Webster, Florida facts for kids
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Webster, Florida
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| City of Webster | |
Webster City Hall
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| Motto(s):
"Rustic, Rural, Real"
"Home of the Parson Brown Orange" "The Cucumber Capital" |
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Location in Sumter County and the state of Florida
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| Country |  United States |
| State |  Florida |
| County | Sumter |
| Settled | 1855 |
| Incorporated | 1957 |
| Government | |
| • Type | Mayor-Council |
| Area | |
| • Total | 1.60 sq mi (4.14 km2) |
| • Land | 1.60 sq mi (4.14 km2) |
| • Water | 0.00 sq mi (0.00 km2) |
| Population
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| • Total | 778 |
| • Density | 486.55/sq mi (187.82/km2) |
| Time zone | UTC-5 (Eastern (EST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-4 (EDT) |
| ZIP code |
33597
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| Area code(s) | 352 |
| FIPS code | 12-75600 |
Webster is a small city in Sumter County, Florida, United States. It is known for its rural charm and friendly community. The city was settled in 1855 and officially became a city in 1957.
Webster is also called "Home of the Parson Brown Orange" and "The Cucumber Capital." This shows its history with farming. As of the 2020 census, about 778 people live in Webster.
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Discovering Webster's Location
Webster is located in the state of Florida. You can find its exact spot using coordinates. These are like a special address for places on Earth.
The city's coordinates are 28.613142 degrees North and -82.054043 degrees West. This means it's in the northern part of the world and west of the prime meridian.
How Big is Webster?
Webster is a small city in terms of size. It covers a total area of about 1.3 square miles (3.4 square kilometers). All of this area is land, meaning there are no large lakes or rivers within the city limits.
Understanding Webster's Climate
Webster has a warm and often humid climate. This type of weather is called a humid subtropical climate. It means the summers are hot and muggy. The winters are usually mild, not too cold.
This climate is great for growing many types of plants. It helps explain why farming has been important in Webster's history.
Who Lives in Webster?
The number of people living in Webster changes over time. We can see this by looking at past records. The city's population has varied quite a bit through the years.
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| Census | Pop. | %± | |
| 1910 | 301 | — | |
| 1920 | 361 | 19.9% | |
| 1930 | 514 | 42.4% | |
| 1940 | 454 | −11.7% | |
| 1950 | 569 | 25.3% | |
| 1960 | 366 | −35.7% | |
| 1970 | 739 | 101.9% | |
| 1980 | 856 | 15.8% | |
| 1990 | 746 | −12.9% | |
| 2000 | 805 | 7.9% | |
| 2010 | 785 | −2.5% | |
| 2020 | 778 | −0.9% | |
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In 2020, there were 778 people living in Webster. They lived in 336 households. A household is like a home where people live together. There were also 265 families.
People of Webster: A Mix of Cultures
Webster is home to people from different backgrounds. In 2020, about 36.89% of the people were White (not Hispanic). About 24.68% were Black or African American (not Hispanic).
A growing number of people in Webster are of Hispanic or Latino heritage. In 2020, they made up about 33.93% of the population. This shows the city is becoming more diverse.
Famous People from Webster
Webster is a small town, but it has produced some notable individuals. One example is Keanu Neal. He is a professional American football player. He currently plays for the Tampa Bay Buccaneers in the NFL.
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Location of Webster in Sumter County, Florida
See also
In Spanish: Webster (Florida) para niños
