Bench SC002530, US 192 & Murcott Dr at Rocker Lockers

Description

Westbound US 192 & Murcott Dr in front of Rocker Lockers in St. Cloud.

The bus stop bench is located on the westbound side of US 192 / Irlo Bronson Memorial Highway at the intersection with Murcott Drive in front of Rocker Lockers 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 downtown St. Cloud and further toward Melbourne area. The bench faces westbound traffic heading west toward Kissimmee and The Florida Turnpike. It benefits from strong visibility to drivers, LYNX bus riders, and customers at surrounding retail. It’s a practical service/shopping stretch 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

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

This spot supports parcel services, auto, dental/health, grocery, dining, and home needs with consistent local and commuter traffic.

Traffic Counts

Segment	AADT	Year
US 192 / Rocker Lockers 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 Murcott Dr; 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 auto services, grocery, dining, and retail—ideal for parcel services, auto repair, grocery, food, or local services messaging.