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Flagler Beach
The State of Florida is a state in the southeastern United States. Florida is situated mostly on a large peninsula between the Gulf of Mexico, the Atlantic Ocean, and the Straits of Florida. It extends to the northwest into a panhandle, extending along the northern Gulf of Mexico. Florida's nickname is the Sunshine State but severe weather is a common occurrence in the state.
Flagler Beach is a city in Flagler County, Florida, United States. The population of the city was 4,954 as of the 2000 census. As of 2004, the population recorded by the U.S. Census Bureau was 5,228. According to the United States Census Bureau, the city has a total area of 10.6 square kilometers out of it 9.5 square kilometers is covered by land and 1.0 square kilometers is covered by water. Its population recorded in 2005 was 3,179.
In the city the population was spread out with 11.5 percent under the age of 18, 4.4 percent from 18 to 24, 20.0 percent from 25 to 44, 32.5 percent from 45 to 64, and 31.5 percent who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 53 years. For every 100 females there were 92.8 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 91.2 males. There were 3,224 housing units at an average density of 338.3 per square kilometers.
Nestled on Florida's east coast between Daytona Beach and St. Augustine, the flourishing city of Flagler Beach is home to over 5,411 residents. Since its incorporation in April 1925, Flagler Beach has grown from a sleepy fishing village to a unique seaside community while still retaining much of its original charm. The city is home to six miles of un-crowded beaches, many great fishing spots including the Flagler Beach Municipal Pier, restaurants with ocean front dining, gift shops and a whole host of recreational facilities.
Flagler Beach is a diverse coastal community committed to enhancing their quality of life by preserving the environment as a community asset, maintaining the old Florida heritage and small town charm, providing a safe, healthy, and clean environment, supporting the development of local business to provide services to residents, promoting and supporting eco-tourism through their natural resources and providing opportunities for education, culture and recreation. One can also learn about its history, from its earliest times and pursue enthusiasm in its natural beauty and populace.
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