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Fleming Island, FL

Fleming Island is an unincorporated community and census-designated place (CDP) in Clay County, Florida, United States. It is located 21 miles (34 km) southwest of downtown Jacksonville, on the western side of the St. Johns River, off US 17. As of the 2020 census the Fleming Island CDP had a population of 29,142, up from 27,126 at the 2010 census.[3] It is part of the Jacksonville, Florida Metropolitan Statistical Area. Fleming Island's ZIP code became 32003 in 2004, giving it a different code from Orange Park, the incorporated town to the north.

The Fleming Island CDP is located in northeastern Clay County, sharing its northern border with the southern town limits of Orange Park. To the northwest is the CDP of Lakeside. To the northeast is a portion of the city of Jacksonville, and due east is Fruit Cove in St. Johns County on the other side of the St. Johns River.

According to the U.S. Census Bureau, the Fleming Island CDP has a total area of 23.1 square miles (59.9 km²), of which 15.8 square miles (41.0 km²) is land and 7.3 square miles (18.9 km²), or 31.56%, is water. Fleming Island is bordered by water or wetlands on all sides: the St. Johns River to the east, Doctors Lake to the north, Black Creek to the south, and Swimming Pen Creek to the west. There are wetlands from Swimming Pen Creek to Black Creek that are not navigable. Some locals favor opening this to Black Creek but so far, the St. Johns Water Management District has not pursued the idea of doing this.

Fleming Island was an area of Florida settled by Irish immigrant, George Fleming (1760-1821), who received a 1,000-acre land grant from the Spanish governor of East Florida for his military service. George Fleming built a plantation in 1790 and it was named Hibernia Plantation (in what is now Hibernia, Florida), after the Latin word for Ireland. When he died in 1821, the plantation was left to his son, Col. Lewis Michael Fleming (1798-1862).

In 1942, when the area was undeveloped, the U.S. Navy constructed four asphalt runways on the site and established a Naval Outlying Field designated as NOLF Fleming Island, an auxiliary airfield to Naval Air Station Jacksonville. The Navy abandoned the auxiliary airfield in the 1960s, its runways too short to accommodate the jet aircraft then in operation at nearby NAS Jacksonville and NAS Cecil Field, and in the late 1990s, the decaying runways were demolished to make way for current residential development.

Health and wellness are integral to the lifestyle in Fleming Island. The community prioritizes healthcare services, with notable facilities such as Baptist Health providing comprehensive medical care to residents. 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. Acqualina Spa by ESPA focuses on holistic wellness with treatments inspired by European traditions and natural ingredients.

Top Sites in Fleming Island, FL: Jacksonville Zoo and Gardens, The Island Theater, Castillo de San Marcos National Monument.

Population: 29,142 (2020). ZIP Codes: 32003. Area code: 904. Area: 23.12 sq mi (59.89 km²). Elevation: NA.

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Is Fleming Island, FL expensive?

Fleming Island is part of the Jacksonville Metro metro area, which is ranked 132 out of 273 cities across the US in terms of cost of living. According to C2ER (the Council for Community and Economic Research), the cost of living in Fleming Island is estimated to be 94.6% of the national average making it an average US city. Fleming Island is ranked 132 out of 273 cities across the US in terms of cost of living. The cost of living in Fleming Island is 94.6% of the national average.

What is the ethnicity of Fleming Island, FL?

As of the census of 2010, there were 27,126 people, 9,821 households, and 7,770 families residing in the CDP. There were 10,440 housing units, 9,821 of which were occupied. The racial makeup of the town was 86.2% White, 5.2% African American, 0.3% Native American, 4.1% Asian, 0.1% Pacific Islander, 1.4% some other race, and 2.7% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 6.4% of the population. 

Is Fleming Island, FL a good place to live?

Fleming Island is a suburb of Jacksonville with a population of 29,810. Fleming Island is in Clay County and is one of the best places to live in Florida. Living in Fleming Island offers residents a sparse suburban feel and most residents own their homes. In Fleming Island, there are a lot of restaurants and parks.

Sources

Clay County

Wikipedia

Flyhomes

Niche 

Baptist Health

Ritz-Carlton Spa

Breakers Palm Beach

Lapis Spa at Fontainebleau Miami Beach

Waldorf Astoria Spa, Boca Raton

The Spa at Naples Grande

Acqualina Spa by ESPA

Jacksonville Zoo and Gardens

The Island Theater

Castillo de San Marcos National Monument

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