Coral Springs
Coral Springs is a city located in Broward County, Florida, United States. The city, officially chartered on July 10, 1963, is known for its family-friendly charm, abundant parks, and quality schools.
History[edit | edit source]
Coral Springs was developed by Coral Ridge Properties, a division of Westinghouse. The city was master-planned and primarily built by WCI Communities, formerly known as Coral Ridge Properties, a division of Westinghouse. The city's name is derived from the company's name.
Geography[edit | edit source]
Coral Springs is located at 26°16′29″N 80°15′35″W. The city covers a total area of 24.0 square miles, of which 23.8 square miles is land and 0.19 square miles is water. It is bordered by the cities of Parkland, Coconut Creek, Margate, Tamarac, and North Lauderdale.
Demographics[edit | edit source]
As of the 2010 United States Census, there were 121,096 people, 41,214 households, and 31,187 families residing in the city. The population density was 5,200.6 inhabitants per square mile.
Economy[edit | edit source]
Coral Springs is home to several corporations, including First Data, Royal Plastics Group, and Alliance Entertainment. The city's largest employers are the Broward County Public Schools, Coral Springs Medical Center, and the city government.
Education[edit | edit source]
The city is served by Broward County Public Schools, and there are also several private schools in the area. Higher education is provided by Broward College and Nova Southeastern University.
Culture[edit | edit source]
Coral Springs is known for its vibrant arts scene, with the Coral Springs Museum of Art and the Coral Springs Center for the Arts offering a variety of exhibitions and performances.
Infrastructure[edit | edit source]
The city is served by the Coral Springs Police Department and the Coral Springs Fire Department. Healthcare services are provided by the Coral Springs Medical Center.
Notable people[edit | edit source]
Notable people from Coral Springs include actress Brittany Snow, baseball player Mike Napoli, and author Brad Meltzer.
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