Astor Florida Map

About Astor, Florida

Astor is a locality in Lake County, Florida, United States. It has a population of approximately 1,391. The population density is 249.1 people per km². Astor is located at 29.1625°N, 81.5253°W. It observes the Eastern Time (America/New_York) timezone. ZIP code: 32102.

Astor rests where the St. Johns River begins its northward journey, a place where the water's breath mingles with the humid Florida air. It lies 16.3 miles north-west of DeLand, FL (from DeLand, FL: bearing 305°T), and is situated 6.4 miles south-west of Pierson. The land here is a low-lying canvas of palmettos, their fan-shaped leaves rustling like dry paper in the breeze, interspersed with the stoic, moss-draped limbs of ancient live oaks. Shallow, tea-colored waters, teeming with unseen life, spread out into broad lakes and meandering creeks, reflecting the wide, often brilliant sky. The air itself carries a faint, earthy scent, a blend of damp soil, decaying leaves, and the sweet perfume of unseen blossoms, a constant reminder of the lush, subtropical environment. Sunlight, when it breaks through the canopy, falls in broad, golden shafts, illuminating the dust motes dancing in the stillness. The history of Astor is deeply entwined with its waterways, serving as a vital artery for commerce and connection long before paved roads crisscrossed the state. Early settlers, drawn by the fertile banks and abundant fishing, established a presence here, their lives dictated by the ebb and flow of the river. The local economy, even now, retains a strong connection to the water, with fishing charters and bait shops dotting the landscape, catering to both seasoned anglers and casual visitors seeking the thrill of the catch. Though the grand hotels of a bygone era have largely faded, the spirit of hospitality and a relaxed, unhurried pace of life persist, a quiet testament to Astor's enduring appeal as a place to escape the clamor of the outside world.

About This Astor Map Page

This page provides an embedded street and satellite map of Astor, Florida — switch between views using the small square in the bottom left-hand corner of the map. Coordinates: 29.16248, -81.525349. Live weather conditions are sourced directly from the National Weather Service, with current observations and a 7-day forecast also powered by Open-Meteo. Real-time local news and world news feeds keep the page current, while a Wikipedia summary or an editorially written description provides background on Astor and Lake County.

Detailed location data for Astor includes the ZIP code (32102), telephone area code (850), county seat of Lake County (Tavares), and school district assignment (Lake County School District). These are among the most commonly searched location details for any US city or town.

Location data is drawn from the USGS Geographic Names Information System (GNIS) and cross-verified against 2020 US Census records by coordinate proximity — ensuring the correct Astor is identified even where the name is shared across multiple counties or states. Population figures are sourced from the 2020 US Census.