Frostproof, Florida
Frostproof: city in Polk County, Florida, United States of America
About
Frostproof is a city located in the county of Polk in the U.S. state of Florida. Its population at the 2010 census was 2,992 and a population density of 60 people per km². After 10 years in 2020 city had an estimated population of 3,273 inhabitants.
The city was created 176 years ago in 1849.
Quick Facts about Frostproof
| Population | 3,273 (2020) |
| Country | United States of America |
| State | Florida (United States) |
| County | Polk County |
| Postal code | 33843 |
| Phone Area Codes | 863 |
| Area | 49.83 km2 |
| Latitude & Longitude | 27.7459,-81.5306 |
| Altitude | 112 feet / 34 meters |
| Establishment | January 01, 1850 (176 years ago) |
| Time Zone | America/New_York |
| Local time | 00:38:56 (11th April 2026) |
| Density | 66 Pop. per km² as of 2020 |
| Population growth | 8.59% (2010-2020) |
| Weather | 82℉ Mostly Sunny 7-days weather |
Geography
Frostproof is located at 27°44'45"N 81°31'50"W (27.7458600, -81.5306300).
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Weather
Mostly sunny, with a high near 82. Northeast wind 6 to 15 mph, with gusts as high as 23 mph.
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Official WebsiteDemographics
The population of Frostproof increased by 8.59% in 10 years.
| Year | Population | % Change | Method |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2010 | 2,992 | - | census |
| 2011 | 2,978 | -0.47% | estimation process |
| 2012 | 2,997 | 0.63% | estimation process |
| 2013 | 3,012 | 0.5% | estimation process |
| 2014 | 3,046 | 1.12% | estimation process |
| 2015 | 3,090 | 1.42% | estimation process |
| 2016 | 3,139 | 1.56% | estimation process |
| 2017 | 3,186 | 1.48% | estimation process |
| 2018 | 3,235 | 1.51% | estimation process |
| 2019 | 3,261 | 0.8% | estimation process |
| 2020 | 3,273 | 0.37% | estimation process |
Demographic Facts
| Estimated population as of July 1, 2019 : | 6,445 |
| Based on demographic estimates as of April 1, 2010 : | 6,274 |
| Based on demographic estimates as of 1 April 2010 : | 2.7% |
| April 1, 2020 Population : | 6,475 |
| April 1, 2010 Population : | 6,274 |
| People under 5 years old, percentage : | 6.3% |
| People under 18 years old, percentage : | 24.1% |
| People over 65 (%) : | 21.6% |
| Female persons, % : | 49.0% |
| White only, percent : | 97.3% |
| Black or African American alone, percent : | 0.5% |
| American Indian and Alaska Native only, % : | 0.6% |
| Asians alone % : | 0.5% |
| Only Native Hawaiians and Other Pacific Islanders, % : | 0.1% |
| % of people who have participated in two or more races : | 0.9% |
| % of Hispanic or Latino : | 2.3% |
| White people, not Hispanic or Latino people, make up the majority of the population. : | 95.6% |
| 2015-2019 Veterans : | 380 |
| Percentage of foreign-born people, 2015-2019 : | 1.7% |
| Residential units, July 1, 2019 : | 3,132 |
Economic Facts
| Residential units, July 1, 2019 : | 3,132 |
| Rate of owner-occupied housing units, 2015-2019 : | 76.5% |
| Owner-occupied housing unit median value, 2015-2019 : | $148,800 |
| From 2015 to 2019, the median selected monthly owner costs - with a mortgage : | $1,406 |
| Monthly owner costs, without a mortgage, at the median, 2015-2019 : | $510 |
| 2015-2019 median gross rent : | $685 |
| Permits for construction, 2020 : | 18 |
| 2015-2019 Households : | 2,720 |
| Population per household, 2015-2019 : | 2.36 |
| Living in the same house a year ago, percentage of people aged one year and up, 2015-2019 : | 93.8% |
| Languages other than English spoken at home, as a percentage of people aged 5 and up, 2015-2019 : | 2.5% |
| Households with computers, %, 2015-2019 : | 86.3% |
| Percentage of households with a broadband Internet subscription, 2015-2019 : | 73.5% |
| Percentage of people aged 25 and up with a high school diploma or higher, 2015-2019 : | 94.9% |
| Bachelor's degree or higher, proportion of people aged 25 and up, 2015-2019 : | 21.1% |
| Percentage of people under the age of 65 who have a disability, 2015-2019 : | 7.4% |
| Persons under the age of 65 who do not have health insurance, as a percentage : | 9.4% |
| Total civilian labor force, percent of population aged 16 and up, 2015-2019 : | 68.7% |
| Female labor force participation in the civilian labor force, as a percentage of the population aged 16 and up, 2015-2019 : | 66.4% |
| Total sales of lodging and food services in 2012 ($1,000) : | 2,516 |
| Manufacturers' total shipments in 2012 ($1,000) : | 2,086 |
