Bench SC002020, US 192 across from Fairwinds Credit Union

Description

Eastbound 192/ Irlo Bronson Memorial Highway just before the canal entering St. Cloud.

The bus stop bench is located on the eastbound side of US 192 / Irlo Bronson Memorial Highway just before the canal entering St. Cloud, across from Fairwinds Credit Union in St. Cloud, FL (Osceola County, ZIP 34769). This is a high-traffic tourist/commercial corridor along US 192, a primary east-west route serving commuters, theme park visitors, and locals connecting Kissimmee/US-441 to downtown St. Cloud. The bench faces eastbound traffic heading east toward St. Cloud, benefits from strong visibility to drivers, LYNX bus riders, and local residents/shoppers in this transition zone from Kissimmee suburbs to St. Cloud downtown. It’s a gateway to St. Cloud, about 5–10 miles east of downtown Kissimmee and 20–25 miles south of Orlando.

Nearest Businesses

Fairwinds Credit Union
Home Depo
Chili’s Grill & Bar
Walmart Supercenter
Mister Car Wash
St. Cloud Village

This spot supports banking, home improvement, dining, and everyday shopping with consistent commuter and local traffic.

Traffic Counts

Segment	AADT	Year
US 192 / St. Cloud entry	45,000–55,000	2025
US 192 broader segments	40,000–50,000	2025
Nearby connectors	35,000–45,000	2025

Daily Impressions Potential: 45,000–55,000 vehicles daily, generating tens of thousands of views. Eastbound targets traffic toward St. Cloud and beyond.
Trends: High volumes with growth from residential/tourism expansion; congestion possible at canal bridge/intersections; includes trucks and commuter vehicles. Peaks during rush hours and weekends.

Demographics (ZIP 34769 – St. Cloud Area, immediate vicinity)

Latest from U.S. Census American Community Survey 2024 5-year estimates and 2026 projections:

Population: ~60,000–65,000 (2024 est.); projected ~68,000+ for 2026 (density ~2,000 per sq. mile in suburban pockets).
Age: Median ~40–42 years (family-oriented: strong under-18 and 35–54 groups).
Gender: ~49% male, ~51% female.
Race/Ethnicity: White (non-Hispanic) ~55–60%; Hispanic/Latino ~25–30% (growing Puerto Rican/other Latin influences); Black/African American ~10–12%; Asian ~3–5%; two or more/other ~5–8%.
Income and Economy: Median household income ~$65,000–$75,000; median individual ~$32,000–$38,000. Poverty rate ~10–12%. Top industries: retail, tourism/hospitality, construction, education. Unemployment ~3.5–5%; many commute to Orlando/theme parks (30–45 min average).
Households and Housing: Average size ~2.8–3.2; median home value ~$320,000–$360,000; median rent ~$1,500–$1,800/month. ~50% married/family households.
Education: ~25–30% with college degree or higher.

Diverse, family-oriented, growing area with a mix of local residents and commuter/tourist influence (English dominant, Spanish common). Residents use nearby retail, banking, and dining—ideal for retail, food, financial, or community ads.