Hendry County

Hendry County is a rural county in south-central Florida, located inland between Lake Okeechobee to the northeast and the Everglades region to the southeast. It is part of the state’s interior agricultural belt and borders Glades County to the north and Collier County to the south. Established in 1923 and named for Captain Francis A. Hendry, the county developed around ranching and large-scale farming supported by drainage and water-management projects in the greater Everglades watershed. Hendry County is small in population, with about 40,000 residents, and its communities are dispersed across extensive flatwoods, prairies, and cultivated fields. The local economy is dominated by agriculture, including sugarcane, citrus, vegetables, and cattle, with related processing and seasonal labor shaping regional culture. LaBelle, situated along the Caloosahatchee River, serves as the county seat and the primary administrative and service center.

Hendry County is an inland county in South Florida, located west of Palm Beach County and east of Lee and Collier counties. Its county seat is LaBelle, and the county includes agricultural areas along the Caloosahatchee River corridor.

Population Size

According to the U.S. Census Bureau QuickFacts for Hendry County, Florida, Hendry County’s population was 42,022 (2020) and 42,272 (July 1, 2023 estimate).

Age & Gender

Per the U.S. Census Bureau QuickFacts:

• Persons under 18 years: 25.2%
• Persons 65 years and over: 14.1%
• Female persons: 47.7% (male: 52.3%)

Racial & Ethnic Composition

From the U.S. Census Bureau QuickFacts (race categories are not mutually exclusive with Hispanic/Latino ethnicity):

• White alone: 83.5%
• Black or African American alone: 11.4%
• American Indian and Alaska Native alone: 1.0%
• Asian alone: 0.9%
• Native Hawaiian and Other Pacific Islander alone: 0.2%
• Two or more races: 3.0%
• Hispanic or Latino (of any race): 56.8%

Household & Housing Data

Housing and household indicators reported by the U.S. Census Bureau QuickFacts include:

• Households: 12,932
• Persons per household: 3.16
• Owner-occupied housing unit rate: 64.4%
• Median value of owner-occupied housing units: $204,700
• Median gross rent: $1,236
• Housing units: 15,678

For local government and planning resources, visit the Hendry County official website.

Hendry County’s largely rural interior location and low population density can reduce the economic incentives for dense last‑mile networks, shaping how residents access email and other digital services. Direct county-level email usage statistics are not routinely published, so broadband subscription and device access are used as proxies for likely email adoption.

Digital access indicators (proxies for email use)

The U.S. Census Bureau (American Community Survey) on data.census.gov provides Hendry County household indicators such as broadband internet subscriptions and computer ownership, which track the baseline ability to use webmail and mobile email. Lower broadband/device access generally corresponds to lower routine email use.

Age and gender distribution

ACS age distributions on data.census.gov support analysis of groups less likely to rely on email (older residents) versus those more likely to use email for school and work (working-age adults). County-level sex (gender) distributions are also available via the ACS and are typically less predictive of email adoption than age and access.

Connectivity and infrastructure limitations

The FCC National Broadband Map documents fixed and mobile broadband availability, illustrating coverage gaps and limited provider choice common in rural areas. Local planning context is available via the Hendry County government.

Hendry County is an inland county in south-central Florida, bordering Lake Okeechobee and characterized by large areas of agricultural land, dispersed rural communities (notably LaBelle and Clewiston), and significant stretches of sparsely populated terrain. Lower population density and long distances between towers and fiber backhaul routes can affect mobile signal consistency and the speed at which newer radio technologies (notably mid-band 5G) are deployed compared with Florida’s major metro areas.

Network availability vs. household adoption (conceptual distinction)

Network availability describes where mobile carriers report service (coverage footprints, advertised generations such as LTE/5G).
Household adoption describes whether residents actually subscribe to mobile service and how they use it (smartphone ownership, mobile-only internet households, data plan uptake).

County-level measurement is not consistently published for every indicator. Network availability is most directly assessed using federal coverage maps, while household adoption is most reliably measured through survey-based estimates that are usually reported at the state level, major metro level, or as modeled small-area estimates rather than as a single definitive county statistic.

Mobile penetration or access indicators (where available)

At the county level, widely cited “mobile penetration” metrics (active SIMs per 100 people) are not published by U.S. statistical agencies. The most directly comparable county-relevant adoption proxy is household internet subscription status, including “cellular data plan” as an internet subscription type.

