Gulf Stream, Florida facts for kids
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Gulf Stream, Florida
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| Town of Gulf Stream | |
Location of Gulf Stream, Florida
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| Country |  United States |
| State |  Florida |
| County |  Palm Beach |
| Incorporated | 1925 |
| Government | |
| • Type | Commissioner-Manager |
| Area | |
| • Total | 0.90 sq mi (2.32 km2) |
| • Land | 0.79 sq mi (2.03 km2) |
| • Water | 0.11 sq mi (0.29 km2) |
| Elevation | 7 ft (2 m) |
| Population
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| • Total | 954 |
| • Density | 1,215.29/sq mi (469.23/km2) |
| Time zone | UTC-5 (Eastern (EST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-4 (EDT) |
| ZIP code |
33483
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| Area code(s) | 561, 728 |
| FIPS code | 12-28275 |
| GNIS feature ID | 0283500 |
Gulf Stream is a small town located in Palm Beach County, Florida, in the United States. It is part of the larger Miami metropolitan area in South Florida. In 2020, the town had a population of 954 people.
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History of Gulf Stream
Gulf Stream was created in the 1920s. It was planned as a community built around the Gulf Stream County Club. The town gets its name from the Gulf Stream, which is a warm ocean current in the Atlantic Ocean. Gulf Stream officially became a town in 1925.
Geography of the Town
The Town of Gulf Stream is located at 26°29′25″N 80°3′40″W / 26.49028°N 80.06111°W. This is about 26.49 degrees North and 80.06 degrees West.
The United States Census Bureau reports that the town covers about 0.9 square miles (2.32 square kilometers) in total. Most of this area, about 0.8 square miles (2.03 square kilometers), is land. The remaining 0.1 square miles (0.29 square kilometers), or about 9.64%, is water.
Climate in Gulf Stream
Gulf Stream has a tropical climate. This is similar to the weather found in many parts of the Caribbean. It is one of the only places in the 48 connected states that has this type of climate. Specifically, it usually has a tropical savanna climate (called Aw in the Köppen climate classification). It is also very close to having a tropical monsoon climate (called Am).
Population and People
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| Census | Pop. | %± | |
| 1940 | 93 | — | |
| 1950 | 163 | 75.3% | |
| 1960 | 176 | 8.0% | |
| 1970 | 408 | 131.8% | |
| 1980 | 475 | 16.4% | |
| 1990 | 690 | 45.3% | |
| 2000 | 716 | 3.8% | |
| 2010 | 786 | 9.8% | |
| 2020 | 954 | 21.4% | |
| U.S. Decennial Census | |||
The population of Gulf Stream has grown over the years. In 1940, there were only 93 people. By 2020, the population had increased to 954.
Population Changes: 2010 and 2020
The table below shows the different groups of people living in Gulf Stream. It separates people by race, not including those of Hispanic or Latino background in the racial categories.
| Race | Pop 2010 | Pop 2020 | % 2010 | % 2020 |
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| White (NH) | 740 | 889 | 94.15% | 93.19% |
| Black or African American (NH) | 2 | 1 | 0.25% | 0.10% |
| Native American or Alaska Native (NH) | 0 | 1 | 0.00% | 0.10% |
| Asian (NH) | 5 | 8 | 0.64% | 0.84% |
| Pacific Islander or Native Hawaiian (NH) | 0 | 1 | 0.00% | 0.10% |
| Some other race (NH) | 4 | 1 | 0.51% | 0.10% |
| Two or more races/Multiracial (NH) | 1 | 3 | 0.13% | 0.31% |
| Hispanic or Latino (any race) | 34 | 50 | 4.33% | 5.24% |
| Total | 786 | 954 |
In 2020, there were 954 people living in Gulf Stream. These people lived in 386 households, and 270 of these were families. In 2010, there were 786 people, 332 households, and 234 families.
Education in the Town
The Gulf Stream School is a private school located right in Gulf Stream. It was started in 1938. This school teaches both boys and girls from pre-kindergarten all the way up to eighth grade.
Notable People from Gulf Stream
Many interesting people have lived in or are connected to Gulf Stream:
- Kevin Anderson is a professional tennis player.
- Andrew N. "Drew" Baur was a co-owner and treasurer for the St. Louis Cardinals baseball team for many years.
- Robert Craft was a famous conductor and music expert.
- Tomas Maier is a well-known fashion designer. He was the creative director for the brand Bottega Veneta.
- Christopher O'Hare is an artist and sculptor.
See also
In Spanish: Gulf Stream (Florida) para niños
