Inglis, Florida facts for kids
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Inglis, Florida
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| Town of Inglis | |
Inglis Town Hall
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Location in Levy County and the state of Florida
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| Country |  United States |
| State |  Florida |
| County | Levy |
| Settled (Blind Horse-Port Inglis) | 1875 |
| Incorporated (Town of Inglis) |
1956 |
| Government | |
| • Type | Mayor–Commission |
| Area | |
| • Total | 3.43 sq mi (8.89 km2) |
| • Land | 3.41 sq mi (8.84 km2) |
| • Water | 0.02 sq mi (0.04 km2) |
| Elevation | 16 ft (5 m) |
| Population
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| • Total | 1,476 |
| • Density | 432.34/sq mi (166.91/km2) |
| Time zone | UTC-5 (Eastern (EST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-4 (EDT) |
| ZIP code |
34449
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| Area code(s) | 352 |
| FIPS code | 12-33800 |
| GNIS feature ID | 0294812 |
Inglis is a small town in Levy County, Florida, United States. It is located along U.S. Highway 19. The town is also near the Cross Florida Greenway, a large nature area. In 2020, about 1,476 people lived there. This was a small increase from 1,325 people in 2010. Inglis is part of the larger Gainesville area.
The town of Inglis got its name from Captain John L. Inglis. He was involved with a phosphate company nearby. Before it was called Inglis, the area was known as "Port Inglis." Even earlier, when people first settled there in 1875, it was called "Blind Horse."
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Where is Inglis Located?
Inglis is in Florida, at these coordinates: 29°1′58″N 82°40′0″W / 29.03278°N 82.66667°W. It is about 5 miles (8 kilometers) east of the Gulf of Mexico.
The town covers a total area of about 3.43 square miles (8.89 square kilometers). Most of this area is land, with a very small part being water.
What is the Weather Like in Inglis?
Inglis has a humid subtropical climate. This means the summers are hot and humid. The winters are usually mild and not too cold.
How Many People Live in Inglis?
Here's how the population of Inglis has changed over the years:
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| Census | Pop. | %± | |
| 1960 | 250 | — | |
| 1970 | 449 | 79.6% | |
| 1980 | 1,173 | 161.2% | |
| 1990 | 1,241 | 5.8% | |
| 2000 | 1,491 | 20.1% | |
| 2010 | 1,325 | −11.1% | |
| 2020 | 1,476 | 11.4% | |
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Population Details (2010 and 2020)
The table below shows the different groups of people living in Inglis. It separates people by race and also includes those of Hispanic or Latino background.
| Race | 2010 Population | 2020 Population | % in 2010 | % in 2020 |
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| White (not Hispanic) | 1,215 | 1,343 | 91.70% | 90.99% |
| Black or African American (not Hispanic) | 6 | 14 | 0.45% | 0.95% |
| Native American (not Hispanic) | 4 | 7 | 0.30% | 0.47% |
| Asian (not Hispanic) | 17 | 8 | 1.28% | 0.54% |
| Pacific Islander (not Hispanic) | 0 | 0 | 0.00% | 0.00% |
| Other races (not Hispanic) | 1 | 4 | 0.08% | 0.27% |
| Two or more races (not Hispanic) | 20 | 50 | 1.51% | 3.39% |
| Hispanic or Latino (any race) | 62 | 50 | 4.68% | 3.39% |
| Total Population | 1,325 | 1,476 | 100.00% | 100.00% |
In 2020, there were 1,476 people living in Inglis. These people lived in 823 households, and 456 of these were families. In 2010, there were 1,325 people, 758 households, and 448 families.
When Elvis Presley Visited Inglis
Did you know that the famous singer and actor Elvis Presley spent time in Inglis? In July and August of 1961, Elvis was in Inglis and nearby areas. He was filming his movie called Follow That Dream.
Today, you can find a special historical marker in Inglis. It is on a road called Follow That Dream Parkway. This marker reminds everyone about Elvis's visit to the town.
See also
In Spanish: Inglis (Florida) para niños
