Bench SC002610, US 192 at Wawa

Description

Westbound US 192 in front of Wawa in St. Cloud.

The bus stop bench is located on the westbound side of US 192 / Irlo Bronson Memorial Highway in front of Wawa in St. Cloud, FL (Osceola County, ZIP 34769). This is a high-traffic commercial corridor along US 192, a primary east-west route serving commuters, tourists, and locals connecting Kissimmee to St. Cloud and further toward Melbourne area. The bench faces westbound traffic heading west toward Kissimmee. It benefits from strong visibility to drivers, LYNX bus riders, and customers. It’s a practical everyday stop in St. Cloud with steady commuter and local flow, about 5–10 miles east of Kissimmee and 20–25 miles south of Orlando.

Nearest Businesses

Wawa
Publix Super Market at Narcoossee Shops
Winn-Dixie
AutoZone Auto Parts
Chipotle Mexican Grill
Culver’s
Taco Bell
Starling Chevrolet GMC
Hickory Tree Dental Care
Starbucks
ALDI
Mattress Firm Outlet
Mister Car Wash
Tuffy Tire & Auto
D’s Ace Hardware
Other: Small services, residential areas, and local spots; denser retail west toward Kissimmee.

This spot supports convenience/gas, grocery, quick food, auto services, and everyday needs with high local resident and commuter traffic.

Traffic Counts

Segment	AADT	Year
US 192 / Old Hickory Tree Rd area	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 (high for major highway corridor), generating tens of thousands of views (driver/passenger sightlines, bus dwell time, repeats from commuters/shoppers). Westbound targets traffic toward Kissimmee and beyond.
Trends: High volumes with growth from tourism/residential development; congestion common at intersections like Old Hickory Tree Rd; includes trucks and commuter vehicles. Peaks during rush hours, weekends, and tourist seasons.

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 convenience/gas, grocery, dining, and retail—ideal for convenience, fuel, quick food, or local services messaging.