Altamonte Springs is a suburban city in Central Florida in Seminole County, Florida, United States, which had a population of 46,231 at the 2020 United States Census. The city is in the northern suburbs of the Orlando–Kissimmee–Sanford Metropolitan Statistical Area, which the United States Census Bureau estimated had a population of 2,673,376 in 2020.
Altamonte Springs | |
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St. Mary Magdalene's Church Skyline of Altamonte Springs viewed from Interstate 4, with the unfinished Majesty Building in the background. | |
 Location of Altamonte Springs in Seminole County, Florida. | |
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| Coordinates: 28°39′41″N 81°23′43″W / 28.66139°N 81.39528°W | |
| Country |  United States |
| State |  Florida |
| County | Seminole |
| Settled | c. 1870 |
| Incorporated | November 11, 1920 |
| Government | |
| • Type | Commission–Manager |
| • Mayor | Pat Bates |
| • Vice Mayor | Sarah Reece |
| • Commissioners | Jim Turney, Mike Brunscheen, and Bob O'Malley |
| • City Manager | Franklin W. Martz, II |
| • City Clerk | Angie Apperson |
| Area | |
| • Total | 9.70 sq mi (25.13 km2) |
| • Land | 9.10 sq mi (23.57 km2) |
| • Water | 0.60 sq mi (1.56 km2) |
| Elevation | 79 ft (24 m) |
| Population (2020) | |
| • Total | 46,231 |
| • Density | 5,080.89/sq mi (1,961.72/km2) |
| Time zone | UTC−5 (Eastern (EST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC−4 (EDT) |
| ZIP Codes | 32701, 32707, 32714, 32730, 32751 |
| Area codes | 407 and 689 |
| FIPS code | 12-00950 |
| GNIS feature ID | 2403089[2] |
| Website | www.altamonte.org |
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Dr. Washington Kilmer of Cincinnati was the first person of European background to settle into the area circa 1870, and he named the area Altamonte. In 1882, the Altamonte Land, Hotel and Navigation Company, founded by Thomas C. Simpson and four other Massachusetts businessmen, gave the area its present name: Altamonte Springs. The company developed the core community along Altamonte Avenue (today's SR 436) between Maitland and Longwood Avenues (today's Ronald Reagan Boulevard). On November 11, 1920, the residents of Altamonte Springs voted 38 to 7 in favor of incorporation.[3]
Geography
editThe approximate coordinates for the City of Altamonte Springs is located at 28°39′41″N 81°23′31″W / 28.661463°N 81.392016°W (28.661463, –81.392016).[4]
According to the United States Census Bureau, the city has a total area of 9.4 mi2 (24.5 km2), of which 8.9 mi2 (23.1 km2) is land and 0.6 mi2 (1.5 km2) (5.93%) is water.
Climate
editThe climate in this area is characterized by hot, humid summers and generally mild winters. According to the Köppen climate classification, the City of Altamonte Springs has a humid subtropical climate zone (Cfa).
Demographics
edit| Census | Pop. | Note | %± |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1920 | 441 | — | |
| 1930 | 281 | −36.3% | |
| 1940 | 551 | 96.1% | |
| 1950 | 858 | 55.7% | |
| 1960 | 1,212 | 41.3% | |
| 1970 | 4,391 | 262.3% | |
| 1980 | 22,028 | 401.7% | |
| 1990 | 34,879 | 58.3% | |
| 2000 | 41,200 | 18.1% | |
| 2010 | 41,496 | 0.7% | |
| 2020 | 46,231 | 11.4% | |
| U.S. Decennial Census[5] 2018 Estimate[6] | |||
2010 and 2020 census
edit| Race | Pop 2010[7] | Pop 2020[8] | % 2010 | % 2020 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| White (NH) | 23,678 | 20,899 | 57.06% | 45.21% |
| Black or African American (NH) | 5,288 | 7,042 | 12.74% | 15.23% |
| Native American or Alaska Native (NH) | 94 | 92 | 0.23% | 0.20% |
| Asian (NH) | 1,356 | 1,631 | 3.27% | 3.53% |
| Pacific Islander or Native Hawaiian (NH) | 21 | 15 | 0.05% | 0.03% |
| Some other race (NH) | 116 | 308 | 0.28% | 0.67% |
| Two or more races/Multiracial (NH) | 876 | 2,077 | 2.11% | 4.49% |
| Hispanic or Latino (any race) | 10,067 | 14,167 | 24.26% | 30.64% |
| Total | 41,496 | 46,231 | 100.00% | 100.00% |
As of the 2020 United States census, there were 46,231 people, 19,732 households, and 10,169 families residing in the city.[9]
As of the 2010 United States census, there were 41,496 people, 18,045 households, and 10,083 families residing in the city.[10]
2000 census
editAs of the census of 2000, there were 41,200 people, 18,821 households, and 10,012 families residing in the city. The population density was 4,631.1 inhabitants per square mile (1,788.1/km2). There were 19,992 housing units at an average density of 2,247.2 per square mile (867.6/km2). The racial makeup of the city was 79.23% White, 9.72% African American, 0.33% Native American, 2.94% Asian, 0.04% Pacific Islander, 4.79% from other races, and 2.94% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 15.93% of the population.
