Sunrise

Sunrise was incorporated in 1961 and founded by Norman Johnson.

Welcome to Sunrise

 

History

Sunrise was incorporated in 1961 and founded by Norman Johnson, a developer whose Upside-Down House attracted buyers to what was then a remote area. In 1960, Iowa-born developer Norman Johnson paid $9 million for 2,650 acres of land in southwestern Broward County. By 1961, this community of 1.75 square miles—which Johnson named Sunrise Golf Village—had fewer than 350 residents.
 
It has been reported that the community was to be named Sunset Village—but this did not occur because of objections from residents who felt that "sunset" was too final. (Originally called "Sunset," the name did not sit well with the retirees whom developers wanted to attract, so a change was made to "Sunrise.")
 

Activities and Attractions

The amenities of a growing cosmopolitan city. The heart and soul of a small town.
 
The City of Sunrise, located in western Broward County, is home to approximately 92,000 residents and hosts several million national and international visitors each year.
 
Sunrise is the 26th largest of Florida's 400+ incorporated municipalities, as well as one of its most progressive. Yet it remains a friendly place where natural beauty is valued, and lush landscaping is used to enhance neighborhoods, thoroughfares, and public places.
 
 
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Overview for Sunrise, FL

96,220 people live in Sunrise, where the median age is 40.8 and the average individual income is $30,650. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau.

96,220

Total Population

40.8 years

Median Age

High

Population Density Population Density This is the number of people per square mile in a neighborhood.

$30,650

Average individual Income

Demographics and Employment Data for Sunrise, FL

Sunrise has 36,360 households, with an average household size of 2.63. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau. Here’s what the people living in Sunrise do for work — and how long it takes them to get there. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau. 96,220 people call Sunrise home. The population density is 5,940.05 and the largest age group is Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau.

96,220

Total Population

High

Population Density Population Density This is the number of people per square mile in a neighborhood.

40.8

Median Age

47.21 / 52.79%

Men vs Women

Population by Age Group

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0-9 Years

10-17:

10-17 Years

18-24:

18-24 Years

25-64:

25-64 Years

65-74:

65-74 Years

75+:

75+ Years

Education Level

  • Less Than 9th Grade
  • High School Degree
  • Associate Degree
  • Bachelor Degree
  • Graduate Degree
36,360

Total Households

2.63

Average Household Size

$30,650

Average individual Income

Households with Children

With Children:

Without Children:

Marital Status

Married
Single
Divorced
Separated

Blue vs White Collar Workers

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Commute Time

0 to 14 Minutes
15 to 29 Minutes
30 to 59 Minutes
60+ Minutes

Schools in Sunrise, FL

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The following schools are within or nearby Sunrise. The rating and statistics can serve as a starting point to make baseline comparisons on the right schools for your family. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau.
Type
Name
Category
Grades
School rating
PRIVATE
6th - 12th
No rating available
Sawgrass Elementary School
PUBLIC
PreK - 5th
3/5
Championship Academy Of Distinction Of West Broward
PUBLIC
K - 8th
1/5
PUBLIC
9th - 12th
1/5
Village Elementary School
PUBLIC
PreK - 5th
No rating available
Bair Middle School
PUBLIC
6th - 8th
1/5
Westpine Middle School
PUBLIC
6th - 8th
2/5
Franklin Academy Sunrise
PUBLIC
K - 8th
3/5
Salah Tawfik Elementary And Middle
PRIVATE
PreK - 8th
No rating available
PRIVATE
K - 12th
No rating available
All Saints Catholic School
PRIVATE
K - 8th
No rating available
PRIVATE
PreK - 7th
No rating available
Welleby Elementary School
PUBLIC
PreK - 5th
2/5
Horizon Elementary School
PUBLIC
PreK - 5th
2/5
Nob Hill Elementary School
PUBLIC
PreK - 5th
3/5
Banyan Elementary School
PUBLIC
PreK - 5th
1/5
Sandpiper Elementary School
PUBLIC
PreK - 5th
2/5
Discovery Elementary School
PUBLIC
PreK - 5th
3/5
PUBLIC
12th - 12th
No rating available
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