Kathleen, Florida facts for kids
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Kathleen, Florida
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Location in Polk County and the state of Florida
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| Country | United States |
| State | Florida |
| County | Polk |
| Area | |
| • Total | 7.23 sq mi (18.73 km2) |
| • Land | 7.19 sq mi (18.63 km2) |
| • Water | 0.04 sq mi (0.10 km2) |
| Elevation | 144 ft (44 m) |
| Population
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| • Total | 6,486 |
| • Density | 901.84/sq mi (348.18/km2) |
| Time zone | UTC-5 (Eastern (EST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-4 (EDT) |
| ZIP code |
33849
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| Area code(s) | 863 |
| FIPS code | 12-35950 |
| GNIS feature ID | 0285019 |
Kathleen is a community located in Polk County, Florida, in the United States. It is known as a census-designated place (CDP). This means it's an area that the government counts for statistics, even though it doesn't have its own city government. Kathleen is part of the larger Lakeland–Winter Haven metropolitan area.
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History of Kathleen
How Kathleen Got Its Name
The community of Kathleen has had a post office since 1886. The name "Kathleen" was chosen to honor Catherine Prine, who was one of the first people to settle in the area.
Geography of Kathleen
Where is Kathleen Located?
Kathleen is located in central Florida. Its exact coordinates are 28 degrees, 7 minutes, 17 seconds North and 82 degrees, 1 minute, 35 seconds West.
Size of the Area
According to the United States Census Bureau, the entire area of Kathleen is about 3.3 square miles (8.5 square kilometers). All of this area is land, meaning there are no large lakes or rivers within the CDP boundaries.
Population and People in Kathleen
How Many People Live Here?
In 2000, about 3,280 people lived in Kathleen. By the year 2020, the population had grown to 6,486 people. This shows that more people have chosen to make Kathleen their home over the years.
Who Lives in Kathleen?
In 2000, about 28.3% of the people living in Kathleen were under 18 years old. About 9.8% were 65 years old or older. The average age of people in Kathleen was 36 years.
