Ferry Pass, Florida facts for kids
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Ferry Pass, 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 | 21.13 sq mi (54.71 km2) |
| • Land | 13.91 sq mi (36.02 km2) |
| • Water | 7.22 sq mi (18.70 km2) |
| Elevation | 131 ft (40 m) |
| Population
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| • Total | 29,921 |
| • Density | 2,151.51/sq mi (830.72/km2) |
| Time zone | UTC-6 (Central (CST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-5 (CDT) |
| ZIP Code |
32514
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| FIPS code | 12-22275 |
| GNIS feature ID | 0282438 |
Ferry Pass is a special kind of community in Escambia County, Florida. It's called a census-designated place (CDP). This means it's an area that looks like a town but isn't officially a city.
Ferry Pass is a main part of the Pensacola area. It is located just north of the city of Pensacola. In 2020, about 29,921 people lived there. This was a bit more than the 28,921 people counted in 2010. The University of West Florida is in Ferry Pass. It is the only university in the Pensacola area.
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Where is Ferry Pass Located?
Ferry Pass is found at coordinates 30.512395 degrees North and -87.201491 degrees West.
Land and Water Area
The total area of Ferry Pass is about 54.3 square kilometers (21.0 square miles). A large part of this area is water. About 36.1 square kilometers (13.9 square miles) is land. The remaining 18.2 square kilometers (7.0 square miles) is water. This water area includes a section of Escambia Bay.
Community Boundaries
Ferry Pass has clear borders. To the north, you'll find Greenbriar Boulevard. To the west, it borders Ensley. The city of Pensacola is to the south. To the east, Ferry Pass meets Escambia Bay.
Who Lives in Ferry Pass?
Let's look at how the population of Ferry Pass has grown over the years.
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| Census | Pop. | %± | |
| 1980 | 16,910 | — | |
| 1990 | 26,301 | 55.5% | |
| 2000 | 27,176 | 3.3% | |
| 2010 | 28,921 | 6.4% | |
| 2020 | 29,921 | 3.5% | |
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In 2000, there were 27,176 people living in Ferry Pass. They lived in 11,569 homes. About 6,686 of these were families. The population density was about 1,930 people per square mile.
Diversity in the Community
The people living in Ferry Pass come from many backgrounds. In 2000, most residents were White (83.79%). About 10.60% were African American. Other groups included Native American (0.61%) and Asian (1.90%). About 2.72% of the population identified as Hispanic or Latino.
Households and Families
Many different types of households make up Ferry Pass. In 2000, 23.3% of homes had children under 18. About 44.4% were married couples. Some homes (10.7%) had a female head of household without a husband. About 32.7% of all homes were individuals living alone.
Age Groups
The population of Ferry Pass includes people of all ages. In 2000:
- 18.3% were under 18 years old.
- 13.9% were between 18 and 24 years old.
- 28.7% were between 25 and 44 years old.
- 21.5% were between 45 and 64 years old.
- 17.6% were 65 years or older.
The average age of people in Ferry Pass was 37 years.
Learning and Schools
Ferry Pass is part of the Escambia County School District. This school district manages all public schools in Escambia County.
Higher Education Opportunities
The University of West Florida is a major part of the community. It is located in the northern area of Ferry Pass. This university offers many programs for students who want to continue their education after high school.
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