Marion County, county in Florida, United States. As of 2020 county had an estimated population of 373,513 inhabitants. The county was created 180 years ago in 1844. Its county seat is Ocala.
There are 8 city/town in Marion County, FL. The largest city of Marion County is Ocala with a population of 61,669. Other cities include, Silver Springs population 10,334, Silver Springs Shores population 6,539, Citra population 5,732, Belleview population 5,208
Known for its rolling hills, pristine springs, and historic small towns, Marion County in north central Florida offers a peaceful reprieve from bustling tourist hubs. Though largely rural, Marion County contains several charming population centers that serve as hubs for the area's agricultural communities. Some of the most notable cities and towns include Silver Springs State Park.">Ocala, Dunnellon, McIntosh, Reddick, and Silver Springs.
Ocala serves as the county seat and cultural heart with historic architecture and a lively downtown square. Riverside Dunnellon provides access to recreational opportunities. McIntosh boasts Victorian homes and storefronts. Reddick contains pioneer heritage sites. And Silver Springs is famous for its crystal clear water.
Additionally, Marion County contains quiet communities like Orange Lake and Belleview that seem frozen in time. From thoroughbred horse farms to picturesque parks, the cities and towns of Marion County reveal the undiscovered gems scattered across this scenic stretch of inland Florida.
List of cities, towns, neighborhoods & other populated places in Marion County.
City Name | Title | Population |
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Belleview | City in Florida | 5,208 |
Citra | City in Florida, United States of America | 5,732 |
Dunnellon | City in Marion County, Florida, United States of America | 1,867 |
McIntosh | City in Marion County, Florida, United States of America | 507 |
Ocala | The most populous city in Marion County, Florida. | 61,669 |
Reddick | Town in Marion County, Florida, United States | 564 |
Silver Springs | Unincorporated community in Florida | 10,334 |
Silver Springs Shores | Census-designated place in Marion County, Florida | 6,539 |