Temple Terrace, FL
| U.S. News Ratings | |
| Population: | 22,699 |
| Crime: | Low |
| Cost of Living: | Average |
| Health Care: | Limited |
| Housing Price: | Average |
| Income: | Average |
Geography
The city's name comes from the Temple oranges that were grown here and the terraced terrain characteristic of the city.
Cultural Attractions
Just south of Temple Terrace, the Tampa Museum of Art has contemporary exhibits as well as a distinguished collection of Greek and Roman antiques.
Recreation
The Hillsborough River, which winds throughout the community, is popular for fishing, kayaking, and boating.
Historical
The first scheduled flight between Hillsborough County and Pinellas County was made by Tony Jannus in 1941; he could take only one passenger at a time and charged $5 for a ticket.
Fun Fact
The Rev. Billy Graham had a deep religious experience on the 18th hole of the Temple Terrace Golf and Country Club golf course.
| Population [details] | 22,699 |
| Percentage of population under 50 | 69.9% |
| Children per square mile [details] | 601.4 |
| Percentage of population who are college educated | 41.90% |
| High/low January temperature [details] | 72.04 °F/51.81 °F |
| High/low July temperature [details] | 90.18 °F/73.38 °F |
| Annual precipitation [details] | 54.82 in. |
| Total crime risk [details] | 71 |
| Cost of living [details] | 96.55 |
| State sales tax | 6.00% |
| Closest city of 500,000+ (and distance) | Jacksonville (161.09 miles) |
| Closest airport (and distance) | TAMPA INTERNATIONAL (10.00 miles) |
| Recreational activities [details] | Boating/Sailing, Golf, Health and fitness, Skiing/Snowshoeing, Sporting events, Swimming, Trails and wildlife, Travel |
| Cultural activities | Charitable activities and contributions, Concerts, Cultural and art events, Current affairs, Family/Arts events, Gourmet food, Movie theaters, Museums, Wineries |
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