RANK #864 / 996 · POP 471,321 · FL
PROJECTED GROWTH: -1.2%
Longwood, one of Seminole County's oldest cities, is known for its historic charm, mature oak trees, and a quieter, established atmosphere. Located just north of Orlando, Seminole County offers a suburban feel with convenient access to the larger city, typically a 20-30 minute drive to downtown Orlando, with options for Interstate 4, SR-417, and SunRail commuter train. The county is recognized for its natural amenities, including the Wekiva River system, one of Florida's federally designated Wild and Scenic Rivers, and numerous parks and trails like the Seminole Wekiva Trail, popular for cycling, jogging, and nature walks. Lake Monroe and Lake Jesup also provide opportunities for fishing, boating, and wildlife viewing.
Seminole County is often chosen by families due to its highly-rated public school system. The county is transitioning its public transportation from traditional bus routes to an on-demand rideshare service, SCOUT, which aims to provide more flexible, door-to-door options and connect riders to SunRail stations. Economically, Seminole County has seen investment in sectors like data centers, energy, and infrastructure, with companies establishing or expanding operations in the area. The county's economic development efforts focus on attracting businesses and fostering job growth.
Above national median (4.7x)
Below national median
Prices declining
Above national median (13x)
Housing is fairly valued at 5.7x relative to local economic output. Climate and geography support a structural premium. The typical U.S. county is 4–6x.
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| PROJECT | AMOUNT | STATUS |
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Seminole Electric Cooperative Solar and Storage Projects
Seminole Electric Cooperative, Sumter Electric Cooperative Energy, Suwannee Valley Electric Cooperative
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$7,300M | Planned |
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Sanford Power Plant (Natural Gas Combined-Cycle Project)
Florida Power & Light Co
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$1,100M | Planned |
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Five Points Development Projects & Courthouse Annex/Renovation
Seminole County
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$165M | Under Construction |
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HostDime Orlando Data Center
HostDime
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$150M | Under Construction |
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Seminole County Tourism Improvement District (SCTID) Capital Improvements
Seminole County Board of County Commissioners
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$50M | Planned |
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Residential New Construction (Multiple Developments)
Various (e.g., M/I Homes, D.R. Horton, K. Hovnanian® Homes, Beazer Homes, Pulte Homes, Mattamy Homes, David Weekley Homes)
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$50M | Under Construction |
Source: public records, news, corporate announcements. Amounts are estimates where noted.
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Seminole County has a Boom Town Index score of 13/100, ranking #864 among 996 U.S. counties. With job growth at +0.5% and a median household income of $79,490, it faces some economic headwinds compared to faster-growing counties.
The median home value in Seminole County is $329,300 with median rent at $1,545/month. The income-to-home-value ratio is 0.2414, which is less affordable than the national average.
Population growth: +0.8% year-over-year. Job growth: +0.5%. Home values changed -3.7% in the past 12 months.
Yes — 5.0% of Seminole County's population moved from another state, which is above the national average and indicates strong in-migration.