• Household internet subscription (including cellular data plan as a subscription type): The U.S. Census Bureau’s American Community Survey (ACS) collects internet subscription categories, including cellular data plans. Publicly accessible tables are available via data.census.gov and can be queried for Hendry County to distinguish households with broadband (cable/fiber/DSL) from those reporting a cellular data plan.
• Modeled small-area estimates: The Census Bureau’s Small Area Income and Poverty Estimates (SAIPE) and related small-area programs can contextualize affordability constraints, but they do not directly report mobile subscription penetration. For internet specifically, the ACS remains the standard reference.
• Limitations: ACS “cellular data plan” responses reflect a household reporting a cellular plan as an internet subscription; this does not equate to measured mobile coverage quality, and it does not count individuals. It is the most common official indicator tied to mobile connectivity adoption at household level.

Mobile internet usage patterns (LTE/4G and 5G availability)

Reported network availability (coverage)

• FCC mobile coverage reporting: The FCC publishes carrier-reported LTE and 5G coverage through its mapping program. These maps are the primary public source for understanding where carriers report service and what technology is claimed at a location. The FCC’s mapping portal is available through the FCC National Broadband Map.
• Technology layers: The FCC map allows viewing mobile broadband availability by technology generation (LTE, 5G variants as reported). This is the most direct county-relevant way to assess whether parts of Hendry County are covered by reported 4G LTE and where 5G is reported.
• Important limitation: FCC mobile availability is based on provider submissions and standardized propagation modeling, not continuous drive-test measurement. Reported availability can differ from on-the-ground experience, especially in flat but obstructed environments (dense vegetation, indoor attenuation, agricultural structures) and where tower spacing is wide.

Typical usage patterns (adoption and reliance)

• Mobile as primary internet connection: Rural counties often show higher shares of households that use a cellular data plan as their internet subscription when fixed broadband options are limited or costly. For Hendry County, the exact share must be taken from the ACS tables on data.census.gov rather than inferred.
• 4G LTE vs. 5G usage: Even where 5G is available, many users continue to rely on LTE for substantial portions of daily connectivity due to device capability, indoor coverage differences, and the uneven geography of 5G deployments (especially mid-band). County-specific “share of traffic on 5G” statistics are not published as official public measures.

Common device types (smartphones vs. other devices)

• Smartphones as the dominant endpoint: Nationally, smartphones are the primary device for mobile network access, while tablets, mobile hotspots, and fixed wireless customer premises equipment (CPE) represent smaller shares. No official county-level device-type breakdown is published as a standard dataset.
• Official adoption proxies: The ACS provides indicators for the presence of computing devices (desktop/laptop, smartphone, tablet) at the household level in many geographies, accessible via data.census.gov. These tables can be used to describe the prevalence of smartphone availability in households relative to other device types for Hendry County.
• Limitations: Device ownership does not measure service quality. Smartphone presence also does not indicate whether the smartphone is used as the primary internet connection or paired with home fixed broadband.

Demographic and geographic factors influencing mobile usage in Hendry County

Geography, land use, and settlement pattern

• Rural dispersion and agricultural land: Hendry County’s land use is heavily agricultural with widely spaced residences outside its main population centers. Wider tower spacing can reduce signal strength at the edges of cells and increase the likelihood of dead zones, particularly indoors.
• Flat terrain with vegetation and structures: While the county lacks mountainous terrain, vegetation and building materials still affect signal penetration. In rural settings, indoor coverage gaps may be more visible due to fewer nearby sites and less network densification.

Population density and infrastructure economics

• Lower density relative to Florida metros: Lower density generally reduces the economic incentive for dense tower grids and rapid upgrades, influencing the pace and granularity of 5G deployments. This affects availability (where providers build) and can also influence adoption (whether mobile is used as a substitute for limited fixed broadband).

Income, affordability, and digital substitution

• Affordability constraints: Household income and poverty levels influence whether residents maintain postpaid plans with larger data allowances or rely on prepaid plans and Wi‑Fi. These constraints are measurable via Census programs (income/poverty on data.census.gov and SAIPE on census.gov), but linking them causally to mobile usage requires survey or operator data not published at county resolution.
• Mobile-only households: Where fixed broadband availability or affordability is constrained, some households report cellular data plans as their internet subscription (ACS). This indicates adoption behavior, not network performance.

