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Imagine this. The workday is over, your laptop is closed. You walk to the door and can hear waves crashing against the shore. The Gulf is calling your name.
Northwest Florida consists of 15 counties — each of which has its own unique identity. Acquaint yourself with our safe, supportive, close-knit communities, hike through pine tree forests, and get inspired by our robust art and culture scenes. This is where southern hospitality meets the best of Florida living, with lower congestion, great schools, seasonal temperatures and competitive costs.
County Profiles
Whatever your choice of lifestyle, Northwest Florida has a community that is the perfect match.
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Cost of Living
Say ‘hello’ to no state income tax and a cost of living much lower than the U.S. average.
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Healthcare
Quality healthcare options exist in every county in Northwest Florida, with a network of service providers ready to serve patients.
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Safety
Organizations across our region have strong ties in the communities they serve, making Northwest Florida a peaceful and safe choice for anyone.
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Housing
From beachside condos the historic neighborhoods, it is quite common to find housing in Northwest Florida for much less than the national average.
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Education
Northwest Florida isn’t just top of the state geographically — it’s consistently top-of-the-state for school rankings as well.
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Getting Around
With two international airports and robust interstate highways, Northwest Florida provides easy access to anywhere.
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Diversity
Tallahassee has one of the highest diversity scores in the nation, while cities like Pensacola offer a storied history of multiculturalism.
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Stay in the Loop
Keep up with all things Northwest FL.
Dog Beach at Pier Park ranked in top 30 best dog-friendly beaches in U.S. View the list here
PANAMA CITY BEACH — Dog Beach at Pier Park, known across the Panhandle as being a great place to take your BFFs (best furry friends), is making a name for itself nationally. Located on the Gulf of Mexico in Panama City Beach, Dog Beach is among the 30 best dog-friendly beaches in the country, according […]
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News
‘New Moon of Northwest Florida’ will soon take flight
WEWAHITCHKA, Fla. (WMBB) — A little less than four years ago, a company called Skyborne Technology opened up a facility in Wewahitchka. In that short time, the company has taken flight, literally. Skyborne is completing its 15th airship and has big plans for the near future. One of Skyborne Technologies primary projects so far has […]
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Blog
Opportunity Florida – Opportunity is Here Video
Florida’s Rural Area of Opportunity region in Northwest Florida, where your company may expand or locate a new facility using the region’s skilled labor coming from our workforce training pipeline that begins at the high school. Come visit our area that abounds with quality of place attributes. Opportunity Is Here — You Should Be Too!
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