Winter Park
cityWinter Park, Florida, is a city located in Orange County, just north of Orlando. Known for its picturesque scenery and high quality of life, Winter Park attracts residents and visitors alike. The city boasts a rich heritage, a strong sense of community, an extensive park system, and a diverse economic base, making it a desirable place to live, work, and play. The 2020 Census recorded a population of 29,795, but recent estimates place the population closer to 31,243 in 2026. Winter Park's economy is diverse, with key sectors including professional, scientific, and technical services, healthcare, retail trade, and financial services. Rollins College, the oldest college in Florida, significantly contributes to the workforce and provides opportunities for new businesses. The city is also known for its upscale shopping and dining experiences, particularly along Park Avenue, which features boutiques, galleries, and restaurants. What makes Winter Park distinctive is its blend of old-world charm and modern amenities. The city was originally developed as a winter resort for wealthy Northerners, and it has maintained its natural beauty and historic architecture throughout the years. With its tree-lined streets, abundant parks, brick-paved roads, and vibrant cultural scene, Winter Park offers a unique and appealing environment.
Winter Park, Florida
- Classification
- City
- FIPS Code
- 12-78300
- Country
- United States
- County
- Orange County
- Region
- Central Florida
- Elevation
- 66 ft
- Total Area
- 10.38 sq mi
- Land Area
- 8.76 sq mi
- Water Area
- 1.62 sq mi
- Latitude
- 28.598797
- Longitude
- -81.358315
- Climate
- Warm temperatures and natural surroundings
- Notable Features
- Chain of lakes (e.g., Lake Virginia, Lake Baldwin) · Tree canopy
- Neighboring Areas
- Orlando · Maitland
- Population (2020)
- 29,795
- Est. Population (2026)
- 31,243
- Median Age
- 44
- Median Income
- $105,724
- Poverty Rate
- 9.26%
- Family Households
- 52.4%
- Owner-Occupied
- 66%
- Racial & Ethnic Composition
- White (74.34%), Asian (6.18%), Black or African American (4.83%), Two or more races (12.2%), Hispanic (13.51%)
- Government Type
- Commission-Manager
- Governing Body
- City Commission
- Body Size
- 5 members
- School District
- Orange County Public Schools
- Municipal Services
- Police · Fire-Rescue · Public Works & Transportation · Parks & Recreation · Natural Resources & Sustainability · Electric Utility · Water & Wastewater Utilities · Planning & Zoning · Building & Permitting Services





























- Unemployment Rate
- 2.8%
- Economic Profile
- Residential/suburban · Commercial
- Employment Sectors
- Professional, Scientific, & Technical Services · Health Care & Social Assistance · Retail Trade · Finance & Insurance
- Major Employers
- Rollins College
- School Districts
- Orange County Public Schools
- Colleges & Universities
- Rollins College · Full Sail University · Crummer Graduate School of Business · University of Central Florida
- Transportation
- SunRail commuter rail · Amtrak · Interstate access · Public transit
- Utilities
- Municipal water · Municipal power · Fiber/broadband
- Major Facilities
- Hospitals · Rollins College
- Outdoor Access
- Yes
- Major Recreation Areas
- Central Park · Mead Botanical Garden · Kraft Azalea Garden · Lake Baldwin Park
- Parks & Trails
- Extensive park system · City parks · Trail systems
- Founded
- 1858
- Incorporated
- 1887
- Named After
- Something about a park in winter
- Historical Significance
- Developed as a resort community in the late 19th and early 20th centuries, known for its cultural and educational institutions
- Key Events
- Settled as Lakeview in 1858 · Renamed Osceola in 1870 · Founded as Winter Park in 1881 · Rollins College founded in 1885 · Incorporated as Town of Winter Park in 1887