Seasonal and roadway connectivity considerations

• Travel corridors and small hubs: Coverage tends to be stronger along major roads and within city centers where towers are concentrated. The FCC map is the appropriate source for visualizing reported coverage differences within the county (FCC National Broadband Map). County-specific continuous performance measurements are not available as an official public dataset.

Public data sources for Hendry County (recommended references)

• Network availability (carrier-reported LTE/5G): FCC National Broadband Map
• Household adoption (internet subscriptions, cellular data plan, device presence): U.S. Census Bureau data portal (ACS)
• State broadband planning context: Florida Department of Commerce (state-level broadband initiatives and publications; county-level mobile adoption metrics may be limited)
• Local context and planning documents: Hendry County government website (general county plans and infrastructure context; not a primary source for mobile coverage metrics)

Data limitations specific to county-level mobile connectivity

• No official county “mobile penetration” rate is published by U.S. agencies in the way some countries report subscriptions per capita.
• Coverage availability data (FCC) is provider-reported and model-based rather than a direct measure of user experience.
• Adoption data (ACS) is survey-based, subject to sampling error in smaller counties, and reports household-level indicators rather than continuous usage metrics (speed, latency, or percentage of traffic on 5G).

This combination of FCC availability mapping and Census household adoption tables provides the most defensible, non-speculative overview of mobile connectivity and mobile-internet reliance in Hendry County using publicly verifiable sources.

Hendry County is a largely rural, inland county in South Florida bordering Lake Okeechobee, with LaBelle as the county seat and Clewiston as a major population and employment center tied to agriculture (notably sugarcane), logistics, and lake-related activity. Compared with Florida’s coastal metros, Hendry has lower population density and generally lower broadband availability, which tends to shift some social activity toward mobile-first platforms and messaging.

User statistics (penetration / active use)

• County-specific social media penetration rates are not published in standard public datasets (major trackers such as Pew Research Center report at the national level, not by county). As a result, Hendry County usage is typically estimated using national/state benchmarks and local connectivity conditions rather than directly measured countywide penetration.
• Benchmark (U.S. adults): About 69% of U.S. adults use at least one social media site, according to the Pew Research Center social media fact sheet. This provides the most commonly cited baseline for adult “any social media” penetration.
• Mobile access context: Florida’s rural counties tend to have more variable fixed broadband access than large metros; this commonly correlates with heavier reliance on smartphones for social use. For local connectivity context, see the NTIA BroadbandUSA resources and mapping tools.

Age group trends (who uses social media most)

National age patterns are consistent and are the most defensible proxy for local age-group differences:

• Highest use: Adults 18–29 report the highest usage across most major platforms; usage remains high among 30–49.
• Moderate use: Adults 50–64 participate broadly but at lower rates than younger adults.
• Lowest use: Adults 65+ use social media at the lowest overall rates, though Facebook use remains comparatively strong in this group.
• Source basis: platform-by-age distributions summarized in the Pew Research Center fact sheet.

Gender breakdown

• Overall pattern: Gender differences are generally platform-specific rather than universal. Nationally, women are more likely than men to report using certain platforms (commonly Facebook, Instagram, Pinterest), while men may be more represented on others (historically Reddit and some discussion-centric platforms).
• The most consistent, regularly updated public breakdowns by gender are compiled in the Pew Research Center social media fact sheet, which can be used as a county proxy where local measurement is unavailable.

Most-used platforms (percentages where available)

County-level platform shares are not published by major survey organizations; the most reliable public percentages are national:

• YouTube and Facebook are typically the top-reported platforms among U.S. adults by reach.
• Instagram, TikTok, Snapchat, X (Twitter), LinkedIn, Pinterest, and Reddit follow with reach varying strongly by age.
• For up-to-date platform reach percentages (U.S. adults) and demographic splits, use the Pew Research Center social media fact sheet (percentages are presented by platform and updated periodically).

