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Sun City Center Florida Map

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City	Sun City Center
State	Florida (FL)
County	Hills County
Country	United States of America
Timezone	Eastern Time (America/New_York)

Latitude	27.718086
Longitude	-82.351759
Population	30,952
Density	758.3 /km²
Incorporated	N/A
ZIP Codes	33573, 33571, 33598
Area Code	407, 321
School District	Hillsborough County School District

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About Sun City Center, Florida

Sun City Center is a locality in Hills County, Florida, United States. It has a population of 30,952. The population density is 758.3 people per km². Sun City Center is located at 27.7181°N, 82.3518°W. It observes the Eastern Time (America/New_York) timezone. ZIP codes: 33573, 33571, 33598.

Sun City Center occupies a flat, subtropical expanse where the heavy humidity of the afternoon frequently breaks into sudden, brilliant displays of lightning. It lies 3.3 miles west of Wimauma, FL (from Wimauma, FL: bearing 277°T), and is situated 5.1 miles southeast of Apollo Beach. The landscape remains defined by the proximity of Tampa Bay, which lies just five miles away and pulls a salt-tinged breeze across the palmetto scrub. Cypress Creek winds its way through the nearby terrain, serving as a quiet artery for the local ecosystem. For those seeking the deeper stillness of the woods, Little Manatee River State Park offers a preserved glimpse of the wilder Florida interior. On the distant horizon, the silhouette of Big Cockroach Mound rises as a subtle landmark, grounding the view in the ancient geology of the region.

Sun City Center emerged from the vision of mid-century planners who sought to create a self-contained enclave for retirees, transforming former agricultural lands into a planned residential model. The local economy relies heavily on the service and healthcare sectors, which cater to the specific needs of a population that favors leisure and stability. While the surrounding region once thrived on citrus groves, the modern landscape has shifted toward small-scale commerce and the specialized maintenance of manicured residential districts. The financial pulse of Sun City Center remains steady, fueled by the steady influx of new residents attracted to the climate and the structure of the neighborhood. Growth here is measured not by rapid industrial expansion, but by the quiet, consistent development of services that keep the community functioning with efficiency.

Cultural life in Sun City Center revolves around an active, social cadence where residents organize their days around shared clubs, recreation, and the pursuit of lifelong learning. The atmosphere is one of deliberate calm, with the golden hour light often settling over the residential lanes in a way that makes the palms appear almost motionless. While many look toward the amenities of the wider region, the daily rhythm remains rooted in the immediate social ties formed within the neighborhood. Landmarks are modest and functional, favoring community centers and gathering spaces over grand architectural monuments. Residents often travel toward the coast to see the tides of Tampa Bay or spend quiet afternoons near the water, yet they always return to the familiar, predictable comfort of their own streets.

Nearby Outdoor Places

Walking Club Rock (Monument) — 0.7 mi, 219° SW
Armed Forces Dedication Plaque (Monument) — 0.7 mi, 227° SW
Little Manatee River State Park (State Park) — 2.0 mi, 180° S
Bullfrog Creek Mitigation Park Wildlife and Environmental Area (State Conservation Area) — 2.1 mi, 000° N
Wimauma Civic Center (Local Park) — 3.0 mi, 104° E
Cockroach Bay Aquatic Preserve (Marine Protected Area) — 3.0 mi, 183° S
Little Manatee River Corridor (Local Conservation Area) — 3.6 mi, 122° SE
Amphitheater (Theatre) — 3.9 mi, 209° SW
Camp Bayou Park (Local Park) — 4.2 mi, 222° SW
Old Fish Camp Site (Historic Ruins) — 4.8 mi, 216° SW
Golden Aster Scrub Nature Preserve (State Conservation Area) — 5.1 mi, 356° N
Manatee Viewing Center (Attraction) — 6.0 mi, 330° NW
Cockroach Bay Preserve State Park (Marine Protected Area) — 6.2 mi, 265° W
McQueens Village (Historic Ruins) — 6.7 mi, 312° NW
Open Space (Local Conservation Area) — 7.0 mi, 280° W
Cockroach Creek Greenway (Local Recreation) — 7.6 mi, 234° SW
Florida Gulf Coast Railroad Museum (Museum) — 9.9 mi, 206° SW
Alafia River State Park (State Park) — 12.6 mi, 078° E
Port Tampa Cemetery (Monument) — 14.1 mi, 318° NW
Royal Caribbean cruise port (Attraction) — 16.6 mi, 340° N
"untitled" (Public Artwork) — 16.7 mi, 340° N
Carnival cruise port (Attraction) — 16.7 mi, 340° N
Friday Morning Musicale (Theatre) — 16.9 mi, 335° NW
CMX CineBistro Hyde Park (Cinema) — 17.0 mi, 333° NW
Margaritsville at Sea Port (Attraction) — 17.0 mi, 341° N
Dean Street Fine Art Gallery (Gallery) — 17.1 mi, 336° NW
Henry B. Plant Museum (Museum) — 17.2 mi, 336° NW
Scarfone/Hartley Gallery (Gallery) — 17.3 mi, 336° NW
The Gallery at 1920 (Gallery) — 17.6 mi, 343° N
Pinellas National Wildlife Refuge (National Wildlife Refuge) — 20.3 mi, 260° W · 428 acres

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