Leon County
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- Population
- 297,542
- Area
- 668.43 sq mi (1,731.22 km²), 33.36 sq mi water
- Median age
- 32
- Households
- 122,597
- Persons per household
- 2.3
- Median household income
- $66,287
- Median house value
- $301,800
Demographics: 2020–2024 ACS
Immerse yourself in Southern charm and vibrant culture in Leon County, Florida! Tallahassee, the bustling state capital, pulsates with energy, offering world-class museums, historic landmarks, and a thriving university scene. But Leon County boasts more than just cityscapes. Explore the wonders of Wakulla Springs State Park, home to the world's largest freshwater spring. Kayak through crystal-clear waters, or hike along scenic trails teeming with wildlife. History buffs will be captivated by the Tallahassee Museum, showcasing Florida's rich past from Native American settlements to the Space Age. Leon County promises an unforgettable Florida experience, where Southern hospitality meets cultural delights, outdoor adventures, and a touch of political intrigue.
Cities & Towns in Leon County
Local News
WMNF 88.5
Published September 09SOTD 9/9/26: Sunshine State by Grant Peeples
The WMNF Song of the Day for September 9, 2026 is “Sunshine State” by Grant Peeples. There is a razor-sharp, unapologetic brilliance to Grant Peeples. From Tallahassee, he isn’t the sort of Florida troubadour who sells you a airbrushed postcard of beaches and idyllic palm trees.…
Monticello News / ECB Publishing
Published September 08Warriors defeated by Marauders
Rick Patrick ECB Publishing, Inc. On Friday, Sept. 4, the Aucilla Christian Academy (ACA) Warriors varsity football team hosted the Marauders of Maclay School, from Tallahassee. The Warriors fell behind early and...
Former UWF Student Body President Receives Fellowship
UWF's Trista Bennett is one of just 7-12 students statewide picked for a Florida Gubernatorial Fellowship — a year in Tallahassee, law school next. The post Former UWF Student Body President Receives Fellowship first appeared on Rick's Blog .
WMNF 88.5
Published August 20Mosquito health alerts are in effect in Hillsborough, Pasco and other Florida counties
Mosquito-borne health alerts are in effect for Alachua, Leon, Palm Beach, Pasco, Hillsborough and Miami-Dade counties.
Creative Loafing Tampa Bay
Published August 17Corporations and Trump love Byron Donalds, but do Florida Republican voters feel the same way?
U.S. Rep. Byron Donalds is the clear choice of the business and political establishment in Tallahassee going into Tuesday’s primary election for the Republican nomination for governor. Now the question is whether Republican voters will follow suit. The 47-year-old Naples…