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Welcome to
Okeechobee
A unique blend of natural beauty, thriving businesses, and a strong sense of community
Strategic Location.
Unmatched Opportunity.

Okeechobee County, Florida, sits at the heart of South-Central Florida’s fast-growing region, offering direct access to major transportation routes, a pro-business environment, and room to grow. With four-lane highways in every direction, proximity to both coasts, and quick access to larger markets like Orlando, Tampa, and West Palm Beach, Okeechobee provides the logistical advantages that today’s companies need. Add in available land, strong community partnerships, and a workforce that’s ready to go, and the business case becomes clear: Okeechobee County is where opportunity takes root and companies thrive.

Our Local
Demographics
Okeechobee County offers a growing and diverse population supported by a strong and dependable workforce. The county’s demographic profile reflects a healthy mix of working-age residents and emerging talent, creating a stable foundation for business growth. With access to a broader regional labor pool, Okeechobee is well-positioned to support a wide range of industries.
41,955
Total Population
$54,559
Median Household Income
14,301
Labor Force
Bring your business to
Okeechobee

Locate a Business

Looking for a smarter place to grow? We offer a strategic location, available sites, workforce support, and hands-on assistance to make your relocation seamless and successful.

Expand a Business

Ready to scale your operations? We provide room to grow, infrastructure advantages, workforce resources, and personalized support to help existing businesses expand with confidence.

Start a Business

Have an idea and the drive to build something new? We deliver an affordable, supportive environment with the tools, connections, and guidance entrepreneurs need to launch and thrive.
Our Target
Industries
South Central Florida’s economic development executives have identified Target Industries that are an ideal fit to our workforce, education and transportation infrastructure:
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GET STARTED IN OKEECHOBEE
GUIDE

Ready to launch your business in Okeechobee County? Our Get Started guide brings together many of the steps, contacts, and resources you need for a smooth and confident start. Let’s build something great together.

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Featured Property

AIR PARK PROPERTY & OVERVIEW
Okeechobee County Airport was designed and operates to provide a safe, friendly and well-maintained facility to serve  the commercial, corporate, governmental, and general aviation needs of Okeechobee County and Southern Florida.  Located approximately 45 miles west of Port Saint Lucie.

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Live, Work, and Enjoy
Life in Okeechobee

With expansive landscapes, protected natural resources, and a deep commitment to land conservation, Okeechobee County offers a quality of life rooted in preservation and purpose. From world-class fishing on Lake Okeechobee to the wide-open vistas that define the region’s character, the scenery here isn’t a passing trend. It’s safeguarded for the long term. Thoughtful growth strategies ensure the community maintains its small-town atmosphere while creating opportunity at a sustainable, intentional scale.

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