Astor, Florida Population, Hospitals, Airports, and Schools
The current estimated population of Astor is 1,500, with males comprising 50% and females 50%. The town’s population has seen minimal fluctuation in recent years, maintaining a consistent size with slow growth driven by tourism and its appeal as a retirement destination.
City Facts
- Year Founded: 1874
- County Affiliated: Lake County
- Land Area: 2.6 square miles
- Population Density: 577 people per square mile
- Area Code: 352
- Zip Codes: 32102
Geography and Location
Astor is situated along the western banks of the St. Johns River in Central Florida, about 40 miles west of Daytona Beach. The town is known for its scenic waterfront properties and access to the Ocala National Forest, which borders the town to the west. Astor’s location along the river makes it a popular destination for boating, fishing, and nature tourism. The town is surrounded by lush forests, wetlands, and springs that typify the region’s natural beauty. The St. Johns River provides a natural corridor for wildlife, adding to the town’s rustic charm. Astor’s climate is humid subtropical, characterized by hot, humid summers and mild winters, making it an attractive year-round destination for outdoor enthusiasts and retirees alike. The town is accessible via State Road 40, which connects it to nearby cities and recreational areas.
Demographics
Median resident age: 48.4 years
Median household income: $31,284
Median house value: $90,800
Population by Race
Races in Astor:
- White Non-Hispanic (89.3%)
- Hispanic (9.1%)
- Other race (1.2%)
- American Indian (0.9%)
- Black (0.7%)
(Total can be greater than 100% because Hispanics could be counted in other races)
Ancestries: English (13.2%), German (10.6%), Irish (10.2%), United States (9.5%), Scottish (7.7%), French (6.1%).
Elevation: 6 feet
Land area: 2.5 square miles
Population by Education
For population 25 years and over in Astor
- High school or higher: 69.7%
- Bachelor’s degree or higher: 11.5%
- Graduate or professional degree: 2.4%
- Unemployed: 1.1%
- Mean travel time to work: 33.7 minutes
For population 15 years and over in Astor CDP
- Never married: 17.0%
- Now married: 61.1%
- Separated: 1.0%
- Widowed: 8.6%
- Divorced: 12.2%
8.9% Foreign born (8.0% Latin America).
Hospitals
Hospitals/medical centers near Astor:
- FLORIDA HOSPITAL DELAND (about 17 miles; DE LAND, FL)
- FLORIDA HOSPITAL FISH MEMORIAL (about 22 miles; ORANGE CITY, FL)
- FLORIDA HOSPITAL/WATERMAN (about 24 miles; EUSTIS, FL)
Airports
Airports certified for carrier operations nearest to Astor:
- DAYTONA BEACH INTL (about 34 miles; DAYTONA BEACH, FL; Abbreviation: DAB)
- ORLANDO SANFORD (about 35 miles; ORLANDO, FL; Abbreviation: SFB)
- OCALA INTL-JIM TAYLOR FIELD (about 48 miles; OCALA, FL; Abbreviation: OCF)
Other public-use airports nearest to Astor:
- PIERSON MUNI (about 8 miles; PIERSON, FL; Abbreviation: 2J8)
- BOB LEE FLIGHT STRIP (about 17 miles; DELAND, FL; Abbreviation: 1J6)
- DELAND MUNI-SIDNEY H TAYLOR FIELD (about 19 miles; DELAND, FL; Abbreviation: DED)
Amtrak station near Astor:
- 17 miles: DELAND (2491 OLD NEW YORK AVE.). Services: ticket office, fully wheelchair accessible, enclosed waiting area, public restrooms, public payphones, vending machines, free short-term parking, free long-term parking, taxi stand.
Colleges and Universities
Colleges/universities with over 2000 students nearest to Astor:
- STETSON UNIVERSITY (about 17 miles; DELAND, FL; Full-time enrollment: 2,966)
- SEMINOLE COMMUNITY COLLEGE (about 33 miles; SANFORD, FL; Full-time enrollment: 5,261)
- EMBRY RIDDLE AERONAUTICAL UNIVERSITY (about 35 miles; DAYTONA BEACH, FL; Full-time enrollment: 9,008)
- DAYTONA BEACH COMMUNITY COLLEGE (about 35 miles; DAYTONA BEACH, FL; Full-time enrollment: 6,257)
- BETHUNE COOKMAN COLLEGE (about 35 miles; DAYTONA BEACH, FL; Full-time enrollment: 2,638)
- SAINT JOHNS RIVER COMMUNITY COLLEGE (about 36 miles; PALATKA, FL; Full-time enrollment: 2,509)
- UNIVERSITY OF PHOENIX-ORLANDO CAMPUS (about 39 miles; MAITLAND, FL; Full-time enrollment: 3,992)