Where is Poinciana Located? - Poinciana is a city located in the Osceola County of Florida, United States. Poinciana lies between 21.3876594 Degrees North latitudes and 158.1520983 Degrees West longitudes.
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Where is Poinciana Located?
Poinciana is a city located in the Osceola County of Florida, United States. Poinciana lies between 21.3876594 Degrees North latitudes and 158.1520983 Degrees West longitudes. According to 2020 U.S.census, the population of Poinciana city is 69309 people and the city has a total area of 71.86 sq mi. The city has numerous parks and recreational facilities.
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Poinciana, Florida Quick Facts
| Attribute | Details |
|---|---|
| City | Poinciana |
| County | Osceola County and Polk County |
| State | Florida |
| State Capital | Tallahassee |
| US Region | Southern United States (South Atlantic Region) |
| Latitude | 28.1400° N |
| Longitude | 81.4584° W |
| Elevation | 82 ft (25 m) |
| Land Area | 35.81 sq mi |
| Water Area | 1.10 sq mi |
| Total Area | 36.91 sq mi |
| Population (2020 Census) | 69,309 |
| Population Density | Approximately 1,936 people per sq mi |
| ZIP Codes | 34758, 34759 |
| Area Code | 407, 321 |
| Time Zone Standard | Eastern Standard Time (EST, UTC−5) |
| Time Zone Daylight | Eastern Daylight Time (EDT, UTC−4) |
| Currency | United States Dollar (USD) |
| FIPS Code | 12-56875 |
| Congressional District | Florida's 18th Congressional District |
Transportation and Connectivity in Poinciana
| Category | Details |
|---|---|
| Airport Name | Orlando International Airport |
| IATA Code | MCO |
| Port | Port Canaveral (regional access) |
| Major Highways | U.S. Route 17/92, U.S. Route 27, Florida State Road 538, Interstate 4 (nearby) |
| Train/Amtrak Service | SunRail Poinciana Station; Amtrak connections in Kissimmee |
| Local Bus/Transit Service | Lynx Bus Service |
- U.S. Route 17/92 – Regional highway connecting Poinciana with Kissimmee, Haines City, and central Florida communities.
- U.S. Route 27 – Major north–south route providing access toward Clermont, Orlando, and South Florida.
- Florida State Road 538 (Poinciana Parkway) – Modern toll roadway improving connections between Poinciana and Interstate 4.
- Interstate 4 – Major interstate connecting the Orlando metropolitan area with Tampa and Daytona Beach.
Top Places to Visit in Poinciana, Florida
| Landmark Name | Type |
|---|---|
| Poinciana Community Park | Community Park |
| Lake Marion Creek Wildlife Management Area | Wildlife Area |
| Reedy Creek Nature Preserve | Nature Preserve |
| Poinciana Medical Center Area | Community Landmark |
| Lake Marion | Lake Recreation Area |
| Lake Hatchineha | Lake Recreation Area |
| Disney Wilderness Preserve | Nature Preserve |
| Shingle Creek Regional Park | Regional Park |
| Kissimmee Lakefront Park | Waterfront Park |
| Old Town Kissimmee | Entertainment District |
Driving Distances from Poinciana, Florida to Nearby Cities
| City | State | Distance (mi) | Approx. Drive Time |
|---|---|---|---|
| Kissimmee | Florida | 18 | 30 minutes |
| Haines City | Florida | 18 | 30 minutes |
| Davenport | Florida | 25 | 35 minutes |
| Orlando | Florida | 35 | 45 minutes |
| Winter Haven | Florida | 35 | 45 minutes |
| Lake Wales | Florida | 40 | 50 minutes |
| Tampa | Florida | 85 | 1 hour 30 minutes |
| Melbourne | Florida | 95 | 1 hour 40 minutes |
| Daytona Beach | Florida | 85 | 1 hour 30 minutes |
| Miami | Florida | 220 | 3 hours 30 minutes |
Colleges and Universities in Poinciana, Florida
| Institution Name | Type | Level | Notable For |
|---|---|---|---|
| Valencia College – Poinciana Campus | Public | Community College | Associate degrees, workforce training, and transfer programs |
| Polk State College – Northeast Campus | Public | College | Business, technology, and career education |
| University of Central Florida | Public | University | Research, engineering, business, and hospitality programs |
| Florida Southern College | Private | College | Liberal arts, business, and health sciences |
| Warner University | Private | University | Liberal arts and professional studies |
| School District of Osceola County | Public | K–12 District | Primary and secondary education |
Waterbodies in Poinciana, Florida
Lake Marion, Lake Hatchineha, Lake Tohopekaliga, Cypress Lake, Lake Marion Creek, Reedy Creek, Boggy Cove.
Golf Courses in Poinciana
Poinciana Golf Club, The Country Club of Winterhaven, Southern Dunes Golf and Country Club, Providence Golf Club, Ridgewood Lakes Golf Club.
Poinciana, Florida — Key Historical Facts
- Poinciana was developed in the 1960s as a planned residential community designed to provide affordable housing in central Florida.
- The community was named after the poinciana tree, a tropical flowering tree known for its bright red blossoms.
- Growth increased significantly during the late twentieth and early twenty-first centuries as the Orlando metropolitan area expanded southward.
- Poinciana spans parts of Osceola and Polk counties, making it one of the larger unincorporated communities in central Florida.
- Today, Poinciana is known for its diverse neighborhoods, parks, nearby lakes, and convenient access to Orlando's employment and tourism areas.
References
- Osceola County Government
- Polk County Government
- U.S. Census Bureau
- Visit Florida
- Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission
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