According to A.D. Bache, in the notes for his coast survey conducted in 1861, this key was the location of Happy Jack's plantation in 1855.

Law enforcement services are handled by the Monroe County Sheriff's Office.

The key features three parks, including one with a playground and another with a basketball court, in the avenues section.

[5] However, damage to the island's world-famous Bobalu's Southern Cafe was light because of proper preparation.

They boarded up their windows and took in their outdoor furniture and signs, saving the landmark.

[6] As of the 2020 United States census, there were 2,869 people, 1,082 households, and 617 families residing in the CDP.

26.1% of all households were made up of individuals, and 6.6% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older.