Uptown Tampa
Uptown Tampa | |
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  Uptown Tampa Location within the state of Florida | |
| Coordinates: 27°56′43″N 82°27′46″W / 27.94528°N 82.46278°W | |
| Country | United States |
| State | Florida |
| County | Hillsborough |
| City | Tampa |
| Population (2000) | |
• Total | 87,500 |
| Time zone | UTC-5 (Eastern (EST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-4 (EDT) |
Uptown Tampa is a subdistrict located at the northwestern end North Tampa. Notable attractions include University of South Florida, the Busch Gardens Tampa, Adventure Island (water park) and the Museum of Science and Industry [1] and recently has been having a significant growth in population, activities, culture, and nightlife.
Geography
The Uptown District covers 19 square miles bordered by Bearss Avenue to the north, Busch Boulevard to the south and Interstates 75 and 275 to the east and west.
Demographic
Source: City of Tampa
As of the census[1] of 2000, there were 87,500 people in the 19 square mile region. The population density was 4,605/mi2. The racial makeup of the neighborhood was 43% White, 46% African American, less than 0.5% Native American, 0% Asian, 4% from other races, and 6% were from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were about 7% of the population.
The per capita income for the neighborhood was $21,121.
See also
References
- ^ "U.S. Census website". United States Census Bureau. Retrieved 2008-01-31.
External links
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