Pasco County

Population: 611,444
Area: 746.6 sq mi (1,933.69 km²), 267.99 sq mi water
Median age: 43.4
Households: 236,163
Persons per household: 2.6
Median household income: $70,492
Median house value: $300,900

Demographics: 2020–2024 ACS

Pasco County, situated on Florida's west-central coast, is a place where you can find a mix of sunshine, natural wonders, and a touch of history. The county, encompassing over 700 square miles, boasts a varied landscape that includes rolling hills, freshwater springs, and beautiful beaches along the Gulf Coast. Its population is over 600,000. Pasco County is known as a bedroom community for the larger cities of Tampa and St. Petersburg, but it also has its own distinct character. The county seat is Dade City, but the largest city is Zephyrhills. With numerous parks, trails, and several nudist resorts, Pasco County offers something for everyone.

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Tampa Bay Beacons Published September 30

Morean Center for Clay exhibition evokes seasonal whimsy

The Hernando Sun Published 11 hours ago

Pasco County alerts resident of upcoming prescribed burns

In an effort to reduce wildfire risk, the Southwest Florida Water Management District will conduct several prescribed burns in Pasco County through December. Those fires will be conducted at: Starkey […]

The Hernando Sun Published 11 hours ago

Pasco firefighters receive Valor Award

Two Pasco County Fire Rescue firefighters were honored for their lifesaving actions during an incident a few months ago. On May 26, David Marin Canas and Andres Colina responded to […]

Pasco County Government News Published 18 hours ago

October 8 Metropolitan Planning Organization Meeting

The Pasco County Metropolitan Planning Organization (MPO) meeting Thursday, October 8, 2026, beginning at 10 a.m. in the Historic Pasco County Courthouse Boardroom in Dade City, will be streamed online and broadcast live on Pasco Television . Members of the public can address the…

Pasco County Government News Published 23 hours ago

Pasco County Public Meeting & Hearing Schedule – October

The Pasco Board of County Commissioners (BCC) announces the public meeting and hearing schedule for October 2026 . Meetings are open to the public and will be streamed online and broadcast live on Pasco Television . We invite you to take part in these meetings in-person or…

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