Behavioral trends (engagement patterns / preferences)

Patterns below reflect well-established rural and mixed-age community usage dynamics, aligned with national research and typical rural connectivity constraints:

• Mobile-first engagement: Greater dependence on smartphones tends to increase use of short-form video (YouTube/TikTok/Reels) and messaging-driven interaction, while reducing time spent on data-heavy desktop-first behaviors.
• Community information utility: Facebook commonly functions as a local information layer (community groups, school and civic updates, buy/sell, event announcements), which is especially pronounced in smaller population centers.
• Video as a primary format: Across demographics, video is a dominant content type (YouTube’s broad reach and cross-age adoption support this), reflected in both passive viewing and sharing.
• Age-based platform preference:
  • Younger adults: higher concentration on Instagram, TikTok, Snapchat, and creator-led video feeds.
  • Middle/older adults: heavier reliance on Facebook for social ties and community updates, plus YouTube for how-to and entertainment.
• Engagement cadence: Rural users often show burst engagement around local happenings (weather events, school sports, community meetings, agricultural and work-schedule cycles), with more asynchronous commenting and sharing than real-time live posting.
• Research grounding for platform/demographic engagement patterns: Pew Research Center (platform adoption and demographics) and broader digital trend synthesis in annual reports such as DataReportal’s U.S. digital report (usage behaviors and device patterns; methodology noted in-report).

Hendry County family and associate-related public records include Florida vital records and local court filings. Birth and death certificates are state-held vital records recorded by the Florida Department of Health; Hendry County requests are typically handled through the local county health department and the state’s Bureau of Vital Statistics. Adoption records are generally maintained as sealed court and vital-record files, with limited public access.

Public databases commonly used for associate-related research include the Hendry County Clerk of the Circuit Court & Comptroller’s official records (deeds, mortgages, liens, judgments) and court case records, which can document family relationships, name changes, probate/estate administration, and domestic-relations case dockets. Property ownership and parcel history are available through the Hendry County Property Appraiser.

Access is available online and in person through county and state offices, including: the Hendry County Clerk of the Circuit Court & Comptroller (court/official records), the Hendry County Property Appraiser (parcel/ownership), and Florida Vital Statistics via the Florida Department of Health – Vital Records.

Privacy restrictions apply to many family records. Florida birth certificates are restricted for a statutory period, and death certificates may have certified/uncertified variants with different access rules. Adoption files and certain sensitive court records are sealed or access-limited by law or court order.

Record types maintained in Hendry County, Florida

• Marriage licenses and marriage records

  • Marriage licenses are issued at the county level and become part of the county’s official records after issuance and return for recording.
  • Certified copies of recorded marriage licenses are commonly used as proof of marriage.

• Divorce records (final judgments/decrees and related case filings)

  • Divorces are handled as civil/family law court cases in the Circuit Court, resulting in a Final Judgment of Dissolution of Marriage (often called a divorce decree).
  • The court case file may include pleadings, financial affidavits, parenting plans, and support-related orders.

• Annulments

  • Annulments are also court proceedings in the Circuit Court and are recorded as part of a case file, typically resulting in a final order/judgment addressing the marital status.

• State-level vital records

  • Florida also maintains statewide marriage and divorce record indexes/certifications through the state vital records office, distinct from the full county court file for divorces.

Where records are filed and how they can be accessed

• Hendry County Clerk of the Circuit Court & Comptroller

  • Maintains and provides access to:
    • Official Records (recorded marriage licenses and other recordable instruments)
    • Court case records (divorce and annulment case files and final judgments)
  • Access methods typically include in-person requests and online search/record systems for docket and official record lookups, with certified copies issued by the Clerk.

• Florida Department of Health – Bureau of Vital Statistics (statewide)

  • Maintains statewide marriage and divorce record data for Florida for specified time periods and provides certifications/letters that generally contain limited data elements rather than the complete court file.
  • See: Florida Department of Health – Certificates (Vital Records)

• Florida Courts E-Filing Authority (filing system, not the record custodian)

  • Divorce and annulment documents are typically filed electronically through the state e-filing portal, while official record custody and certified copies remain with the Hendry County Clerk.
  • See: Florida Courts E-Filing Portal

Typical information contained in the records

Marriage licenses (recorded marriage documents)

Commonly include:

• Full legal names of both parties
• Date the license was issued and county of issuance
• Date of marriage ceremony and officiant details/signature
• Location (county) where the marriage was performed/recorded
• Clerk recording information (book/page or instrument number)

Divorce decrees/final judgments (court record)

Commonly include:

• Names of the parties and case number
• Date of filing and date of final judgment
• Findings and orders regarding dissolution and restoration of former name (when applicable)
• Orders on property division, debts, alimony, and attorney’s fees (as applicable)
• For cases involving children: parental responsibility/time-sharing, child support, and related provisions

Annulment orders/judgments (court record)

Commonly include:

• Names of the parties and case number
• Legal basis/findings supporting annulment
• Orders addressing marital status and related relief (property, support, name change), depending on the case

Privacy and legal restrictions

• Public records framework

  • Florida law generally treats county official records and many court records as public, but access is subject to statutory confidentiality and court rules.

