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Gifford (/ ˈ ɡ ɪ f ər d /) is an unincorporated community and census-designated place (CDP) in Indian River County, Florida, United States. It is part of the Sebastian – Vero Beach Metropolitan Statistical Area .
The Gifford community is one steeped in the traditions of history and pride. Located between Sebastian and Vero Beach, this small community has a big heart. You can experience the local orchestra, visit the cultural center, or even spend the day at the world-class splash pad.
It's known for its sunny weather, lovely beaches, and friendly atmosphere. This area has a long history, with Native American tribes living here long before European settlers arrived. Over time, it became a spot where people loved to come because of the beautiful views and warm climate.
- How Gifford Began
- First Schools
- Gifford Grows
According to the Indian River County Historical Society, the settlement of Gifford was organized in the mid-1880s. Enumerated in the 1900 census as the Woodley precinct, the Gifford community emerged as a settlement village for black families. Georgia farmer William Brown purchased 160 acres from the federal government through a homestead patent an...
In 1892, William Edward Geoffrey, a black man from Darlington, South Carolina, came to work on the Florida East Coast Railroad in Gifford. The town's first school was built in 1898, but only served white children. In 1901, Geoffrey purchased 80 acres of land in Gifford, and donated a portion for a park and the construction of a school for black chi...
By the early 1900s, the African-American community now known as Gifford would have a busy railroad stop, a post office, school, park and a growing population of workers in citrus, domestic services, truck farming and lumber. Ronald Hudson appeared in a video produced by the IRC Historical Society and said most people in Gifford were employed in som...
Our Mission. To preserve, enhance and celebrate the rich history of Gifford by enriching life through the introduction and education of culturally significant programing to constituents of indian River County and the Treasure Coast community. MS. ANNA R. LANE, 100 year old Gifford Pioneer and oldest living graduate of Gifford High School.
In 2022, Gifford, FL had a population of 4.87k people with a median age of 31.6 and a median household income of $23,969. Between 2021 and 2022 the population of Gifford, FL grew from 4,477 to 4,868, a 8.73% increase and its median household income grew from $22,353 to $23,969, a 7.23% increase.
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Gifford ( / ˈɡɪfərd /) is an unincorporated community and census-designated place (CDP) in Indian River County, Florida, United States. It is part of the Sebastian – Vero Beach Metropolitan Statistical Area. The population was 5,511 at the 2020 census.
