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Avon Park, FL

Avon Park is a city in Highlands County, Florida, United States. As of the 2020 census, the population was 9,658, up from the 2010 census when the population was 8,836, but down from the estimated population of 10,695 in 2018. It is the oldest city in Highlands County and was named after Stratford-upon-Avon, England.

Avon Park is located in northwestern Highlands County at 27°35′40″N 81°30′12″W (27.594418, –81.503437). 27/98 is the main highway through the city, leading north 23 miles (37 km) to Lake Wales and south 10 miles (16 km) to Sebring. Florida State Road 17 (Main Street) leads east through the center of Avon Park, then south 10 miles to the center of Sebring. Florida State Road 64 leads west from Avon Park 19 miles (31 km) to Zolfo Springs.

According to the U.S. Census Bureau, Avon Park has a total area of 8.2 square miles (21.2 km²), of which 7.1 square miles (18.5 km²) are land and 1.0 square mile (2.6 km²), or 12.43%, are water.

The city is located in a karst landscape underlain by the limestone Florida Platform, and numerous circular lakes are either within the city limits (Lake Tulane, Lake Verona, and Lake Isis) or border the city (Lake Anoka, Lake Lelia, Lake Glenada, Lake Lotela, Lake Denton, Little Red Water Lake, Pioneer Lake, Lake Brentwood, Lake Byrd, Lake Damon, and Lake Lillian).

The commitment to health and wellness in Avon Park is evident through its healthcare services. The Highlands Regional Medical Center, a prominent medical institution, ensures that both residents and visitors have access to quality healthcare. Planet Fitness is known for its affordable membership options and offering cardio and strength equipment, group fitness classes, and a judgment-free atmosphere. Orangetheory Fitness offers high-intensity interval training (HIIT) workouts that combine cardio and strength training for a full-body workout. YMCA provides fitness facilities, group classes, swimming pools, and community programs for people of all ages and fitness levels. Equinox offers premium fitness facilities, personalized training, group fitness classes, spa services, and wellness amenities. Crunch Fitness offers a diverse range of workouts including group fitness classes, personal training, and specialized programs like HIIT and yoga.

Top sites in Avon Park, FL are Avon Park Depot Museum, Peter Powell Roberts Museum of Art & HCA Cultural Center, and Donaldson Park.

Population: 10,219 (2023). ZIP codes: 33825-33826. Area code: 863. Elevation: 121 ft (37 m). Area:10.45 sq mi (27.06 km²).

FAQs

Is Avon Park considered Central, FL?

Avon Park, often referred to as the City of Charm, is situated in Highlands County, Florida. Located in the heart of Central Florida, this city is renowned for its citrus industry and the unique mile-long mall that stretches along the median of Main Street. Avon Park has a population of close to 10,000 residents and covers an area of about 7.1 square miles.

What is the poverty rate in Avon Park, FL?

In 2022, the median household income of Avon Park households was $35,340. Avon Park households made slightly more than Dunnellon households ($34,930) and Pomona Park households ($35,000). However, 20.7% of Avon Park families live in poverty.

What is the history of Avon Park, FL?

The first permanent white settler in Avon Park was Oliver Martin Crosby, a Connecticut native who moved to the area in 1884 to study the wildlife of the Everglades. By 1886, enough people had followed that the "Town of Lake Forest" was founded. As president of the Florida Development Company, he recruited settlers to the area, many of whom were from England, including many from the town of Stratford-upon-Avon, who gave the town its name. 

Sources

City of Avon Park

Wikipedia

Florida Demographics

Highlands Regional Medical Center

Planet Fitness

Orangetheory Fitness

YMCA

Equinox

Crunch Fitness

Avon Park Depot Museum

Peter Powell Roberts Museum of Art & HCA Cultural Center

Donaldson Park

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