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Palmetto

Palmetto

  •   State: 
    Florida
      County: 
    Manatee County
      City: 
    Palmetto
      County FIPS: 
    12081
      Coordinates: 
    27°31′20″N 82°34′42″W
      Area total: 
    5.83 sq mi (15.11 km²)
      Area land: 
    5.35 sq mi (13.86 km²)
      Area water: 
    0.48 sq mi (1.25 km²)
      Elevation: 
    12 ft (4 m)
      Established: 
    Incorporated (city) 1897
  •   Latitude: 
    27,5154
      Longitude: 
    -82,5717
      Dman name cbsa: 
    North Port-Sarasota-Bradenton, FL
      Timezone: 
    Eastern Standard Time (EST) UTC-5:00; Eastern Daylight Time (EDT) UTC-4:00
      ZIP codes: 
    34220
    34221
      GMAP: 

    Palmetto, Manatee County, Florida, United States

  •   Population: 
    13,323
      Population density: 
    2,490.28 residents per square mile of area (961.42/km²)
      Household income: 
    $44,948
      Households: 
    4,960
      Unemployment rate: 
    12.40%
  •   Sales taxes: 
    6.50%

Palmetto is a city in Manatee County, Florida, United States. As of the 2020 census, the population was listed as 13,323. It is part of the North PortSarasotaBradenton Metropolitan Statistical Area. The city received its name from the palmetto trees near the original town site. A dolomite mine existed in Palmetto from the 1950s to 1974. It was redeveloped in 1998 as Riveria Dunes, a residential community with a marina, townhouses, and homes. The site's master plan contained a nationwide motel chain with a restaurant, high-rise apartments, single-family houses, and a shopping center built around a lake created from mining activities. In 1974, the property was almost sold for residential development, but the company backed out due to the economic recession that was occurring. In the 2010 United States Census, there were 12,606 people, 4,891 households, and 3,192 families residing in the city. According to the U.S. Census Bureau, the city has a total area of 5.8 square miles (15 km²), of which 5.3 sq miles (14 km²) are land and 0.5sq miles (1.3km²) 8.26% of the city's land is water. The population was 72.10% White, 10.5% African American, 0.6% Asian, 0% Pacific Islander, 14.2% from other races, and 2.2%. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 28.3%.

History

Palmetto is the primary city name, but also Rubonia are acceptable city names or spellings. The official name is Palmetto. Samuel Sparks Lamb is considered the "Father of Palmetto" Lamb surveyed and plotted the city at its outset and donated several plots of land. The city received its name from the palmetto trees near the original town site. The former 214-acre (87 ha) dolomite mine site was bought by WC Riveria Partners. It was then redeveloped in 1998 as Riveria Dunes, a residential community with a marina, townhouses, and homes. The site's master plan contained a nationwide motel chain with a restaurant, high-rise apartments along the Manatee River, single-family houses, and a shopping center built around a lake created from mining activities. Several failed attempts were made to redevelop the property. In 1974, the property was almost sold for residential development, but the company backed out due to the economic recession that was occurring. In 1939, the Federal Writers' Project's Florida guide listedPalmetto's population as 3,043. The town's income is derived from the packing and shipping of fruits and vegetables. It has a population of 3,000. It is located on Florida's panhandle near the Florida-Alabama border. It's located on the Florida Turnpike, which was once part of the Florida Panhandle. The turnpike is now part of Florida's Florida Highway 1, which runs between Tampa and Sarasota. It also runs through the town of Bradentown, which is on the state's eastern edge.

Geography

Palmetto is in central Manatee County, across from Bradenton, the county seat. The city has a total area of 5.8 square miles (15 km²), of which 5.3square miles (14 km²) are land and 0.5square miles(1.3km²) is water. It is located on the north side of the tidal manatee River, on the east side of Bradenton. It has a population of 2,816. It was the site of the World War II Battle of Palmetto, in which the U.S. Army used the city as a staging area. The U.N. World Heritage Site is located in the city, and was built in the 1950s and 1960s as part of a larger military base. The town is home to the American Red Cross, which has a chapter in the town. It also serves as the headquarters of the Florida Department of Health and Human Services, which is based in Bradenton and the state's capital, Fort Myers. The United States Census Bureau estimates the city's population at 2,715. It had a growth spurt in the 1970s and 1980s, reaching 3,716 in the 1990s and 4,717 in the 2000s. It suffered a population decline in the early 2000s, and has a current population of 1,814. It lies on the Manatees River, which flows through the city.

