Amelia Island, Florida Statistic: Population, Charts, Map, Steets and More

The following article is about the Population & Steets in Ameilia Island City, Florida. This data is compiled from the most recent American Community Survey. This data is updated annually as new information becomes available, but no guarantee is given. You should verify the accuracy of this data on your own. To learn more, read Steve Nicklas' Marketplace column on the subject. In this article, he explores the changing face of Amelia Island.

Amelia Island is the destination for many in Northeast Florida. Visitors to this city are attracted by great weather, historic sites, shopping, and a variety of outdoor activities. Real estate for sale in Amelia Island is available in many types. There are condos, townhouses, and private vacation rentals available. In addition to condominiums, many people choose to rent vacation cottages. There are several other lodging options in Amelia Island, Florida, as well.

Amelia Island was a bustling Victorian seaport village in the 1880s. The city's economy was buoyed by the growing number of vacationers who flocked to the area. The city is still home to the Amelia Island Plantation Resort, which opened in 1991. Today, the Ritz-Carlton Amelia Island Hotel is one of the largest private employers in the county. The hotel has recently added conference space and has been the site of the Concours d'Elegance classic car show for sixteen years.

The city of Amelia Island is located on the northern end of Amelia Island and is the county seat of Nassau County. Yulee is another incorporated town. The original town of Fernandina was settled by Timucuan Indians. Native American bands called this island Napoyca. The island was populated by the Timucuan Indian people until the early 18th century. European settlement began in the early 18th century, and the city was named for King Ferdinand VII of Spain.