Gifford, Florida

Gifford is a 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 7,599 at the 2000 census. Gifford has a rich African American history. There are a number of pioneer families who are a permanent part of the fabric of Indian River County, most notably the Gipson (Gibson), Hudson, Sharpton, Lundy, Jackson, McGriff, Hart, York, Bryant, Moore and Williams families.GeographyAccording to the United States Census Bureau, the CDP has a total area of 7.5sqmi, of which 7.1sqmi is land and 0.4sqmi (6.00%) is water.DemographicsAs of the census of 2000, there were 7,599 people, 3,036 households, and 1,897 families residing in the CDP. The population density was 1,078.1 people per square mile (416.2/km²). There were 3,595 housing units at an average density of 510.0/sq mi (196.9/km²). The racial makeup of the CDP was 38.70% White, 57.43% African American, 0.16% Native American, 0.25% Asian, 1.96% from other races, and 1.50% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 6.67% of the population.