Reddick, Florida facts for kids
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Reddick, Florida
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| Town of Reddick | |
The auditorium at the old Reddick High School
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| Motto(s):
"God Be With Us"
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Where Reddick is located in Marion County and Florida
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| Country |  United States |
| State |  Florida |
| County | Marion |
| Settled | June 8, 1882 |
| Incorporated | 1925 |
| Government | |
| • Type | Mayor-Council |
| Area | |
| • Total | 1.26 sq mi (3.26 km2) |
| • Land | 1.26 sq mi (3.26 km2) |
| • Water | 0.00 sq mi (0.00 km2) |
| Elevation | 72 ft (22 m) |
| Population
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| • Total | 449 |
| • Density | 356.35/sq mi (137.60/km2) |
| Time zone | UTC-5 (Eastern (EST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-4 (EDT) |
| ZIP code |
32686
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| Area code(s) | 352 |
| FIPS code | 12-59675 |
| GNIS feature ID | 0289560 |
Reddick is a small town in Marion County, Florida, in the United States. It is part of the larger Ocala area. In 2020, about 449 people lived there. This was a bit less than the 506 people who lived there in 2010.
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History of Reddick
When Was Reddick Founded?
Reddick was officially started on June 8, 1882. The local post office also opened in Reddick that same year. The town got its name from John Reddick, who was the very first postmaster there. The Town of Reddick became an official town in 1925.
What Else Happened in Reddick's History?
In 1998, a group of nuns started a special place called the Annunciation of the Theotokos Monastery. They got approval from the Greek Orthodox Archdiocese of America to do this.
The movie Jeepers Creepers was filmed in Reddick during the summer of 2000. The old Reddick High School building was used as the police station in the film.
Where is Reddick Located?
Reddick is in the northern part of Marion County, Florida. It is about 15 miles (24 km) north of Ocala, which is the main city of the county.
How Big is Reddick?
The town of Reddick covers an area of about 1.3 square miles (3.4 square kilometers). All of this area is land, with no water.
What is the Weather Like in Reddick?
Reddick has a climate with hot and humid summers. The winters are usually mild, meaning they are not too cold. This type of weather is called a humid subtropical climate.
Who Lives in Reddick?
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| Census | Pop. | %± | |
| 1910 | 498 | — | |
| 1920 | 312 | −37.3% | |
| 1930 | 363 | 16.3% | |
| 1940 | 392 | 8.0% | |
| 1950 | 433 | 10.5% | |
| 1960 | 594 | 37.2% | |
| 1970 | 305 | −48.7% | |
| 1980 | 657 | 115.4% | |
| 1990 | 554 | −15.7% | |
| 2000 | 571 | 3.1% | |
| 2010 | 506 | −11.4% | |
| 2020 | 449 | −11.3% | |
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Population Changes in Reddick
In 2020, there were 449 people living in Reddick. These people lived in 215 households, and 121 of these were families. Back in 2010, there were 506 people living in the town, in 174 households, with 92 families.
Different Groups of People in Reddick
The table below shows the different groups of people living in Reddick in 2010 and 2020. This helps us understand the town's population.
| Race | People in 2010 | People in 2020 | Percentage in 2010 | Percentage in 2020 |
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| White (NH) | 209 | 191 | 41.30% | 42.54% |
| Black or African American (NH) | 246 | 194 | 48.62% | 43.21% |
| Native American or Alaska Native (NH) | 1 | 1 | 0.20% | 0.22% |
| Asian (NH) | 1 | 5 | 0.20% | 1.11% |
| Pacific Islander or Native Hawaiian (NH) | 0 | 1 | 0.00% | 0.22% |
| Some other race (NH) | 0 | 0 | 0.00% | 0.00% |
| Two or more races/Multiracial (NH) | 4 | 14 | 0.79% | 3.12% |
| Hispanic or Latino (any race) | 45 | 43 | 8.89% | 9.58% |
| Total | 506 | 449 | 100.00% | 100.00% |
See also
In Spanish: Reddick (Florida) para niños
