Archer, Florida
Archer: city in Florida
About
Archer is a city located in the county of Alachua in the U.S. state of Florida. Its population at the 2010 census was 1,118 and a population density of 62 people per km². After 10 years in 2020 city had an estimated population of 1,204 inhabitants.
The city was created 176 years ago in 1849.
Quick Facts about Archer
| Population | 1,204 (2020) |
| Country | United States of America |
| State | Florida (United States) |
| County | Alachua County |
| Postal code | 32618 |
| Phone Area Codes | 352 |
| Area | 17.97 km2 |
| Latitude & Longitude | 29.5300,-82.5190 |
| Altitude | 92 feet / 28 meters |
| Establishment | January 01, 1850 (176 years ago) |
| Time Zone | UTC−05:00 |
| Local time | 00:58:47 (23rd April 2026) |
| Density | 67 Pop. per km² as of 2020 |
| Population growth | 7.14% (2010-2020) |
| Weather | 86℉ Sunny 7-days weather |
Geography
Archer is located at 29°31'48"N 82°31'8"W (29.5299700, -82.5190000).
Archer map
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Weather
Sunny, with a high near 86. East southeast wind 2 to 9 mph.
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Official WebsiteDemographics
The population of Archer increased by 7.14% in 10 years.
| Year | Population | % Change | Method |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2010 | 1,118 | - | census |
| 2011 | 1,120 | 0.18% | estimation process |
| 2012 | 1,131 | 0.97% | estimation process |
| 2013 | 1,134 | 0.26% | estimation process |
| 2014 | 1,146 | 1.05% | estimation process |
| 2015 | 1,159 | 1.12% | estimation process |
| 2016 | 1,180 | 1.78% | estimation process |
| 2017 | 1,197 | 1.42% | estimation process |
| 2018 | 1,204 | 0.58% | estimation process |
| 2019 | 1,198 | -0.5% | estimation process |
| 2020 | 1,204 | 0.5% | estimation process |
Best Things to Do in Archer
1Ashton Biological Preserve
Archer, FL 32618, United States View details
Phone: +13524957449 | Website available
2Archer Historical Society Railroad Museum
16994 SW 134th Ave, Archer, FL 32618, United States View details
Phone: +13524952310 | Website available
People born in Archer (1)
U.S. military veteran Willie Mae Williams was born in Archer
Nearby Schools and Colleges
Schools and campuses linked to Archer, FL. Select a name to open its map and contact details.
| Code | Name | City | ZIP |
|---|---|---|---|
| 406547 | City College-Gainesville | Gainesville (FL) | 32607 |
| 457439 | Summit Salon Academy-Gainesville | Gainesville (FL) | 32607 |
| 134024 | Florida School of Massage | Gainesville (FL) | 32608-5419 |
| 137096 | Santa Fe College | Gainesville (FL) | 32606-6210 |
| 134130 | University of Florida | Gainesville (FL) | 32611 |
Nearby Transit Stations (6)
Rail and bus stations connected to Archer, FL. Select a station to open its map and address details.
| Code | Name | Address | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| GNF | Gainesville, Florida | 201 East University Ave. | BUS |
| WDO | Waldo, Florida | 14648 NE 147th Avenue | BUS |
| OCA | Ocala, Florida | 531 Northeast First Ave | BUS |
| PAK | Palatka | 220 North 11th Street | RAIL |
| WWD | Wildwood, Florida | 601 North Main Street | OTHER |
Closest post offices linked to Archer.
| Post Office Name | City | ZIP |
|---|---|---|
| Archer Post Office | Archer (FL) | 32618 |
| Bronson Post Office | Bronson (FL) | 32621 |
| Newberry Post Office | Newberry (FL) | 32669 |
| Williston Post Office | Williston (FL) | 32696 |
| Gainesville Gen Mail Faclty Post Office | Gainesville (FL) | 32608 |
Other places with the same name (1)
- Archer, Iowa city in Iowa, United States with a population of 123 people.
Other cities in Alachua County
Cities, towns, neighborhoods & other populated places in Alachua County , FL.
| City Name | Population | Title |
|---|---|---|
| Gainesville | 135,004 | The third most populous city in Florida. |
| West Park | 15,038 | City in Florida, United States of America |
| Alachua | 9,916 | City in Alachua County, Florida, United States |
| Newberry | 6,368 | City in Alachua County, Florida, United States of America |
| High Springs | 6,280 | City in Alachua County, Florida, United States |
| Hawthorne | 1,536 | City in Florida, United States |
| Waldo | 998 | City in Florida |
| Micanopy | 637 | Town in Alachua County, Florida, United States |
| La Crosse | 401 | Town in Alachua County, Florida |
Distance to Other Cities
Archer distances to largest Florida cities