Explore Amelia Island, Florida, with this interactive street and satellite map.
| City | Amelia Island |
| State | Florida (FL) |
| County | Nassau County |
| Country | United States of America |
| Timezone | Eastern Time (America/New_York) |
| Latitude | 30.628 |
| Longitude | -81.458 |
| Population | 13,000 |
| Density | 280.0 /km² |
| Incorporated | N/A |
| ZIP Code | 32034 |
| Area Code | 850 |
| County Seat | Fernandina Beach |
Amelia Island captures the shifting light of the Atlantic, where the humid breath of the subtropics meets the salt-crusted edges of the earth. It lies 2.9 miles south of Fernandina Beach, FL (from Fernandina Beach, FL: bearing 175°T), and is situated 8.8 miles southeast of Saint Marys. The landscape is defined by a low, porous horizon where the earth yields to the tide and the air remains heavy with a briny, verdant stillness. A short distance away, the quiet flow of Kingsley Creek cuts through the marsh, its dark waters reflecting the palmetto scrub that thrives under the relentless sun. Inland, the gentle rise of McClure Hill offers a subtle variation in the flat terrain, a modest landmark in a region dominated by the rhythmic pull of the sea. Residents often watch the evening haze gather over the distant expanse of Nassau Sound, where the sky turns a bruised, singular purple before nightfall.
Amelia Island carries the weight of a complex history, having been claimed by eight different flags that left behind a layered, Spanish-colonial legacy. The local economy has evolved from the early days of maritime trade and shrimping into a modern blend of tourism and professional services. Industries here operate with a quiet efficiency, honoring the maritime heritage that once made these shores a vital northern gateway. Workers navigate the humid afternoons with a practiced ease, maintaining the delicate balance between preservation and the inevitable growth of a coastal commerce center. The rhythm of the workweek is dictated by the tides and the seasonal influx of visitors who seek the respite of the barrier sands. Even as the town modernizes, the legacy of its past remains visible in the architecture and the deliberate pace of the local markets.
Amelia Island fosters a cultural character shaped by a blend of Southern tradition and a persistent, island-bound independence. Visitors and residents alike find common ground at the Fernandina Beach Athletic Complex, a central hub for community life where the sounds of games often carry across the humid air. The island is noted for its preservation of historic districts, where the architecture stands as a testament to the influence of various eras rather than a singular style. Notable figures such as the author Robert Stone found a creative kinship with the atmosphere of these quiet, sun-bleached streets. Local events frequently celebrate the maritime roots of the region, drawing the public to the harborside to recognize the enduring connection to the water. Life here unfolds with a measured, contemplative quality, favoring the slow observation of the natural world over the frantic pace of the mainland.
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This page provides an embedded street and satellite map of Amelia Island, Florida. Coordinates: 30.628, -81.458. Live weather conditions are sourced directly from the National Weather Service. Real-time local and world news feeds keep the page current.
Detailed location data for Amelia Island includes the ZIP code (32034), telephone area code (850), county seat of Nassau County (Fernandina Beach), and school district assignment.
Location data is drawn from the USGS Geographic Names Information System (GNIS) and cross-verified against 2020 US Census records by coordinate proximity. Population figures are sourced from the 2020 US Census.
| Page generated | August 2026 |
| Location data | SimpleMaps US Cities Database; coordinates matched to USGS GNIS definitive data |
| Wikipedia validation | Article content matched to USGS GNIS coordinates via Wikipedia geosearch API. |