Margate, FL
| U.S. News Ratings | |
| Population: | 58,518 |
| Crime: | Low |
| Cost of Living: | Average |
| Health Care: | Comprehensive |
| Housing Price: | Low |
| Income: | Low |
Climate
Weather in the area tends to be hot and humid, typical of south Florida.
Geography
Margate is northwest of Fort Lauderdale, and is just west of the Atlantic Ocean.
Cultural Attractions
The nearby Boca Raton Art Museum is filled with art that represents the culture of Florida.
Recreation
The Calypso Cove Waterpark features three swimming pools and various exercise and instructional programs.
Historical
Margate became a town in 1955, and was incorporated as a city in 1961.
| Population [details] | 58,518 |
| Percentage of population under 50 | 61.2% |
| Children per square mile [details] | 1133.08 |
| Percentage of population who are college educated | 21.40% |
| High/low January temperature [details] | 73.58 °F/51.47 °F |
| High/low July temperature [details] | 91.72 °F/73.25 °F |
| Annual precipitation [details] | 48.64 in. |
| Total crime risk [details] | 49 |
| Cost of living [details] | 99.7 |
| State sales tax | 6.00% |
| Closest city of 500,000+ (and distance) | Jacksonville (292.81 miles) |
| Closest airport (and distance) | FORT LAUDERDALE/HOLLYWOOD INTERNATIONAL (13.00 miles) |
| Recreational activities [details] | Boating/Sailing, Golf, Sporting events, Trails and wildlife, Travel |
| Cultural activities | Books and reading, Charitable activities and contributions, Concerts, Current affairs, Family/Arts events, Movie theaters, Museums, Wineries |
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