Altamonte Springs, Florida facts for kids
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Altamonte Springs
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Skyline of Altamonte Springs viewed from Interstate 4, with the unfinished Majesty Building in the background.
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Location of Altamonte Springs in Seminole County, Florida.
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 Altamonte Springs, Florida
Location in Florida
Altamonte Springs, Florida
Location in the United States
Altamonte Springs, Florida
Location in North America
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| Country |  United States |
| State |  Florida |
| County | Seminole |
| Settled | c. 1870 |
| Incorporated | November 11, 1920 |
| Government | |
| • Type | Commission–Manager |
| Area | |
| • Total | 9.70 sq mi (25.13 km2) |
| • Land | 9.10 sq mi (23.57 km2) |
| • Water | 0.60 sq mi (1.56 km2) |
| Elevation | 79 ft (24 m) |
| Population
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| • Total | 46,231 |
| • Density | 5,080.89/sq mi (1,961.72/km2) |
| Time zone | UTC−5 (Eastern (EST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC−4 (EDT) |
| ZIP Codes |
32701, 32707, 32714, 32730, 32751
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| Area codes | 407 and 689 |
| FIPS code | 12-00950 |
| GNIS feature ID | 2403089 |
| Website | www.altamonte.org |
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Altamonte Springs is a city in Seminole County, Florida, United States. It's a suburban area located north of Orlando. In 2020, about 46,231 people lived there.
The first European person to settle in this area was Dr. Washington Kilmer around 1870. He named the place Altamonte. Later, in 1882, a company called the Altamonte Land, Hotel and Navigation Company gave the area its current name: Altamonte Springs. The city officially became a town on November 11, 1920, after residents voted for it.
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Geography
Altamonte Springs is located at about 28.66 degrees North and 81.39 degrees West.
The city covers a total area of about 9.4 square miles (24.5 square kilometers). Most of this area, about 8.9 square miles (23.1 square kilometers), is land. The rest, about 0.6 square miles (1.5 square kilometers), is water.
Climate
The weather in Altamonte Springs has hot and humid summers. The winters are usually mild. This type of weather is known as a humid subtropical climate.
Population and People
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| Census | Pop. | %± | |
| 1920 | 441 | — | |
| 1930 | 281 | −36.3% | |
| 1940 | 551 | 96.1% | |
| 1950 | 858 | 55.7% | |
| 1960 | 1,212 | 41.3% | |
| 1970 | 4,391 | 262.3% | |
| 1980 | 22,028 | 401.7% | |
| 1990 | 34,879 | 58.3% | |
| 2000 | 41,200 | 18.1% | |
| 2010 | 41,496 | 0.7% | |
| 2020 | 46,231 | 11.4% | |
| U.S. Decennial Census 2018 Estimate |
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How the Population Has Changed
The number of people living in Altamonte Springs has grown a lot over the years. In 1920, there were only 441 people. By 2020, the population had grown to 46,231.
Who Lives in Altamonte Springs?
In 2020, there were 46,231 people living in Altamonte Springs. These people lived in 19,732 households.
The city is home to people from many different backgrounds:
| Group | % in 2010 | % in 2020 |
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| White (not Hispanic) | 57.06% | 45.21% |
| Black or African American (not Hispanic) | 12.74% | 15.23% |
| Asian (not Hispanic) | 3.27% | 3.53% |
| Two or more races (not Hispanic) | 2.11% | 4.49% |
| Hispanic or Latino (any race) | 24.26% | 30.64% |
| Other groups (not Hispanic) | 0.56% | 0.90% |
| Total | 100.00% | 100.00% |
Education
The public schools in Altamonte Springs are part of Seminole County Public Schools.
Schools in Altamonte Springs
The city has several schools for different age groups:
- 4 public elementary schools (for grades K-5)
- 2 public middle schools (for grades 6-8)
- 2 public high schools (for grades 9-12)
Altamonte Springs also has a branch of Seminole State College of Florida. Many people in Altamonte Springs have gone to college. The city is also close to the University of Central Florida and Rollins College.
