Yulee, Florida facts for kids
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Yulee
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Census-Designated Place
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Images from top, left to right: Railroad in Yulee, Robert M. Foster Justice Center, Yulee High School, Tributary of the Nassau River
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Location in East Nassau County and the state of Florida
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| Country |  United States |
| State |  Florida |
| County | Nassau |
| Area | |
| • Total | 23.18 sq mi (60.04 km2) |
| • Land | 23.16 sq mi (59.98 km2) |
| • Water | 0.02 sq mi (0.06 km2) |
| Elevation | 36 ft (11 m) |
| Population
(2020)
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| • Total | 14,195 |
| • Density | 612.94/sq mi (236.65/km2) |
| Time zone | UTC−5 (Eastern (EST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC−4 (EDT) |
| ZIP codes |
32041, 32097
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| Area code(s) | 904, 324 |
| FIPS code | 12-79175 |
| GNIS feature ID | 0293610 |
Yulee is a special kind of community in Nassau County, Florida, in the United States. It's called a "census-designated place" (CDP), which means it's an area that looks like a town but isn't officially run by its own local government.
Yulee is located in the northeastern part of Florida. It's just south of the border between Florida and Georgia, near the St. Marys River. It's also about 24 miles north of downtown Jacksonville, Florida.
In 2020, about 14,195 people lived in Yulee. This was an increase from 11,491 people in 2010. Yulee is part of the larger Jacksonville, Florida Metropolitan Statistical Area, which has about 1.68 million people. Many people who live in Yulee travel to work in Jacksonville, at the Naval Submarine Base Kings Bay, or in other places in Southeast Georgia. Yulee is also working to bring in more businesses to help its economy grow.
Yulee is close to many important places. Within 15 miles, you can find Amelia Island, Jacksonville International Airport, and the Nassau Center of Florida State College at Jacksonville. There's also White Oak Conservation, two golf courses, and the Nassau Wildlife Management Area. Other nearby places include the Robert M. Foster Justice Center, Four Creeks State Forest, and the Florida Welcome Center on Interstate 95. The community also gets transportation services from the Jacksonville Transportation Authority.
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History of Yulee
The community of Yulee got its name from David Levy Yulee. He was a very important person in Florida's history. David Yulee helped build the Florida Railroad, which was a major railway in the state. He also served as a United States Senator for Florida. A post office was opened in Yulee in 1893.
Geography of Yulee
Yulee covers an area of about 23.18 square miles (60.04 square kilometers). The phone area codes for Yulee are 904 and 324. The ZIP codes for mail are 32041 and 32097.
Here are some neighborhoods located near Yulee:
- Blackmon/Haddock
- Blackrock
- Chester
- Flood Acres
- Heron Isles
- Hickory Village
- Hideaway and Pinewood Pointe
- Lofton Oaks
- Meadowfield Bluffs
- North Hampton
- Pirate's Wood
- Plummers Creek
- River Glen
- Roses Bluff
- Timber Creek Plantation
- Wilson Neck
- Yulee Hills
- WildLight
Population of Yulee
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| Census | Pop. | %± | |
| 1990 | 6,915 | — | |
| 2000 | 8,392 | 21.4% | |
| 2010 | 11,491 | 36.9% | |
| 2020 | 14,195 | 23.5% | |
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In 2020, there were 14,195 people living in Yulee. The population density was about 613 people per square mile (237 per square kilometer). There were 5,337 families and living groups. The average household had about 2.96 people.
The median age of people in Yulee was 37.6 years old. About 22.5% of the population was under 18 years old. Around 17.3% of the population was 65 years or older. The median income for a family in Yulee was $87,566.
Climate in Yulee
Yulee has a humid subtropical climate. This means it has mild winters and hot, humid summers. Most of the rain falls during the warmest months, from May to September. The driest time of year is from November to April. Because Yulee is close to the coast and not too far north, it usually has mild and sunny winters.
| Climate data for Nassau County, Florida | |||||||||||||
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| Month | Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec | Year |
| Mean daily maximum °F (°C) | 62.0 (16.7) |
65.8 (18.8) |
71.2 (21.8) |
76.8 (24.9) |
83.3 (28.5) |
88.0 (31.1) |
90.6 (32.6) |
89.3 (31.8) |
85.6 (29.8) |
79.2 (26.2) |
72.2 (22.3) |
64.9 (18.3) |
77.5 (25.3) |
| Daily mean °F (°C) | 53.8 (12.1) |
56.5 (13.6) |
61.9 (16.6) |
67.7 (19.8) |
75.0 (23.9) |
80.4 (26.9) |
82.6 (28.1) |
82.1 (27.8) |
79.2 (26.2) |
72.1 (22.3) |
63.9 (17.7) |
56.3 (13.5) |
69.3 (20.7) |
| Mean daily minimum °F (°C) | 44.5 (6.9) |
47.2 (8.4) |
52.6 (11.4) |
58.6 (14.8) |
66.7 (19.3) |
72.8 (22.7) |
74.6 (23.7) |
74.9 (23.8) |
72.8 (22.7) |
65.0 (18.3) |
55.6 (13.1) |
47.6 (8.7) |
61.1 (16.2) |
| Average precipitation inches (mm) | 3.42 (87) |
3.20 (81) |
3.92 (100) |
2.82 (72) |
2.31 (59) |
5.27 (134) |
5.52 (140) |
5.82 (148) |
6.91 (176) |
4.59 (117) |
2.08 (53) |
2.95 (75) |
48.81 (1,240) |
| Average precipitation days (≥ 0.01 in) | 9.1 | 8.4 | 8.4 | 5.9 | 6.0 | 11.5 | 11.9 | 12.5 | 11.8 | 8.1 | 7.3 | 8.2 | 109.1 |
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Economy and Activities in Yulee
Yulee has many outdoor festivals and events, including the yearly Holiday Festival and Parade. There are also many places to eat, like restaurants and cafes. For fun in the evenings, Yulee has places where people can hang out. The community also has a sports complex and a gymnasium for sports and exercise.
