Lake Wales, Florida
Quick Statistics
Lake Wales is a community in Polk County, Florida, home to about 16,785 people spread across 20.3 square miles of land. The median personal income here is $30,335 a year, and a typical home is worth about $239,300. About 31.4% of adults hold a college degree, and 85.4% of residents under 65 have health insurance. The population has grown about 18 percent over the past decade.
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Among the Florida towns GeoStat tracks, Lake Wales ranks number 241 of 955 in population, number 692 in median household income, number 649 in median home value. See how it stacks up on the trends page or compare it with another town.
Summers around Lake Wales typically top out near 93°F in July, while January nights average about 50°F. Full normals are on the climate page.
| # | Town | Distance | Population |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1. | Highland Park, FL | 4.5 mi. | 282 |
| 2. | Waverly, FL | 4.7 mi. | 187 |
| 3. | Crooked Lake Park, FL | 6.3 mi. | 2,641 |
| 4. | Dundee, FL | 6.7 mi. | 5,863 |
| 5. | Alturas, FL | 7.4 mi. | 4,581 |
| 6. | Babson Park, FL | 7.4 mi. | 1,093 |
| 7. | Hillcrest Heights, FL | 7.7 mi. | 377 |
| 8. | Cypress Gardens, FL | 8.0 mi. | 10,077 |
What is the population of Lake Wales, Florida?
Lake Wales has a population of about 16,785 people, according to the latest Census Bureau estimates.
What county is Lake Wales, Florida in?
Lake Wales is located in Polk County, Florida.
What is the median home value in Lake Wales, Florida?
The median home value in Lake Wales is about $239,300, based on American Community Survey data.
What is the median income in Lake Wales, Florida?
The median personal income in Lake Wales is about $30,335 per year.
How many tornadoes have hit near Lake Wales, Florida?
Since 1950, 171 tornadoes have been recorded in Polk County. See the tornado page for maps and details of each one.
What is the weather like in Lake Wales, Florida?
Typical July highs run about 93 degrees and January lows about 50 degrees. Figures are 30-year NOAA climate normals.
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