Demographics

As of the 2010 U.S. Census, there were 12,606 people, 4,891 households, and 3,192 families residing in the city. The racial makeup of the city was 72.10% White, 10.5% African American, 0.4% Native American,0.6% Asian, 14.2% from other races, and 2. 2% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 28.3% of the population. The average household size was 2.53 and the average family size was 3.07. The age distribution among the population includes 24.8% being 19 years old and under. The median age was 43.1 years and there were 100.012 males for every 100 females. For every 100 males age 18 and over, there was 98.86 females. There were 6,729 housing units at an average density of 1,529.4 per square mile (590.5/km²) The average income for a household in Palmetto was $42,816. The city's median household income was $44,822. The per capita income for the city is $26,817. The U.N. World Population Census for 2010 was 1.2 billion people. It is the largest city in South Carolina, with a population of 1.6 million. The state's population is 1.7 million. It has a population density of 2,865 inhabitants per square miles (1,106/ km²).

Government

The mayor of Palmetto is the city's head executive and is elected every four years. The city commission has the power to elect a vice-mayor who serves for a one year term. Three of the commissioners are elected from there respective wards while the other two are elected at-large citywide. The mayor is elected for a four-year term and can be re-elected for a second term if the city votes for it in a referendum. The vice- mayor is chosen by the city commission and can serve for one year if it votes for him or her to do so. The commission is made up of five members, three from each of the five wards and two from the citywide area. The president of the city council is the mayor's pick for a three year term and the vice-president is elected by the commission for a two-year terms.

Education

Palmetto is home to Blackburn, Palmetto, James Tillman, Virgil Mills and Palmview Elementary Schools. Charter schools include Manatee School for the Arts (grades 612), Imagine School of North Manatees (grades K8) and Palmet to Charter School (grades 7-8) PalmetTo is also home to Lincoln and Buffalo Creek Middle Schools and PalMETto High School. The town is located on Florida's Panhandle, just south of the Florida Turnpike. It has a population of about 3,000 people, according to the city's 2010 census. It is located in the Florida Panhandle region of the U.S. Panhandle is the state's largest city, with an estimated population of 3,500. The city's population is about 2,500 people, and it has an area of 1,800 square miles. It's located on the Panhandle's eastern edge, near Florida's panhandle and Florida's Gulf Coast. It also has a small portion of Florida's mainland, including the cities of Bradenton and Estero, and the town's airport, which is on the Florida panhandle. The community has a history of racial and ethnic diversity, including many African-American and Hispanic residents. It was founded in the 19th century by Spanish settlers. The area's first school was built in the 17th century, and is now home to a number of schools, including Blackburn and Palmview.

Transportation

The Atlantic Coast Line and Seaboard Coast Line merged in 1967. Palmetto was dropped as a stop. US Route 41 and US Route 301 converge in the town. The West Coast Champion passenger train from New York to Sarasota ceased making stops in Palmet to after the merger. The town is located on Florida's Gulf Coast, between Tampa and Tallahassee. The city's population is about 2,000. It has a population of about 1,000, mostly low-income residents. It is located near the intersection of US routes 41 and 301, and the Florida Turnpike, which runs through the city. It also has a small airport, which serves as a crossroads for the Florida Panhandle. The community is home to a number of businesses, including a small number of wineries and restaurants. It was once known as "Palmetto's Landing" for its proximity to the Gulf of Mexico, which is now known as the "Sarasota Port of Entry" The town's name is derived from the town's location on the Florida Gulf coast, which was once called "The Port of Sarasota" and is now called "Palmmetto, Florida" It is also known for its large number of citrus groves, which were once located in the area. The area is also a popular tourist destination, especially for its nightlife, with many casinos and other nightlife venues. Its population has declined in recent years. It once had a population in excess of 1,500.

Points of interest

Palmetto Estuary Preserve and Historic District. Palmetto Historical Park and Historical District. The town is located in the central part of the city. The city is located on the banks of the Palmet to Estuary, a tidal estuary. The Estuary is a UNESCO World Heritage Site. It is home to a number of historic sites and sites of interest to the city's residents.

