Brent, Florida facts for kids
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Brent, Florida
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Location in Escambia County and the state of Florida
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| Country |  United States |
| State |  Florida |
| County | Escambia |
| Area | |
| • Total | 10.39 sq mi (26.91 km2) |
| • Land | 10.23 sq mi (26.49 km2) |
| • Water | 0.17 sq mi (0.43 km2) |
| Elevation | 112 ft (34 m) |
| Population
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| • Total | 23,447 |
| • Density | 2,292.66/sq mi (885.23/km2) |
| Time zone | UTC-6 (Central (CST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-5 (CDT) |
| ZIP code |
32503
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| Area code(s) | 850 |
| FIPS code | 12-08300 |
| GNIS feature ID | 279358 |
Brent is a community in Escambia County, Florida. It's known as a census-designated place (CDP). This means it's an area that looks like a town but isn't officially governed by its own city government.
In 2020, about 23,447 people lived in Brent. This was an increase from 21,804 people in 2010. Brent is an important part of the larger Pensacola-Ferry Pass-Brent, Florida Metropolitan Statistical Area. The community gets its name from Francis Celestino Brent. He was a key person in helping the nearby city of Pensacola grow and develop.
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Where is Brent Located?
Brent is found in the state of Florida. It is about 3 miles (5 km) northwest of Pensacola. The community sits about 112 feet (34 meters) above sea level.
The total area of Brent is about 10.5 square miles (27.3 square kilometers). Most of this area is land, about 10.2 square miles (26.9 square kilometers). A small part, about 0.17 square miles (0.4 square kilometers), is water.
Brent has clear boundaries. To the south, you'll find Fairfield Drive. The city of Pensacola is to the east. Interstate 10 (near Ensley) is to the north. To the west, you'll find Bellview.
Who Lives in Brent?
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| Census | Pop. | %± | |
| 1980 | 21,872 | — | |
| 1990 | 21,624 | −1.1% | |
| 2000 | 22,257 | 2.9% | |
| 2010 | 21,804 | −2.0% | |
| 2020 | 23,447 | 7.5% | |
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Let's look at how the population of Brent has changed over the years. In 1980, there were 21,872 people. By 2020, the population grew to 23,447.
What About Families?
In 2000, there were 7,008 households in Brent. A household means all the people living in one home. Out of these, 4,800 were families.
About 32.9% of households had children under 18 living there. Many households, 41.7%, were married couples living together. About 22.1% of homes had a female head of household with no husband present. Around 25.3% of all households were made up of just one person.
How Old Are People in Brent?
The people in Brent are of all different ages. In 2000, about 23.8% of the population was under 18 years old. This means many kids and teenagers live there.
About 24.1% of people were between 18 and 24 years old. Another 23.4% were between 25 and 44. People aged 45 to 64 made up 17.2%. Finally, 11.4% of the population was 65 years old or older. The average age in Brent was 27 years.
Learning in Brent
Students in Brent attend schools that are part of the Escambia County School District. This school district serves the entire county, providing education for all students in the area.
See also
In Spanish: Brent (Florida) para niños
