Thompson, Florida facts for kids
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Thompson, Florida
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| Country |  United States |
| State |  Florida |
| County | Monroe |
| Elevation | 3 ft (1 m) |
| Time zone | UTC-5 (Eastern (EST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-4 (EDT) |
Thompson is a small place in Monroe County, Florida, United States. It is known as an unincorporated community. This means it is a group of homes and businesses that are not part of an official city or town.
Thompson is located in the upper part of the Florida Keys. It sits on Key Largo, which is one of the largest islands in the Keys. The community is found along US 1, also known as the Overseas Highway. This famous road connects many of the islands in the Florida Keys.
Thompson is situated northeast of a place called Tavernier. It is also southwest of Sunset Point and Rock Harbor.
Where is Thompson Located?
Thompson is in a unique spot within the Florida Keys. The Florida Keys are a chain of tropical islands in Florida. They stretch about 120 miles (190 km) off the southern tip of the state.
Geography and Elevation
The exact location of Thompson is at coordinates 25°02′31″N 80°29′35″W / 25.042°N 80.493°W. This helps people find it on a map. The land here is very low, with an elevation of about 3 feet (1 m) above sea level. This low elevation is common for islands in the Florida Keys.