Air Quality, Water Quality, Superfund Sites & UV Index

The Air Quality index is in Palmetto, Manatee County, Florida = 64.3. These Air Quality index is based on annual reports from the EPA. Higher values are better (100=best). The number of ozone alert days is used as an indicator of air quality, as are the amounts of seven pollutants including particulates, carbon monoxide, sulfur dioxide, lead, and volatile organic chemicals. The Water Quality Index is 40. A measure of the quality of an area’s water supply as rated by the EPA. Higher values are better (100=best). The EPA has a complex method of measuring the watershed quality, using 15 indicators such as pollutants, turbidity, sediments, and toxic discharges. The Superfund Sites Index is 91. Higher is better (100=best). Based upon the number and impact of EPA Superfund pollution sites in the county, including spending on the cleanup efforts. The UV Index in Palmetto = 6.4 and is a measure of an area's exposure to the sun's ultraviolet rays. This is most often a combination of sunny weather, altitude, and latitude. The UV Index has been defined by the WHO (www.who.int/news-room/questions-and-answers/item/radiation-the-ultraviolet-(uv)-index) and is uniform worldwide.

Employed

The most recent city population of 13,323 individuals with a median age of 34.1 age the population grows by 13.48% in Palmetto, Manatee County, Florida population since 2000 and are distributed over a density of 2,490.28 residents per square mile of area (961.42/km²). There are average 2.63 people per household in the 4,960 households with an average household income of $44,948 a year. The unemployment rate in Alabama is 12.40% of the available work force and has dropped -7.71% over the most recent 12-month period and the projected change in job supply over the next decade based on migration patterns, economic growth, and other factors will increase by 12.18%. The number of physicians in Palmetto per 100,000 population = 195.9.

Weather

The annual rainfall in Palmetto = 54.6 inches and the annual snowfall = 0 inches. The annual number of days with measurable precipitation (over .01 inch) = 104. The average number of days per year that are predominantly sunny = 242. 91 degrees Fahrenheit is the average daily high temperature for the month of July and 49.8 degrees Fahrenheit is the average daily low temperature for the month of January. The Comfort Index (higher=better) is 27, where higher values mean a more pleasant climate. The Comfort Index measure recognizes that humidity by itself isn't the problem. (Have you noticed nobody ever complains about the weather being 'cold and humid?) It's in the summertime that we notice the humidity the most, when it's hot and muggy. Our Comfort Index uses a combination of afternoon summer temperature and humidity to closely predict the effect that the humidity will have on people.

Median Home Cost

The percentage of housing units in Palmetto, Manatee County, Florida which are owned by the occupant = 52.67%. A housing unit is a house, apartment, mobile home, or room occupied as separate living quarters. The average age of homes = 30 years with median home cost = $125,140 and home appreciation of -12.99%. This is the value of the years most recent home sales data. Its important to note that this is not the average (or arithmetic mean). The median home price is the middle value when you arrange all the sales prices of homes from lowest to highest. This is a better indicator than the average, because the median is not changed as much by a few unusually high or low values. The property tax rate of $10.56 shown here is the rate per $1,000 of home value. If for simplification for example the tax rate is $14.00 and the home value is $250,000, the property tax would be $14.00 x ($250,000/1000), or $3500. This is the 'effective' tax rate.

Study

The local school district spends $4,678 per student. There are 17 students for each teacher in the school, 741 students for each Librarian and 427 students for each Counselor. 4.31% of the area’s population over the age of 25 with an Associate Degree or other 2-year college degree, 7.28% with a master’s degree, Ph.D. or other advanced college degree and 4.57% with high school diplomas or high school equivalency degrees (GEDs).

  • Palmetto's population in Manatee County, Florida of 1,354 residents in 1900 has increased 9,84-fold to 13,323 residents after 120 years, according to the official 2020 census.

    Approximately 49.57% female residents and 50.43% male residents live in Palmetto, Manatee County, Florida.

    As of 2020 in Palmetto, Manatee County, Florida are married and the remaining 42.45% are single population.

  • 24.2 minutes is the average time that residents in Palmetto require for a one-way commute to work. A long commute can have different effects on health. A Gallup poll in the US found that in terms of mental health, long haul commuters are up to 12 percent more likely to experience worry, and ten percent less likely to feel well rested. The Gallup poll also found that of people who commute 61­–90 minutes each day, a whopping one third complained of neck and back pain, compared to less than a quarter of people who only spend ten minutes getting to work.

    71.18% of the working population which commute to work alone in their car, 19.92% of the working population which commutes to work in a carpool, 0.72% of the population that commutes using mass transit, including bus, light rail, subway, and ferry. 3.24% of the population that has their home as their principal place of work.

  • Of the total residential buildings in Palmetto, Manatee County, Florida, 52.67% are owner-occupied homes, another 21.23% are rented apartments, and the remaining 26.10% are vacant.

  • The 34.66% of the population in Palmetto, Manatee County, Florida who identify themselves as belonging to a religion are distributed among the following most diverse religions.

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