Land o' Lakes, Florida facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
Land O' Lakes, Florida
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Intersection of U.S. Route 41 and State Road 54
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Location in Pasco County and the state of Florida
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| Country | United States |
| State | Florida |
| County | Pasco |
| Area | |
| • Census-designated place | 21.17 sq mi (54.82 km2) |
| • Land | 18.96 sq mi (49.10 km2) |
| • Water | 2.21 sq mi (5.72 km2) |
| Elevation | 75 ft (23 m) |
| Population
(2020)
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| • Census-designated place | 35,929 |
| • Density | 1,895.29/sq mi (731.78/km2) |
| • Metro | 3.8 million |
| Time zone | UTC-5 (Eastern (EST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-4 (EDT) |
| ZIP codes |
33599, 34637, 34638, 34639
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| Area code(s) | 813, 656 |
| FIPS code | 12-39200 |
| GNIS feature ID | 0294219 |
Land O' Lakes is a special kind of community called a census-designated place (CDP) in Pasco County, Florida, United States. It's part of the larger Tampa Bay area. In 2020, about 35,929 people lived there.
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History of Land O' Lakes
The area now known as Land O' Lakes has a long history. In the 1830s, during the Second Seminole War, the land was settled. By the 1840s, a stagecoach line, which was like an old-fashioned bus route, ran through the center of the area.
Later, in the early 1900s, a railroad line was built, and a train station opened. Over the years, Land O' Lakes grew and included smaller communities like Denham, Ehren, and Gowers Corner.
A famous old tourist spot called Dupree Gardens was once located here. People suggested the name "Land O' Lakes" at a community meeting in 1949. On September 1, 1950, the Ehren post office officially changed its name to Land O' Lakes.
People and Population
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| Census | Pop. | %± | |
| 1980 | 4,515 | — | |
| 1990 | 7,892 | 74.8% | |
| 2000 | 20,971 | 165.7% | |
| 2010 | 31,996 | 52.6% | |
| 2020 | 35,929 | 12.3% | |
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Land O' Lakes has grown a lot over the years! In 1980, there were about 4,515 people, and by 2020, the population had reached 35,929.
| Race | Pop 2010 | Pop 2020 | % 2010 | % 2020 |
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| White (NH) | 24,058 | 23,837 | 75.19% | 66.34% |
| Black or African American (NH) | 1,469 | 1,834 | 4.59% | 5.10% |
| Native American or Alaska Native (NH) | 70 | 82 | 0.22% | 0.23% |
| Asian (NH) | 913 | 1,262 | 2.85% | 3.51% |
| Pacific Islander or Native Hawaiian (NH) | 22 | 14 | 0.07% | 0.04% |
| Some other race (NH) | 70 | 243 | 0.22% | 0.68% |
| Two or more races/Multiracial (NH) | 534 | 1,635 | 1.67% | 4.55% |
| Hispanic or Latino (any race) | 4,860 | 7,022 | 15.19% | 19.54% |
| Total | 31,996 | 35,929 |
In 2020, there were 35,929 people living in Land O' Lakes. About 22.9% of the population was under 18 years old, and 17.1% was 65 years or older. More than half of the people living there (50.8%) were female.
Most homes in Land O' Lakes are owned by the people who live in them (81.6%). The average value of these homes was around $269,900 in 2020. Many households (98.5%) have a computer, and most (95.1%) have fast internet. About 94% of adults aged 25 and older have graduated from high school, and 35.8% have a college degree or higher.
Major Roads and Travel
Land O' Lakes has several important roads that help people get around.
The Suncoast Parkway runs north and south on the western side of Land O' Lakes.
U.S. Route 41 (also called Land O' Lakes Boulevard) is the main road that goes north and south through the area.
SR 54 is a major road that goes east and west through southern Pasco County.
SR 597 (Dale Mabry Highway)
County Road 583 (Ehren Cutoff) connects US 41 to SR 52.- Collier Parkway
Community and Culture
Since 1968, Land O' Lakes has had an honorary mayor. This person doesn't have real political power but helps with special events and ceremonies.
The town also has its own library branch, the Land O' Lakes Branch Library. It's part of the Pasco County Library Cooperative, which means it works with other libraries in the county.
Schools in Land O' Lakes
Public schools in Land O' Lakes are managed by the Pasco County Schools system.
High Schools
- Land O Lakes High School
- Sunlake High School
Middle Schools
- Charles S. Rushe Middle School
- Pine View Middle School
Elementary Schools
- Bexley Elementary School
- Connerton Elementary School
- Denham Oaks Elementary School
- Lake Myrtle Elementary School
- Oakstead Elementary School
- Pine View Elementary School
- Sanders Memorial Elementary School
Charter Schools
- Classical Preparatory School
- Countryside Montessori
- Imagine School at Land O Lakes
Private Schools
- Academy at the Lakes
- Center Academy Lutz
- Land O Lakes Christian School
Local Businesses
Some notable companies in Land O' Lakes include:
- Artix Entertainment
- Hungry Harry´s Famous Barbecue
Places to Visit
If you're in Land O' Lakes, you might want to check out these interesting spots:
- Conner Preserve
- Cypress Creek Preserve
- Dupree Gardens (You can find a historical marker and the ruins of its old gate here!)
See also
In Spanish: Land O' Lakes para niños
