City of Winter Haven
Winter Haven is a city in Polk County, Florida, United States. The population was 26,487 at the 2000 census. According to the U.S. Census Bureau's 2007 estimates, the city had a population of 32,577, making it the second most populated city in Polk County. Winter Haven is best known as the home of Cypress Gardens, a theme park which has recently gone through renovations to add thrill rides. Country musician Gram Parsons was from a wealthy family in Winter Haven. Winter Haven was also home to the first Publix supermarket circa 1930.
Area
- Total
- 25.4 sq mi (65.8 km²)
- Land
- 17.7 sq mi (45.8 km²)
- Water
- 7.7 sq mi (20 km²)
Elevation
- 167 ft (51 m)
Population (2000)
- Total
- 26,487
- Density
- 1,042.8/sq mi (402.5/km²)
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