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Plant City, FL

Plant City is an incorporated city in Hillsborough County, Florida, United States, approximately midway between Brandon and Lakeland along Interstate 4. It is part of the Tampa Bay area. The population was 39,764 at the 2020 census.

Despite many thinking it was named for flora grown at plant nurseries (especially vegetables and fruits, as well as tropical houseplants) in its subtropical Gulf Coast climate, it was named after prominent railroad developer Henry B. Plan (see Plant System). Plant City is known as the winter strawberry capital of the world and hosts the annual Florida Strawberry Festival in the late winter (usually in February or early March), which is attended by people from all over the United States as well as many people from around the world.

Plant City's original name given during the middle 1800s was Ichepuckesassa (also known as Idasukshed) after the Native American village that once occupied the territory. In 1860, the community was renamed "Cork", after the postmaster's Irish hometown. It was finally given the name "Plant City" in commemoration of Henry B. Plant and his South Florida Railroad, which significantly boosted commerce in this primarily agricultural community by incorporating it on January 10, 1885.  In 1911, it was officially reincorporated from the "Town of Plant City" to the "City of Plant City".

Plant City was the spring training home of baseball's Cincinnati Reds, who played exhibition games at Plant City Stadium from 1988 to 1997.

The approximate coordinates for Plant City are located in northeastern Hillsborough County at 28°1′N 82°8′W (28.0142, –82.1289).

Interstate 4 runs through the northern part of the city, with access from Exits 17 through 25. I-4 leads east 12 miles (19 km) to Lakeland and west 23 miles (37 km) to Tampa. U.S. Route 92 is the main highway through the center of Plant City, running generally parallel to I-4. Florida State Road 39 crosses US 92 in the center of Plant City and leads north 15 miles (24 km) to Zephyrhills and south 6 miles (10 km) to Hopewell.

According to the United States Census Bureau, Plant City has a total area of 28.1 square miles (72.8 km²), of which 27.2 square miles (70.4 km²) are land and 0.93 square miles (2.4 km²), or 3.31%, is water.

The city and its surrounding area are in the Southern Flatwoods ecological community as defined by the US Department of Agriculture. The region as a whole is noted for its sandy, infertile, and poorly drained soils. In and around Plant City, however, high organic matter content and scattered phosphate nodules make many of the soils more fertile than typical for the Flatwoods.

The health and wellness scene in Plant City is well-established. The city is home to various healthcare facilities, including the Plant City Medical Center, offering a range of medical services to residents. 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 is offering 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.

Top Sites in Plant City, FL are Robert W. Willaford Railroad Museum, Dinosaur World, Sir Henry's Haunted Trail, and Florida Strawberry Festival Office.

Population: 40,367 (2022). ZIP Codes: 33563. Area codes: 813, 656. Elevation: 128 ft (39 m). Area: 29.12 sq mi (75.43 km²).

FAQs

What is the crime rate in Plant City, FL?

The crime rate in Plant City is considerably higher than the national average across all communities in America from the largest to the smallest, although at 25 crimes per one thousand residents, it is not among the communities with the very highest crime rate. The chance of becoming a victim of either violent or property crime in Plant City is 1 in 41. Based on FBI crime data, Plant City is not one of the safest communities in America. Relative to Florida, Plant City has a crime rate that is higher than 80% of the state's cities and towns of all sizes.

Is it expensive to live in Plant City, FL?

Plant City is ranked 99 out of 273 cities across the US in terms of cost of living. The cost of living in Plant City is 98.6% of the national average. The median household income in Plant City is $57,025, which is 7% less than that of the state. The median income for an individual is $33,870, which is 1% less than that of the state. The average rent in Plant City (located in Tampa-St. Petersburg-Clearwater Metro) metro area for a 2-bed home is $1,590, which is 8% more than the average rent across the US. The median home price in Plant City is $345,000 with a median price per sqft of $212.

What is Plant City, FL famous for?

It is the Winter Strawberry Capital of the World. Originally Plant City was a large cotton center. Changing its major crop to strawberries has brought it national recognition. Today, over 3/4 of the nation's midwinter strawberries come from Plant City.

Sources

City of Plant City

Wikipedia

Neighborhood Scout

Flyhomes

Plant City Medical Center

Select Physical Therapy

CORA Physical Therapy

Results Physiotherapy

Physiotherapy Associates (now ATI Physical Therapy)

HealthSouth Rehabilitation Hospital

Robert W. Willaford Railroad Museum

Dinosaur World

Sir Henry's Haunted Trail

Florida Strawberry Festival Office

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