Tallahassee is the capital of Florida, It is the county Seat and only incorporated municipality in Leon County, and is the 128th largest city in the United States.

Tallahassee residents are served by the Leon County School District. In 2006 Newsweek Magazine listed 4 of Leon County's 5 public high schools in the top 200 of its "Top 1000 Schools in the United States." Leon County students continue to score higher than students statewide do and nationally on both the verbal and mathematical sections of the Scholastic Aptitude Test. The average SAT score of Leon County students is 1,052 compared to the Florida average of 997 and national average of 1,020. Leon County Schools rank among the top districts in the state for student success as measured by the FCAT (Florida Comprehensive Assessment Test). Of the 67 school districts in Florida, Leon County ranks among the top 7 districts in every subject at every grade level (in all but four areas, ranks in top 5 districts). 84% of Leon County students continue post-secondary pursuits.

Tallahassee is home to more than seven higher learning institutions such as Florida A&M University and Florida State University, Tallahassee Community College, and the Lively Technical Center--one of ten centers for electronic excellence in the state offering entry-level training in disciplines such as electronics, drafting, aircraft maintenance and computer service. Keiser University provides accelerated degree programs in areas such as computers, business, allied health and culinary arts. In partnership with Tallahassee Community College (TCC), St. Augustine-based Flagler College offers four-year degrees in elementary education and business administration on TCC’s campus.

When you think of Florida, your first image is most likely that of palm trees and sun-swept beaches. There is however, another side of Florida. Here in the Big Bend area of the Florida Panhandle, we have our share of beaches, but we also have rolling hills and lush forests. Magnolia trees, azaleas and dogwoods are more plentiful than palms and antebellum mansions speak of a history deeply rooted in the American South.

What truly sets this area apart is our exceptional quality of life. Parks, libraries, and cultural opportunities abound. And maintaining this exceptional quality of life that exists here is the goal of all of its citizens. In 2007, Tallahassee was ranked number 2 by Kiplinger's Personal Finance Magazine as one of the "Top Ten College Towns for Grownups." And was awarded "Best In America" Parks and Recreation by the National Recreation and Park Association in 2006.

Tallahassee residents are served by the Leon County School District. In 2006 Newsweek Magazine listed 4 of Leon County's 5 public high schools in the top 200 of its "Top 1000 Schools in the United States." Leon County students continue to score higher than students statewide do and nationally on both the verbal and mathematical sections of the Scholastic Aptitude Test. The average SAT score of Leon County students is 1,052 compared to the Florida average of 997 and national average of 1,020. Leon County Schools rank among the top districts in the state for student success as measured by the FCAT (Florida Comprehensive Assessment Test). Of the 67 school districts in Florida, Leon County ranks among the top 7 districts in every subject at every grade level (in all but four areas, ranks in top 5 districts). 84% of Leon County students continue post-secondary pursuits.

Tallahassee is home to more than seven higher learning institutions such as Florida A&M University and Florida State University, Tallahassee Community College, and the Lively Technical Center--one of ten centers for electronic excellence in the state offering entry-level training in disciplines such as electronics, drafting, aircraft maintenance and computer service. Keiser University provides accelerated degree programs in areas such as computers, business, allied health and culinary arts. In partnership with Tallahassee Community College (TCC), St. Augustine-based Flagler College offers four-year degrees in elementary education and business administration on TCC’s campus.

Rich in cultural diversity, Tallahassee boasts more than 31 community established performing arts groups. Local cultural attractions include Springtime Tallahassee, the Winter Festival of Lights, the Tallahassee Symphony Orchestra, the Tallahassee Ballet, LeMoyne Art Foundation, The Mary Brogan Museum of Art and Science, the Tallahassee Museum of History and Natural Science and Shakespeare in the Park.

The Tallahassee area offers numerous events throughout the year. The Downtown Market Place, open Saturdays from 8:00a.m. – 2:00p.m. March through November, features fine arts, crafts, authors, writers/poets, live jazz, chefs, children’s storytelling and a farmer’s market. Whether festivals, dances, music, golf tournaments, costume balls, carnivals, parades or fairs, there is always an event for everybody.

Tallahassee is the home of over eighty lakes, with sixteen accessible to the public. The largest lakes in Tallahassee are Lake Iamonia, Lake Jackson, Lake Miccosukee, and Lake Talquin. Man-made Lake Talquin is the largest lake at 8,850 acres. These natural areas offer a variety of recreational activities and great opportunities for fishing, paddling, boating, birding, hiking, horse trails and provides a example of the original Florida.

Housing

Estimated median house or condo value in 2009: $185,900

Mean prices in 2009: All housing units: $232,006; Detached houses: $253,983; Townhouses or other attached units: $152,623; In 2-unit structures: $168,810; In 3-to-4-unit structures: $144,585; In 5-or-more-unit structures: $204,056; Mobile homes: $96,236

Demographics

Population in July 2009: 172,574. Tallahassee covers 95.7 square miles. It sits at an elevation of 188 feet above sea level. Area code 850

Weather

Tallahassee, 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 92.00 degrees Fahrenheit, while the coldest month of the year is January with an average minimum temperature of 39.70 degrees Fahrenheit.

Temperature variations between night and day tend to be fairly limited during summer with a difference that can reach 19 degrees Fahrenheit, and moderate during winter with an average difference of 25 degrees Fahrenheit.

The annual average precipitation at Tallahassee is 63.21 Inches. Summer months tend to be wetter than winter months. The wettest month of the year is July with an average rainfall of 8.04 Inches.

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