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'''Eastpoint''' is a [[census-designated place]] (CDP) in [[Franklin County, Florida|Franklin County]], [[Florida]], United States. The population was 2,337 at the 2010 census.
'''Eastpoint''' is a [[census-designated place]] (CDP) in [[Franklin County, Florida|Franklin County]], [[Florida]], United States. The population was 2,614 at the [[2020 United States census|2020 census]].<ref>{{Cite web |title=Explore Census Data |url=https://data.census.gov/profile/Eastpoint_CDP,_Florida?g=160XX00US1219400 |access-date=2024-09-26 |website=data.census.gov}}</ref>


==Geography==
==Geography==


Eastpoint is located at {{coord|29|44|30|N|84|52|37|W|type:city}} (29.741560, -84.876951).<ref name="GR1">{{cite web|url=https://www.census.gov/geographies/reference-files/time-series/geo/gazetteer-files.html|publisher=[[United States Census Bureau]]|accessdate=2011-04-23|date=2011-02-12|title=US Gazetteer files: 2010, 2000, and 1990}}</ref>
Eastpoint is located at {{coord|29|44|30|N|84|52|37|W|type:city}} (29.741560, -84.876951).<ref name="GR1">{{cite web|url=https://www.census.gov/geographies/reference-files/time-series/geo/gazetteer-files.html|publisher=[[United States Census Bureau]]|access-date=2011-04-23|date=2011-02-12|title=US Gazetteer files: 2010, 2000, and 1990}}</ref>


According to the [[United States Census Bureau]], the CDP has a total area of {{convert|7.3|sqmi|km2}}, all land.
According to the [[United States Census Bureau]], the CDP has a total area of {{convert|7.3|sqmi|km2}}, all land.


==Demographics==
==Demographics==
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At the [[2000 United States Census|2000 census]] there were 2,158 people, 804 households, and 612 families in the CDP. The population density was 294.4 people per square mile (113.7/km²). There were 911 housing units at an average density of 124.3/sq&nbsp;mi (48.0/km²). The [[Race and ethnicity in the United States Census#2000 census|racial makeup]] of the CDP was 96.57% White, 0.79% African American, 0.42% Native American, 0.09% Asian, 0.56% from other races, and 1.58% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 1.67%.<ref name="GR2" />
|2020= 2614
|footnote=U.S. Decennial Census<ref name="DecennialCensus">{{cite web|url=http://www.census.gov/prod/www/decennial.html|title=Census of Population and Housing|publisher=Census.gov|accessdate=June 4, 2016}}</ref>
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As of the [[census]]<ref name="GR2" /> of 2000, there were 2,158 people, 804 households, and 612 families residing in the CDP. The population density was {{convert|294.4|PD/sqmi|PD/km2|sp=us|adj=off}}. There were 911 housing units at an average density of {{convert|124.3|/sqmi|/km2|sp=us|adj=off}}. The racial makeup of the CDP was 96.57% [[White (U.S. Census)|White]], 0.79% [[African American (U.S. Census)|African American]], 0.42% [[Native American (U.S. Census)|Native American]], 0.09% [[Asian (U.S. Census)|Asian]], 0.56% from [[Race (United States Census)|other races]], and 1.58% from two or more races. [[Hispanic (U.S. Census)|Hispanic]] or [[Latino (U.S. Census)|Latino]] of any race were 1.67% of the population.


Of the 804 households 36.3% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 59.3% were married couples living together, 11.4% had a female householder with no husband present, and 23.8% were non-families. 18.7% of households were one person and 6.8% were one person aged 65 or older. The average household size was 2.61 and the average family size was 2.95.
There were 804 households, out of which 36.3% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 59.3% were [[Marriage|married couples]] living together, 11.4% had a female householder with no husband present, and 23.8% were non-families. 18.7% of all households were made up of individuals, and 6.8% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.61 and the average family size was 2.95.


The age distribution was 26.4% under the age of 18, 7.6% from 18 to 24, 28.0% from 25 to 44, 24.6% from 45 to 64, and 13.5% 65 or older. The median age was 36 years. For every 100 females, there were 99.6 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 96.4 males.
In the CDP, the population was spread out, with 26.4% under the age of 18, 7.6% from 18 to 24, 28.0% from 25 to 44, 24.6% from 45 to 64, and 13.5% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 36 years. For every 100 females, there were 99.6 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 96.4 males.


The median household income was $30,324 and the median family income was $29,940. Males had a median income of $23,750 versus $25,179 for females. The per capita income for the CDP was $13,382. About 6.3% of families and 12.1% of the population were below the [[poverty line]], including 17.0% of those under age 18 and 6.7% of those age 65 or over.
The median income for a household in the CDP was $30,324, and the median income for a family was $29,940. Males had a median income of $23,750 versus $25,179 for females. The [[per capita income]] for the CDP was $13,382. About 6.3% of families and 12.1% of the population were below the [[poverty line]], including 17.0% of those under age 18 and 6.7% of those age 65 or over.


==Education==
==Education==
[[File:Franklin County School.jpg|thumb|[[Franklin County Schools (Florida)|Franklin County School]]]]
Eastpoint is within the [[Franklin County Schools (Florida)|Franklin County Schools]] system. The Franklin County School, a K-12 school, houses the district's elementary, middle and high school programs. It is located in Eastpoint.
Eastpoint is within the [[Franklin County Schools (Florida)|Franklin County Schools]] system. The Franklin County School, a K-12 school, houses the district's elementary, middle and high school programs. It is located in Eastpoint.


