Laurel, Florida facts for kids
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Laurel, Florida
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Location in Sarasota County and the state of Florida
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| Country |  United States |
| State |  Florida |
| County | Sarasota |
| Area | |
| • Total | 10.18 sq mi (26.38 km2) |
| • Land | 9.08 sq mi (23.52 km2) |
| • Water | 1.10 sq mi (2.86 km2) |
| Elevation | 10 ft (3 m) |
| Population
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| • Total | 12,186 |
| • Density | 1,341.92/sq mi (518.13/km2) |
| Time zone | UTC-5 (Eastern (EST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-4 (EDT) |
| ZIP code |
34272
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| Area code(s) | 941 |
| FIPS code | 12-39600 |
| GNIS feature ID | 0285395 |
Laurel is a community in Sarasota County, Florida, United States. It's called a census-designated place (CDP). This means it's an area that looks like a town but isn't officially a city. In 2020, about 12,186 people lived there. This was a big jump from 8,171 people in 2010! Laurel is also part of a larger area called the Sarasota Metropolitan Statistical Area. This area includes nearby cities like North Port, Bradenton, and Sarasota, Florida.
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Exploring Laurel's Geography
Laurel covers a total area of about 10.2 square miles (26.4 square kilometers). Most of this area is land. About 9.1 square miles (23.5 square kilometers) is land. The rest, about 1.1 square miles (2.86 square kilometers), is water. This means Laurel has some lakes or rivers within its borders.
Understanding Laurel's Population
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| Census | Pop. | %± | |
| 1990 | 8,245 | — | |
| 2000 | 8,393 | 1.8% | |
| 2010 | 8,171 | −2.6% | |
| 2020 | 12,186 | 49.1% | |
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In 2020, Laurel had a population of 12,186 people. There were 5,572 households, with about 2 people living in each home.
Age and Diversity in Laurel
Laurel has a diverse population. About 2.8% of residents were under 5 years old. Around 12.5% were under 18. A large portion, 42.1%, were 65 years or older. Slightly more than half, 50.2%, of the residents were female.
The community is also diverse in terms of background. About 88.9% of people were white. Around 2.8% were Black, and 2.5% were Asian. About 3.5% identified as two or more races. Additionally, 2.3% of the population was Hispanic or Latino. About 10.6% of the people living in Laurel were born outside the United States.
Homes and Income in Laurel
Most homes in Laurel, about 84.9%, are owned by the people who live in them. The average value of these homes was about $338,200. For those with a mortgage, the average monthly housing cost was around $2,051. For those without a mortgage, it was about $590. If you rented a home, the average monthly rent was around $1,569.
Many households in Laurel are connected to technology. About 94.9% had a computer. Also, 90.0% had a fast internet connection. The average household income was $69,850. The average income per person for 12 months was $48,053. About 6.3% of the population lived below the poverty line.
Education in Laurel
Education is important in Laurel. About 96.3% of people aged 25 and older had graduated from high school. A good number, 39.2% of that same age group, had earned a Bachelor's degree or higher.
Notable People from Laurel
- Vivian E. Browne, a talented visual artist.
Images for kids
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Johnson Chapel Baptist Church, a historic building in Laurel.
See also
In Spanish: Laurel (Florida) para niños
