Lockhart is a census-designated place in Orange County, Florida, United States. As of the 2020 census, Lockhart had a population of 14,058.[4] It is part of the Orlando–Kissimmee–Sanford, Florida Metropolitan Statistical Area. The community is named for David Lockhart (19 March 1864 - 26 August 1923).
Lockhart, Florida | |
|---|---|
 Location in Orange County and the state of Florida | |
| Coordinates: 28°37′21″N 81°26′04″W / 28.62250°N 81.43444°W | |
| Country | United States |
| State | Florida |
| County | Orange |
| Area | |
• Total | 4.61 sq mi (11.93 km2) |
| • Land | 4.44 sq mi (11.49 km2) |
| • Water | 0.17 sq mi (0.45 km2) |
| Elevation | 82 ft (25 m) |
| Population (2020) | |
• Total | 14,058 |
| • Density | 3,169.7/sq mi (1,223.81/km2) |
| Time zone | UTC-5 (Eastern (EST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-4 (EDT) |
| ZIP code | 32810 |
| Area codes | 407, 689 |
| FIPS code | 12-41025[3] |
| GNIS feature ID | 2403241[2] |
Geography
editAccording to the United States Census Bureau, the CDP has a total area of 11.8 km2 (4.6 mi2), of which 11.3 km2 (4.4 mi2) is land and 0.5 km2 (0.2 mi2) (4.17%) is water.
History
editLockhart was first established as a town when the Lockhart mill was completed in 1894. The town originally was known for its citrus and lumber production.[5] By 1907, the town had 1907. In the 1920's, many new mill houses were constructed in an area known as New Hill.[6]
On February 29, 2020, Orange County Commissioner Christine Moore worked with artist Lisa Mikler to paint a mural that depicts how Lockhart looked at its start. The mural is located at the intersection of Edgewater Drive and Lake Lockhart Drive.[7]
Demographics
edit| Census | Pop. | Note | %± |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1970 | 5,809 | — | |
| 1980 | 10,569 | 81.9% | |
| 1990 | 11,636 | 10.1% | |
| 2000 | 12,944 | 11.2% | |
| 2010 | 13,060 | 0.9% | |
| 2020 | 14,058 | 7.6% | |
| source:[8][9] | |||
2020 census
editAs of the 2020 census, Lockhart had a population of 14,058. The median age was 37.8 years. 22.0% of residents were under the age of 18 and 14.0% of residents were 65 years of age or older. For every 100 females there were 97.6 males, and for every 100 females age 18 and over there were 95.3 males age 18 and over.[10][11]
100.0% of residents lived in urban areas, while 0.0% lived in rural areas.[12]
There were 5,244 households in Lockhart, of which 30.1% had children under the age of 18 living in them. Of all households, 38.6% were married-couple households, 21.6% were households with a male householder and no spouse or partner present, and 30.8% were households with a female householder and no spouse or partner present. About 23.8% of all households were made up of individuals and 7.6% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older.[10]
There were 5,559 housing units, of which 5.7% were vacant. The homeowner vacancy rate was 1.8% and the rental vacancy rate was 6.7%.[10]
| Race | Number | Percent |
|---|---|---|
| White | 6,011 | 42.8% |
| Black or African American | 3,741 | 26.6% |
| American Indian and Alaska Native | 76 | 0.5% |
| Asian | 587 | 4.2% |
| Native Hawaiian and Other Pacific Islander | 8 | 0.1% |
| Some other race | 1,268 | 9.0% |
| Two or more races | 2,367 | 16.8% |
| Hispanic or Latino (of any race) | 3,900 | 27.7% |
2000 census
editAt the 2000 census,[3] there were 12,944 people, 4,642 households and 3,305 families living in the CDP. The population density was 1,143.6/km2 (2,963.6/mi2). There were 4,952 housing units at an average density of 437.5/km2 (1,133.8/mi2). The racial makeup of the CDP was 73.79% White, 16.08% African American, 0.58% Native American, 2.21% Asian, 0.04% Pacific Islander, 4.21% from other races, and 3.09% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 16.09% of the population.
There were 4,642 households, of which 37.9% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 49.3% were married couples living together, 16.0% had a female householder with no husband present, and 28.8% were non-families. 20.1% of all households were made up of individuals, and 5.2% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.79 and the average family size was 3.20.
Age distribution was 29.2% under the age of 18, 8.8% from 18 to 24, 34.1% from 25 to 44, 19.6% from 45 to 64, and 8.3% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 33 years. For every 100 females, there were 98.4 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 94.9 males.
The median household income was $38,169, and the median family income was $39,786. Males had a median income of $30,337 versus $24,006 for females. The per capita income for the CDP was $16,593. About 8.9% of families and 11.3% of the population were below the poverty line, including 15.9% of those under age 18 and 9.1% of those age 65 or over.
Education
editReferences
edit- ↑ "2020 U.S. Gazetteer Files". United States Census Bureau. Retrieved October 31, 2021.
- 1 2 U.S. Geological Survey Geographic Names Information System: Lockhart, Florida
- 1 2 "U.S. Census website". United States Census Bureau. Retrieved January 31, 2008.
- ↑ "2020 Decennial Census Redistricting Data (Public Law 94-171)". United States Census Bureau. 2021. Retrieved March 11, 2026.
- ↑ Independence, Contractor. "Lockhart, Florida: A Community Steeped in History". 3MG. Retrieved May 14, 2025.
- ↑ "The Mill Village of Lockhart Historical Marker". www.hmdb.org. Retrieved May 14, 2025.
- ↑ "Mayor Jerry L. Demings and Commissioner Christine Moore to Dedicate Lockhart Community History Mural". OCFL Newsroom. Retrieved May 14, 2025.
- ↑ "Profile of General Population and Housing Characteristics: 2010 Demographic Profile Data (DP-1): Lockhart CDP, Florida". United States Census Bureau. Retrieved September 24, 2012.
- ↑ "CENSUS OF POPULATION AND HOUSING (1790-2000)". U.S. Census Bureau. Retrieved July 17, 2010.
- 1 2 3 "2020 Decennial Census Demographic Profile (DP1)". United States Census Bureau. 2021. Retrieved April 27, 2026.
- 1 2 "2020 Decennial Census Redistricting Data (Public Law 94-171)". United States Census Bureau. 2021. Retrieved April 27, 2026.
- ↑ "2020 Decennial Census Demographic and Housing Characteristics (DHC)". United States Census Bureau. 2023. Retrieved April 27, 2026.
- 1 2 3 "School Attendance Zone Maps". www.ocps.net. Retrieved May 14, 2025.