Whether you are looking for a place to spend a lifetime or an afternoon, we invite you to consider Ocala/Marion County. You'll be glad you did!
Ocala is surrounded by some of the most beautiful horse farms in the world, the Silver Springs Attraction with its famous glass-bottom boats, and the Ocala National Forest. We are about an hour's drive to either coast or to the attractions in Orlando. We enjoy a moderate climate, diverse economy and an excellent public education system. Although we are a growing community we have maintained a warm and friendly hometown atmosphere with beautiful historic districts.
Ocala and Marion County, Florida, is the perfect place to relax and explore the best of Florida at your own pace. Here, rolling green pastures lead to crystal springs, gentle rivers and unspoiled lakes, and hundreds of horse farms gallop with thoroughbred natural charm and beauty.
Experience engaging family attractions, fascinating history, captivating museums and unique shopping. Get out and enjoy an endless array of hiking, biking, kayayaking and other outdoor activities. Unwind with a wide variety of accommodations ready to suit every taste and budget.
When you are looking for a top notch golf course in Florida, look no further than Ocala and Marion County. Golfers may choose from public, private and semi-private Marion County golf courses. The City of Ocala operates two examples of the finest public golf courses in Florida—Ocala Municipal Golf Course and Pine Oaks Golf Course. There are a number of golf driving ranges, and miniature golf is available for the whole family to enjoy.
Housing
Estimated median house or condo value in 2009: $134,586
Mean prices in 2009: All housing units: $176,313; Detached houses: $197,049; Townhouses or other attached units: $176,226; In 2-unit structures: $148,551; In 3-to-4-unit structures: $121,870; In 5-or-more-unit structures: $114,387; Mobile homes: $37,242; Occupied boats, RVs, vans, etc.: $32,855
Demographics
Population in July 2009: 55,568. Ocala covers 38.6 square miles. It sits at an elevation of 73 feet above sea level. Area code 352
Weather
Ocala, FL climate is hot during summer when temperatures tend to be in the 80's and cool during winter when temperatures tend to be in the 50's.
The warmest month of the year is July with an average maximum temperature of 92.20 degrees Fahrenheit, while the coldest month of the year is January with an average minimum temperature of 45.70 degrees Fahrenheit.
Temperature variations between night and day tend to be moderate during summer with a difference that can reach 21 degrees Fahrenheit, and moderate during winter with an average difference of 25 degrees Fahrenheit.
The annual average precipitation at Ocala is 49.68 Inches. Summer months tend to be wetter than winter months. The wettest month of the year is June with an average rainfall of 7.20 Inches.
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