Longwood
cityLongwood, Florida, is a city in Seminole County, part of the Orlando-Kissimmee-Sanford Metropolitan Statistical Area. Longwood offers a blend of historic charm and modern development. The city is located just north of Orlando, making it a convenient location for residents working in the greater Orlando area. The population was 15,087 at the 2020 census. Longwood has a diverse economy with key industries including healthcare, technology, and retail. Several major employers are located in the city, contributing to a strong business core. The city is focused on supporting and attracting businesses to the area. Longwood's history dates back to the 1870s, with early settlers establishing homesteads in the region. The city officially incorporated in 1923 and has since grown into a residential community known for its historic district, parks, and family-friendly atmosphere.
Longwood, Florida
- Classification
- City
- FIPS Code
- 12-41250
- Country
- United States
- County
- Seminole
- Region
- Central Florida
- Elevation
- 75 ft
- Total Area
- 5.6 sq mi
- Land Area
- 5.3 sq mi
- Water Area
- 0.3 sq mi
- Latitude
- 28.703053
- Longitude
- -81.338402
- Climate
- Humid subtropical climate
- Notable Features
- Wekiva River · Spring Hammock
- Neighboring Areas
- Lake Mary · Altamonte Springs · Winter Springs · Wekiva Springs
- Population (2020)
- 15,087
- Est. Population (2021)
- 16,451
- Median Age
- 42.7
- Median Income
- $77,347
- Poverty Rate
- 10.35%
- Racial & Ethnic Composition
- Information not available from provided sources.
- Government Type
- Commission-Manager
- Governing Body
- City Commission
- Body Size
- 5 members
- School District
- Seminole County Public Schools
- Municipal Services
- Police · Fire · Public Works · Parks & Recreation
- Unemployment Rate
- 4.7%
- Economic Profile
- Residential · Commercial
- Employment Sectors
- Healthcare · Technology · Retail
- Major Employers
- South Seminole Hospital · UPS · FedEx · Collis Roofing · Comprehensive Energy Services · Pemberton Attachments
- Students
- 67,000
- Teachers
- 10,000
- Graduation Rate
- 95.5%
- School Districts
- Seminole County Public Schools
- Transportation
- Interstate 4 · SunRail · State Road 434
- Utilities
- Municipal water · Power · Broadband
- Major Facilities
- South Seminole Hospital
- Outdoor Access
- Yes
- Major Recreation Areas
- Wekiva Springs State Park · Lake Concord Park · Candyland Park · Reiter Park
- Parks & Trails
- Cross Seminole Trail · City Parks
- Founded
- 1870s
- Incorporated
- 1923
- Named After
- A suburb of Boston
- Historical Significance
- Early settlement and development in Central Florida, growth alongside the citrus and railroad industries, transition to a residential community within the Orlando metropolitan area
- Key Events
- Settlement by John Searcy and Edward Henck · Development of citrus and lumber industries · Construction of the South Florida Railroad · Establishment as a residential community in the Orlando metro area