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High Springs, Florida, is a quaint, picturesque little town set amidst a scenic wonderland, a landscape bursting with sparkling prehistoric springs, magnificently canopied forests and gently sloping hills and valleys. A community dripping with history and charm, this hidden treasure of Northern Alachua County has become both an attractive tourist destination and a desirable locale for those looking to buy or build a home.
With a population approaching 4,000, the heart of High Springs is its lovely, tree-lined downtown area, filled with historic homes, antique shops, eateries and country inns that have made the town a favorite stop for vacationers. The region’s economy revolves around the growing multi-million dollar eco-tourism industry. Blue Springs, Poe Springs and Ichetucknee Springs are just a few of the internationally known parks in the area that attract divers, campers and tourists from around the world.
Along with reaping the rewards of living in a first-class tourist destination, High Springs residents enjoy the benefits of residing within close proximity to Gainesville and the University of Florida campus. Many residents make the short, 15-minute daily commute to Gainesville, where unemployment stays well below the state and national averages and economic growth is a constant. Gainesville also offers excellent healthcare, with four highly regarded hospitals and UF’s top flight Medical Center, and the exceptional entertainment options that come with a world-class university.
Those interested in finding a home in the High Springs area can choose between traditional neighborhood communities and isolated houses sitting on 10 or 20 acres of pristine forest. With a town that offers charm, opportunity and natural beauty, that growth is likely to continue for the foreseeable future.
Population
| Total Population |
4,202
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| Population Density |
228 Persons/Sq. Mile
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| Female Population |
2,213
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| Male Population |
1,988
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| Median Age |
40.66 Years
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| Percentage Population Change since 1990 |
68%
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| Percentage Population Change Since 2000 |
0%
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Colleges
| Nearest 2-Year Public College |
SANTA FE COMMUNITY COLLEGE
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| Distance to SANTA FE COMMUNITY COLLEGE |
14 Miles
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| Nearest 4-Year Public College |
UNIVERSITY OF FLORIDA
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| Distance to UNIVERSITY OF FLORIDA |
19 Miles
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Households and Income
| Total Number of Households |
1,804
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| Family Households |
1,130
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| Average Family Size |
3.07
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| Average Household Income |
$48,973
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| Median Household Income |
$41,207
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| Percentage Income Change Since 1990 |
68%
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| Percentage Income Change Since 2000 |
0%
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Crime Rates Compared to National Average
The National Average is designated
1.0 - A value of 2.0 represents twice as much risk while a value of 0.5 represents
half as much risk.
| Total Crime Risk |
1.38
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| Total Crime Risk (County) |
1.58
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| Personal Crime Risk (County) |
2.00
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| Murder Risk (County) |
0.77
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| Rape Risk (County) |
2.29
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| Robbery Risk |
1.28
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| Assault Risk (County) |
2.35
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| Property Risk (County) |
1.47
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| Burglary Risk (County) |
1.73
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| Larceny Risk (County) |
1.67
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| Motor Vehicle Theft Risk (County) |
0.98
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Environment
| Average July High Temperature |
90.7° F
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| Average January Low Temperature |
41.2° F
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| Annual Precipitation |
54.15 inches
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| Air Pollution Index |
79% of National Average
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Miscellaneous
| Sales Tax Rate |
6.25%
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| Nearest Airport |
GAINESVILLE RGNL
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| Distance to GAINESVILLE RGNL |
22 Miles
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| Nearest Major Sports Team |
JACKSONVILLE SUNS (AA)
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| Distance to JACKSONVILLE SUNS (AA) |
67 Miles
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Previous quarter's home sale average by Zip Code. Click zip code to view homes for sale.
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