Old Seminole Heights facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
Old Seminole Heights
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 Old Seminole Heights
Location in Florida
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| Country |  United States |
| State |  Florida |
| County | Hillsborough |
| City |  Tampa |
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| • Total | 14,729 |
| Time zone | UTC-5 (Eastern (EST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-4 (EDT) |
| ZIP codes |
33603, 33604, and 33610
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| Area code(s) | 813 |
Old Seminole Heights is a cool neighborhood located in Tampa, Florida. It's part of the sunny state of Florida in the USA. This area is one of three neighborhoods that make up the larger Seminole Heights district in the city.
In 2010, about 14,729 people lived here. The ZIP codes for this area are 33603, 33604, and 33610.
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Discovering Old Seminole Heights: Where It Is
Old Seminole Heights has clear borders. To the east, it touches the Seminole Heights East neighborhood. The Hillsborough River forms its western and northern edges.
To the north, you'll find Sulphur Springs. Hillsborough Avenue marks the southern boundary. There's a small part that extends further south to Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Boulevard. This section is between Florida Avenue and I-275.
Part of the Seminole Heights Area
This neighborhood is located at the northern edge of the larger Seminole Heights area in Tampa. Old Seminole Heights is the biggest of the three neighborhoods in this district.
The other two neighborhoods are South Seminole Heights and Southeast Seminole Heights.
Important Places in the Neighborhood
Old Seminole Heights is home to several important landmarks. These include Hillsborough High School and Memorial Middle School. There's also Seminole Heights Elementary School.
You can also find Seminole Heights United Methodist Church and St. Paul's Lutheran Church here. The Seminole Heights Garden Center is a city park that's also a popular spot.
Who Lives Here: Understanding the Population
This section shares facts about the people who live in Old Seminole Heights. These numbers come from the 2010 census.
In 2010, there were 14,729 people living in the neighborhood. There were also 6,199 households, which are groups of people living together.
Diversity in Old Seminole Heights
The neighborhood is a mix of different backgrounds. About 69% of the people were White. Around 22% were African American.
About 1% were Native American, and 1% were Asian. Roughly 4% were from other backgrounds, and 3% were from two or more backgrounds. About 22% of the population identified as Hispanic or Latino.
Households and Age Groups
Out of all the households, 23% had children under 18 living there. About 33% were married couples. Around 17% were households led by a woman without a husband present.
About 31% of all households were made up of individuals living alone. The population has people of all ages. About 22% were under 18 years old. Around 24% were between 18 and 34. Another 24% were between 35 and 49. About 20% were between 50 and 64. Finally, 10% were 65 years old or older.
Historic Places: Districts with a Story
Old Seminole Heights has two special areas. These areas are known as U.S. Historic Districts. They are listed on the National Register of Historic Places.
These two districts are the Seminole Heights Residential District and the Hampton Terrace Historic District. The Seminole Heights Residential District is also recognized as a Local Historic District by the city of Tampa. This means it's important for its history and unique buildings.
Images for kids
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T Roy Young's Seminole Development Corporation Advertisement from the 1912 Hillsborough High School Yearbook with two headed alligator
