Flagler Estates, Florida facts for kids
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Flagler Estates, Florida
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| Country |  United States |
| State |  Florida |
| County | St. Johns |
| Area | |
| • Total | 11.94 sq mi (30.92 km2) |
| • Land | 11.85 sq mi (30.69 km2) |
| • Water | 0.07 sq mi (0.27 km2) 0.87% |
| Population
(2020)
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| • Total | 3,540 |
| • Density | 298.73/sq mi (115.35/km2) |
| Time zone | UTC-5 (Eastern (EST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-4 (EDT) |
| ZIP Code |
32145
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| Area code(s) | 904 |
| FIPS code | 12-22560 |
| GNIS feature ID | 2583341 |
Flagler Estates is a community in St. Johns County, Florida. It is a "census-designated place" (CDP), which means it's an area identified by the U.S. Census Bureau for statistical purposes. It is not an officially incorporated town or city.
Flagler Estates is located about 8 miles (13 km) southeast of Hastings. It shares a border with Flagler County to the south. In 2020, about 3,540 people lived here. This community is part of the larger Jacksonville Metropolitan Area.
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Where is Flagler Estates Located?
Flagler Estates covers an area of about 11.94 square miles (30.92 km²). A small part of this area, about 0.87%, is covered by water. The main way to enter the community is from State Road 13 onto Flagler Estates Boulevard.
This area is known for its large residential lots. Most lots are about 1.13 acres (4,570 m²) in size. Even though Flagler Estates is quite spread out, the closest services like stores and hospitals are in Palatka. To get there, you need to cross the St. Johns River.
A river called Deep Creek flows through the middle of Flagler Estates. About 2.4 miles (3.9 km) east of the area, you can find Old Brick Road. This road is a historic site listed on the U.S. National Register of Historic Places.
Who Lives in Flagler Estates?
| Historical population | |||
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| Census | Pop. | %± | |
| 2010 | 3,215 | — | |
| 2020 | 3,540 | 10.1% | |
| U.S. Decennial Census | |||
According to the 2020 United States Census, there were 3,540 people living in Flagler Estates. There were 1,439 households and 951 families.
Here are some interesting facts about the people living there:
- About 1.7% of the population were under 5 years old.
- About 28.0% were under 18 years old.
- About 10.0% were 65 years and older.
- About 48.1% of the population were female.
Most people in Flagler Estates are White. There are also people from other racial backgrounds, including African American and Native American. About 7.2% of the population identifies as Hispanic or Latino.
The average household income in Flagler Estates was around $59,875. About 16% of the people lived below the poverty threshold. This included about 24.3% of those under 18 and 14.5% of those over 65. Most adults (84.4%) had a high school degree or higher. About 13.5% of adults had a bachelor's degree or higher. Also, 8.6% of the population were military veterans.
How Land is Used in Flagler Estates
The land in Flagler Estates is mostly used for homes, with each property being around 1.25 acres (5,060 m²). Outside the main community, on the east side, the land is mostly used for growing trees (silviculture). On the west side, it's mainly used for farming (agriculture).
In the part of the area that extends into Flagler County, the land use is a mix of tree farming, agriculture, and wetlands. About 60% of this specific area is considered wetland.
Schools in Flagler Estates
Children living in Flagler Estates attend schools in the St. Johns County School District.
The schools that students are assigned to are:
- South Woods Elementary School
- Gamble Rogers Middle School
- Pedro Menendez High School
See also
In Spanish: Flagler Estates para niños
