Silver Springs
Census-designated place in Marion County, Florida
Silver Springs is an unincorporated community (census-designated place) in Marion County, Florida, with 2,844 residents (2020 Census). The nearest town is Ocala, 6.4 miles SW.
- 2,844residents (2020 Census)
- 6.2 sq miland area · 15.9 km²
- 462 / sq mipopulation density
- 34470ZIP code
About Silver Springs
Silver Springs is an unincorporated community and census-designated place (CDP) in Marion County of northern Florida. It is the site of the Silver Springs, a group of artesian springs and a historic tourist attraction that is now part of Silver Springs State Park. The community is part of the Ocala metropolitan area. It was first listed as a CDP for the 2020 census, when it had a population of 2,844. One of Florida's first tourist attractions, the springs drew visitors even before the U.S. Civil War. Glass-bottom boats have been a popular way to see the 242-acre (98 ha) complex. A small amusement park with various animals, a concert stage, a carousel, and exhibits also developed.
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Living in Silver Springs
- Median household income
- $32,074
- Median home value
- $30,800
- Median rent
- $1,176/mo
- Median age
- 32
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Silver Springs had 2,844 residents in the 2020 Census.
| 2020 Census | 2,844 |
|---|---|
| Density | 462 per sq mi (178 per km²) |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau, Decennial Census.
Silver Springs at a glance
| State | Florida (FL) |
|---|---|
| County | Marion County |
| Type | Census-designated place |
| Population | 2,844 (2020) |
| Land area | 6.16 sq mi (15.9 km²) |
| Water area | 0.03 sq mi (0.08 km²) |
| Coordinates | 29.2192° N, 82.0555° W |
| ZIP code | 34470 |
| Census code (GEOID) | 1266125 |
Sources: U.S. Census Bureau (Gazetteer, ZCTA), USGS GNIS, Wikidata.
Towns near Silver Springs
- Ocala6.4 mi SW
- Silver Springs Shores7.8 mi S
- Belleview11.0 mi S
- Reddick13.4 mi NW
- Liberty Triangle14.0 mi SW
- Ocklawaha14.0 mi SE
- Ocala Estates15.4 mi W
- Silver Springs Shores East15.7 mi SE
- On Top of the World16.0 mi SW
- Marion Oaks17.3 mi SW
- McIntosh18.8 mi NW
- Rainbow Park19.0 mi W
Straight-line distance between town centers.
Frequently asked questions about Silver Springs
What county is Silver Springs in?
Silver Springs is in Marion County, Florida.
What is the population of Silver Springs, FL?
2,844 people lived in Silver Springs at the 2020 Census.
What is the ZIP code of Silver Springs, FL?
The ZIP code of Silver Springs is 34470.
What towns are near Silver Springs?
Ocala (6.4 mi), Silver Springs Shores (7.8 mi), Belleview (11.0 mi), Reddick (13.4 mi), Liberty Triangle (14.0 mi).
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