Yulee is home to two excellent golf courses. The Golf Club at North Hampton was partly designed by Arnold Palmer. The Amelia National Golf & Country Club was designed by Tom Fazio. Both courses have 18 holes.
The Nassau County Economic Development Board is based in Yulee. This group works to encourage businesses to move to or grow in Nassau County. The Nassau County Sheriff's Office also has its main office in Yulee. In 2017, the University of Florida announced plans to build two health and fitness centers in Yulee. In 2018, a large energy company called Florida Public Utilities moved its main office to Yulee.
The Florida Welcome Center is in northern Yulee, near the Florida-Georgia state line on I-95. This center gives visitors information about travel, highways, sports, and attractions in Florida. They even offer a free cup of Florida citrus juice, like orange or grapefruit juice, to visitors.
In 2017, the company Rayonier opened a new main office in Yulee. Rayonier also shared plans to develop a large area called Wildlight. This project will turn 24,000 acres of pine forest into a community with homes, offices, medical facilities, shops, and schools. Rayonier worked with Nassau County to build Wildlight Elementary School, which opened in 2017.
Education in Yulee
Higher Education
Florida State College at Jacksonville (FSCJ) has a campus in Yulee called the Betty P. Cook Nassau Center. This college is part of the Florida College System. It offers many courses, certificates, and degree programs for people in Nassau County. The campus also has a 16-acre Outdoor Education Center, which is a natural space for learning.
Other colleges nearby include the University of North Florida and Jacksonville University in Jacksonville.
Library
The Yulee Branch Library is part of the Nassau County Public Library System. It is located at the FSCJ Nassau Center in Yulee.
Schools for Kids
Public schools in Yulee and Nassau County are managed by Nassau County Public Schools. There are 21 schools in the system, with over 11,000 students.
Here are some of the public schools in Yulee:
- Yulee High School (grades 9-12)
- Yulee Middle School (grades 6-8)
- Wildlight Elementary School (Kindergarten-5th grade)
- Yulee Elementary School (grades 3-5)
- Yulee Primary School (Pre-Kindergarten-2nd grade)
There is also a private school:
- Faith Christian Academy (Pre-Kindergarten-12th grade)
Adult Learning
Yulee offers classes for adults at the FSCJ Nassau Center and the Yulee Public Library.
Healthcare in Yulee
There are 14 hospitals located in or near the Yulee area.
Parks in Yulee
Yulee has three different parks for everyone to enjoy:
- Goffinsville Nassau River Park & Boat Ramp: This park has places for fishing, picnic areas, restrooms, and a boat ramp.
- John Muir Ecological Park: This park has a 1/4-mile trail. It honors John Muir's journey across Florida in 1867.
- Yulee Sports Complex & Gymnasium: This complex has lighted fields for baseball, softball, and football. It also has play equipment, picnic tables, tennis courts, and basketball courts.
Notable People from Yulee
- George Crady (born 1931) - A former member of the Florida House of Representatives.
- Kyle Denney (born 1977) - A former professional baseball player for the Cleveland Indians.
- Derrick Henry (born 1994) - A football running back for the Baltimore Ravens and a Heisman Trophy winner.
- Apple Pope - An American rugby league player who plays for the United States national rugby league team.
- Tom Schwartz - An entrepreneur and TV personality from the show 'Vanderpump Rules'.
- D. J. Stewart (born 1993) - A professional baseball outfielder for the New York Mets, who also played for the Baltimore Orioles.
- Zack Taylor (1898–1974) - A professional baseball player, coach, scout, and manager. He was also a player and manager for the St. Louis Browns.
Images for kids
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Faith Christian Academy
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Yulee Primary School
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Yulee Elementary School
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Yulee Middle School
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George Crady
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D. J. Stewart
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Zack Taylor
Gallery
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Nassau River in Yulee
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White Oak Conservation
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White Oak Golf Course
See also
In Spanish: Yulee para niños
