Port Richey, Florida facts for kids
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Port Richey, Florida
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| City of Port Richey | |
Port Richey Fire Department
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| Motto(s):
"Our Gateway to the Gulf"
"On the Beautiful Pithlachascotee River" |
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Location in Pasco County and the state of Florida
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| Country | United States of America |
| State | Florida |
| County | Pasco |
| Settled | 1883 |
| Incorporated | 1925 |
| Government | |
| • Type | Council-Manager |
| Area | |
| • Total | 2.28 sq mi (5.90 km2) |
| • Land | 2.22 sq mi (5.75 km2) |
| • Water | 0.06 sq mi (0.15 km2) |
| Elevation | 10 ft (3 m) |
| Population
(2020)
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| • Total | 3,052 |
| • Density | 1,374.16/sq mi (530.52/km2) |
| Time zone | UTC-5 (Eastern (EST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-4 (EDT) |
| ZIP code |
34668
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| Area code(s) | 727 |
| FIPS code | 12-58600 |
| GNIS feature ID | 0289237 |
Port Richey is a city in Pasco County, Florida, United States. It is a suburban city included in the Tampa-St. Petersburg-Clearwater, Florida Metropolitan Statistical Area. As of 2020, the city had a population of 3,052 people.
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History of Port Richey
Port Richey was first settled in 1883 by Aaron M. Richey. He came from St. Joseph, Missouri, and made his home near the mouth of the Pithlachascotee River. He even set up a post office in his house in 1884.
Becoming a City
Port Richey officially became a city in 1925. This happened shortly after its neighbor, New Port Richey, also became a city. The name "Port Richey" is actually older than "New Port Richey." The first post office in Port Richey opened in 1884, while New Port Richey's opened in 1915.
Famous Residents and City Challenges
The famous singer Johnny Cash owned a home along the Pithlachascotee River from 1979 to 2002. He and his wife, June Carter Cash, inherited the house. They sold it in 2002, not long before they passed away in 2003.
Port Richey has always been a small city. Sometimes, people have even suggested getting rid of the city government, but voters have always decided against it.
In 2019, the city faced some challenges with its leaders. The mayor at the time, Dale Massad, was removed from office by Florida's governor due to serious legal issues. After that, the acting mayor, Terrence Rowe, also faced legal problems and was removed from his position. This left the city without a mayor for a short time. Some state lawmakers even considered dissolving the city, but this idea was later dropped.
Geography of Port Richey
Port Richey is located at 28°16′29″N 82°43′23″W / 28.27472°N 82.72306°W.
The United States Census Bureau says the city covers about 2.7 square miles (7.0 square kilometers). Most of this area, about 2.1 square miles (5.4 square kilometers), is land. The rest, about 0.6 square miles (1.6 square kilometers), is water.
Climate in Port Richey
Port Richey has a humid subtropical climate. This means it has mild winters, plenty of rain throughout the year, and hot summers. This type of climate is common in many parts of the southeastern United States.
Population and People
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| Census | Pop. | %± | |
| 1930 | 104 | — | |
| 1940 | 134 | 28.8% | |
| 1950 | 376 | 180.6% | |
| 1960 | 1,931 | 413.6% | |
| 1970 | 1,259 | −34.8% | |
| 1980 | 2,165 | 72.0% | |
| 1990 | 2,523 | 16.5% | |
| 2000 | 3,021 | 19.7% | |
| 2010 | 2,671 | −11.6% | |
| 2020 | 3,052 | 14.3% | |
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The city's population has changed over the years. You can see how it grew from 1930 to 2020 in the table above.
Who Lives in Port Richey?
| Race | Pop 2010 | Pop 2020 | % 2010 | % 2020 |
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| White (NH) | 2,371 | 2,416 | 88.77% | 79.16% |
| Black or African American (NH) | 37 | 105 | 1.39% | 3.44% |
| Native American or Alaska Native (NH) | 14 | 5 | 0.52% | 0.16% |
| Asian (NH) | 45 | 36 | 1.68% | 1.18% |
| Pacific Islander or Native Hawaiian (NH) | 1 | 0 | 0.04% | 0.00% |
| Some other race (NH) | 2 | 8 | 0.07% | 0.26% |
| Two or more races/Multiracial (NH) | 42 | 118 | 1.57% | 3.87% |
| Hispanic or Latino (any race) | 159 | 364 | 5.95% | 11.93% |
| Total | 2,671 | 3,052 |
According to the 2020 United States census, there were 3,052 people living in Port Richey. There were 1,429 households and 754 families.
The 2010 United States census showed 2,671 people, 1,454 households, and 709 families living in the city at that time.
Places to Visit
- Gulf View Square is a large shopping mall located just north of Port Richey. It's a great place for shopping and entertainment.
See also
In Spanish: Port Richey para niños
