Lake Harbor, Florida facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
Lake Harbor, Florida
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Aerial view of Lake Harbor, Florida
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| Country |  United States |
| State |  Florida |
| County |  Palm Beach |
| Area | |
| • Total | 1.32 sq mi (3.42 km2) |
| • Land | 1.32 sq mi (3.42 km2) |
| • Water | 0.00 sq mi (0.00 km2) |
| Elevation | 13 ft (4 m) |
| Population
(2020)
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| • Total | 49 |
| • Density | 37.09/sq mi (14.33/km2) |
| Time zone | UTC-5 (Eastern (EST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-4 (EDT) |
| ZIP code |
33459
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| Area code(s) | 561, 728 |
| FIPS code | 12-38000 |
| GNIS feature ID | 0285247 |
Lake Harbor is a small community in Palm Beach County, Florida, United States. It's called a census-designated place (CDP), which means it's a special area defined for counting people by the government. Even though it's officially part of the big Miami metropolitan area, it feels more like the Florida Heartland. In 2020, only 49 people lived there.
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Where is Lake Harbor?
Lake Harbor is located in Florida at these coordinates: 26°41′13″N 80°48′27″W / 26.68694°N 80.80750°W.
This community covers about 3.4 square kilometers (1.3 square miles) of land. It is centered where Mutt Thomas Road meets U.S. Route 27, which is also Florida State Road 80.
Lake Harbor sits right on the southern edge of Lake Okeechobee. The Miami Canal also starts here. You can find John Stretch Park near the northern part of Lake Harbor, next to Lake Okeechobee.
How Many People Live Here?
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| Census | Pop. | %± | |
| 2000 | 195 | — | |
| 2010 | 45 | −76.9% | |
| 2020 | 49 | 8.9% | |
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Population in 2020
In 2020, there were 49 people living in Lake Harbor. There were 15 households and 15 families.
Here's a quick look at the different groups of people living in Lake Harbor in 2020:
- White (not Hispanic): 22 people (44.90%)
- Black or African American (not Hispanic): 13 people (26.53%)
- Hispanic or Latino (any race): 14 people (28.57%)
Population in 2010
In 2010, there were 45 people living in Lake Harbor.
Here's a quick look at the different groups of people living in Lake Harbor in 2010:
- White (not Hispanic): 32 people (71.11%)
- Black or African American (not Hispanic): 4 people (8.89%)
- Hispanic or Latino (any race): 9 people (20.00%)
Schools and Learning
Lake Harbor used to have its own school, Lake Harbor Elementary. But the School District of Palm Beach County closed it in 1972. Now, students in Lake Harbor are part of the Palm Beach County school system.
Even though it's in Palm Beach County, Lake Harbor is almost the same distance from Clewiston High School in Henry County Schools as it is from Glades Central High School in Palm Beach County. There are also many private and charter schools nearby. The biggest one is Glades Day School. Plus, there are university campuses and special education centers within driving distance, especially in Belle Glade.
Community and Faith
Mt. Olive Missionary Baptist Church of Lake Harbor has a long history of strength. It was started in 1924 by Pastor Riley. The church quickly became a very important place for the African American community in Lake Harbor and the nearby farms.
In 1928, a very strong storm called the Okeechobee hurricane destroyed the church building. But a kind person named Mutt Thomas, who owned C.A. Thomas Farms, gave the church new land and a new building. This allowed the church to rebuild and keep helping its community.
Over the years, many pastors led the church. Pastor Aaron Drayton was one of the most important. Under his leadership, the church grew. He also helped train young ministers like Pastor Willie C. Thornton, Pastor Freddie Lee Thornton, and Pastor John Holman.
When Pastor Aaron Drayton retired, Pastor John Holman became the new pastor. The church continued to grow and build a strong sense of community.
However, in 2005, Hurricane Wilma hit the area and destroyed the church building again. But Pastor John Holman and the church members did not give up. They found other places to meet and worship.
In 2011, Pastor John Holman led the church to buy a new building in Belle Glade, Florida. This new home helped Mt. Olive Missionary Baptist Church become even stronger in the community.
Getting Around Lake Harbor
Lake Harbor has limited road access to other areas. The main roads are U.S. Route 27 and Florida State Road 80. However, Lake Harbor is right on the Okeechobee Waterway. This means you can travel by boat to many other parts of Lake Okeechobee and connect to other water routes.
For flying, the closest major airport is Palm Beach International Airport, which is about 50 miles away. People can also use Fort Lauderdale–Hollywood International Airport or Southwest Florida International Airport, both less than 80 miles away. If you have a small private plane, Belle Glade State Municipal Airport is much closer, less than ten miles from Lake Harbor.
See also
In Spanish: Lake Harbor para niños
