Starke

Bradford County, FL

Population

5,756

Walk Score

64 · Somewhat Walkable

Median rent

$1,023

Median home value

$122,200

[[Municipal corporation

1870

Starke is a city in and the county seat of Bradford County, Florida, United States. The 2025 estimated population was 6,000. The origin of the city's name is disputed. Starke may have been named in honor of local landowner George W. Cole's fiancée's family or in honor of Madison Starke Perry, fourth governor of Florida.

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On the National Register

Historic districts

Call Street Historic District · listed 1985

Notable landmarks

Old Bradford County Courthouse · listed 1974
Woman's Club of Starke · listed 1997

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