Lauderdale Lakes, Florida facts for kids
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Lauderdale Lakes, Florida
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| City of Lauderdale Lakes | |||
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| Nickname(s):
"The Heart of Broward County"
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| Motto(s):
"We Care!" & "Life in Full Color"
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Location of Lauderdale Lakes in Broward County in State of Florida
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| Country |  United States |
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| State |  Florida |
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| County | Broward | ||
| Incorporated | June 22, 1961 | ||
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| • Type | Commission-Manager | ||
| Area | |||
| • City | 3.73 sq mi (9.66 km2) | ||
| • Land | 3.68 sq mi (9.53 km2) | ||
| • Water | 0.05 sq mi (0.12 km2) 1.37% | ||
| Elevation | 9 ft (2 m) | ||
| Population
(2020)
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| • City | 35,954 | ||
| • Density | 9,767.45/sq mi (3,771.49/km2) | ||
| • Metro | 5,564,635 | ||
| Time zone | UTC-5 (EST) | ||
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-4 (EDT) | ||
| ZIP codes |
33309, 33311, 33313, 33319
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| Area code(s) | 754, 954 | ||
| FIPS code | 12-39525 | ||
| GNIS feature ID | 0285365 | ||
| Website | http://www.lauderdalelakes.org | ||
Lauderdale Lakes is a lively city located in Broward County, Florida, in the United States. It's part of the big Miami metropolitan area in South Florida. In 2020, about 35,954 people called Lauderdale Lakes home.
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History of Lauderdale Lakes
Lauderdale Lakes officially became a city on June 22, 1961. When it first started, it was a popular spot for "snowbirds". These are people, often retirees, who move to warmer places like Florida during the cold winter months.
As the 20th century ended, Lauderdale Lakes changed. It became a community where many people had Caribbean and African American backgrounds. This shift brought new cultures and traditions to the city.
Where is Lauderdale Lakes?
Lauderdale Lakes is located in the middle of Broward County. You can find it at these coordinates: 26°10′12″N 80°12′5″W / 26.17000°N 80.20139°W.
The city shares its borders with several other cities:
- To the north, it's next to Tamarac.
- To the west and south, it borders Lauderhill.
- To the east, you'll find Oakland Park.
- To the southeast, it's close to Fort Lauderdale.
The United States Census Bureau says that Lauderdale Lakes covers about 3.64 square miles (9.43 square kilometers). Most of this area is land, with a small part (about 1.37%) being water.
Climate in Lauderdale Lakes
Lauderdale Lakes has a tropical climate. This means it's warm all year round, much like many islands in the Caribbean. It's one of the few places in the main 48 states that has this kind of weather.
Specifically, it often has a tropical rainforest climate. This type of climate means it's hot and rainy throughout the year. Sometimes, it can also feel like a tropical monsoon climate, which has very wet summers and drier winters.
People of Lauderdale Lakes
The number of people living in Lauderdale Lakes has grown over the years. Here's a quick look at how the population has changed:
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| Census | Pop. | %± | |
| 1970 | 10,577 | — | |
| 1980 | 25,426 | 140.4% | |
| 1990 | 27,341 | 7.5% | |
| 2000 | 31,705 | 16.0% | |
| 2010 | 32,593 | 2.8% | |
| 2020 | 35,954 | 10.3% | |
| U.S. Decennial Census | |||
Who Lives in Lauderdale Lakes?
In 2020, there were 35,954 people living in Lauderdale Lakes. These people made up 12,736 households, with 7,779 of those being families.
Lauderdale Lakes is known for its diverse community. In 2018, many residents had West Indian roots. In fact, 50.5% of the population reported having West Indian ancestry, which is the highest in Broward County.
Many people in the city were born in other countries. For example, 47% of the population (about 7,697 people) were born in Jamaica. Another 31.2% (about 5,115 people) were born in Haiti. Smaller numbers of people came from Trinidad and Tobago (2.1%) and The Bahamas (1.6%).
Lauderdale Lakes has a very large Jamaican community. As of 2018, it had the second-highest percentage of Jamaicans in the entire United States. It also has the highest percentage of Jamaicans in the state of Florida, with 25.4% of the population being of Jamaican descent.
Media and News
Lauderdale Lakes is part of a large media area that includes Miami, Fort Lauderdale, and Hollywood. This is a big market for both radio and television in the United States.
People in Lauderdale Lakes can read daily newspapers like the South Florida Sun-Sentinel and The Miami Herald. For those who prefer Spanish, there are also El Sentinel and El Nuevo Herald.
Economy and Businesses
For a while, the sporting goods store Sports Authority had its main office in Lauderdale Lakes. However, in 2003, the company joined with another company called Gart Sports, and the headquarters moved.
Schools in Lauderdale Lakes
Public schools in Lauderdale Lakes are managed by Broward County Public Schools.
Elementary Schools
- Castle Hill Elementary School (in Lauderhill)
- Oriole Elementary School (in Lauderdale Lakes)
- Park Lakes Elementary School (in Lauderdale Lakes)
- Rock Island Elementary School (in Fort Lauderdale)
Middle Schools
- Lauderdale Lakes Middle School (in Lauderdale Lakes)
- William Dandy Middle School (in Fort Lauderdale)
High Schools
- Boyd Anderson High School (in Lauderdale Lakes)
- Lauderhill 6-12 School (in Lauderhill) - Students living in the Lauderhill Middle School zone get first choice for the high school program here.
Private Schools
- St. Helen School (in Lauderdale Lakes) - This is a Catholic school run by the Roman Catholic Archdiocese of Miami.
Famous People from Lauderdale Lakes
Some notable people have connections to Lauderdale Lakes:
- Glenn Greenwald, a well-known journalist.
- Eddie Jackson, an NFL free agent and safety who played for the Chicago Bears.
- Ryan Shazier, a former NFL linebacker and someone who helps others through charity work.
See also
In Spanish: Lauderdale Lakes para niños
