Indian Shores, Florida facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
Indian Shores, Florida
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| Town of Indian Shores | |
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Indian Shores Municipal Center on May 6, 2013
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| Motto(s):
"A Great Place To Live "
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Location of Indian Shores in Pinellas County, Florida
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| Country |  United States |
| State |  Florida |
| County | Pinellas |
| Settled (Indian Rocks Beach South Shore) | 1883 |
| Settled (Town of Indian Rocks Beach South Shore) | September 16, 1949 |
| Incorporated (Town of Indian Shores) |
August 14, 1973 |
| Government | |
| • Type | Mayor-Council |
| Area | |
| • Total | 0.97 sq mi (2.50 km2) |
| • Land | 0.33 sq mi (0.86 km2) |
| • Water | 0.63 sq mi (1.64 km2) |
| Elevation | 3 ft (1 m) |
| Population
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| • Total | 1,190 |
| • Density | 3,562.87/sq mi (1,376.37/km2) |
| Time zone | UTC-5 (Eastern (EST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-4 (EDT) |
| ZIP code |
33785
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| Area code(s) | 727 |
| FIPS code | 12-33675 |
| GNIS feature ID | 0284536 |
Indian Shores is a lovely town located in Pinellas County, Florida, in the United States. It's part of a bigger area called the Tampa Bay Area. In 2020, about 1,190 people lived here.
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Where is Indian Shores Located?
Indian Shores is found at these coordinates: 27°51′2″N 82°50′36″W / 27.85056°N 82.84333°W. It is a beautiful beachfront community. The town sits on a narrow strip of land called a barrier island. This island is west of a place called Seminole.
Indian Shores has neighbors on its coastline. To the north, you'll find Indian Rocks Beach. To the south, it borders Redington Shores.
How Big is Indian Shores?
According to the United States Census Bureau, Indian Shores covers about 0.9 square miles (2.3 square kilometers). Most of this area is water! About 0.6 square miles (1.6 square kilometers) is water, which is about 64% of the town's total size. The land area is smaller, at about 0.3 square miles (0.8 square kilometers).
What's the Weather Like in Indian Shores?
Indian Shores has a humid subtropical climate. This means the weather here is usually hot and humid during the summer months. Winters are generally mild and pleasant.
How Many People Live in Indian Shores?
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| Census | Pop. | %± | |
| 1950 | 198 | — | |
| 1960 | 296 | 49.5% | |
| 1970 | 791 | 167.2% | |
| 1980 | 984 | 24.4% | |
| 1990 | 1,405 | 42.8% | |
| 2000 | 1,705 | 21.4% | |
| 2010 | 1,420 | −16.7% | |
| 2020 | 1,190 | −16.2% | |
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The number of people living in Indian Shores has changed over the years. In 1950, there were only 198 residents. The population grew quite a bit, reaching its highest point in 2000 with 1,705 people. By 2020, the population was 1,190.
Who Lives in Indian Shores?
| Race | Pop 2010 | Pop 2020 | % 2010 | % 2020 |
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| White (NH) | 1,302 | 1,056 | 91.69% | 88.74% |
| Black or African American (NH) | 6 | 5 | 0.42% | 0.42% |
| Native American or Alaska Native (NH) | 0 | 0 | 0.00% | 0.00% |
| Asian (NH) | 17 | 33 | 1.20% | 2.77% |
| Pacific Islander or Native Hawaiian (NH) | 2 | 0 | 0.14% | 0.00% |
| Some other race (NH) | 3 | 4 | 0.21% | 0.34% |
| Two or more races/Multiracial (NH) | 5 | 17 | 0.35% | 1.43% |
| Hispanic or Latino (any race) | 85 | 75 | 5.99% | 6.30% |
| Total | 1,420 | 1,190 | 100.00% | 100.00% |
The 2020 United States census showed that 1,190 people lived in Indian Shores. These people made up 634 households, with 413 of them being families. In 2010, there were 1,420 people living in 791 households.
Town Buildings and Services
Indian Shores has been working to improve its town. They have put utility lines underground and repaved roads. They also added safety measures for people walking.
The town staff recently moved into a new building. This new municipal center is where all the town's departments are located. It also has a special room for official meetings. On the fourth floor, there is a large hall with balconies that offer waterfront views.
Police Department Services
Indian Shores has its own police department. The police are on duty 24 hours a day, every day of the year. Their office is in the new Municipal Center. The Indian Shores Police Department also helps the nearby town of Redington Shores.
Police officers patrol in vehicles and also use ATVs on the sandy beach areas. The department also has a special team that investigates crimes. The Police Department started in 1964 and is currently led by Chief Richard (Rick) Swann.
See also
In Spanish: Indian Shores para niños
