Lake Hamilton, Florida facts for kids
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Lake Hamilton, Florida
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| Town of Lake Hamilton | ||
United States Post Office of Lake Hamilton
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Location in Polk County and the state of Florida
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| Country |  United States |
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| State |  Florida |
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| County | Polk | |
| Incorporated | November 6, 1924 | |
| Formally Incorporated | 1925 | |
| Government | ||
| • Type | Mayor-Council | |
| Area | ||
| • Total | 4.10 sq mi (10.63 km2) | |
| • Land | 3.12 sq mi (8.08 km2) | |
| • Water | 0.98 sq mi (2.55 km2) | |
| Elevation | 148 ft (45 m) | |
| Population
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| • Total | 1,537 | |
| • Density | 492.63/sq mi (190.21/km2) | |
| Time zone | UTC-5 (Eastern (EST)) | |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-4 (EDT) | |
| ZIP code |
33851
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| Area code(s) | 863 | |
| FIPS code | 12-37975 | |
| GNIS feature ID | 0285246 | |
Lake Hamilton is a small town in Polk County, Florida, United States. In 2020, about 1,537 people lived there. It is part of the larger Lakeland–Winter Haven area.
The town gets its name from the large lake it sits beside, called Lake Hamilton. This lake is one of many connected lakes in the area, known as the Chain of Lakes. Two other lakes, Middle Lake Hamilton and Little Lake Hamilton, are also nearby.
From the mid-1960s to the 1970s, special boats called Hurricane Aircats were made in Lake Hamilton. These airboats were used by the US Army during the Vietnam War. They were built by Hurricane Fiberglass Products Company, a company from the nearby town of Auburndale.
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Exploring Lake Hamilton's Location and Size
The Town of Lake Hamilton is located in Central Florida. You can find it at these coordinates: 28°2′48″N 81°37′20″W / 28.04667°N 81.62222°W.
The town covers a total area of about 3.9 square miles (10.1 square kilometers). Most of this area, about 3.0 square miles (7.8 square kilometers), is land. The rest, about 0.9 square miles (2.3 square kilometers), is water.
The most important natural feature in Lake Hamilton is the big lake it's named after. Lake Hamilton is part of the famous Chain of Lakes. This lake is quite large, covering about 2,184 acres (8.8 square kilometers). It has an average depth of about 7.2 feet (2.2 meters).
Weather in Lake Hamilton
The weather in Lake Hamilton is known for its hot and humid summers. The winters are usually mild. This type of weather is called a humid subtropical climate.
People of Lake Hamilton
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The population of Lake Hamilton has changed over the years. Here's how many people lived there during different census counts:
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| Census | Pop. | %± | |
| 1930 | 399 | — | |
| 1940 | 344 | −13.8% | |
| 1950 | 604 | 75.6% | |
| 1960 | 930 | 54.0% | |
| 1970 | 1,165 | 25.3% | |
| 1980 | 1,552 | 33.2% | |
| 1990 | 1,128 | −27.3% | |
| 2000 | 1,304 | 15.6% | |
| 2010 | 1,231 | −5.6% | |
| 2020 | 1,537 | 24.9% | |
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In 2020, the town had 1,537 residents. There were 444 households and 348 families living in Lake Hamilton.
Getting Around Lake Hamilton
There are two main roads that help people travel in and out of Lake Hamilton:
- State Road 17: This road is also known as the Scenic Highway. It goes right through the middle of town. It runs parallel to US 27 and leads south to downtown Dundee and Lake Wales.
- US 27: This major highway is located just west of town. It connects Lake Hamilton to other towns like Lake Wales and Haines City.
Images for kids
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United States Post Office of Lake Hamilton
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Seal of Lake Hamilton
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Location of Lake Hamilton in Polk County, Florida
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Lake Hamilton Town Hall and Police Department
See also
In Spanish: Lake Hamilton para niños
