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Haines City, FL

Haines City is a city in Polk County, Florida, United States. Its population was 26,669 at the 2020 census. It is part of the Lakeland–Winter Haven Metropolitan Statistical Area.

The approximate coordinates for the City of Haines City is located at 28°06′37″N 81°36′56″W, within the Central Florida Highlands area of the Atlantic coastal plain, part of the Lake Wales Ridge, a sandy terrain consisting of a low ridge of gently rolling hills rising from the coastal flatlands.

According to the United States Census Bureau, the city has a total area of 19.8 square miles (51 km²), of which 8.3 square miles (21 km²) is land and 0.6 square miles (1.6 km²), 7.27% of the total, is water.

Haines City was platted in 1885, shortly after the South Florida Railroad reached the area. The city was first known as "Clay Cut", but there was no railroad station. It is said that the inhabitants persuaded the railroad company to build a station by agreeing to rename their city Haines City, to honor a senior railroad official, former Confederate States Army Colonel Henry Haines.

Haines City was originally incorporated under the General Statutes of Florida as the "Town of Haines City" on February 23, 1914. The first state legislative act affecting it was enacted on May 20, 1919, and, by Chapter 8272, it was reincorporated as the "City of Haines City" on January 5, 1925, under a Mayor-Council form of government. The present charter was adopted as Chapter 12790 on July 1, 1927, changing the form of government to "Commission-Manager Plan," as amended. 

The city places a significant emphasis on health and wellness, offering a range of amenities and services dedicated to enhancing residents' well-being. Select Physical Therapy offers comprehensive physical therapy services, including orthopedic rehabilitation, sports medicine, manual therapy, and specialized programs for various conditions. CORA Physical Therapy is providing personalized physical therapy programs for musculoskeletal injuries, post-surgical rehabilitation, balance and fall prevention, and occupational therapy services. Results Physiotherapy offers evidence-based physical therapy treatments for pain management, sports injuries, spine conditions, and neurological disorders. Physiotherapy Associates (now ATI Physical Therapy) is providing individualized rehabilitation programs, sports performance enhancement, work injury prevention, and wellness services. HealthSouth Rehabilitation Hospital offers inpatient and outpatient rehabilitation services, including physical therapy, occupational therapy, and speech therapy. Fyzical Therapy & Balance Centers is specializing in physical therapy for balance and vestibular disorders, orthopedic conditions, chronic pain management, and pre/post-surgical rehabilitation.

Top sites in Haines City, FL are Allen David Broussard Catfish Creek, Fantasy of Flight, and LEGOLAND Florida Resort. 

Population: 42,073 (2024). ZIP codes: 33844-33845. Area code: 863. Elevation: 164 ft (50 m). Area: 20.10 sq mi (52.06 km²).

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Is Haines City, FL a good place to live?

When it comes to location, you already know Haines City hits the mark as the center point between the Gulf and Atlantic coasts. Another point worth mentioning is its proximity to I-4, allowing residents to quickly hop on the interstate and have access to attractions all over the state. If you're looking for a community that's safe, special, and full of fun (with a growing economy to boot), Haines City is for you. With amazing neighborhoods like Hammock Reserve, Cypress Park Estates, and more, there are plenty of options for you to consider.

What is the racial makeup of Haines City, FL?

As of the census of 2000, there were 13,174 people, 4,749 households, and 3,409 families residing in the city. The population density was 1,588.7 inhabitants per square mile (613.4/km²). There were 6,283 housing units at an average density of 757.7 per square mile (292.5/km²). The racial makeup of the city was 54.87% White, 31.86% African American, 0.52% Native American, 0.39% Asian, 0.04% Pacific Islander, 10.42% from other races, and 1.90% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 23.33% of the population.

What is the crime rate in Haines City, FL?

Haines City has an overall crime rate of 10 per 1,000 residents, making the crime rate here near the average for all cities and towns of all sizes in America. According to our analysis of FBI crime data, your chance of becoming a victim of crime in Haines City is 1 in 96. How does Haines City fare compared to other communities in Florida of all population sizes? Haines City's crime rate is lower than approximately 57% of Florida communities.

Sources

City of Haines

Wikipedia

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Select Physical Therapy

CORA Physical Therapy

Results Physiotherapy

Physiotherapy Associates (now ATI Physical Therapy)

HealthSouth Rehabilitation Hospital

Fyzical Therapy & Balance Centers

Allen David Broussard Catfish Creek

Fantasy of Flight

LEGOLAND Florida Resort

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