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Sunrise, Florida
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| City of Sunrise | ||
An aerial photograph of Sunrise, looking towards the north.
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| Nickname(s):
The Center of South Florida
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| Country |  United States |
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| State |  Florida |
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| County | Broward | |
| Incorporated as Sunrise Golf Village (city) | June 22, 1961 | |
| Incorporated as Sunrise (city) | March 2, 1971 | |
| Government | ||
| • Type | Commission-Manager | |
| Area | ||
| • Total | 18.12 sq mi (46.94 km2) | |
| • Land | 16.20 sq mi (41.95 km2) | |
| • Water | 1.92 sq mi (4.98 km2) 1.25% | |
| Elevation | 0 ft (0 m) | |
| Population
(2020)
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| • Total | 97,335 | |
| • Density | 6,008.70/sq mi (2,320.04/km2) | |
| Time zone | UTC-5 (Eastern (EST)) | |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-4 (EDT) | |
| ZIP codes |
33313, 33319, 33322-33323, 33325-33326, 33345, 33351
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| Area code(s) | 954, 754 | |
| FIPS code | 12-69700 | |
| GNIS feature ID | 0291850 | |
Sunrise is a city located in central-western Broward County, Florida. It is a main city in the Miami metropolitan area. In 2020, about 97,335 people lived there.
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History of Sunrise
How Sunrise Began
In 1960, a developer named Norman Johnson bought a large piece of land in Broward County. He paid $9 million for 2,650 acres. By 1961, this area became a small community. Johnson named it Sunrise Golf Village. At first, fewer than 350 people lived there.
The community was almost called Sunset Village. But residents didn't like the name "sunset." They felt it sounded too final. So, the name was changed to "Sunrise."
To attract people, an "upside-down house" was built. It was fully furnished, and even had an upside-down car in the carport! This unusual house became famous. It appeared in Life magazine and drew thousands of visitors. Many people who came to see it decided to live in Sunrise.
In 1961, Norman Johnson became the first Mayor of Sunrise Golf Village. He was appointed by Governor C. Farris Bryant.
By 1967, Sunrise Golf Village had grown to 4,300 people. It covered about 1.75 square miles. That year, the city held its first election. John Lomelo Jr. became the first elected mayor. He had been a nightclub owner in Miami.
Growing into a City
In 1971, the city's name officially changed to the City of Sunrise. This was decided by a public vote. Over time, Sunrise grew much larger. It expanded to more than 18 square miles. The city now reaches the Everglades and goes south of I-595.
Sunrise is about six miles west of Fort Lauderdale. It is next to cities like Weston, Davie, and Plantation. By 1984, about 50,000 people lived in Sunrise.
In the 1980s, the city faced some money problems. It also needed more businesses and public places. In the early 1990s, Sunrise worked to fix these issues. It improved its roads and buildings. The city also focused on becoming a place for businesses.
Today, Sunrise is home to Sawgrass International Corporate Park. This is a very large business park in South Florida.
Modern Sunrise
In 1990, the first part of Sawgrass Mills opened. This huge shopping and entertainment center is now almost 2.3 million square feet. It has 350 stores, food courts, restaurants, a movie theater, and family fun spots.
The Amerant Bank Arena opened in 1998. It is the home of the National Hockey League team, the Florida Panthers. The arena also hosts concerts and other big events. Thanks to these places, Sunrise is a popular spot for tourists in Florida.
Sunrise is easy to reach because of its location. It's in the middle of Miami-Dade, Broward, and Palm Beach counties. Major highways like the Florida Turnpike and I-95 are nearby.
The city of Sunrise has its own services. These include water, wastewater, and natural gas. It also has its own fire-rescue and police departments. Sunrise has many parks, a soccer club, a golf course, and swimming pools. The Sunrise Civic Center has a theater, art gallery, and athletic club. There are also eleven public schools in Sunrise.
Recent Events
In February 2021, a serious incident happened at an apartment complex in Sunrise. Two FBI agents were sadly killed while doing their job. Three other agents were hurt. This was a very difficult day for the FBI.
In January 2024, a new City Hall was built. This modern building is five stories tall. It brings many city departments and services together in one place. The city also plans to build a new parking garage and a bigger outdoor theater.
Geography and Climate
Where is Sunrise Located?
Sunrise covers about 46.94 square kilometers (18.12 square miles). Most of this area is land, with some water.
The city is about 30 miles northwest of Miami. It is also about 12 miles west of Fort Lauderdale. Sunrise is located near the edge of the developed area of Miami.
What is the Climate Like?