== Planned Fire ==
== Planned Fire ==
On June 24, 2018, a planned fire<ref>{{Cite news|url=https://www.cbsnews.com/news/eastpoint-fire-controlled-burn-in-florida-accidentally-torches-dozens-of-homes-across-800-acres/|title="Controlled burn" in Florida accidentally torches dozens of homes across 800 acres|work=CBS News|access-date=2018-10-11|language=en}}</ref> struck the town of Eastpoint and burned about 1,000 acres in 24 hours. 36 families lost their homes and cleanup has since begun. Families were displaced to the Eastpoint Church of God where the Red Cross took in more than 175 people.<ref>{{Cite news|url=https://www.tallahassee.com/story/news/2018/06/25/eastpoint-fire-36-homes-displaced-residents-florida-uncertrain-future-franklin-county/732122002/|title=Eastpoint fire takes out 36 homes, leaving uncertainty for displaced residents|work=Tallahassee Democrat|access-date=2018-07-06|language=en}}</ref>
On June 24, 2018, a controlled fire<ref>{{Cite news|url=https://www.cbsnews.com/news/eastpoint-fire-controlled-burn-in-florida-accidentally-torches-dozens-of-homes-across-800-acres/|title="Controlled burn" in Florida accidentally torches dozens of homes across 800 acres|work=CBS News|access-date=2018-10-11|language=en}}</ref> struck the town of Eastpoint and burned about 1,000 acres in 24 hours. 36 families lost their homes and cleanup has since begun. Families were displaced to the Eastpoint Church of God where the Red Cross took in more than 175 people.<ref>{{Cite news|url=https://www.tallahassee.com/story/news/2018/06/25/eastpoint-fire-36-homes-displaced-residents-florida-uncertrain-future-franklin-county/732122002/|title=Eastpoint fire takes out 36 homes, leaving uncertainty for displaced residents|work=Tallahassee Democrat|access-date=2018-07-06|language=en}}</ref>


==References==
==References==

Latest revision as of 01:52, 26 September 2024

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Eastpoint, Florida
CDP
Location in Franklin County and the state of Florida
Location in Franklin County and the state of Florida
Coordinates: 29°44′30″N 84°52′37″W / 29.74167°N 84.87694°W / 29.74167; -84.87694
Country United States
State Florida
County Franklin
Area
[1]
 • Total
7.47 sq mi (19.34 km2)
 • Land7.44 sq mi (19.28 km2)
 • Water0.02 sq mi (0.06 km2)
Elevation
7 ft (2 m)
Population
 (2020)
 • Total
2,614
 • Density351.20/sq mi (135.59/km2)
Time zoneUTC-5 (Eastern (EST))
 • Summer (DST)UTC-4 (EDT)
ZIP code
32328
Area code850
FIPS code12-19400[2]
GNIS feature ID0282044[3]

Eastpoint is a census-designated place (CDP) in Franklin County, Florida, United States. The population was 2,614 at the 2020 census.[4]

Geography

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Eastpoint is located at 29°44′30″N 84°52′37″W / 29.74167°N 84.87694°W / 29.74167; -84.87694 (29.741560, -84.876951).[5]

According to the United States Census Bureau, the CDP has a total area of 7.3 square miles (19 km2), all land.

Demographics

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Historical population
CensusPop.Note%±
20202,614—
U.S. Decennial Census[6]

As of the census[2] of 2000, there were 2,158 people, 804 households, and 612 families residing in the CDP. The population density was 294.4 inhabitants per square mile (113.7/km2). There were 911 housing units at an average density of 124.3 per square mile (48.0/km2). The racial makeup of the CDP was 96.57% White, 0.79% African American, 0.42% Native American, 0.09% Asian, 0.56% from other races, and 1.58% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 1.67% of the population.

There were 804 households, out of which 36.3% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 59.3% were married couples living together, 11.4% had a female householder with no husband present, and 23.8% were non-families. 18.7% of all households were made up of individuals, and 6.8% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.61 and the average family size was 2.95.

In the CDP, the population was spread out, with 26.4% under the age of 18, 7.6% from 18 to 24, 28.0% from 25 to 44, 24.6% from 45 to 64, and 13.5% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 36 years. For every 100 females, there were 99.6 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 96.4 males.

The median income for a household in the CDP was $30,324, and the median income for a family was $29,940. Males had a median income of $23,750 versus $25,179 for females. The per capita income for the CDP was $13,382. About 6.3% of families and 12.1% of the population were below the poverty line, including 17.0% of those under age 18 and 6.7% of those age 65 or over.

Education

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Franklin County School

Eastpoint is within the Franklin County Schools system. The Franklin County School, a K-12 school, houses the district's elementary, middle and high school programs. It is located in Eastpoint.

Planned Fire

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On June 24, 2018, a controlled fire[7] struck the town of Eastpoint and burned about 1,000 acres in 24 hours. 36 families lost their homes and cleanup has since begun. Families were displaced to the Eastpoint Church of God where the Red Cross took in more than 175 people.[8]

References

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  1. ^ "2020 U.S. Gazetteer Files". United States Census Bureau. Retrieved October 31, 2021.
  2. ^ a b "U.S. Census website". United States Census Bureau. Retrieved January 31, 2008.
  3. ^ "US Board on Geographic Names". United States Geological Survey. October 25, 2007. Retrieved January 31, 2008.
  4. ^ "Explore Census Data". data.census.gov. Retrieved September 26, 2024.
  5. ^ "US Gazetteer files: 2010, 2000, and 1990". United States Census Bureau. February 12, 2011. Retrieved April 23, 2011.
  6. ^ "Census of Population and Housing". Census.gov. Retrieved June 4, 2016.
  7. ^ ""Controlled burn" in Florida accidentally torches dozens of homes across 800 acres". CBS News. Retrieved October 11, 2018.
  8. ^ "Eastpoint fire takes out 36 homes, leaving uncertainty for displaced residents". Tallahassee Democrat. Retrieved July 6, 2018.
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