vs 100,000 - 250,000 avg
17% below the national average of 17.1¢/kWh
Residential electricity in Florida averages 14.1¢ per kWh, compared to the national average of 17.1¢. The average monthly electric bill is $156. State-level averages from EIA Electric Sales & Revenue data (2024).
Clearwater vs Similar Cities
Source: EIA (2024)Comparing electricity rates with randomly selected cities of similar population (100,000 - 250,000). Each city represents its state's average rate.
Residential Rate (¢/kWh)
Commercial Rate (¢/kWh)
Industrial Rate (¢/kWh)
Average Monthly Bill
Water Systems
Source: EPA SDWISWater Systems
26
Population Served
119,094
Violations (5yr)
10
| System Name | Type | Source | Pop. Served | Violations |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| CLEARWATER WATER SYSTEM | Community | Ground water | 115,000 | 0 |
| SPRINGROVE MHC | Community | Ground water | 1,060 | 0 |
| RIVER PALM RV RESORT | Community | Ground water | 540 | 1 |
| MANCUSO VILLAGE PARK MHP | Community | Ground water | 537 | 0 |
| ROLLING MEADOWS MHC | Community | Ground water | 447 | 0 |
| HAWAIIAN ISLES MHP | Community | Ground water | 250 | 0 |
| MIAMI VILLAGE MOBILE HOME PARK | Community | Ground water | 215 | 0 |
| FT COOPER MOBILE HOME COMM | Community | Ground water | 200 | 0 |
| TIMBERVIEW ESTATES MHP | Community | Ground water | 146 | 0 |
| SOUTHERN AIRE RVP | Community | Ground water | 100 | 0 |
| BLUE PARROT RV PARK | Community | Ground water | 100 | 0 |
| ROLLING MEADOWS-FOXGLOVE | Community | Purchased ground water | 70 | 0 |
| MEADOW LANE MHP (SC4060014) | Community | Ground water | 70 | 0 |
| SCI LAKERIDGE ESTATES, LLC | Community | Ground water | 40 | 0 |
| CASITA BELLA | Community | Ground water | 32 | 0 |
| PINEY LANE MHP (SC4060052) | Community | Ground water | 32 | 0 |
| COTTONWOOD ENTERPRISES | Community | Ground water | 30 | 0 |
| TAMPA BAY WATER/LAKE BRIDGE | Community | Purchased surface water | 25 | 1 |
| TAMPA BAY WATER REG. SURFACE WATER PLANT | Community | Surface water | 25 | 1 |
| TAMPA BAY SEAWATER DESALINATION FACILITY | Community | Surface water | 25 | 1 |
| TAMPA BAY WATER MORRIS BRIDGE PUMP STATI | Community | Purchased surface water | 25 | 1 |
| BUD WELL #7 WTP | Community | Purchased surface water | 25 | 1 |
| BUD WELL #5 WTP | Community | Purchased surface water | 25 | 1 |
| TAMPA BAY WATER -CYPRESS CREEK | Community | Purchased surface water | 25 | 1 |
| BUILDING 3722 (FKA LAKES APTS) | Community | Ground water | 25 | 1 |
| TBW/S. PASCO WELLFIELD CHEMICAL FEED SYS | Community | Ground water | 25 | 1 |
86.4% of households in Clearwater have broadband internet access. 71.9% have cable, fiber, or DSL service. 12.0% rely solely on cellular data without a wired connection. 10.5% of households have no internet access. 8.3% use only a smartphone without a desktop or laptop. The area is served by 26 water systems, providing water to 119,094 people. A total of 10 water quality violations have been recorded over the past 5 years.
Politics & Government
County-level data: Election results are reported at the county level. Clearwater is located in Pinellas County, FL. Results reflect all voters in the county, not just those in Clearwater.
