Redington Shores is a town in Pinellas County, Florida, United States. The county is part of the Tampa–St. Petersburg–Clearwater Metropolitan Statistical Area, more commonly known as the Tampa Bay Area. The population was 2,176 at the 2020 census.
Redington Shores, Florida | |
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| Town of Redington Shores | |
.jpg) Redington Shores Town Hall on May 6, 2013 | |
 Location in Pinellas County and the state of Florida | |
  Redington Shores, Florida Location in the United States | |
| Coordinates: 27°49′41″N 82°49′50″W / 27.82806°N 82.83056°W | |
| Country |  United States |
| State |  Florida |
| County | Pinellas |
| Incorporated | 1955[1] |
| Government | |
| • Type | Mayor–Commission |
| • Mayor | Lisa Hendrickson |
| • Vice Mayor | Joe Licata |
| • Commissioners | CJ Hoyt, Erin Schoos, and Tom Kapper |
| • Town Administrator | Mike McGlothlin |
| • Town Clerk | Margaret Carey |
| Area | |
• Total | 1.08 sq mi (2.80 km2) |
| • Land | 0.33 sq mi (0.85 km2) |
| • Water | 0.75 sq mi (1.95 km2) |
| Elevation | 3 ft (1 m) |
| Population (2020) | |
• Total | 2,176 |
| • Density | 6,593.94/sq mi (2,547.03/km2) |
| Time zone | UTC-5 (Eastern (EST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-4 (EDT) |
| ZIP code | 33708 |
| Area code | 727 |
| FIPS code | 12-59750[3] |
| GNIS feature ID | 0289581[4] |
| Website | townofredingtonshores |
Geography
editThe approximate coordinates for the Town of Redington Shores is located at 27°49′41″N 82°49′50″W / 27.82806°N 82.83056°W (27.827965, –82.830509).[5]
According to the United States Census Bureau, the town has a total area of 1.2 square miles (3.1 km2), of which 0.4 square miles (1.0 km2) is land and 0.8 square miles (2.1 km2) (67.50%) is water. According to Elevation Map Logs, the elevation of Redington Shores is just one meter above sea level.
Climate
editThe climate in this area is characterized by hot, humid summers and generally mild winters. According to the Köppen climate classification, the Town of Redington Shores has a humid subtropical climate zone (Cfa).[6]
According to Weather Underground, the historical average day temperature is 79.7 degrees Fahrenheit (°F), with the high averaging around 88.3°F and the low being 71.9°F degrees. Redington Shores faces high wind speeds averaging around 9 miles per hour. The close proximity to the ocean brings a recurring ocean breeze that cools the beach area.
Demographics
edit| Census | Pop. | Note | %± |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1960 | 917 | — | |
| 1970 | 1,733 | 89.0% | |
| 1980 | 2,142 | 23.6% | |
| 1990 | 2,366 | 10.5% | |
| 2000 | 2,338 | −1.2% | |
| 2010 | 2,121 | −9.3% | |
| 2020 | 2,176 | 2.6% | |
| U.S. Decennial Census[7] | |||
2010 and 2020 census
edit| Race | Pop 2010[8] | Pop 2020[9] | % 2010 | % 2020 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| White (NH) | 1,960 | 1,894 | 92.41% | 87.04% |
| Black or African American (NH) | 9 | 18 | 0.42% | 0.83% |
| Native American or Alaska Native (NH) | 5 | 5 | 0.24% | 0.23% |
| Asian (NH) | 18 | 58 | 0.85% | 2.67% |
| Pacific Islander or Native Hawaiian (NH) | 0 | 0 | 0.00% | 0.00% |
| Some other race (NH) | 5 | 6 | 0.24% | 0.28% |
| Two or more races/Multiracial (NH) | 20 | 57 | 0.94% | 2.62% |
| Hispanic or Latino (any race) | 104 | 138 | 4.90% | 6.34% |
| Total | 2,121 | 2,176 |
As of the 2020 United States census, there were 2,176 people, 1,138 households, and 564 families residing in the town.[10]
As of the 2010 United States census, there were 2,121 people, 1,037 households, and 518 families residing in the town.[11]
2000 census
editAs of the census[3] of 2000, there were 2,338 people, 1,292 households, and 658 families residing in the town. The population density was 5,955.4 inhabitants per square mile (2,299.4/km2). There were 2,101 housing units at an average density of 5,351.7 per square mile (2,066.3/km2). The racial makeup of the town was 97.60% White, 0.21% African American, 0.47% Native American, 0.47% Asian, 0.30% from other races, and 0.94% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 2.95% of the population.