Sunrise has a tropical monsoon climate. This means it has hot, humid summers. The winters are warm. It gets a lot of rain, especially in the summer months.
| Climate data for Sunrise, Florida, 1991–2020 normals, extremes 1999–present | |||||||||||||
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| Month | Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec | Year |
| Record high °F (°C) | 85 (29) |
91 (33) |
94 (34) |
98 (37) |
97 (36) |
99 (37) |
98 (37) |
98 (37) |
98 (37) |
94 (34) |
101 (38) |
91 (33) |
101 (38) |
| Mean maximum °F (°C) | 85.4 (29.7) |
87.2 (30.7) |
89.9 (32.2) |
92.1 (33.4) |
93.4 (34.1) |
95.7 (35.4) |
95.1 (35.1) |
95.6 (35.3) |
94.2 (34.6) |
91.8 (33.2) |
87.8 (31.0) |
86.0 (30.0) |
97.0 (36.1) |
| Mean daily maximum °F (°C) | 76.9 (24.9) |
78.9 (26.1) |
81.3 (27.4) |
84.5 (29.2) |
87.3 (30.7) |
90.0 (32.2) |
91.7 (33.2) |
91.8 (33.2) |
89.8 (32.1) |
86.8 (30.4) |
82.2 (27.9) |
78.6 (25.9) |
85.0 (29.4) |
| Daily mean °F (°C) | 68.1 (20.1) |
70.2 (21.2) |
72.7 (22.6) |
76.4 (24.7) |
80.0 (26.7) |
83.0 (28.3) |
84.4 (29.1) |
84.6 (29.2) |
83.2 (28.4) |
80.1 (26.7) |
74.7 (23.7) |
70.7 (21.5) |
77.3 (25.2) |
| Mean daily minimum °F (°C) | 59.4 (15.2) |
61.5 (16.4) |
64.1 (17.8) |
68.3 (20.2) |
72.7 (22.6) |
75.9 (24.4) |
77.1 (25.1) |
77.5 (25.3) |
76.5 (24.7) |
73.4 (23.0) |
67.1 (19.5) |
62.9 (17.2) |
69.7 (20.9) |
| Mean minimum °F (°C) | 42.3 (5.7) |
46.0 (7.8) |
49.6 (9.8) |
58.0 (14.4) |
64.4 (18.0) |
71.4 (21.9) |
72.3 (22.4) |
73.3 (22.9) |
72.3 (22.4) |
62.1 (16.7) |
53.2 (11.8) |
49.1 (9.5) |
39.9 (4.4) |
| Record low °F (°C) | 34 (1) |
35 (2) |
40 (4) |
51 (11) |
56 (13) |
67 (19) |
69 (21) |
69 (21) |
67 (19) |
46 (8) |
43 (6) |
34 (1) |
34 (1) |
| Average precipitation inches (mm) | 2.71 (69) |
2.83 (72) |
2.68 (68) |
3.18 (81) |
5.18 (132) |
8.72 (221) |
6.82 (173) |
8.49 (216) |
7.98 (203) |
7.65 (194) |
3.56 (90) |
2.18 (55) |
61.98 (1,574) |
| Average precipitation days (≥ 0.01 in) | 8.5 | 7.7 | 7.2 | 7.4 | 11.6 | 17.8 | 17.4 | 18.6 | 17.9 | 14.2 | 10.0 | 9.7 | 148.0 |
| Source: NOAA (mean maxima/minima 2006–2020) | |||||||||||||
People of Sunrise
| Historical population | |||
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| Census | Pop. | %± | |
| 1970 | 7,403 | — | |
| 1980 | 39,681 | 436.0% | |
| 1990 | 64,407 | 62.3% | |
| 2000 | 85,779 | 33.2% | |
| 2010 | 84,439 | −1.6% | |
| 2020 | 97,335 | 15.3% | |
| U.S. Decennial Census | |||
| Historical demographics | 2020 | 2010 | 2000 | 1990 | 1980 |
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| White (non-Hispanic) | 25.2% | 36.7% | 57.0% | 82.2% | 95.0% |
| Hispanic or Latino | 35.0% | 25.6% | 17.1% | 8.6% | 3.5% |
| Black or African American (non-Hispanic) | 31.1% | 30.7% | 20.0% | 7.1% | 0.7% |
| Asian and Pacific Islander (non-Hispanic) | 4.1% | 4.1% | 3.1% | 1.9% | 0.8% |
| Native American (non-Hispanic) | 0.1% | 0.2% | 0.1% | 0.1% | |
| Some Other Race (non-Hispanic) | 1.0% | 0.6% | 0.5% | 0.1% | |
| Two or more races (non-Hispanic) | 3.5% | 2.0% | 2.2% | N/A | N/A |
| Population | 97,335 | 84,439 | 85,779 | 64,407 | 39,681 |
Population Details
| Race / Ethnicity (NH = Non-Hispanic) | Pop 2000 | Pop 2010 | Pop 2020 | % 2000 | % 2010 | % 2020 |
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| White (NH) | 48,863 | 31,016 | 24,490 | 56.96% | 36.73% | 25.16% |
| Black or African American (NH) | 17,176 | 25,950 | 30,270 | 20.02% | 30.73% | 31.10% |
| Native American or Alaska Native (NH) | 113 | 159 | 109 | 0.13% | 0.19% | 0.11% |
| Asian (NH) | 2,602 | 3,374 | 3,929 | 3.03% | 4.00% | 4.04% |
| Pacific Islander or Native Hawaiian (NH) | 55 | 65 | 70 | 0.06% | 0.08% | 0.07% |
| Some other race (NH) | 460 | 543 | 1,010 | 0.54% | 0.64% | 1.04% |
| Mixed race or Multiracial (NH) | 1,855 | 1,711 | 3,420 | 2.16% | 2.03% | 3.51% |
| Hispanic or Latino (any race) | 14,655 | 21,621 | 34,037 | 17.08% | 25.61% | 34.97% |
| Total | 85,779 | 84,439 | 97,335 | 100.00% | 100.00% | 100.00% |
In 2020, Sunrise had 97,335 people living in the city. There were 34,356 households and 21,852 families. In 2010, there were 84,439 people, 31,906 households, and 20,586 families.