In 2000, there were 18,821 households, out of which 24.8% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 37.1% were married couples living together, 12.0% had a female householder with no husband present, and 46.8% were non-families. 36.1% of all households were made up of individuals, and 6.7% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.17 and the average family size was 2.86.
In 2000, in the city, the population was spread out, with 20.4% under the age of 18, 10.8% from 18 to 24, 37.1% from 25 to 44, 21.0% from 45 to 64, and 10.7% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 34 years. For every 100 females, there were 92.6 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 89.6 males.
In 2000, the median income for a household in the city was $41,578, and the median income for a family was $49,082. Males had a median income of $34,413 versus $28,897 for females. The per capita income for the city was $23,216. About 5.6% of families and 7.4% of the population were below the poverty line, including 9.5% of those under age 18 and 6.4% of those age 65 or over.
Government
editAltamonte Springs has a city manager, city commissioner form of government (commission-manager), consisting of four commission districts and the mayor serving citywide.
Education
editThe City of Altamonte Springs' public schools are a part of Seminole County Public Schools.
Altamonte Springs is served by 4 public elementary schools (K–5); 2 public middle school (6–8); and 2 public high school (9–12). The City of Altamonte Springs is also home to a branch of Seminole State College of Florida. Additionally, Altamonte Springs boasts 10 percent more college graduates per capita than the Florida average, and is just a few miles away from the University of Central Florida and Rollins College.
Elementary
edit- Altamonte Elementary School
- Forest City Elementary School
- Lake Oriental Elementary School
- Spring Lake Elementary School
Middle
edit- Milwee Middle School
- Teague Middle School
High
editPrivate
edit- Altamonte Christian School
- Annunciation Catholic Academy
- Forest Lake Academy
- Forest Lake Education Center
- Pace Brantley Hall School
- Saint Mary Magdalen School
College
editLibrary
editServing the needs of residents since 1960, the Altamonte Springs City Library houses a permanent collection of 44,000 items.[citation needed].
The city announced closure of the library on August 31, 2024 citing budget constraints and rising costs. Residents will be able to use the Seminole County Public Library.[11] However, the city held a special meeting to discuss the library shutting down, and residents argued to commissioners that the library should not shut down and is vital to the city.[12]
Community
editCranes Roost Park and Uptown Altamonte
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Cranes Roost Park, Cranes Roost Lake, and the general area on State Road 436 east of Interstate 4 is known as the central area of the city. This is the area that borders Interstate 4 which is the main interstate highway for Central Florida connecting Daytona Beach, Orlando, and Tampa. An outdoor town center was recently opened named 'Uptown Altamonte' which marks the central business district of the city. Cranes Roost at Uptown Altamonte features a water fountain choreographed to classical, swing and contemporary music.
This city center incorporates large-scale apartment buildings and planned high rise condominiums. The construction also includes mixed use shops and retailers. The park area includes a square for weddings, festivals, and city holidays. The spot has become popular with Altamonte Springs residents, and attracts residents from nearby Longwood, Casselberry, and Maitland. Future plans include two high rise residential structures (in excess of 10 stories) and a series of parking structures to facilitate visitors.
The area includes the Altamonte Mall, a 4-anchor indoor shopping mall, which includes an 18-screen AMC Theatre. Many restaurants are located near the mall.
Special events
editSince 1995 Altamonte Springs has been host city to the Red, Hot, & Boom annual firework festival each July 3 in celebration of Independence Day. The event, which includes musical performances by nationally and internationally known entertainers and a custom fireworks show with over 15,000 shells, has drawn 200,000 people in recent years, and is Central Florida's largest Independence Day Celebration.[13][14][15]
Parks and recreation
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Parks and events
edit- A Petrified Forest (Halloween Event)
- Bird Watchers Wanted
- Cranes Roost
- Earth Day Event
- Hermits Trail & Turnbull Ave
- Jr. Rangers Program
- Lake Lotus Nature Park
- Lake Orienta Public Boat Ramp
- Red, Hot, and Boom (Fourth of July Event)
- Sunshine Park[16]
Recreation areas
edit- Eastmonte
- Lake Brantley Sports Complex
- Merrill Park
- Westmonte
- Winwood Park [17]
Infrastructure
edit
Transportation
editAirports
editAltamonte Springs is served primarily by Orlando International Airport, which is located 30 minutes south. Orlando Sanford International Airport, located 25 minutes north, also serves the area. Orlando Executive Airport, located 20 minutes south, is used for charter flights and general aviation.
