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Sun City Center, FL

Sun City Center is an unincorporated census-designated place (CDP) in southern Hillsborough County, Florida, United States. It is located south of Tampa and north of Sarasota on I-75. As of the 2020 census, the population was 30,952. The ZIP Code serving the community is 33573.

Sun City Center is an age-restricted community, which consists of single-family dwellings, duplexes, townhouses, and apartment buildings. It has its hospital and several nursing home facilities. It is legal to drive golf carts on the wide, palm-lined streets during daylight hours, and most shopping has special parking slots for the same. There are about seven golf courses, various hobby shops, and an outdoor and two indoor pools in the main clubhouse area. There are clubs for almost any interest or hobby, including ham radio, computers, art, woodworking, photography, sewing, cards, investments, and dancing.

Sun City Center is located in southern Hillsborough County at 27°42′48″N 82°21′35″W (27.713353, -82.359659). It is bordered to the northwest by Apollo Beach, to the northeast by Balm, to the east by Wimauma, and the west by Ruskin. Interstate 75 forms the northwestern edge of the CDP, with access from Exit 240, Sun City Center Boulevard (State Road 674). U.S. Route 301 forms the eastern edge of the CDP, and the southern edge follows the Little Manatee River. Tampa is 24 miles (39 km) to the north, and Bradenton is 21 miles (34 km) to the southwest via I-75, or 25 miles (40 km) via US-301.

According to the United States Census Bureau, Sun City Center has a total area of 16.6 square miles (43.0 km²), of which 15.8 square miles (40.8 km²) are land and 0.85 square miles (2.2 km²), or 5.20%, are water.

In terms of health and wellness, Sun City Center provides a range of amenities and programs to support residents' well-being. CORA Physical Therapy provides 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) provides individualized rehabilitation programs, sports performance enhancement, work injury prevention, and wellness services. HealthSouth Rehabilitation Hospital offers inpatient and outpatient rehabilitation services, including physical, occupational, and speech therapy. Fyzical Therapy & Balance Centers specializes in physical therapy for balance and vestibular disorders, orthopedic conditions, chronic pain management, and pre/post-surgical rehabilitation. NovaCare Rehabilitation offers physical therapy services for sports injuries, orthopedic conditions, post-stroke rehabilitation, pediatric therapy, and women's health.

Top Sites in Sun City Center, FL: Little Manatee River State Park, Southshore Bay Lagoon, Sun City Center Historical Marker.

Population: 24,000 (2021). Elevation: 35 ft (11 m). ZIP Code: 33573. Area code: 813. Area: 12.4 square miles (32.1 km²).

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What are the demographics of Sun City Center, FL?

As of the census of 2000, there were 16,321 people, 9,149 households, and 5,434 families residing in the community. The population density was 1,303.0 inhabitants per square mile (503.1/km2). There were 10,500 housing units at an average density of 838.3 per square mile (323.7/km2). The racial makeup of the community was 98.96% White, 0.13% African American, 0.08% Native American, 0.40% Asian, 0.07% Pacific Islander, 0.14% from other races, and 0.21% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 1.19% of the population.

How much does it cost to live in Sun City Center, FL?

Sun City Center is a Census-designated place in Hillsborough County, Florida, with a population of 23,480. The total cost of housing, food, child care, transportation, health care, taxes, and other necessities for a single adult in Sun City Center is $36,380 a year. This is about the same as the annual cost of living for Florida of $36,375 yet less than the national figure of $38,433. 

Is Sun City Center, FL worth visiting?

Sun City Center, Florida is a vibrant city located in Hillsborough County and renowned for its picturesque landscapes, historical attractions, and outdoor recreational activities. It offers plenty of things to do for locals and visitors alike, from visiting the Glass Studio at Ruskin or fishing at Little Manatee River State Park to browsing through unique local stores such as Tourney Time Billiards & Bar or playing a round of golf at Sun City Center Golf Course. Visitors can also explore local attractions such as the Wimauma History & Art Museum or shop at nearby stores such as the Shoppes of Sun City Center.

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Hillsborough County

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Bestplaces

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CORA Physical Therapy

Results Physiotherapy

Physiotherapy Associates (now ATI Physical Therapy)

HealthSouth Rehabilitation Hospital

Fyzical Therapy & Balance Centers

NovaCare Rehabilitation 

Little Manatee River State Park

Southshore Bay Lagoon

Sun City Center Historical Marker

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