RANK #985 / 996 · POP 393,745 · FL
PROJECTED GROWTH: -4.5%
Kissimmee, the county seat of Osceola County, Florida, offers a blend of historic charm and access to major attractions. Located south of Orlando, the commute to downtown Orlando typically takes 25-35 minutes via Florida's Turnpike or US 441, with SunRail providing a commuter rail option. The community maintains a "small-town hospitality" feel despite its proximity to larger urban centers. Osceola County boasts extensive natural amenities, including the headwaters of the Florida Everglades at Shingle Creek Regional Park, offering opportunities for hiking, biking, canoeing, and kayaking. Lake Tohopekaliga is another prominent feature, known for boating and fishing. The county also features over 40 parks and recreation facilities.
Life in Osceola County attracts a diverse population, including families and those seeking a balance of affordability and access to amenities. The School District of Osceola County serves over 80,000 students across 60 schools, offering various academic and career programs. The economy, historically reliant on tourism and agriculture, is diversifying. Recent developments include a focus on advanced technology and manufacturing, particularly at NeoCity, a 500-acre high-tech campus. This initiative aims to create technology-focused jobs and stimulate economic growth across various sectors.
Overvalued relative to economy
Prices declining
Housing looks overvalued at 7.2x — home prices are high relative to local economic output. Climate and geography support a structural premium. The typical U.S. county is 4–6x.
Source: Redfin · Census BPS — Browse sales on Redfin →
| PROJECT | AMOUNT | STATUS |
|---|---|---|
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US Development Data Center Campus
US Development
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$1,000M | Planned |
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East Osceola County Infrastructure Agreement (Edgewater East and West)
BTI Partners, Osceola County, City of St. Cloud
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$261M | Planned |
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Osceola County Solar Portfolio (3 projects)
Invenergy, Harmony Florida Solar LLC
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$224M | Operating/Under Construction |
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NeoCity Development (Center for Neovation & BRIDG)
Osceola County, SkyWater Technology, BRIDG, imec
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$200M | Operating |
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La Rosa Holdings Corp. AI Data Center
La Rosa Holdings Corp.
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$50M | Proposed |
Source: public records, news, corporate announcements. Amounts are estimates where noted.
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Osceola County has a Boom Town Index score of 1/100, ranking #985 among 996 U.S. counties. With job growth at +4.5% and a median household income of $64,312, it faces some economic headwinds compared to faster-growing counties.
The median home value in Osceola County is $285,200 with median rent at $1,537/month. The income-to-home-value ratio is 0.2255, which is less affordable than the national average.
Population growth: +3.5% year-over-year. Job growth: +4.5%. Home values changed -4.8% in the past 12 months.
Yes — 4.71% of Osceola County's population moved from another state, which is above the national average and indicates strong in-migration.