• Common confidentiality limitations in family law cases

  • Certain information may be confidential or restricted, such as:
    • Social Security numbers and certain identifying information
    • Some financial account numbers and protected personal data
    • Records or details made confidential by statute or court order (including specific family law and child-related information in some contexts)
  • Redaction requirements may apply to documents filed with the court.

• Certified copies and identity verification

  • Certified copies of recorded marriage licenses and court judgments are issued by the Clerk, with administrative requirements that may include requester identification and payment of statutory fees.

• State vital records restrictions

  • State-issued marriage/divorce certifications may be limited in detail compared with county records, and Florida’s vital records program applies statutory eligibility rules for certain types of certificates and time periods.

Hendry County is an inland, largely rural county in south-central Florida between the Fort Myers–Cape Coral area and the Lake Okeechobee region. The county seat is LaBelle, with Clewiston as a second population center tied to agriculture and lake-related industries. Population is relatively small for Florida and includes a sizable Hispanic/Latino community, with an economy historically anchored in farming, food processing, and public services.

Education Indicators

Public schools (count and names)

Hendry County’s traditional public K–12 system is operated by the District School Board of Hendry County. A current, official school directory (including campuses and program sites) is published by the district and is the most reliable source for school names and counts: the district’s Hendry County Schools website.
Note: Public-school counts can change with program sites, grade reconfigurations, and charter activity; the district directory is the definitive list.

Student–teacher ratios and graduation rates

• Student–teacher ratio: Florida public reporting typically presents ratios by district and school in state and federal report cards; Hendry County’s district and school-level ratios are available through the Florida Department of Education (FDOE) PK–12 data portal and district/school report cards.
• Graduation rate: The 4-year cohort graduation rate for Hendry County public schools is reported annually by FDOE through school/district report cards and statewide accountability releases (same sources as above).
  Proxy note: A single “current” ratio or graduation figure is not reproduced here because district/school report cards update annually and are best cited directly from FDOE for the most recent year.

Adult educational attainment (countywide)

Countywide adult attainment is tracked through the U.S. Census Bureau’s American Community Survey (ACS). The most recent ACS 5-year profile provides:

• High school diploma (or equivalent) share
• Bachelor’s degree or higher share
  These are available in the county profile tables on data.census.gov (ACS educational attainment).
  Context: Hendry County has historically trailed Florida statewide averages on bachelor’s attainment, reflecting its rural/agricultural labor market and smaller higher-education footprint.

Notable programs (STEM, CTE, AP/dual enrollment)

• Career and Technical Education (CTE): Hendry County secondary schools and district programs report CTE pathways aligned with Florida’s credentialing and workforce priorities (agriculture, mechanics/transportation, health-related tracks, and other career academies are common in similar rural Florida districts). Program listings and credentials are documented through Hendry County Schools and Florida CTE reporting at FDOE: FDOE Career & Technical Education.
• Advanced Placement (AP) and acceleration: Florida districts typically offer AP and other acceleration mechanisms (dual enrollment and industry certification acceleration). Participation and performance indicators are summarized in school report cards and accountability datasets: FDOE Accountability Reporting.
  Proxy note: Specific course catalogs vary by campus and year; district/school publications provide the definitive list of current offerings.

School safety measures and counseling resources

Florida requires standardized safety planning and reporting across districts, including threat assessment processes, emergency drills, and coordinated safety infrastructure. District-specific safety information, including school safety policies and mental/behavioral health resources, is typically posted by the district and aligned to state requirements described by the FDOE Safe Schools framework. Counseling and student services staffing and contacts are commonly published at the school level through district directories and student services pages.

Employment and Economic Conditions

Unemployment rate (most recent year available)

The most current official unemployment statistics for Hendry County are published by the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics (LAUS) and Florida’s labor market program. Annual averages and monthly rates are available via:

• BLS Local Area Unemployment Statistics (LAUS)
• FloridaCommerce Labor Market Information
  Proxy note: A single “most recent year” figure is not embedded here because LAUS updates monthly; the latest annual average is best taken directly from the BLS/FloridaCommerce release at time of use.

