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Doctor Phillips, FL

Dr. Phillips is a census-designated place and an unincorporated area in Orange County, Florida, United States. It is a suburb of Orlando and is part of the Orlando–Kissimmee–Sanford, Florida Metropolitan Statistical Area. The population was 12,328 at the 2020 census.

The area of Dr. Phillips is named after Philip Phillips, a Central Florida citrus magnate. He was responsible for several key innovations in the processing and packaging of orange juice. By the early 1920s, he owned thousands of acres of groves, stretching across nine Central Florida counties and extending from Conroy Road on the north to the south end of the Sand Lake Chain, encompassing all of what is now Bay Hill, Orange Tree, Sand Lake Hills, Clubhouse Estates and Turkey Lake Park

According to the United States Census Bureau, the CDP has a total area of 12.6 km² (4.9 sq mi²), of which 8.8 km² (3.4 sq mi²) is land and 3.8 km² (1.5 sq mi²) (29.90%) is water.

As of the 2010 census, the CDP had a population of 10,981; 65.9% of which was non-Hispanic White, 4.1% African American, 0.2% Native American, 9.9% Asian, and 3.7 from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 12.9% of the population.

Health and wellness are integral aspects of life in Doctor Phillips. The area is home to several healthcare facilities, including the Orlando Health Dr. P. Phillips Hospital, which offers a wide range of medical services to residents and visitors alike. The Ritz-Carlton Spa, Orlando, Grande Lakes offers a luxurious retreat with a range of treatments including massages, facials, and body therapies. The Breakers Palm Beach is situated in Palm Beach, this historic resort features a lavish spa offering ocean-inspired treatments, wellness programs, and beauty services. Lapis Spa at Fontainebleau Miami Beach boasts a stunning design and a wide array of services such as massages, body scrubs, and hydrotherapy. Waldorf Astoria Spa, Boca Raton offers a tranquil setting with personalized treatments, relaxation lounges, and a full-service salon. The Spa at Naples Grande provides a peaceful atmosphere with services like massages, facials, body wraps, and a private outdoor meditation lounge.

Top sites in Doctor Phillips, FL are Magic Kingdom Park, Disney's Animal Kingdom Theme Park, and SeaWorld Orlando.

Population: 12,458 (2023). ZIP code: 32819. Area code: 407. Elevation: 121 ft (37 m). Area: 4.72 sq mi (12.22 km²).

FAQs

What are the demographics of Doctor Phillips, FL?

As of the census of 2000, there were 9,548 people; 3,451 households; and 2,691 families residing in the CDP. The population density was 1,084.3/km² (2,808.4/mi²). There were 3,769 housing units at an average density of 428.0/km² (1,108.6/mi²). The racial makeup of the CDP was 84.14% White; 3.05% African American; 0.06% Native American; 4.46% Asian; 0.03% Pacific Islander; 1.94% from other races; and 2.31% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 8.36% of the population.

Is Dr. Phillips, FL a good neighborhood?

Doctor Phillips is a suburb of Orlando with a population of 12,278. Doctor Phillips is in Orange County and is one of the best places to live in Florida. Living in Doctor Phillips offers residents a dense suburban feel and most residents own their homes.

Why is it called Dr. Phillips in Orlando?

The community was named after Dr. Philip Phillips. He is a pioneer in the citrus industry who eventually sold the bulk of his property to Minute Maid in the 1950s. The property he owned in southwest Orange County was sold to developers who built the Bay Hill subdivision as well as other neighboring communities.

Sources

Orange County

Wikipedia

Niche

Orlando Health Dr. P. Phillips Hospital

Ritz-Carlton Spa

Breakers Palm Beach

Lapis Spa at Fontainebleau Miami Beach

Waldorf Astoria Spa, Boca Raton

The Spa at Naples Grande

Magic Kingdom Park

Disney's Animal Kingdom Theme Park

SeaWorld Orlando

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