Election Overview
Source: Pinellas County (2024)2024 Winner
Republican
Dem Votes
242,452
46.9%
GOP Votes
269,472
52.1%
Total Votes
517,058
Margin
R+5.2%
Shift from 2020
R+5.4pp
vs prior election
Election History
Source: County-Level Election Results| Year | Dem Votes | GOP Votes | Total | Dem % | GOP % | Margin |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 242,452 | 269,472 | 517,058 | 46.9% | 52.1% | R+5.2 |
| 2020 | 277,450 | 276,209 | 559,715 | 49.6% | 49.4% | D+0.2 |
| 2016 | 233,327 | 238,746 | 491,520 | 47.5% | 48.6% | R+1.1 |
In the 2024 presidential election, Pinellas County recorded 517,058 total votes. Republicans won the county with 52.1% of the vote compared to 46.9% for Democrats, a margin of R+5.2%. Compared to 2020, the margin shifted R+5.4pp from the previous election. Since 2016, Pinellas County has shifted 4.1 percentage points toward Republicans.
Public Records Request
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Nonprofits Overview
Source: IRS Exempt Organizations BMFTotal Nonprofits
850
Total Assets
$22.8B
Total Income
$7.7B
Per 10K Residents
72.6
nonprofits
+51.3% vs peers avg
Orgs with >$1M Assets
111
Median Assets
$329K
Oldest Active
1940
ruling year
Newest Org
2026
ruling year
Nonprofits by Category
Source: IRS / NTEE ClassificationTop 10 hold $21.4B of $22.8B total
Nonprofit Size Distribution
Source: IRS Exempt Organizations BMFNumber of nonprofits by total asset size
When Were Nonprofits Founded?
Source: IRS Ruling DateNumber of currently active nonprofits by founding decade
Nonprofits per 10K Residents vs Similar Cities
Source: IRS BMF + Census ACSCompared to cities with population 100,000 - 250,000
Largest Nonprofits in Clearwater
Source: IRS Exempt Organizations BMFClearwater, FL has 850 registered 501(c)(3) nonprofit organizations with combined assets of $22.8B. The most common category is Human Services, with 95 organizations. 111 nonprofits have assets exceeding $1 million. That works out to 72.6 nonprofits per 10,000 residents. The oldest active nonprofit dates back to 1940.
SBA Lending Overview
Source: SBA FOIA Loan-Level DataTotal SBA Loans
1,499
Total Approved
$656.6M
Jobs Supported
15,180
Per 10K Residents
128.0
SBA loans
+20.7% vs peers avg
Unique Lenders
170
Top Lender
Bank of America, National Association
204 loans
Top Industry
Professional & Technical Services
Data Span
1992–2026
Loan Program Breakdown
Source: SBA FOIALoans
1,289
Total Amount
$542.7M
Avg Loan
$421,041
Median Loan
$204,400
SBA Guaranteed
$406.3M(75%)
Jobs Supported
13,266
Loans
210
Total Amount
$113.9M
Avg Loan
$542,381
Median Loan
$362,500
Recent Activity (Last 5 Years)
Source: SBA FOIARecent Loans
289
19% of all-time total
Recent Amount
$187.6M
29% of all-time total
Avg Recent Loan
$649,189
Top Industries Funded
Source: SBA FOIA / NAICS CodesSBA Loans per 10K Residents vs Similar Cities
Source: SBA FOIA + Census ACSCompared to cities with population 100,000 - 250,000
Top SBA Borrowers
Source: SBA FOIA| Business | Loans | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Zulay Llc | 4 | $5.3M |
| The Karol Hotel | 1 | $5.1M |
| Housewares America Inc | 2 | $5.0M |
| Launch Family Entertainment - Clearwater | 1 | $5.0M |
| Lfh Real Estate Holdings Llc | 1 | $5.0M |
| Purewater Hotel Group Llc | 1 | $5.0M |
| Creating Technology Solutions Llc | 2 | $5.0M |
| Nexxus Capital Llc | 4 | $4.8M |
| Sasha Clearwater Llc | 1 | $4.8M |
| Pcm Llc | 1 | $4.7M |
Clearwater, FL has received 1,499 SBA loans totaling $656.6M in approved funding between 1992 and 2026. The 7(a) program accounts for 1,289 loans (86% of the total), supporting 13,266 jobs. The 504 program, focused on real estate and large equipment, has funded 210 loans totaling $113.9M. The most common industry receiving SBA funding is Professional & Technical Services. The most active SBA lender in Clearwater is Bank of America, National Association with 204 loans. That works out to 128.0 SBA loans per 10,000 residents.
