General Information

Osceola County is a place of contrast and beauty, where urban and rural meet. We are located in Central Florida, south of Orlando. The County encompasses two cities of its own, Kissimmee and St. Cloud, and some smaller communities in the northwest region. The rest of the County is a vast expanse of woods, prairie, marsh, and water, where you can explore ranches, farms, wildlife areas, and lakes.

Osceola County is part of the Lake Okeechobee/Everglades ecosystem, a unique and precious environment that supports many species of plants and animals. It is also bordered by the Kissimmee River, a winding waterway that connects the lakes and the wetlands. Osceola County is a place that will enthrall you with its variety and richness.

Osceola County offers a rich blend of entertainment, nature, and opportunity. Our proximity to attractions like Disney World makes us a hub for tourism and travel. We also take immense pride in our thriving ranching, citrus, and service sectors, all of which pay homage to the area's cultural heritage.

NeoCity is a 500-acre high-tech campus of emerging innovation in the heart of Osceola County. This smart-city project will bring high-tech jobs and innovation to Osceola County, where you can discover the future of technology and creativity. Learn more about why you should Choose Osceola.

Osceola County is a Charter County. Charter counties possess broad self-governing authority unless such powers conflict with the State Constitution or laws. The County is governed by a County Commission of five people who are elected by the voters. The County Commission appoints a County Manager and County Attorney.

The County Manager is in charge of the County departments and their directors. Department directors manage their respective units, aligning operations with the County Commission's objectives, policies, and plans. There are also five Constitution Officers who are elected by the voters, including the Clerk of the Court, Property Appraiser, Sheriff, Supervisor of Elections, and Tax Collector. They have their own programs that they manage independently.

The City of Kissimmee, City of St. Cloud, and the School Board also have their own elected councils, that make decisions for their areas. The Cities deliver services to their specific residents, while the County provides services to everyone across the county. Osceola County is a place where democracy and cooperation work together.