Island Walk, Florida facts for kids
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Island Walk, Florida
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 Island Walk, Florida
Location in Florida
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| Country | United States |
| State | Florida |
| County | Collier |
| Area | |
| • Total | 1.02 sq mi (2.65 km2) |
| • Land | 1.02 sq mi (2.65 km2) |
| • Water | 0.00 sq mi (0.00 km2) 0% |
| Elevation | 13 ft (4 m) |
| Population
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| • Total | 2,812 |
| • Density | 2,748.78/sq mi (1,061.18/km2) |
| Time zone | UTC-5 (Eastern (EST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-4 (EDT) |
| ZIP code |
34119
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| Area code(s) | 239 |
| FIPS code | 12-34185 |
| GNIS feature ID | 2483617 |
Island Walk is a special kind of community in Collier County, Florida, in the United States. It's called a census-designated place, or CDP. This means it's a place the government counts for population, even though it's not officially a city or town.
In 2020, about 2,812 people lived here. Ten years earlier, in 2010, there were 3,035 residents. Island Walk is part of the larger area around Naples and Marco Island, which are well-known cities in Florida.
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Geography of Island Walk
Island Walk is located in the northwestern part of Collier County. It is about 12 miles northeast of Naples.
Land Area and Water Features
According to the United States Census Bureau, Island Walk covers a total area of about 2.7 square kilometers (which is about 1.02 square miles).
A cool thing about Island Walk is its many water features. There are lots of bridges that cross over large, connected ponds. These ponds surround almost every street in the community.
Population and People
Understanding the population of a place helps us learn about its community. Every ten years, the United States government counts how many people live in different areas. This count is called a census.
Population Changes Over Time
The population of Island Walk has changed a little over the years.
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| 2010 | 3,035 | — | |
| 2020 | 2,812 | −7.3% | |
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In 2010, there were 3,035 people living in Island Walk. By 2020, the population had slightly decreased to 2,812 people.
Who Lives in Island Walk?
The 2020 census also tells us about the different groups of people living in Island Walk. Most residents are White. There are also smaller numbers of people from other racial backgrounds, including Asian, Black or African American, Native American, and Pacific Islander. About 6% of the population identifies as Hispanic or Latino. This mix of people helps make Island Walk a diverse community.
