# West Vero Corridor, Florida

West Vero Corridor is a census-designated place (CDP) in Indian River County, Florida, United States. The population was 10,039 at the 2020 census,. It is a principal part of the Sebastian–Vero Beach–West Vero Corridor Metropolitan Statistical Area.

## Geography

West Vero Corridor is located southeast of the geographic center of Indian River County at 27°38′24″N 80°29′48″W﻿ / ﻿27.64000°N 80.49667°W﻿ / 27.64000; -80.49667 (27.640013, -80.496557), extending 4 miles (6 km) along both sides of Florida State Road 60 west of the city Vero Beach. It is bordered to the east by the Vero Beach South CDP and to the west by Interstate 95. The center of Vero Beach is 3 miles (5 km) east of the CDP via SR 60. I-95 leads north 33 miles (53 km) to Melbourne and south 16 miles (26 km) to Fort Pierce.
According to the United States Census Bureau, the CDP has a total area of 4.9 square miles (12.8 km$^2$), of which 4.9 square miles (12.6 km$^2$) are land and 0.1 square miles (0.2 km$^2$), or 1.71%, are water.

## History

Prior to the arrival of European settlers, the land that is makes up the West Vero Corridor was home to several Native American tribes, including the Ais and Seminoles. As did most indigenous people, these tribes survived by relying upon resources provided by the nearby Indian River and the surrounding wilderness. In the 16th century, Spanish explorers arrived in Florida, establishing several settlements along the coast, and bringing European influence to the region.
However, it wasn’t until the late 19th and early 20th centuries that West Vero Corridor saw significant settlement. The area was primarily used for cattle grazing and agriculture, especially in citrus farming, which became a major industry in the area.
Between the 1980's and the turn of the 21st century, West Vero Corridor experienced a new boom in growth and development. The construction of major highways and infrastructure projects opened up the area to more residents and businesses, including the Indian River Mall and the Vero Beach Outlets.

## Demographics
### 2020 census

West Vero Corridor Population Composition (Hispanics excluded from racial categories) (NH = Non-Hispanic) :
| Race | Number | Percentage |
| White (NH) | 8,824 | 87.9% |
| Black or African American (NH) | 201 | 2.0% |
| Native American or Alaska Native (NH) | 22 | 0.2% |
| Asian (NH) | 121 | 1.2% |
| Pacific Islander (NH) | 3 | 0.02% |
| Some Other Race (NH) | 253 | 2.5% |
| Mixed/Multi-Racial (NH) | 615 | 6.1% |
| Hispanic or Latino | 652 | 6.5% |
| Total | 10,039 | |
As of the 2020 United States census, there were 10,039 people in 5,638 households in the community. The population density was 1,714 inhabitants per square mile, and there were 6,685 housing units.
The population was spread out with 9.1% under the age of 20, 2.5% from 18 to 24, 10.8% from 25 to 44, 23.8% from 45 to 64, and 53.6% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 67 years. Males made up 46.2% and females comprised 53.8% of the population.
The median income for a household was $51,998, and the per capita income was $36,383. About 8.5% of the population was below the poverty line.

## Government

The West Vero Corridor community is a census designated place, governed by Board of County Commissioners. Indian River County is divided into five county commission districts. The West Vero Corridor is represented jointly by Districts 1 and 3. All governmental functions are carried out by the county departments.
Police protection is provided by the Indian River County Sheriff's Office. The Sheriff's Office provides coverage for all unincorporated areas of the county from their headquarters in Vero Beach.
Fire and EMS services are provided by Stations 7 and 14 of the Indian River County Fire Rescue.