Lake Lorraine is an unincorporated community in Broward County, Florida, United States. As of 2020, the population of Lake Lorraine is 15,137. The zip code is 33313. Lake Lorraine is in the Eastern Standard time zone (GMT-5). There are 2,787 people per square mile (population density).
English is the primary language spoken in Lake Lorraine, however, neighbors also speak Spanish, French, French Creole, Portuguese and Italian.
Residents of Lake Lorraine typically have 35 minutes commute to work.
There are two nearby airports, Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International (10 miles) and Miami International (30 miles).
During the 1920s, the area was mostly agricultural. By the 1950s, it was largely residential and was known as a "city of 1000 lakes" due to its many canals and lakes. People from the northeastern part of the US began visiting and eventually moved to the area.
Today, the city is known for its beautiful parks, an abundance of shopping centers, and fine dining. It also has many schools, libraries, and community centers.
Lake Lorraine has an annual "Experience Parkland" event, which is a popular fall festival celebrating food, music, and culture. Foods available in the region include Italian, Greek, and Cuban cuisines. Seafood, especially Floribbean cuisine (Caribbean-influenced seafood), is common in the area.
Lake Lorraine is located in Broward County, along with other cities such as Fort Lauderdale, Hollywood, Pompano Beach, and Sunrise. It is next to the Everglades, a protected area known for its conservation efforts.