Orange Beach, Alabama facts for kids
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Orange Beach, Alabama
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Condominiums and hotels on the beach
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Location of Orange Beach in Baldwin County, Alabama.
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| Country | United States | ||
| State | Alabama | ||
| County | Baldwin | ||
| Founded | Mid-1860s | ||
| Incorporated | August 1, 1984 | ||
| Area | |||
| • Total | 15.931 sq mi (41.261 km2) | ||
| • Land | 14.716 sq mi (38.114 km2) | ||
| • Water | 1.215 sq mi (3.1474 km2) | ||
| Elevation | 0 ft (0 m) | ||
| Population
(2020)
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| • Total | 8,095 | ||
| • Estimate
(2023)
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8,534 | ||
| • Density | 580.0/sq mi (223.9/km2) | ||
| Time zone | UTC−6 (Central (CST)) | ||
| • Summer (DST) | UTC−5 (CDT) | ||
| ZIP Code |
36561
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| Area code(s) | 251 | ||
| FIPS code | 01-57144 | ||
| GNIS feature ID | 0124297 | ||
| Sales tax | 10.0% | ||
Orange Beach is a fun resort city located in Baldwin County, Alabama, United States. It's a popular spot for vacations. In 2020, about 8,095 people lived here. By 2023, the population grew to an estimated 8,534 people.
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About Orange Beach
Orange Beach is found on Perdido Key, right along the beautiful Gulf of Mexico. It is the easternmost town on Alabama's Gulf Coast. To the east, you'll find Perdido Key, Florida. To the west, the city of Gulf Shores is nearby.
The city covers a total area of about 15.93 square miles (41.26 square kilometers). Most of this area is land, about 14.72 square miles (38.11 square kilometers). The rest is water.
Weather and Climate
Orange Beach has a humid subtropical climate. This means it has mild to warm winters. The summers are hot and humid.
Here is a quick look at the weather in Orange Beach:
| Climate data for Orange Beach, Alabama | |||||||||||||
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| Month | Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec | Year |
| Record high °F (°C) | 85 (29) |
87 (31) |
92 (33) |
97 (36) |
101 (38) |
105 (41) |
107 (42) |
108 (42) |
103 (39) |
98 (37) |
89 (32) |
83 (28) |
108 (42) |
| Mean daily maximum °F (°C) | 61 (16) |
64 (18) |
70 (21) |
75 (24) |
83 (28) |
88 (31) |
90 (32) |
90 (32) |
87 (31) |
79 (26) |
71 (22) |
64 (18) |
77 (25) |
| Mean daily minimum °F (°C) | 43 (6) |
45 (7) |
52 (11) |
57 (14) |
65 (18) |
72 (22) |
74 (23) |
74 (23) |
70 (21) |
59 (15) |
51 (11) |
45 (7) |
59 (15) |
| Record low °F (°C) | 4 (−16) |
9 (−13) |
19 (−7) |
29 (−2) |
38 (3) |
52 (11) |
66 (19) |
60 (16) |
44 (7) |
28 (−2) |
25 (−4) |
7 (−14) |
4 (−16) |
| Average precipitation inches (mm) | 5.72 (145) |
4.86 (123) |
6.32 (161) |
3.97 (101) |
4.41 (112) |
5.17 (131) |
7.09 (180) |
6.11 (155) |
6.75 (171) |
4.26 (108) |
4.43 (113) |
4.02 (102) |
63.11 (1,602) |
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The sea temperature is also important for a beach city. Here are the average sea temperatures:
| Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec | Year |
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| 62.2 °F (16.8 °C) | 62.1 °F (16.7 °C) | 65.1 °F (18.4 °C) | 70 °F (21 °C) | 77.2 °F (25.1 °C) | 82.9 °F (28.3 °C) | 84.6 °F (29.2 °C) | 85.3 °F (29.6 °C) | 83.7 °F (28.7 °C) | 78.3 °F (25.7 °C) | 70.9 °F (21.6 °C) | 65.7 °F (18.7 °C) | 74 °F (23 °C) |
Population Changes
The number of people living in Orange Beach has grown over the years.
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| Census | Pop. | %± | |
| 1990 | 2,253 | — | |
| 2000 | 3,784 | 68.0% | |
| 2010 | 5,441 | 43.8% | |
| 2020 | 8,095 | 48.8% | |
| 2023 (est.) | 8,534 | 56.8% | |
| U.S. Decennial Census 2020 Census |
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Population in 2020
In 2020, Orange Beach had 8,095 residents. There were 3,793 households and 2,343 families. The city had many housing units, about 14,545 in total.
Most residents, about 91.8%, identified as White. About 2.6% of the population was Hispanic or Latino.
- About 15.5% of the people were under 18 years old.
- About 2.1% were under 5 years old.
- About 28.5% were 65 years or older.
Population in 2010
In 2010, the city's population was 5,441 people. There were 2,492 households.
- About 18.7% of the people were under 18 years old.
- About 19.2% were 65 years or older.
The average age of residents was 45.5 years. The median income for a household was $66,656.
Sports and Fun Activities
Orange Beach is a great place for sports and outdoor fun.
Orange Beach Sportsplex
The city has a large sports center called the Orange Beach Sportsplex. It hosts many sporting events and tournaments. The Sportsplex has:
- A football/soccer stadium with seats for 1,500 people.
- Several baseball and softball fields.
You can also find a trailhead here for the Backcountry Trail system. This trail goes through the Gulf State Park.
The Sportsplex has hosted big events like the SEC Women's Soccer Tournament. It also hosted the NCAA Division II men's and women's soccer tournaments.
Other Activities
- A huge, 112-foot-high Ferris wheel is located at The Wharf in Orange Beach.
- The Orange Beach Running Club meets every Monday evening for a 5K run.
Schools and Learning
Orange Beach has its own school system called Orange Beach City Schools.
- Orange Beach Elementary School serves students from kindergarten to sixth grade.
- Orange Beach Middle and High School is for students in seventh through twelfth grade.
Before 2019, older students went to schools in nearby Gulf Shores. Now, Orange Beach has its own middle and high school, which opened in 2020.
Columbia Southern University is also located in Orange Beach. It is a private university that offers online courses. It has campuses on Canal Road and Beach Express road.
Getting Around
You can get around Orange Beach using the BRATS service. BRATS stands for the Baldwin Regional Area Transit System. It provides a countywide dial-a-ride transit service.
Recreation
See also
In Spanish: Orange Beach (Alabama) para niños
