Paxton, Florida facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
Paxton, Florida
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| Town of Paxton | |
Paxton Town Hall, September 2014.
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Location in Walton County and the state of Florida
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| Country |  United States |
| State |  Florida |
| County | Walton |
| Settled | 1903 |
| Incorporated | 1952 |
| Government | |
| • Type | Mayor-Council |
| Area | |
| • Total | 4.01 sq mi (10.38 km2) |
| • Land | 3.72 sq mi (9.64 km2) |
| • Water | 0.28 sq mi (0.73 km2) |
| Elevation | 318 ft (97 m) |
| Population
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| • Total | 556 |
| • Density | 149.30/sq mi (57.65/km2) |
| Time zone | UTC-6 (Central (CST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-5 (CDT) |
| ZIP code |
32538
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| Area code(s) | 850, 448 |
| FIPS code | 12-55475 |
| GNIS feature ID | 0288591 |
Paxton is a small town located in Walton County, Florida, in the United States. It is very close to the border with Alabama. Paxton is special because it has the highest elevation of any town in Florida.
This town is part of the Florida Panhandle, which is the northwestern part of Florida. It is also included in the larger area known as the Crestview–Fort Walton Beach–Destin Metropolitan Statistical Area. In 2020, about 556 people lived in Paxton.
Geography of Paxton, Florida
Paxton is located at specific geographic coordinates: 30 degrees, 58 minutes, 43 seconds North and 86 degrees, 18 minutes, 42 seconds West. These numbers help pinpoint its exact spot on a map.
The town sits right on the state line with Alabama. To its north, you'll find the town of Florala in Alabama.
One interesting fact about Paxton is its closeness to Britton Hill. This hill is the highest natural point in all of Florida, reaching 345 feet (105 meters) above sea level.
The United States Census Bureau says that Paxton covers a total area of about 4.0 square miles (10.38 square kilometers). Most of this area, about 3.9 square miles (9.64 square kilometers), is land. The rest, about 0.1 square miles (0.73 square kilometers), is water.
At an elevation of 318 feet (97 meters), Paxton is the highest incorporated municipality (meaning it's an official town with its own local government) in Florida.
Climate in Paxton
The weather in Paxton is known for its hot and humid summers. Winters are generally mild, meaning they are not too cold. This type of weather is called a humid subtropical climate.
Population and People
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| Census | Pop. | %± | |
| 1960 | 215 | — | |
| 1970 | 243 | 13.0% | |
| 1980 | 659 | 171.2% | |
| 1990 | 600 | −9.0% | |
| 2000 | 656 | 9.3% | |
| 2010 | 644 | −1.8% | |
| 2020 | 556 | −13.7% | |
| U.S. Decennial Census | |||
The population of Paxton has changed over the years. In 1960, there were 215 people. The population grew to 656 in 2000, but then decreased to 556 by the 2020 census.
In 2020, there were 556 people living in Paxton. These people lived in 298 households, and 210 of these were families.
See also
In Spanish: Paxton (Florida) para niños
