Citrus Springs, Florida facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
Citrus Springs
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The gateway to Citrus Springs on the west side of US 41
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Location in Citrus County and the state of Florida
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| Country |  United States |
| State |  Florida |
| County | Citrus |
| Government | |
| • Type | Unelected Council Government |
| • Body | Citrus Springs Advisory Council |
| Area | |
| • Total | 21.15 sq mi (54.77 km2) |
| • Land | 21.15 sq mi (54.77 km2) |
| • Water | 0.00 sq mi (0.00 km2) |
| Elevation | 95 ft (29 m) |
| Population
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| • Total | 10,246 |
| • Density | 484.54/sq mi (187.08/km2) |
| Time zone | UTC-5 (Eastern (EST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-4 (EDT) |
| ZIP codes |
34433-34434
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| Area code(s) | 352 |
| FIPS code | 12-12450 |
| GNIS feature ID | 0304634 |
Citrus Springs is a special kind of community in Citrus County, Florida, United States. It's called a census-designated place (CDP), which means it's an area that the government counts for population, but it's not officially a city or town with its own local government. In 2020, about 10,246 people lived here. This was a jump from 8,622 people in 2010, showing that more and more people are choosing to live in Citrus Springs. It's also part of the larger Homosassa Springs, Florida area.
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Where is Citrus Springs?
Citrus Springs is located in the northern part of Citrus County. You can find it at these coordinates: 28°59′37″N 82°27′42″W / 28.99361°N 82.46167°W. It shares borders with Pine Ridge to the south and Hernando to the east.
Main Roads and Nearby Towns
A big road called U.S. Route 41 (also known as North Florida Avenue) goes right through Citrus Springs. This road can take you about 15 miles (24 km) southeast to Inverness, which is the main city of Citrus County. If you head north on US 41 for about 3 miles (5 km), you'll reach Dunnellon in Marion County.
Land Area
The United States Census Bureau says that Citrus Springs covers a total area of about 21.15 square miles (54.8 square kilometers). All of this area is land, meaning there are no large lakes or rivers within its borders.
Who Lives in Citrus Springs?
The number of people living in Citrus Springs has grown a lot over the years.
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| Census | Pop. | %± | |
| 1990 | 2,213 | — | |
| 2000 | 4,157 | 87.8% | |
| 2010 | 8,622 | 107.4% | |
| 2020 | 10,246 | 18.8% | |
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In 2000, there were 4,157 people living in Citrus Springs. Most of the people living here were White, but there were also people from many other backgrounds, including African American, Native American, and Asian. About 5.46% of the population was of Hispanic or Latino origin.
Age and Families
The average age of people in Citrus Springs in 2000 was 54 years old. This means many older adults live here. About 18% of the population was under 18 years old. Most households were made up of married couples living together.
A Look at Citrus Springs' Past
Citrus Springs was created by a group called the Mackle Brothers. They were famous for building many communities in Florida. They planned for Citrus Springs to have over 34,000 homes! You can even see their name hidden in a street name: Elkcam Boulevard is "Mackle" spelled backward.
Schools in the Area
Citrus Springs has two elementary schools: Citrus Springs Elementary School and Central Ridge Elementary School. There's also one middle school, Citrus Springs Middle School. There are plans to build a large high school campus with a public park in the future, but it's not being built right now.
Mining History
Long ago, Phosphate mining was a very important industry in Citrus County, including the area where Citrus Springs is now. Phosphate is a mineral used to make fertilizers. This mining continued until the end of World War II. Many old, unused mines can still be found in the area, especially near the Withlacoochee River. One of Citrus Springs' golf courses, El Diablo, is even built on some of these old mining lands.
The Withlacoochee State Trail
A cool feature in Citrus Springs is the Withlacoochee State Trail. This is a long bike path, about 46 miles (74 km) long. It used to be old railroad lines that were built in the early 1900s. Now, it's a great place for biking and walking, and it runs right through Citrus Springs, sometimes next to US 41.
Schools in Citrus Springs
The schools in Citrus Springs are part of the Citrus County Schools system. Kids living in the area go to either Citrus Springs Elementary or Central Ridge Elementary. All students then go to Citrus Springs Middle School. For high school, students might go to Citrus High School, Crystal River High School, or Lecanto High School, depending on where they live in the community.
See also
In Spanish: Citrus Springs para niños
