Belleview, Florida facts for kids
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Belleview, Florida
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| City of Belleview | |
Old Belleview School, now the City Hall
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| Motto(s):
"City with Small Town Charm"
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Location in Marion County and the state of Florida
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| Country |  United States |
| State |  Florida |
| County | Marion |
| Incorporated | May 8, 1885 |
| Government | |
| • Type | Mayor–Commission |
| Area | |
| • Total | 3.96 sq mi (10.25 km2) |
| • Land | 3.95 sq mi (10.24 km2) |
| • Water | 0.00 sq mi (0.01 km2) |
| Elevation | 79 ft (24 m) |
| Population
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| • Total | 5,413 |
| • Density | 1,369.69/sq mi (528.85/km2) |
| Time zone | UTC-5 (Eastern (EST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-4 (EDT) |
| ZIP codes |
34420-34421
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| Area code(s) | 352 |
| FIPS code | 12-05375 |
| GNIS feature ID | 0278456 |
Belleview is a city located in Marion County, Florida, in the United States. In 2020, about 5,400 people lived there. This was more than the 4,500 people who lived there in 2010. Belleview is part of the larger Ocala area. Its name comes from French words meaning "beautiful view". Belleview's motto is "City with Small Town Charm".
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History of Belleview
A post office opened in Belleview in 1883. The city officially became a town on May 8, 1885.
Geography of Belleview
Belleview is in the southern part of Marion County. Important roads like U.S. Routes 27, 301, and 441 go through the middle of the city.
These roads connect Belleview to other places:
- Routes 27, 301, and 441 go northwest about 10 miles (16 km) to Ocala, which is the main city of the county.
- Routes 27 and 441 go southeast about 22 miles (35 km) to Leesburg.
- Route 301 goes south about 13 miles (21 km) to Wildwood.
The United States Census Bureau says that Belleview covers about 4 square miles (10.4 square kilometers). Only a very small part of this area is water.
Population and People
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| Census | Pop. | %± | |
| 1890 | 130 | — | |
| 1900 | 137 | 5.4% | |
| 1910 | 190 | 38.7% | |
| 1920 | 237 | 24.7% | |
| 1930 | 400 | 68.8% | |
| 1940 | 433 | 8.3% | |
| 1950 | 595 | 37.4% | |
| 1960 | 864 | 45.2% | |
| 1970 | 916 | 6.0% | |
| 1980 | 1,913 | 108.8% | |
| 1990 | 2,666 | 39.4% | |
| 2000 | 3,478 | 30.5% | |
| 2010 | 4,492 | 29.2% | |
| 2020 | 5,413 | 20.5% | |
| U.S. Decennial Census | |||
The population of Belleview has grown a lot over the years. In 1890, only 130 people lived here. By 2020, the population had grown to 5,413 people.
Who Lives in Belleview?
The city is home to many different people. Here's a look at the different groups living in Belleview based on the 2010 and 2020 census:
| Group | Number in 2010 | Number in 2020 | Percent in 2010 | Percent in 2020 |
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| White (not Hispanic) | 3,513 | 3,745 | 78.21% | 69.19% |
| Black or African American (not Hispanic) | 230 | 312 | 5.12% | 5.76% |
| Native American or Alaska Native (not Hispanic) | 20 | 9 | 0.45% | 0.17% |
| Asian (not Hispanic) | 51 | 50 | 1.14% | 0.92% |
| Pacific Islander or Native Hawaiian (not Hispanic) | 2 | 5 | 0.04% | 0.09% |
| Other races (not Hispanic) | 11 | 26 | 0.24% | 0.48% |
| Two or more races (not Hispanic) | 71 | 285 | 1.58% | 5.27% |
| Hispanic or Latino (any race) | 594 | 981 | 13.22% | 18.12% |
| Total People | 4,492 | 5,413 | 100.00% | 100.00% |
In 2020, there were 5,413 people living in Belleview. These people lived in 2,052 households, and 1,342 of these were families.
Schools in Belleview
The schools in Belleview are part of the Marion County Public Schools district. Students in Belleview can attend these schools:
- Belleview High School
- Belleview Middle School
- Belleview Elementary School
- Belleview-Santos Elementary School
See also
In Spanish: Belleview (Florida) para niños
