Saint Augustine, Florida
Saint Augustine: County seat of St. Johns County, Florida, United States
About
Saint Augustine is a city located in the county of Saint Johns in the U.S. state of Florida. Its population at the 2010 census was 12,975 and a population density of 392 people per km². After 10 years in 2020 city had an estimated population of 16,518 inhabitants.
The city was created 459 years ago in 1564.
St. Augustine is known for its Spanish colonial architecture, ocean beaches and wildlife sanctuaries. It's also called the oldest city in the U.S.
The city was founded by Spanish admiral Pedro Menéndez de Avilés in 1565 and named after his patron saint, Augustine of Hippo. The Castillo de San Marcos, a 17th-century Spanish stone fortress with views of the St. Augustine Inlet, is one of the city's main attractions. Anastasia State Park is a protected wildlife sanctuary that has many trails for hiking or biking. It also has an observation tower that provides panoramic views of the surrounding area.
The city is located on the northeast coast of Florida and has a population of 15,065 people (as of 2020). It's known for its Spanish colonial architecture, Atlantic Ocean beaches like sandy St. Augustine Beach and tranquil Crescent Beach, as well as Anastasia State Park—a protected wildlife sanctuary. The Castillo de San Marcos is a 17th-century Spanish stone fortress with views of the St. Augustine Inlet.
The city has about 15,065 residents as of 2020. The mayor is Tracy Upchurch.
If you're looking for an exciting place to live with tons of history and culture but also want access to all kinds of great outdoor activities, St. Augustine may be just what you're looking for!
Quick Facts about Saint Augustine
| Population : | 16,518 (2020) |
| Country : | United States of America |
| State : | Florida (United States) |
| County : | Saint Johns County |
| Postal code : | 32080, 32084, 32085, 32086, 32095, 32082, 32092 |
| Phone Area Codes : | 904 |
| Area : | 33.06 km2 |
| Named for : | Augustine of Hippo |
| Altitude : | 499 feet / 152 meters |
| Capital city : | Saint Augustine is capital of St. Johns County |
| Establishment : | January 01, 1565 (459 years ago) |
| Time Zone : | America/New_York |
| Local time : | 19:39:43 (3rd May 2024) |
| Density : | 500 Pop. per km² as of 2020 |
| Population growth : | 21.45% (2010-2020) |
Geography
Saint Augustine is located at 29°53'41"N 81°18'52"W (29.8946900, -81.3145200).
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- Official Website
Official website of Saint Augustine
- Avilés
- George Town
Demographics
The population of Saint Augustine increased by 21.45% in 10 years.
| Year | Population | % Change | Method |
| 2010 | 12,975 | - | census |
| 2011 | 13,203 | 1.73% | estimation process |
| 2012 | 13,433 | 1.71% | estimation process |
| 2013 | 13,605 | 1.26% | estimation process |
| 2014 | 13,850 | 1.77% | estimation process |
| 2015 | 13,996 | 1.04% | estimation process |
| 2016 | 14,239 | 1.71% | estimation process |
| 2017 | 14,489 | 1.73% | estimation process |
| 2018 | 14,514 | 0.17% | estimation process |
| 2019 | 15,415 | 5.84% | estimation process |
| 2020 | 16,518 | 6.68% | estimation process |
Schools in Saint Augustine
College & universities near Saint Augustine, FL
| Code | Name | City | ZIP |
|---|---|---|---|
| 133711 | Flagler College-St Augustine | Saint Augustine (FL) | 32084 |
Stations (7)
Amtrak & bus stations near Saint Augustine, FL
| Code | Name | Address | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| PAK | Palatka | 220 North 11th Street | RAIL |
| JAX | Jacksonville | 3570 Clifford Lane | RAIL |
| DYA | Daytona Beach, Florida | 100 North Atlantic Ave | BUS |
| WDO | Waldo, Florida | 14648 NE 147th Avenue | BUS |
| DLD | DeLand | 2491 Old New York Ave | RAIL |
Post offices near Saint Augustine
| Post Office Name | City | ZIP |
|---|---|---|
| Saint Augustin Post Office | Saint Augustine (FL) | 32084 |
Other places with the same name (2)
- Saint Augustine , Illinois human settlement in Knox County, Illinois, United States of America with a population of 111 people.
Other cities in Saint Johns County
Cities, towns, neighborhoods & other populated places in Saint Johns County , FL.
| City Name | Population | Title |
|---|---|---|
| Fruit Cove | 29,362 | Census designated place |
| Palm Valley | 20,019 | City in Cameron County, Texas, United States of America |
| Saint Augustine Shores | 7,359 | Census-designated place in St. |
| Saint Augustine Beach | 7,138 | City in St. |
| Butler Beach | 4,951 | Census-designated place in St. |
| Sawgrass | 4,880 | Census-designated place in St. |
| Villano Beach | 2,678 | City in St. |
Distance to Other Cities
Saint Augustine distances to largest Florida cities
