Margate, Florida facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
Margate, Florida
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City Hall of Margate and Clock Tower
Calypso Cove
Serino Park
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| Motto(s):
"E Concepto Urbs",
"Together We Make It Great" |
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Location of Margate, Broward County, Florida
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| Country |  United States of America |
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| State |  Florida |
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| County | Broward | |
| Incorporated (town) | May 30, 1955 | |
| Incorporated (city) | June 22, 1961 | |
| Government | ||
| • Type | Commission-Manager | |
| Area | ||
| • City | 9.05 sq mi (23.43 km2) | |
| • Land | 8.76 sq mi (22.69 km2) | |
| • Water | 0.29 sq mi (0.74 km2) 1.89% | |
| Elevation | 9 ft (3 m) | |
| Population
(2020)
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| • City | 58,712 | |
| • Density | 6,702.28/sq mi (2,587.75/km2) | |
| • Metro | 6,166,488 | |
| Time zone | UTC-5 (Eastern (EST)) | |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-4 (EDT) | |
| ZIP code |
33063, 33065, 33068, 33073, 33093
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| Area code(s) | 954, 754 | |
| FIPS code | 12-43125 | |
| GNIS feature ID | 0286413 | |
| Website | http://www.margatefl.com/ | |
Margate is a city located in Broward County, Florida, United States. It is part of the larger Miami metropolitan area. In 2020, the city had a population of 58,712 people.
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History of Margate City
Margate was started in the 1950s. Back then, much of the area was either part of the Everglades or used for farmland. As more people moved to Florida, land development grew.
The area officially became a town in 1955. Later, in 1961, it was recognized as a city. The name "Margate" comes from a mix of words. It uses the first part of the founder's last name, Jack Marqusee. It also uses the first part of the word gateway. This is because the city was seen as a "gateway" to the western part of Broward County.
Today, Margate has fun places for everyone. You can visit Calypso Cove, a popular waterpark. There are also two golf courses: The Carolina Golf Club and the Oriole Golf and Tennis Club.
Geography of Margate
Margate is located at 26°14′47″N 80°12′44″W / 26.246259°N 80.212343°W. It is about seven and a half miles away from the Atlantic Ocean.
The city covers a total area of about 8.98 square miles (23 km2). Most of this area, about 8.81 square miles (23 km2), is land. The remaining 0.17 square miles (0 km2) is water, which makes up about 1.89% of the city's total area.
Margate's Climate
Margate has a tropical climate. This means it's warm all year round, much like the weather you find in many parts of the Caribbean. It's special because it's one of the only places in the main 48 states with this kind of climate. It often feels like a tropical rainforest climate, with lots of rain and warmth.
Population and People in Margate
The number of people living in Margate has grown a lot over the years. Here's how the population has changed:
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| 1960 | 2,646 | — | |
| 1970 | 8,867 | 235.1% | |
| 1980 | 35,900 | 304.9% | |
| 1990 | 42,985 | 19.7% | |
| 2000 | 53,909 | 25.4% | |
| 2010 | 53,284 | −1.2% | |
| 2020 | 58,712 | 10.2% | |
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In 2010, there were 53,284 people living in Margate. By 2020, the population had grown to 58,712 people. In 2020, there were 24,577 households and 14,576 families living in the city.
Education in Margate
Students in Margate attend public schools managed by Broward County Public Schools.
Elementary Schools
- Atlantic West Elementary (a STEAM Magnet School) – Serves central, west, and southwest Margate.
- Liberty Elementary (a STEM Magnet School) – Serves areas east of US 441.
- Margate Elementary – Serves central, north, and northwest Margate.
- Morrow Elementary (located in North Lauderdale) – Serves southwest Margate.
Middle Schools
- Margate Middle School (a STEM Magnet School) – Serves most of the city.
- Silver Lakes Middle School (located in North Lauderdale) – Serves a small part of the city.
- Rise Academy – A smaller school near the Margate border.
High Schools
- Coconut Creek High School (in nearby Coconut Creek)
- Coral Springs High School (in nearby Coral Springs)
- Monarch High School (in Coconut Creek)
Students can also attend Atlantic Technical High School in Coconut Creek, which is a magnet school.
Charter Schools
- Broward Math and Science Schools (Kindergarten to 8th grade)
- RISE Academy (Kindergarten to 8th grade)
- West Broward Academy (Kindergarten to 8th grade)
Charter High Schools
- Ascend Academy (9th to 12th grade)
- SunEd High School of North Broward (9th to 12th grade)
Private Schools
- Abundant Life Christian Academy
- Faith Baptist Academy
- Hebrew Academy Community School
- Winfield Christian Academy
Notable People from Margate
- David Adams (born 1987) – A professional Major League Baseball (MLB) player.
- Shanyder Borgelin (born 2001) – A professional soccer player who plays for the Haiti national team.
- Bobby Cannavale (born 1970) – A well-known actor.
- Barry Cantrell (born 1976) – A former National Football League (NFL) player.
- Sarah Chadwick (born 2001) – An activist who speaks out against gun violence.
- Sean Chen (born 1988) – A talented pianist.
- Eric Eichmann (born 1965) – A professional soccer player who played for the U.S. national team.
- Jonathan Freeny (born 1989) – A former NFL player.
- Arin Hanson (born 1987) – A popular YouTuber, actor, rapper, and animator.
- Waheed Yar Khan (born 1942) – A cricket player.
- Brandon Knight (born 1991) – A former National Basketball Association player.
- Phillip Lamarre (born 1987) – A professional soccer player.
- Al Lamberti (born 1954) – A former sheriff of Broward County.
- Joe Lo Truglio (born 1970) – An actor and comedian.
- Matt Luzunaris (born 1989) – A professional soccer player.
- Michael Palardy (born 1992) – An NFL player.
- Jim Ray (1944–2005) – A former MLB player.
- Josh Smith (born 1987) – An MLB player.
- Kaye Stevens (1932–2011) – A singer and actress.
See also
In Spanish: Margate (Florida) para niños