Major industries and employment sectors

Hendry County’s employment base is concentrated in:

• Agriculture and related processing (sugarcane, vegetables, cattle, nurseries; food manufacturing/processing and support services)
• Public administration and education (county government, schools)
• Health care and social assistance
• Retail trade and local services
• Transportation/warehousing and construction (including farm-to-market logistics and regional building trades)
  Industry composition and employment counts by sector are available through BLS Quarterly Census of Employment and Wages (QCEW) and FloridaCommerce county industry tables.

Common occupations and workforce breakdown

Occupational patterns reflect the industry mix, with relatively higher representation in:

• Farming, fishing, and forestry; transportation and material moving
• Production and installation/maintenance/repair
• Office/administrative support, education, healthcare support, and sales/service roles
  County occupational employment estimates and wages are available through BLS Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS) (published for areas and regions; county-level availability varies by release and disclosure).

Commuting patterns and mean commute time

• Mean travel time to work and commuting mode (drive alone/carpool/public transit/work from home) are reported by the ACS and are accessible through ACS commuting tables on data.census.gov.
• The county’s rural settlement pattern and limited fixed-route transit generally correspond to high private-vehicle reliance and commuting flows to nearby employment centers (notably Lee and Collier counties) for specialized healthcare, construction, and service-sector jobs.

Local employment vs. out-of-county work

ACS “place of work” and commuting-flow information indicates the share of residents working inside Hendry County versus commuting to other counties. These indicators are available via ACS county commuting/flow tables on data.census.gov.
Proxy note: Hendry County typically exhibits a measurable out-commuting share due to proximity to larger coastal job markets, balanced by local agricultural and public-sector employment.

Housing and Real Estate

Homeownership rate and rental share

Owner-occupied versus renter-occupied housing shares are reported by the ACS (most recent 5-year). County housing tenure tables are available at data.census.gov (ACS housing tenure).
Context: Hendry County’s rural character and prevalence of single-family parcels generally support a higher owner-occupancy tendency than dense urban counties, alongside renter demand in Clewiston/LaBelle and agricultural workforce housing.

Median property values and recent trends

• Median value of owner-occupied housing units (ACS) is available from ACS median home value tables.
• For market trends (sales-based, near-real-time), Florida local-market reporting is commonly referenced through county-level summaries from the Florida Realtors Research & Statistics program (coverage may be in multi-county market areas).
  Proxy note: Like much of Florida, Hendry County experienced broad price appreciation during 2020–2022 followed by slower growth and higher interest-rate sensitivity; precise recent-year medians vary by data source (ACS vs. sales-market measures).

Typical rent prices

• Median gross rent (ACS) is available via ACS rent tables on data.census.gov.
  Context: Rents are generally below major coastal metro levels but can be constrained by limited multifamily inventory and workforce housing demand.

Types of housing (structure and land pattern)

ACS structure-type tables typically show Hendry County dominated by:

• Single-family detached homes and manufactured housing in rural areas
• Smaller clusters of apartments and attached units in LaBelle and Clewiston
• Rural lots/acreage with agricultural adjacency and dispersed road networks
  These distributions are available through ACS housing structure-type tables.

Neighborhood characteristics (proximity to schools/amenities)

• LaBelle and Clewiston function as service hubs with closer access to schools, grocery, healthcare clinics, and civic facilities.
• Outside the main towns, many neighborhoods are low-density with longer drive times to schools and daily services; this pattern corresponds to higher vehicle dependence and larger parcel sizes.

Property tax overview (rates and typical cost)

• Hendry County property taxes are administered by the Hendry County Property Appraiser and the Hendry County Tax Collector, with millage rates set by taxing authorities (county, school board, municipalities, special districts). Official tax and assessment references are available through the county offices and the Florida Department of Revenue’s property tax oversight materials: Florida Department of Revenue — Property Tax.
• Typical effective property tax rates in Florida commonly fall around the low–mid 1% range of taxable value, varying by exemptions (homestead), municipality, and special districts.
  Proxy note: A single countywide “average homeowner tax bill” is not stated here because taxable value depends heavily on exemptions and assessed value caps; the most accurate figure is derived from local TRIM notices and the county tax estimator tools where available.