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Marion County is in the north-central portion part of Florida. The county seat is Ocala, known as "The Horse Capital of the Word". It is one of only four major thoroughbred centers in the world with 600 thoroughbred horse farms. Silver Springs River, Juniper Springs, Paradise Springs are popular outdoor recreations spots for boating, swimming, tubing and kayaking. The Ocala National Forest is the second largest nationally protected forest in the U.S. It covers 607 square miles and is the oldest forest east of the Mississippi river. Marion County continues to attract new residents and it's a good time to buy land in this scenic part of Florida.
Economy
The unemployment rate in Marion County is 4.2% (U.S. avg. is 3.9%). Recent job growth is positive. Marion County jobs have increased by 2.3%.
Cost of Living
Compared to the rest of the country, Marion County's cost of living is 12.9% lower than the U.S. average.
Weather & Climate
April, November and March are the most pleasant months in Marion County, while July and August are the least comfortable months.
Population
Marion County's population is 343,778 people. Since 2010, it has had a population growth of 5.2%.
Schools
Marion County public schools spend $9,101 per student. The average school expenditure in the U.S. is $12,383. There are about 16.9 students per teacher in Marion County.
Real Estate
The median home cost in Marion County is $157,000. Home appreciation the last 10 years has been 8.3%.