Avalon, Florida facts for kids
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Avalon, Florida
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Location of Avalon in Santa Rosa County, Florida.
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 Avalon, Florida
Location in Florida
Avalon, Florida
Location in the United States
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| Country | United States |
| State | Florida |
| County | Santa Rosa |
| Area | |
| • Total | 4.146 sq mi (10.74 km2) |
| • Land | 3.847 sq mi (9.96 km2) |
| • Water | 0.115 sq mi (0.299 km2) |
| Elevation | 10 ft (3 m) |
| Population
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| • Total | 722 |
| • Density | 174.14/sq mi (67.24/km2) |
| Time zone | UTC-6 (Central (CST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-5 (CDT) |
| ZIP code |
32583
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| Area code(s) | 850 |
| GNIS feature ID | 2629553 |
Avalon is a small community located in Santa Rosa County, Florida, United States. It is known as an unincorporated community. This means it does not have its own city government. Instead, the county government manages the area.
Avalon is also a census-designated place. This means the U.S. Census Bureau counts its population separately for official records. The area was first surveyed and mapped out for the Avalon Beach Company on September 19, 1925.
In 2020, 722 people lived in Avalon. This was an increase from 679 people in 2010. Avalon is part of the larger Pensacola metropolitan area. A major highway, Interstate 10, goes right through the community.
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Exploring Avalon's Location and Climate
Where is Avalon Located?
Avalon covers an area of about 4.146 square miles (10.74 square kilometers). Most of this area, about 3.847 square miles (9.96 square kilometers), is land. The rest, about 0.299 square miles (0.77 square kilometers), is water.
What's the Weather Like in Avalon?
Avalon has a rainy season that usually starts in May or June. It typically ends in October. The average temperature in Avalon is around 70°F (21°C). The land in Avalon has small hills and little ponds, making it a pretty place.
Understanding Avalon's Population Growth
How Many People Live in Avalon?
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| Census | Pop. | %± | |
| 2010 | 679 | — | |
| 2020 | 722 | 6.3% | |
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Avalon is a community that is growing. Its population has increased by 63.39% since the 2020 census. Currently, the number of people living in Avalon is growing by about 10.8% each year.
See also
In Spanish: Avalon (Florida) para niños
