New Port Richey, Florida
New Port Richey: city in Florida, United States
About
New Port Richey is a city located in the county of Pasco in the U.S. state of Florida. Its population at the 2010 census was 14,911 and a population density of 1,259 people per km². After 10 years in 2020 city had an estimated population of 17,033 inhabitants.
The city was created 111 years ago in 1914.
Danbury is the most populous city in Fairfield County, Connecticut. It is located about 50 miles northeast of New York City and has a population of 86,518. Danbury is noted as the home of the Danbury Fair Mall, the largest shopping mall in New England.
Danbury is part of the New York metropolitan area and is bordered by New Milford to the north and northeast, Ridgefield to the east, Redding to the south and Newtown to the west. The city is served by Interstate 84 and US Route 7. It is drained by the Naugatuck River which runs through the center of town.
The Naugatuck River Valley Trail has been developed along an abandoned railroad corridor that runs from Derby to Danbury. It offers pedestrian and bicycle access along its route from West Street in Danbury to South Street in Bethel. The trail passes through the cities of Danbury, New Milford, Roxbury and Brookfield. In addition to this linear trail there are several other trails within Danbury including: Kenyon Trail; Housatonic Rail Trail; Naugatuck River Greenway; Olde Towne Park Loop; Rock Ridge Park Loop; Western Hills Park Loop; as well as many others listed on a map provided by the city's website.
Danbury is also home to Danbury Hospital, Western Connecticut State University (formerly Western Connecticut State College), Danbury Hospital School of Nursing, and Western Connecticut Health Network (WestConn).
Danbury is home to many parks and places to visit such as:
-Skyview Drive In Movie Theater (1st outdoor theater in the state)
-Larz Anderson Park (Connecticut's largest municipal park)
-Danbury Railway Museum (used to be the oldest operating railway museum in the U.S.)
Quick Facts about New Port Richey
| Population | 17,033 (2020) |
| Country | United States of America |
| State | Florida (United States) |
| County | Pasco County |
| Phone Area Codes | 727 |
| Area | 11.85 km2 |
| Latitude & Longitude | 28.2442,-82.7193 |
| Altitude | 16 feet / 5 meters |
| Establishment | January 01, 1915 (111 years ago) |
| Time Zone | Eastern Time Zone |
| Local time | 20:43:30 (24th April 2026) |
| Postal code | 34652 |
| Density | 1,438 Pop. per km² as of 2020 |
| Population growth | 12.46% (2010-2020) |
| Weather | 82℉ Sunny 7-days weather |
Geography
New Port Richey is located at 28°14'39"N 82°43'9"W (28.2441800, -82.7192700).
New Port Richey map
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Weather
Sunny, with a high near 82. Southwest wind 5 to 8 mph.
7-Day ForecastOfficial website of New Port Richey
Official WebsiteDemographics
The population of New Port Richey increased by 12.46% in 10 years.
| Year | Population | % Change | Method |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2010 | 14,911 | - | census |
| 2011 | 14,885 | -0.17% | estimation process |
| 2012 | 14,891 | 0.04% | estimation process |
| 2013 | 14,986 | 0.63% | estimation process |
| 2014 | 15,402 | 2.7% | estimation process |
| 2015 | 15,668 | 1.7% | estimation process |
| 2016 | 15,994 | 2.04% | estimation process |
| 2017 | 16,261 | 1.64% | estimation process |
| 2018 | 16,486 | 1.36% | estimation process |
| 2019 | 16,737 | 1.5% | estimation process |
| 2020 | 17,033 | 1.74% | estimation process |
Best Things to Do in New Port Richey
1Sims Park
Grand Blvd &, Bank St, New Port Richey, FL 34652, United States View details
Phone: +17278414560 | Website available
2Robert K Rees Memorial Park
3503 Green Key Rd, New Port Richey, FL 34652, United States View details
Phone: +17278343252 | Website available
3New Port Richey Recreation & Aquatic Center
6630 Van Buren St, New Port Richey, FL 34653, United States View details
Phone: +17278414560 | Website available
4Jay B. Starkey Wilderness Park
10500 Wilderness Park Blvd, New Port Richey, FL 34655, United States View details
Phone: +17278343247 | Website available
5James E. Grey Preserve