Bus service
editAltamonte Springs is served by Lynx, offering local transit service which covers the three-county area (Osceola-Orange-Seminole).
Rail
editAltamonte Springs is served by SunRail, the Central Florida Commuter Rail system. The station opened on May 1, 2014.
Healthcare
editOnly one hospital is in Altamonte Springs and that is AdventHealth Altamonte Springs.[18]
Notable people
edit- Lauren Boebert, U.S. Representative for Colorado's 3rd congressional district
- Blake Bortles, former NFL quarterback for the Jacksonville Jaguars
- Nathaniel Jeremiah Bradlee, architect (vacationed in Altamonte Springs)
- Selwyn Carrol, member of the Alaska House of Representatives
- Chris DiMarco, professional golfer
- Patrick DiMarco, NFL free agent fullback
- Danielle Fotopoulos, soccer coach and former player
- Nick Franklin, MLB free agent
- John Gast, former MLB pitcher
- Ashleigh Gnat, gymnast and member of the LSU Tigers women's gymnastics team
- Benjamin F. Haines, attorney and member of the Massachusetts House of Representatives
- Charles Delemere Haines, businessman and member of the U.S. House of Representatives
- Alcee Hastings, judge and member of the U.S. House of Representatives
- Hedy Lamarr, actress (1914–2000), in her final retirement years.[19]
- Kam Lee, an early member of Death as well as a member of Massacre
- Mark Lewis, Arena Football League kicker
- Daniel Rosario, Puerto Rican footballer
- Rick Rozz, an early member of Death and a founder of Massacre
- Chuck Schuldiner, musician and founding member of Death and Control Denied
- Courtney Schulhoff, convicted murderer
- Anfernee Simons, NBA player for the Portland Trail Blazers
- Jennifer Sullivan, member of the Florida House of Representatives
- Rickie Weeks Jr., retired MLB second baseman
- Ian Williams, former NFL player for the San Francisco 49ers
See also
editReferences
edit- ^ "2020 U.S. Gazetteer Files". United States Census Bureau. Retrieved October 31, 2021.
- ^ a b U.S. Geological Survey Geographic Names Information System: Altamonte Springs, Florida
- ^ Robison, Jim (2002). Altamonte Springs. Arcadia Publishing. p. 21. ISBN 9780738513973. Retrieved January 25, 2018.
- ^ "US Gazetteer files: 2010, 2000, and 1990". United States Census Bureau. February 12, 2011. Retrieved April 23, 2011.
- ^ United States Census Bureau. "Census of Population and Housing". Archived from the original on April 26, 2015. Retrieved November 18, 2013.
- ^ "Population Estimates". United States Census Bureau. Retrieved June 8, 2018.
- ^ "P2 HISPANIC OR LATINO, AND NOT HISPANIC OR LATINO BY RACE - 2010: DEC Redistricting Data (PL 94-171) - Altamonte Springs city, Florida". United States Census Bureau.
- ^ "P2 HISPANIC OR LATINO, AND NOT HISPANIC OR LATINO BY RACE - 2020: DEC Redistricting Data (PL 94-171) - Altamonte Springs city, Florida". United States Census Bureau.
- ^ "S1101 HOUSEHOLDS AND FAMILIES - 2020: Altamonte Springs city, Florida". United States Census Bureau.
- ^ "S1101 HOUSEHOLDS AND FAMILIES - 2010: Altamonte Springs city, Florida". United States Census Bureau.
- ^ Gramaho, Mike Altamonte Springs library to close permanently this fall. WESH 2.July 8, 2024
- ^ Library saved after push from Altamonte Springs residents Fox 35 Orlando. July 19, 2024.
- ^ Correspondent, Joe Van Leer Sentinel (June 28, 1997). "CITY 'RED HOT' OVER 'BOOM' EVENT". OrlandoSentinel.com.
{{cite web}}:|last=has generic name (help) - ^ "Archived copy". Archived from the original on September 21, 2020. Retrieved November 13, 2020.
{{cite web}}: CS1 maint: archived copy as title (link) - ^ Russell, Kevin Williams, Ty (July 3, 2018). "9 facts about Red Hot & Boom 2018". WFTV.
{{cite web}}: CS1 maint: multiple names: authors list (link) - ^ "Events". Uptown Altamonte. Retrieved January 25, 2018.
- ^ "Altamonte Springs Park Locator". Altamonte Springs Park Locator. Retrieved January 25, 2018.
- ^ Lynch, Ryan (June 21, 2023). "AdventHealth Altamonte Springs ramps up $50M worth of renovations". Orlando Business Journal. Retrieved August 4, 2023.
- ^ Hedy Lamarr accused of shoplifting from Orlando drugstore, UPI, Aug. 2, 1991
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