Elementary Schools
- Altamonte Elementary School
- Forest City Elementary School
- Lake Orienta Elementary School
- Spring Lake Elementary School
Middle Schools
- Milwee Middle School
- Teague Middle School
High Schools
- Lake Brantley High School
- Lyman High School
Private Schools
- Altamonte Christian School
- Annunciation Catholic Academy
- Forest Lake Academy
- Forest Lake Education Center
- Pace Brantley Hall School
- Saint Mary Magdalen School
Colleges
- Everglades University
- Seminole State College of Florida
City Library
The Altamonte Springs City Library has been helping residents since 1960. It has a collection of 44,000 items like books and movies.
The city announced that the library would close on August 31, 2024, because of rising costs. Residents will be able to use the Seminole County Public Library instead. However, many residents have spoken up, saying the library is very important to the city and should stay open.
Community Life
Cranes Roost Park and Uptown Altamonte
The area around Cranes Roost Park and Cranes Roost Lake is the heart of Altamonte Springs. This area is near Interstate 4, which is a major highway in Central Florida.
A new town center called 'Uptown Altamonte' has opened here. It's the main business area of the city. Cranes Roost at Uptown Altamonte has a cool water fountain that dances to music.
This city center has apartment buildings and shops. The park area is used for weddings, festivals, and city holidays. It's a popular spot for people from Altamonte Springs and nearby towns.
The area also has the Altamonte Mall, which is a large indoor shopping mall with many stores and an 18-screen movie theater. You can find many restaurants near the mall too.
Special Events
Since 1995, Altamonte Springs has hosted the "Red, Hot, & Boom" fireworks festival every July 3rd. This event celebrates Independence Day. It features music from famous entertainers and a huge fireworks show with over 15,000 fireworks. It's Central Florida's biggest Independence Day celebration, drawing about 200,000 people each year.
Parks and Fun Activities
Parks and Events
- A Petrified Forest (Halloween Event)
- Bird Watchers Wanted
- Cranes Roost
- Earth Day Event
- Hermits Trail & Turnbull Ave
- Jr. Rangers Program
- Lake Lotus Nature Park
- Lake Orienta Public Boat Ramp
- Red, Hot, and Boom (Fourth of July Event)
- Sunshine Park
Recreation Areas
- Eastmonte
- Lake Brantley Sports Complex
- Merrill Park
- Westmonte
- Winwood Park
Getting Around
Airports
Most people flying to or from Altamonte Springs use Orlando International Airport. It's about 30 minutes south of the city. Orlando Sanford International Airport is another option, about 25 minutes north. For smaller planes, Orlando Executive Airport is about 20 minutes south.
Bus Service
Altamonte Springs has local bus service provided by Lynx. These buses travel throughout the three counties in the Orlando area.
Train Service
Altamonte Springs is served by SunRail, which is Central Florida's commuter train system. The train station opened on May 1, 2014.
Healthcare
The main hospital in Altamonte Springs is AdventHealth Altamonte Springs.
Famous People from Altamonte Springs
Many well-known people have lived in or are from Altamonte Springs:
- Lauren Boebert, a member of the U.S. House of Representatives
- Blake Bortles, a former professional football quarterback
- Nathaniel Jeremiah Bradlee, an architect
- Selwyn Carrol, a member of the Alaska House of Representatives
- Chris DiMarco, a professional golfer
- Patrick DiMarco, a professional football fullback
- Danielle Fotopoulos, a soccer coach and former player
- Nick Franklin, a professional baseball player
- John Gast, a former professional baseball pitcher
- Ashleigh Gnat, a gymnast
- Benjamin F. Haines, an attorney and politician
- Charles Delemere Haines, a businessman and politician
- Alcee Hastings, a judge and politician
- Hedy Lamarr, a famous actress
- Kam Lee, a musician
- Mark Lewis, a professional arena football kicker
- Daniel Rosario, a Puerto Rican soccer player
- Rick Rozz, a musician
- Chuck Schuldiner, a musician
- Anfernee Simons, a professional basketball player
- Jennifer Sullivan, a member of the Florida House of Representatives
- Rickie Weeks Jr., a retired professional baseball player
- Ian Williams, a former professional football player
See also
In Spanish: Altamonte Springs para niños
