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Gulfport is a city in Pinellas County, Florida and a suburb of St. Petersburg. The population of Gulfport was 12,527 at the 2000 census. As of 2004, the population recorded by the U.S. Census Bureau wa 12,740. Gulfport is part of the Tampa-St. Petersburg-Clearwater, FL Metropolitan Statistical Area, the 21st largest MSA in the country.

The town was originally named Disston City in 1884 when Hamilton Disston purchased land here. The United States Postal Service would not recognize the name as it conflicted with a town in Hillsborough County. Instead, it was named Bonifacio. In 1890, the town name was changed to Veteran City. Finally, in 1910, the name officially changed to Gulfport.

Gulfport is distinguished by its high concentration of artisans inspired by the intense light and tropical scenery, enhanced by the swaying palms. A celebration the first Friday and third Saturday of each month called "Art Walk" attracts locals and tourists. Many street performers, artists and craftspeople show up to create a relaxed cultured atmosphere in the warm balmy evening breezes coming off the beach at the end of the street.

"Old Florida" is a phrase often evoked in describing Gulfport's waterfront district, with its mix of small-scale cottages and small independent shops, restaurants and other businesses, situated among mature oak trees and brick-paved streets. Gulfport's recognition as a primary dining destination in Tampa Bay is exemplified by the proximity of over a dozen restaurants within walking distance along a few blocks on or near Beach Blvd.

Tuesdays are Fresh Market days in the Gulfport Waterfront district from 9AM to 3PM, on Beach Blvd. The Fresh Market showcases fresh produce, cheese, seafood, honey, nuts, baked goods, plants, art and crafts, and local entertainment. The Fresh Market is a year-round event.

Annual festivals include Get Rescued In Gulfport on the fourth Saturday of February, a charitable street festival featuring pet rescue organizations from throughout the region, vendors of pet products and demonstrations. SpringFest occurs on the fourth Saturday of March and involves a day devoted to local artists, crafters, live music and more. The July 4th Celebration includes a parade, vendors, live music and a fireworks production staged at Williams Pier on the waterfront. Gecko Fest happens on Saturday of each Labor Day weekend and is the largest street festival of the year, including street performers, live music on multiple stages, and food, art and craft vendors. The Catherine A. Hickman Theater of Gulfport is located on Beach Blvd. at 26th Ave. South and is a venue for live theatrical performances. The nearby Gulfport Senior Center offers activities throughout the week for residents within and outside of the City.

The Gulfport Casino Ballroom, located on the waterfront, is one of the main event venues in the city. The Casino hosts dance events of Swing, Salsa, Argentine Tango, and Ballroom 5 days a week with a large turnout from all across the Tampa area. The venue also is available for rent to the public and popular for weddings, company parties and functions, and holiday parties. The ballroom features a 5000 square foot authentic 1930's style dance floor.

Adjacent to the Casino, Gulfport Beach offers an attractive swath of sand on Boca Ciega Bay for swimming, sunbathing and family gatherings. Beach pavillions, a bocce ball course, a playground, and jogging circle near the Recreation Center offer amenities for all ages. Teams assemble nearby for beach volleyball, while others enjoy picnics with tots on park swings. Stetson University Law School, founded in 1900, is located in Gulfport (having moved there in 1954 from its original location in DeLand).

Gulfport Education
Public education is provided by Pinellas County Schools. Gulfport has two public schools, Boca Ciega High School and Gulfport Elementary School. The closest middle school to Gulfport is Thurgood Marshall Middle School, located in St. Petersburg. Gulfport Elementary School was the first Montessori school in Pinellas County.

Gulfport Entertainment and Arts
A trolley that connects Gulfport to St. Pete Beach runs Monday through Saturday to stop at the restaurants, bars and shops, mostly concentrated on Beach Blvd. and Shore Blvd. The city is still a sleepy beach town but is gaining interest for its culinary and arts scene, and colorful ambience.


Gulfport FL Area Information

Gulfport FL Community Characteristics and Facts
  • Total Crime Risk: 124.0 (100 = National Average)
  • Population: 12,205
  • Population Growth Since 2000: -2.57%
  • Annual Max Avg. Temperature: 82 F
  • Annual Min Avg. Temperature: 63 F
  • Male Median Age: 48.1 years
  • Female Median Age: 51.6 years
  • Median Household Income: $43,382
  • Highest Education Level Attained: High School 30.84%, Bachelors 13.67%, Grad School 10.73%

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2010 Population Growth and Population Statistics Gulfport, FL Florida
Total Population 12,205 18,600,881
Square Miles 2.86 53,926.82
Population Density 4,269.00 344.90
Population Change Since 1990 3.27% 43.75%
Population Change Since 2000 -2.57% 16.38%
Forecasted Population Change by 2014 -1.03% 3.62%
Population Male 5,768 47.26% 9,136,479 49.12%
Population Female 6,437 52.74% 9,464,402 50.88%
Median Age 49.80 39.80

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2010 Weather Summary Gulfport, FL Florida
Weather Index 195 181
Annual Maximum Avg. Temperature 82.0 °F 81.0 °F
Annual Minimum Avg. Temperature 63.0 °F 61.0 °F
Annual Avg. Temperature 72.4 °F 70.9 °F
Annual Heating Degree Days (Tot Degrees < 65) 725 996
Annual Cooling Degree Days (Tot Degrees > 65) 3,427 3,170
Percent of Possible Sunshine 66 64
Mean Sky Cover (Sunrise to Sunset - Out of 10) 6 6
Mean Number of Days Clear (Out of 365 Days) 102 97
Mean Number of Days Rain (Out of 365 Days) 106 115
Mean Number of Days Snow (Out of 365 Days) 0 0
Avg. Annual Precipitation (Total Inches) 44.00" 55.00"
Avg. Annual Snowfall (Total Inches) 0.00" 0.00"

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