Zephyrhills South, Florida facts for kids
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Zephyrhills South, Florida
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This map shows where Zephyrhills South is located in Pasco County and the state of Florida.
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| Country | United States |
| State | Florida |
| County | Pasco |
| Area | |
| • Total | 1.98 sq mi (5.12 km2) |
| • Land | 1.98 sq mi (5.12 km2) |
| • Water | 0.00 sq mi (0.00 km2) |
| Population
(2020)
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| • Total | 4,985 |
| • Density | 2,521.50/sq mi (973.66/km2) |
| Time zone | UTC-5 (Eastern (EST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-4 (EDT) |
| FIPS code | 12-79237 |
Zephyrhills South is a community located in Pasco County, Florida, United States. It is known as a census-designated place (CDP). This means it's an area that looks like a town but doesn't have its own local government. Instead, the government counts its population and gathers information about it. According to the 2020 census, about 4,985 people live in Zephyrhills South.
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Exploring Zephyrhills South
Where is Zephyrhills South?
Zephyrhills South is located in the sunny state of Florida. You can find it using these coordinates: 28°12′59″N 82°11′15″W / 28.21639°N 82.18750°W. The area covers about 1.9 square miles, which is about 5.0 square kilometers of land.
What's the Climate Like?
The weather in Zephyrhills South, like much of Florida, is generally warm. It has hot summers and mild winters. This makes it a pleasant place for many people to live or visit.
| Climate data for Zephyrhills | |||||||||||||
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| Month | Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec | Year |
| Mean daily maximum °F (°C) | 71 (22) |
73 (23) |
77 (25) |
82 (28) |
87 (31) |
90 (32) |
90 (32) |
91 (33) |
88 (31) |
83 (28) |
76 (24) |
72 (22) |
82 (28) |
| Mean daily minimum °F (°C) | 52 (11) |
53 (12) |
56 (13) |
62 (17) |
67 (19) |
71 (22) |
73 (23) |
73 (23) |
72 (22) |
66 (19) |
58 (14) |
53 (12) |
63 (17) |
| Average precipitation inches (mm) | 2.2 (56) |
2.3 (58) |
4.5 (110) |
3.3 (84) |
3.2 (81) |
6.7 (170) |
8.7 (220) |
6.9 (180) |
6.5 (170) |
3.3 (84) |
1.7 (43) |
2.1 (53) |
51.4 (1,310) |
| Source: Weatherbase | |||||||||||||
Who Calls Zephyrhills South Home?
Zephyrhills South has seen its population change over the years.
| Historical population | |||
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| Census | Pop. | %± | |
| 1980 | 1,986 | — | |
| 1990 | 2,514 | 26.6% | |
| 2000 | 4,435 | 76.4% | |
| 2010 | 5,276 | 19.0% | |
| 2020 | 4,985 | −5.5% | |
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According to the 2020 census, 4,985 people lived in the area. In 2000, the population was 4,435 people. The community is home to many different people. Most residents identify as White. There are also smaller groups of African American, Native American, and Asian residents. Some people identify with two or more races. About 2.64% of the population in 2000 identified as Hispanic or Latino.
In 2000, there were 2,199 households in Zephyrhills South. A household is a group of people living together in one home. Many of these households were made up of married couples. Some households included children under 18. A notable feature of Zephyrhills South is its older population. In 2000, about 47% of the people were 65 years old or older. The average age of residents was 63 years. This means it is a popular place for retirees.
See also
In Spanish: Zephyrhills South para niños
