County guide
Citrus County, Florida
Spring-fed rivers, manatees in January, and waterfront that still costs less than you think.
Population162,500
Median home price$318,000
Property tax rate1.00%
School districtCitrus County
Cities & towns7
Living in Citrus County
Citrus is slower on purpose. Crystal River and Homosassa are built around the springs and the Gulf, Inverness has a lakeside downtown, and Citrus Hills and Black Diamond draw golfers from all over the country.
Waterfront buyers should budget for flood insurance and look hard at elevation certificates. Inland, you get acreage and quiet at some of the lowest prices on the Nature Coast.
Cities & towns
Common questions
Is Citrus County good for retirees?
Very — golf communities, lower prices, and excellent fishing. Healthcare is available locally with larger hospitals in Ocala and Brooksville.