In 2000, there were 1,292 households, out of which 8.9% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 43.5% were married couples living together, 5.2% had a female householder with no husband present, and 49.0% were non-families. 41.3% of all households were made up of individuals, and 20.0% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 1.81 and the average family size was 2.38.
In 2000, in the town, the population was spread out, with 9.2% under the age of 18, 3.1% from 18 to 24, 19.7% from 25 to 44, 34.0% from 45 to 64, and 34.0% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 55 years. For every 100 females, there were 95.2 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 94.6 males.
In 2000, the median income for a household in the town was $40,411, and the median income for a family was $49,300. Males had a median income of $36,719 versus $30,662 for females. The per capita income for the town was $31,822. About 5.5% of families and 8.2% of the population were below the poverty line, including 14.6% of those under age 18 and 8.3% of those age 65 or over.
Ecology
editRedington Shores is home to numerous plants and organisms which thrive around the beach and ocean.[12] Plants on the beach include mangroves, sea oats, and sea grapes. All of these organisms prevent erosion on the dunes and are essential to organisms around them. The mangroves are protected due to the State's “Mangrove Trimming and Preservation Act.” A population of coyotes and loggerhead turtles can be found in Redington Shores.
Karenia brevis, red tide, causes problems in the ocean at Redington Shores. An increase of this organism in the ocean causes harm to organisms around it. Due to the high concentration of K. brevis in the Gulf of Mexico, Redington Shores faces problems with deadly impacts on marine life.
Library
editThe community is served by the Gulf Beaches Public Library, located in nearby Madeira Beach. The library is supported by Madeira Beach, Redington Beach, North Redington Beach, Redington Shores, and Treasure Island. These five communities have combined their resources in order to fund the library.[13]
References
edit- ^ "FLORIDA CITIES BY INCORPORATION YEAR" (PDF). Florida League of Cities.
- ^ "2020 U.S. Gazetteer Files". United States Census Bureau. Retrieved October 31, 2021.
- ^ a b "U.S. Census website". United States Census Bureau. Retrieved January 31, 2008.
- ^ "US Board on Geographic Names". United States Geological Survey. October 25, 2007. Retrieved January 31, 2008.
- ^ "US Gazetteer files: 2010, 2000, and 1990". United States Census Bureau. February 12, 2011. Retrieved April 23, 2011.
- ^ "Redington Shores, FL Weather History | Weather Underground". www.wunderground.com. Retrieved March 24, 2022.
- ^ "Census of Population and Housing". Census.gov. Retrieved June 4, 2015.
- ^ "P2 HISPANIC OR LATINO, AND NOT HISPANIC OR LATINO BY RACE - 2010: DEC Redistricting Data (PL 94-171) - Redington Shores town, Florida". United States Census Bureau.
- ^ "P2 HISPANIC OR LATINO, AND NOT HISPANIC OR LATINO BY RACE - 2020: DEC Redistricting Data (PL 94-171) - Redington Shores town, Florida". United States Census Bureau.
- ^ "S1101 HOUSEHOLDS AND FAMILIES - 2020: Redington Shores town, Florida". United States Census Bureau.
- ^ "S1101 HOUSEHOLDS AND FAMILIES - 2010: Redington Shores town, Florida". United States Census Bureau.
- ^ "Protect Natural Floodplains". Town of Redington Shores. Retrieved March 24, 2022.
- ^ "Gulf Beaches Public Library: About Us". Gulf Beaches Public Library. Retrieved February 21, 2015.