Pierson, Florida facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
Pierson, Florida
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| Town of Pierson | ||
(Former) Pierson Town Hall
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| Motto(s):
"Fern Capital of the World"
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Location in Volusia County and the state of Florida
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| Country |  United States |
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| State |  Florida |
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| County | Volusia | |
| Settled (Piersonville) | 1876 | |
| Incorporated (Town of Pierson) |
1926 | |
| Government | ||
| • Type | Mayor-Council | |
| Area | ||
| • Total | 10.91 sq mi (28.26 km2) | |
| • Land | 10.20 sq mi (26.41 km2) | |
| • Water | 0.71 sq mi (1.85 km2) | |
| Elevation | 75 ft (23 m) | |
| Population
(2020)
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| • Total | 1,542 | |
| • Density | 151.21/sq mi (58.38/km2) | |
| Time zone | UTC-5 (Eastern (EST)) | |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-4 (EDT) | |
| ZIP code |
32180
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| Area code(s) | 386 | |
| FIPS code | 12-56425 | |
| GNIS feature ID | 0288798 | |
| Website | http://www.townofpierson.org | |
Pierson is a small town in Volusia County, Florida, in the United States. It is part of a larger area that includes cities like Deltona and Daytona Beach. In 2020, about 1,542 people lived here.
Pierson is known as the "Fern Capital of the World." This is because growing ferns is a very important business for the town. These ferns are sent all over the world to be used in flower arrangements and other decorations.
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Where is Pierson Located?
Pierson is in the northwestern part of Volusia County. You can find it around these coordinates: 29°14′30″N 81°27′24″W / 29.24167°N 81.45667°W.
Major roads like U.S. Route 17 pass through the town. The town covers about 8.7 square miles (22.5 square kilometers). Most of this area is land, but about 0.6 square miles (1.5 square kilometers) is water.
What is the Climate Like?
Pierson has a warm and sunny climate. Summers are hot and humid, while winters are generally mild. This type of weather is called a humid subtropical climate.
How Many People Live Here?
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| Census | Pop. | %± | |
| 1930 | 624 | — | |
| 1940 | 541 | −13.3% | |
| 1950 | 657 | 21.4% | |
| 1960 | 716 | 9.0% | |
| 1970 | 654 | −8.7% | |
| 1980 | 1,085 | 65.9% | |
| 1990 | 2,988 | 175.4% | |
| 2000 | 2,596 | −13.1% | |
| 2010 | 1,736 | −33.1% | |
| 2020 | 1,542 | −11.2% | |
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Population Changes Over Time
The number of people living in Pierson has changed over the years. In 1930, there were 624 residents. The population grew a lot by 1990, reaching almost 3,000 people. By 2020, the population was 1,542.
Who Lives in Pierson?
| Race | 2010 Population | 2020 Population | % in 2010 | % in 2020 |
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| White (Not Hispanic) | 693 | 725 | 39.92% | 47.02% |
| Black or African American (Not Hispanic) | 80 | 38 | 4.61% | 2.46% |
| Native American or Alaska Native (Not Hispanic) | 6 | 0 | 0.35% | 0.00% |
| Asian (Not Hispanic) | 6 | 3 | 0.35% | 0.19% |
| Pacific Islander or Native Hawaiian (Not Hispanic) | 0 | 0 | 0.00% | 0.00% |
| Some other race (Not Hispanic) | 1 | 10 | 0.06% | 0.65% |
| Two or more races (Not Hispanic) | 10 | 36 | 0.58% | 2.33% |
| Hispanic or Latino (Any race) | 940 | 730 | 54.15% | 47.34% |
| Total Population | 1,736 | 1,542 |
In 2020, there were 1,542 people living in Pierson. There were 435 households, which are groups of people living together. About 302 of these were families.
The average income for households in 2020 was $52,917. About 11.1% of the people had a college degree or higher. Looking at age, 30.3% of the population was under 18 years old. About 16.4% were 65 years or older.
Famous People from Pierson
- Chipper Jones – He is a former MLB baseball star. He played for the Atlanta Braves and was added to the National Baseball Hall of Fame and Museum in 2018.
See also
In Spanish: Pierson (Florida) para niños