| 2012 total retail sales ($1,000) : | 52,860 |
| 2012 total retail sales per capita : | $8,343 |
| Mean commute time to work (in minutes), workers aged 16 and up, 2015-2019 : | 23.9 |
| 2015-2019 median household income (in 2019 dollars) : | $59,348 |
| Income per capita in the previous 12 months (in 2019 dollars), 2015-2019 : | $27,489 |
| Percentage of people living in poverty : | 10.1% |
| Total number of employer establishments, 2019 : | 180 |
| 2019 total employment : | 1,135 |
| 2019 total annual payroll ($1,000) : | 39,034 |
| Total employment, change in percentage terms, 2018-2019 : | -3.8% |
| 2018 total non-employer establishments : | 486 |
| Total number of businesses in 2012 : | 513 |
| Men-owned businesses in 2012 : | 355 |
| Women-owned businesses in 2012 : | 107 |
| Minority-owned businesses in 2012 : | F |
| Non-minority-owned businesses in 2012 : | 499 |
| Veteran-owned businesses in 2012 : | 57 |
| Nonveteran-owned businesses in 2012 : | 439 |
| 2010 population per square mile : | 11.0 |
| 2010 land area in square miles : | 569.34 |
Best Things to Do in Frostproof
1Lake Wales Ridge State Forest
851 Hwy 630 E, Frostproof, FL 33843, United States View details
Phone: +18635890545 | Website available
2Fort Clinch, Frostproof Florida
1201-1343 Co Rd 630, Frostproof, FL 33843, United States View details
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3Frostproof Historical Museum
210 S Scenic Hwy, Frostproof, FL 33843, United States View details
Phone: +18636357865 | Website available
Where to Stay in Frostproof
1Rainbow RV Resort
700 County Rd 630A, Frostproof, FL 33843, United States View details
Phone: +18636357541 | Website available
2Southern Pines Resort
1622 Co Rd 630, Frostproof, FL 33843, United States View details
Phone: +18636355713 | Website available
Services and Civic Places in Frostproof
1Frostproof City Building Department
111 W 1st St, Frostproof, FL 33843 View details
Phone: +18636357851 | Website available
2Frostproof City Clerk
111 W 1st St, Frostproof, FL 33843 View details
Phone: +18636357854 | Website available
3Frostproof City Manager
111 W 1st St, Frostproof, FL 33843 View details
Phone: +18636357855 | Website available
People born in Frostproof (2)
People born in Frostproof, including football player, running back Travis Henry, football player Nickell Robey, .
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Nearby Schools and Colleges
Schools and campuses linked to Frostproof, FL. Select a name to open its map and contact details.
| Code | Name | City | ZIP |
|---|---|---|---|
| 138293 | Webber International University | Babson Park (FL) | 33827-0096 |
Nearby Transit Stations (14)
Rail and bus stations connected to Frostproof, FL. Select a station to open its map and address details.
| Code | Name | Address | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| SBG | Sebring | 601 East Center St | RAIL |
| WTH | Winter Haven | 1800 7th St SW | RAIL |
| LAK | Lakeland | 600 East Main Street | RAIL |
| LKL | Lakeland | 600 East Main Street | RAIL |
| KIS | Kissimmee | 111 East Dakin Ave. | RAIL |
Closest post offices linked to Frostproof.
| Post Office Name | City | ZIP |
|---|---|---|
| Frostpr Post Office | Frostproof (FL) | 33843 |
Other cities in Polk County
Cities, towns, neighborhoods & other populated places in Polk County , FL. (more)
| City Name | Population | Title |
|---|---|---|
| Lakeland | 115,283 | The most populous city in Polk County, Florida. |
| Winter Haven | 46,578 | The most populous city in Polk County, Florida. |
| Haines City | 26,009 | City in Polk County, Florida, United States of America |
| Bartow | 20,201 | County seat of Polk County, Florida |
| Lake Wales | 17,693 | City in Polk County, Florida, United States |
| Auburndale | 17,204 | City in Polk County, Florida, United States |
| Citrus Ridge | 13,285 | Census designated place in Florida |
| Lakeland Highlands | 11,056 | Census-designated place in Polk County, Florida |
| Highland City | 10,834 | Census-designated place in Polk County, Florida |
| Cypress Gardens | 8,917 | Census-designated place in Polk County, Florida |
| Medulla | 8,892 | Census-designated place in Polk County, Florida |
| Davenport | 7,301 | City in Florida |
| Willow Oak | 6,732 | Census-designated place in Polk County, Florida |
| Kathleen | 6,332 | Census designated place |
| Lake Alfred | 6,331 | City in Polk County, Florida, United States of America |
| Fort Meade | 6,260 | City in Polk County, Florida, United States |
Distance to Other Cities
Frostproof distances to largest Florida cities