5 Things You Should Know About Pinellas County
Dated: June 22 2024
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5 Things You Should Know About Pinellas County
Pinellas County may be best known as the home of beaches, but there's so much more to it than that!
Here are 5 surprising facts about Pinellas County and its residents. (Plus, we've thrown in some helpful links so you can learn even more!)
5 Facts About Pinellas County
#1 The Meaning of the Name "Pinellas"
The word "Pinellas" is from the Spanish word Punta Pinal which means "point of pines." The description fits the neighborhood perfectly when it was discovered by Panfilo de Narvaez in 1528. The Narvaez expedition and 400 soldiers may have been the first Europeans in this area, and they were primarily looking for gold and silver. One of the earliest known inhabitants of Pinellas County were Native Americans, and there are many large Indian shell mounds in the county. One of these is Pinellas County's Philippe Park, located in Safety Harbor.
(Source: pinellascounty.org)
#2 Pinellas County Established Date
It was a long-running feud of 70 years. From 1886 until 1911, W. L. Straub, St. Petersburg historian and publisher, kept up a withering campaign of criticism Of Tampa in the battle to divide Pinellas County out of Hillsborough. Then on January 01, 1912, Pinellas County was finally separated from Hillsborough after passing a local referendum and was declared the 48th County of Florida.
(Sources: digitalcommons.usf.edu ; pinellascounty.org)
#3 Pinellas County is Florida's 7th Most Populous County
Florida is ranked number 3 in most populous counties of the U.S, being followed by Los Angeles with 10 million and Cook with 5.2 million respectively. However, In 2021, Pinellas County's density is at 3,523 persons per square mile versus 3,504 last 2020 with a total population of 983,186.
(Population Reference: govhrusa.com)
#4 There are 24 municipalities in Pinellas County
Clearwater is the county seat, and the second largest city, while St. Petersburg is the largest city with a population of 258,308 and Tarpon Springs was the first incorporated city in 1887. Of Florida's sixty-seven counties, Pinellas is the state's second smallest county in size, and it is the smallest outside of Union County.
Pinellas County stretches 38 miles in length and has a width of 15 miles. Total area is 280 square miles. In total, 588 miles of coastline.
(Source: pinellascounty.org)
#5 Plenty of the Amazing Beaches in Pinellas County
Did you know that Pinellas County has 35 miles of powdery white beaches and nearly 588 miles of coastline? These beaches range from being accessible only by boat to kid-friendly and equipped with lifeguards and playgrounds. With an average of 360 days of sunny weather per year, it's a place where you can spend some time at the beach or surf just about any time you, please.
The most popular are Caladesi Island State Park, Clearwater Beach, and St. Pete Beach, but we have many others that offer solitude even on our busier days. We may be #1 for beaches, but there’s so much more to do here!
(Source: pinellascounty.org)
5 Things You Should Know About Pinellas County Conclusion
Hopefully, this article has opened your eyes to Pinellas County in a new light. It's more than just a seaside vacation destination; there is plenty to do, learn, and enjoy here!
Now that you know a little bit more about this county, we hope that you'll consider "discovering" Pinellas County for yourself. You never know what might await you around the next corner or down the next road—and isn't that half of the fun?
Learn more about Pinellas County Statistics.
If you need help in selling or buying a home in St. Petersburg, Clearwater, or anywhere else in Pinellas County, Mangrove Bay Realty is here to answer any Real Estate questions. We’re on your side, so just let us know if there’s anything else we can do for you! CALL us at (727) 625-1777 or email us.