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Fish Hawk, FL

Fish Hawk (or FishHawk) is an unincorporated area and census-designated place (CDP) in Hillsborough County, Florida, United States. It is a suburb of Tampa and includes a portion of the community of Lithia. As of the 2020 census, the CDP had a population of 24,625. The place name is derived from Little Fishhawk Creek, a tributary of the Alafia River that joins the Alafia just west of Lithia Springs.

FishHawk is located in east-central Hillsborough County, bordered to the north by the Alafia River, which separates it from Valrico to the north and Bloomingdale to the northwest. Boyette Road borders Fish Hawk from the south and Riverview to the southwest. FishHawk is 20 miles (32 km) southeast of downtown Tampa. The older community of Lithia is in the eastern part of the CDP.

According to the United States Census Bureau, the CDP has a total area of 16.4 square miles (42.4 km²), with 16.2 square miles (42.0 km²) of land and 0.2 square miles (0.4 km²), or 1.03%, of water.

FishHawk Ranch by Newland Communities is a planned community composed of several distinct villages over 3,000+ acres. FishHawk Ranch contains several public common areas including the Park Square Town Center, the Lake House, the Palmetto Club clubhouse, the Osprey Club, the Aquatic Center, biking/walking trails, community swimming pools, gym facilities, tennis courts, lakes, and ponds. FishHawk Ranch was the first certified green new-home community in Hillsborough County. The community is part of a Community Development District and residents pay a CDD fee for their respective CDD designation or subdivision.

Fish Hawk places a strong emphasis on health and wellness, with several facilities and outdoor spaces dedicated to promoting a healthy lifestyle. Acqualina Spa by ESPA focuses on holistic wellness with treatments inspired by European traditions and natural ingredients. Mandara Spa at Loews Portofino Bay Hotel, Universal Orlando offers a range of services including massages, facials, and body treatments in a serene Italian-themed setting. Massage Envy offers a variety of massage services including Swedish massage, deep tissue massage, sports massage, and more. Hand & Stone Massage and Facial Spa provides massage therapy services such as hot stone massage, couples massage, aromatherapy massage, and prenatal massage. Elements Massage specializes in custom massages tailored to individual needs, focusing on therapeutic techniques to address specific issues like pain relief or stress reduction. Bliss Spa offers a range of massages including Swedish, deep tissue, and prenatal massages, as well as specialty treatments like their "Blissage" and "Betweeny" waxing services.

Top sites in Fish Hawk, FL are Croc Encounters, Edward Medard Conservation Park, and Alafia River State Park.

Population: 25,945 (2023). ZIP code: 33547. Area code: 813. Elevation: 62 ft (19 m). Area: 16.38 sq mi (42.43 km²).

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What are the demographics of Fish Hawk, FL?

At the time of the 2000 US Census, there were 1,991 people, 678 households, and 581 families residing in the community. The population density was 121.8 inhabitants per square mile (47.0/km2). There were 798 housing units at an average density of 48.8 per square mile (18.8/km2). The racial makeup of the community was 91.41% White, 4.12% Black, 0.15% Native American, 0.80% Asian, 2.06% from other races, and 1.46% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 6.08% of the population.

Is Fish Hawk, FL a good place to live?

Fish Hawk is a suburb of Tampa with a population of 25,179. Fish Hawk is in Hillsborough County and is one of the best places to live in Florida. Living in Fish Hawk offers residents a suburban rural mix feel and most residents own their homes. In Fish Hawk, there are a lot of parks.

Can I afford Fish Hawk, FL?

To live comfortably in Fish Hawk, Florida, a minimum annual income of $81,360 for a family, and $82,800 for a single person is recommended. A typical home costs $425,100, which is 25.7% more expensive than the national average of $338,100 and 17.3% more expensive than the average Florida home, at $362,400. Renting a two-bedroom unit in Fish Hawk costs $2,480 per month, which is 73.4% more than the national average of $1,430 and 37.1% more than the state average of $1,560.

Sources

Hillsborough County

Wikipedia

Bestplaces

Niche

Acqualina Spa by ESPA

Mandara Spa at Loews Portofino Bay Hotel

Massage Envy

Hand & Stone Massage and Facial Spa

Elements Massage

Bliss Spa

Croc Encounters

Edward Medard Conservation Park

Alafia River State Park

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