ZIP Code Overview
Source: Census ACSZIP Codes
30
Total Population
578,110
Avg Median Income
-$22,147,267
Avg Home Value
$367,790
ZIP Code Details
Source: Census ACS| ZIP Code | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Median Rent | Area (sq mi) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 33635 | 19,415 | $83,843 | $309,800 | $1,760 | 6.4 |
| 33716 | 18,995 | $73,576 | $163,500 | $1,732 | 7.2 |
| 33755 | 28,057 | $59,613 | $300,200 | $1,340 | 5.5 |
| 33756 | 32,928 | $63,990 | $335,800 | $1,382 | 7.2 |
| 33759 | 17,647 | $63,804 | $295,000 | $1,771 | 5.3 |
| 33760 | 19,486 | $59,489 | $245,800 | $1,446 | 5.6 |
| 33761 | 18,399 | $71,839 | $271,100 | $1,711 | 5.1 |
| 33762 | 5,039 | $91,024 | $332,000 | $1,711 | 7.1 |
| 33763 | 21,278 | $53,552 | $215,900 | $1,447 | 3.4 |
| 33764 | 27,365 | $64,573 | $302,500 | $1,622 | 6.3 |
| 33765 | 14,364 | $61,910 | $290,700 | $1,585 | 4.2 |
| 33767 | 7,409 | $105,662 | $704,800 | $2,033 | 2.0 |
| 33770 | 25,005 | $58,071 | $245,200 | $1,481 | 5.2 |
| 33771 | 27,908 | $60,139 | $145,600 | $1,379 | 6.0 |
| 33772 | 23,428 | $74,026 | $327,000 | $1,454 | 5.3 |
| 33773 | 16,918 | $74,115 | $280,600 | $1,567 | 5.1 |
| 33774 | 20,018 | $76,769 | $315,200 | $1,498 | 4.6 |
| 33776 | 12,711 | $101,618 | $436,700 | $2,291 | 3.4 |
| 33777 | 18,276 | $88,680 | $298,500 | $1,682 | 5.5 |
| 33778 | 16,054 | $63,633 | $267,800 | $1,697 | 3.8 |
| 33782 | 22,607 | $65,487 | $253,700 | $1,767 | 5.4 |
| 33785 | 4,871 | $98,750 | $689,500 | $1,804 | 1.2 |
| 33786 | 1,564 | $140,417 | $1,022,700 | $2,955 | 0.5 |
| 34677 | 22,337 | $85,389 | $352,200 | $1,484 | 12.6 |
| 34681 | 1,331 | N/A | $680,500 | N/A | 0.7 |
| 34683 | 34,180 | $90,037 | $424,200 | $1,655 | 10.3 |
| 34684 | 26,926 | $67,542 | $293,800 | $1,781 | 6.7 |
| 34685 | 17,895 | $87,658 | $479,400 | $1,884 | 10.1 |
| 34695 | 17,882 | $96,138 | $418,200 | $1,680 | 5.6 |
| 34698 | 37,817 | $67,323 | $335,800 | $1,571 | 11.2 |
Clearwater, FL has 30 ZIP codes with a combined population of 578,110. The average median household income across all ZIP codes is -$22,147,267. The average median home value is $367,790. The average median monthly rent is -$22,220,583.
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