Sanderson, Florida facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
Sanderson, Florida
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Southbound on Baker CR 229 at the Tallahassee Subdivision Railroad Crossing.
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 Sanderson, Florida
Location in Florida
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| Country | United States |
| State | Florida |
| County | Baker |
| Elevation | 157 ft (48 m) |
| Time zone | UTC-5 (Eastern (EST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-4 (EDT) |
| ZIP code |
32087
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| Area code(s) | 904 |
| GNIS feature ID | 306352 |
Sanderson is a small place in Baker County, Florida, in the United States. It is known as an unincorporated community. This means it is a group of homes and businesses that does not have its own local government like a city or town.
About Sanderson, Florida
Sanderson is located in Baker County, Florida. It is a quiet community where people live and work. Even though it is not a city, it is an important part of the county.
Roads and Transportation
The main road that goes through Sanderson is U.S. Route 90. This highway helps connect Sanderson to other places. Two other important roads, County Road 229 and County Road 127, also meet U.S. Route 90 in Sanderson.
Sanderson is also home to the Baker County Road Department. This department is in charge of keeping the roads in Baker County in good condition. They help make sure people can travel safely.
How Sanderson Got Its Name
The community of Sanderson was named after a person called John Pease Sanderson. He was an important figure in the area's history. Naming places after people is a common way to remember them and their contributions.
