Wauchula

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Wauchula, FL

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Peak small-town living in Hardee County

Rural • Riverside • Affordable • Diverse • Scenic • Quaint • Secluded •

Nestled alongside the Peace River, Wauchula exudes a small-town vibe in the midst of vast stretches of citrus groves, plant nurseries, ranches, and dairy farms. Main Street and U.S. Highway 17 are Wauchula’s commercial thoroughfares, offering a selection of specialty shops, convenience stores, and diverse eateries.

Wauchula is the prime choice for those seeking a laid-back atmosphere with plenty of space to unwind. Numerous affordable apartments are available for rent in Wauchula, adding to the quiet community’s appeal. Wauchula is also a great option for fans of farm-fresh produce since the community is close to a wide variety of farms.

Transportation

36

Car-Dependent

out of 100 WalkScore® Rating

This area is considered a car-dependent area and most errands will require a car.

47

Somewhat Bikeable

out of 100 BikeScore® Rating

You might be able to find places to ride your bike in this area, but you’ll most likely want your car for most errands.

Schools

Hilltop Elementary School

Public

Grades PK-5

286 Students

5
out of 10

Wauchula Elementary School

Public

Grades PK-5

616 Students

4
out of 10

North Wauchula Elementary School

Public

Grades PK-5

510 Students

4
out of 10

Hardee Virtual Franchise

Public

Grades K-12

24 Students

4
out of 10

Hardee Virtual Instruction Program (District Provided)

Public

Grades K-5

Rating Unavailable

Hardee Junior High School

Public

Grades 6-12

1,141 Students

4
out of 10

Hardee Virtual Franchise

Public

Grades K-12

24 Students

4
out of 10

Hardee Junior High School

Public

Grades 6-12

1,141 Students

4
out of 10

Hardee Virtual Franchise

Public

Grades K-12

24 Students

4
out of 10

Hardee Senior High School

Public

Grades PK & 9-12

1,403 Students

3
out of 10
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Methodology

† Our analysis of utilities, groceries, transportation, healthcare, home prices, and other goods and services is sourced from the Cost of Living Index, a respected benchmark published by the Council for Community and Economic Research (C2ER) that provides a thorough overview of living expenses across different regions.

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Consumer goods, services, and home prices are sourced from the Cost of Living Index published by the Council for Community and Economic Research (C2ER). The data on this page is updated quarterly. It was last published in February 2025.