Economy and Jobs
Sunrise has many important businesses. These include the Amerant Bank Arena and Sawgrass Mills. The Sawgrass International Corporate Park and IKEA are also big parts of the city's economy. Sunrise works hard to bring good jobs to the area.
Many companies have offices or centers in Sunrise:
- Air France has its United States call center here.
- CIGNA Healthcare has a large service center.
- Emerson Electric Company moved its Latin America headquarters to Sunrise in 2011.
In 2012, Sunrise started a program to help new homebuyers. The city would pay back up to $2,000 for certain improvements. This helped people buy homes and improved neighborhoods.
Arts and Culture
Sunrise hosts many fun events throughout the year. These celebrate holidays, seasons, and other special times.
- Earth Day Festival: This event celebrates living green. It has live music, rides for kids, and a farmer's market. You can find unique crafts and different kinds of food. The city gives away reusable water bottles.
- Cultural Festival: This festival celebrates the many different cultures in Sunrise. It features foods, music, art, and dance from around the world. It happens every November in City Park.
- Harvest Festival: Held in October, this festival has costume contests. There are also horse-drawn hayrides and a pumpkin patch.
- Fourth of July Parade & Fireworks: This big celebration starts with a patriotic parade. Then there's a party with free food, rides, and live music. The evening ends with a fireworks show.
- Woodstock: This yearly event in December features handmade crafts. Local artists sell their work. There is also live music and other entertainment.
Sports and Recreation
Sunrise is a great place for sports and fun activities.
Amerant Bank Arena
The Amerant Bank Arena is in Sunrise. It is the home of the Florida Panthers, an National Hockey League team. The arena also hosts many concerts, circuses, and ice shows. On June 24, 2024, the Panthers won their first Stanley Cup at home.
Youth Sports
In 2015, the Sunrise girls' youth soccer club won three state championships. In 2016, two of their teams played in the US Youth Soccer National League.
Golf and Tennis
Sunrise has a golf course called Seven Bridges at Springtree Golf Club. It was updated in 2010. It has a clubhouse with a pro shop and a dining area.
The city also has the Sunrise Tennis Club, which has 15 courts. There are three public swimming pools. Sunrise has over 250 acres of park land for everyone to enjoy.
Education in Sunrise
Sunrise has 11 public schools. These include eight elementary schools, two middle schools, and one high school. They are all managed by Broward County Public Schools. For higher education, there are colleges nearby. These include Broward College and Nova Southeastern University.
Elementary Schools
- Banyan Elementary School
- Discovery Elementary School
- Horizon Elementary School
- Nob Hill Elementary School
- Sandpiper Elementary School
- Sawgrass Elementary School
- Village Elementary School
- Welleby Elementary School
Middle Schools
- Bair Middle School
- Westpine Middle School
High Schools
- Piper High School
Private Schools
- Franklin Academy
- Harvard Academy
- Nob Hill Academy
- Salah Tawfik Elementary & Middle School
City Services
The Sunrise Utilities Department provides water and wastewater services. It also manages the city's natural gas system. These services reach over 200,000 homes and businesses.
The water system has over 500 miles of pipes. The sewer system has over 600 miles of pipes. There are also many pumping stations and treatment plants. Sunrise has the sixth largest city-run gas system in Florida. It serves almost 10,000 homes and businesses.
See also
In Spanish: Sunrise (Florida) para niños