6938 Plathe Rd, New Port Richey, FL 34653, United States View details
Phone: +17278414560 | Website available
Where to Eat in New Port Richey
1Cracker Barrel Old Country Store
5341 US-19, New Port Richey, FL 34652, United States View details
Phone: +17278495147 | Website available
2Applebee's Grill + Bar
8537 Little Rd, New Port Richey, FL 34654, United States View details
Phone: +17278171000 | Website available
3Denny's
4442 US-19 S, New Port Richey, FL 34652, United States View details
Phone: +17278480970 | Website available
4IHOP
4736 US-19, New Port Richey, FL 34652, United States View details
Phone: +17278477880 | Website available
5Sonny's BBQ
5130 Little Rd, New Port Richey, FL 34655, United States View details
Phone: +17273759555 | Website available
Where to Stay in New Port Richey
1Rodeway Inn
6826 US-19 North, New Port Richey, FL 34652, United States View details
Phone: +17278426800 | Website available
Services and Civic Places in New Port Richey
1Pasco County Utilities (PCU)
Left End Entrance, 7536 State St, New Port Richey, FL 34654, United States View details
Phone: +17278478131 | Website available
2New Port Richey City Hall
5919 Main St, New Port Richey, FL 34652 View details
Phone: +17278531016 | Website available
3City of New Port Richey
5919 Main St, New Port Richey, FL 34652 View details
Phone: +17278531021 | Website available
4Pasco County Flood Information
8731 Citizens Dr # 230, New Port Richey, FL 34654 View details
Phone: +17278478142
People born in New Port Richey (10)
People born in New Port Richey, including movie actress Jenny Hendrix, British writer Brooke Magnanti, singer and film and Broadway actor Chris Trousdale, .
More notable people
- Austin Rogers (American actor) he was born in 24/04/1994
- Jim Steele (American professional wrestler) he was born in 04/05/1967
- Mike Rabelo (American baseball player and manager) he was born in 17/01/1980
- R. C. Enerson (American racecar driver) he was born in 06/03/1997
- Amanda Addams (Actress) she was born in 02/02/1971
- Leon Orr (American-football player (1992-)) he was born in 11/02/1992
- Jessie James (American movie actress) she was born in 20/04/1971
Nearby Schools and Colleges
Schools and campuses linked to New Port Richey, FL. Select a name to open its map and contact details.
| Code | Name | City | ZIP |
|---|---|---|---|
| 137591 | Bene's Career Academy | New Port Richey (FL) | 34652 |
Nearby Transit Stations (10)
Rail and bus stations connected to New Port Richey, FL. Select a station to open its map and address details.
| Code | Name | Address | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| TPA | Union Station | 601 North Nebraska Ave | RAIL |
| STP | St Petersburg-Pinellas Park-Clearwater, Florida | 5251 110th Avenue North | BUS |
| DDE | Dade City, Florida | 14218 US Highway 98 | OTHER |
| LAK | Lakeland | 600 East Main Street | RAIL |
| LKL | Lakeland | 600 East Main Street | RAIL |
Closest post offices linked to New Port Richey.
| Post Office Name | City | ZIP |
|---|---|---|
| New Port Richey Post Office | New Port Richey (FL) | 34653 |
Other cities in Pasco County
Cities, towns, neighborhoods & other populated places in Pasco County , FL.
| City Name | Population | Title |
|---|---|---|
| Wesley Chapel | 44,092 | Census-designated place in Pasco County, Florida |
| Land O' Lakes | 31,996 | Census-designated place in Pasco County, Florida |
| Bayonet Point | 23,467 | Census designated place |
| Holiday | 22,403 | Census-designated place in Pasco County, Florida |
| Jasmine Estates | 18,989 | Census designated place |
| Zephyrhills | 17,019 | City in Florida |
| Elfers | 13,986 | Census designated place |
| Shady Hills | 11,523 | Census designated place |
| Dade City | 7,338 | County seat of Pasco County, Florida, United States |
| Beacon Square | 7,224 | Census-designated place in Pasco County, Florida, United States |
| Port Richey | 3,041 | City in Pasco County, Florida, United States of America |
| Lacoochee | 1,714 | Census-designated place in Pasco County, Florida |
| San Antonio | 1,506 | City in Pasco County, Florida, USA |
| Saint Leo | 1,372 | Town of the United States |
Distance to Other Cities
New Port Richey distances to largest Florida cities