Valrico, Census-designated place in Hillsborough County, Florida.
Valrico is a census-designated place in east-central Hillsborough County, Florida, sitting at an elevation of 56 feet (17 meters). The community spreads between Brandon, Bloomingdale, and FishHawk, with neighborhoods, schools, parks, and local shopping areas.
The area was once known as Long Pond and served as a cotton farming region before receiving its current name in the 1880s from William G. Tousey. The Spanish-derived name means 'rich valley' and reflects the region's agricultural past.
The James McCabe Theater, once called the Valrico Civic Center, has served as the community's gathering place for performances and events since 1914. Today, locals and visitors enjoy concerts, theater productions, and celebrations that bring people together.
The area has multiple schools including Bloomingdale High School and Durant High School, making it a family-oriented community. Getting around is straightforward with local roads and parks easily accessible to visitors.
The Florida Central and Peninsular Railroad arrived in 1890 and brought a steam mill to Valrico station, marking a shift from farming to industrial work. This rail connection fundamentally changed how the community developed.
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