Bench SC002660, US 192 at Dunkin/Dollar Tree

Description

Westbound US 192 at the Dunkin’/Dollar Tree in between Grape Ave & Eastern Ave in St. Cloud.

The bus stop bench is located on the westbound side of US 192 / Irlo Bronson Memorial Highway in between Grape Avenue and Eastern Avenue, directly in front of Dunkin’ and Dollar Tree 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, positioned between Grape Ave and Eastern Ave, with excellent visibility to drivers (including tourists from nearby attractions/hotels), LYNX bus riders (transit frequent along US 192), and customers at Dunkin’ and Dollar Tree (high vehicle/foot turnover for coffee/snacks and discount essentials). It’s a convenient quick-stop zone 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

Dunkin’
Dollar Tree
St. Cloud Veterinary Clinic
Classic Collision
Health Department
Confessions of the Hand
Friendship Baptist Church
Other: Residential neighborhoods, ponds/wetlands, and local spots; denser retail east near Narcoossee Rd.

This spot supports quick coffee/snacks, discount shopping, auto/vet services, and everyday needs with consistent local and commuter traffic.

Traffic Counts

Segment	AADT	Year
US 192 near Grape Ave / Eastern Ave 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 Grape Ave and Eastern Ave; 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 coffee/snacks, discount retail, auto/vet services, and everyday shopping—ideal for convenience, food, discount, or local services messaging.