Ocala
City in Marion County, Florida
Ocala is a city in Marion County, Florida, with 63,591 residents (2020 Census). It sits at 105 ft (32 m) above sea level. The nearest town is Silver Springs, 6.4 miles NE.
- 63,591residents (2020 Census)
- 105 ftelevation · 32 m
- 48.2 sq miland area · 124.9 km²
- 1,318 / sq mipopulation density
- 34471main ZIP code (3 in total)
About Ocala
Ocala ( oh-KAL-ə) is a city in and the county seat of Marion County, Florida, United States. Located in North Central Florida. The population was 63,591 as of the 2020 census, and was estimated at 71,753 in 2025, making it the 42nd-most populated city in Florida. It is the principal city of the Ocala metropolitan area, which had a population of 442,660 in 2025.
Home to over 400 thoroughbred farms and training centers, Ocala has been called the "Horse Capital of the World". Notable attractions include the Ocala National Forest, Silver Springs State Park, Rainbow Springs State Park, the College of Central Florida, and the World Equestrian Center.
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Living in Ocala
- Median household income
- $56,376
- Median home value
- $241,400
- Median rent
- $1,359/mo
- Median age
- 39.2
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Ocala had 63,591 residents in the 2020 Census.
| 2020 Census | 63,591 |
|---|---|
| Density | 1,318 per sq mi (509 per km²) |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau, Decennial Census.
Ocala at a glance
| State | Florida (FL) |
|---|---|
| County | Marion County |
| Type | City |
| Population | 63,591 (2020) |
| Land area | 48.23 sq mi (124.9 km²) |
| Water area | 0.01 sq mi (0.02 km²) |
| Elevation | 105 ft (32 m) |
| Coordinates | 29.1775° N, 82.1510° W |
| ZIP codes | 34471, 34470, 34474 |
| Official website | ocalafl.org |
| Census code (GEOID) | 1250750 |
Sources: U.S. Census Bureau (Gazetteer, ZCTA), USGS GNIS, Wikidata.
Towns near Ocala
- Silver Springs6.4 mi NE
- Liberty Triangle8.1 mi SW
- Silver Springs Shores9.4 mi SE
- On Top of the World9.6 mi SW
- Ocala Estates9.7 mi W
- Belleview9.9 mi SE
- Marion Oaks12.5 mi S
- Rainbow Park12.9 mi W
- Reddick13.5 mi N
- Ocklawaha15.9 mi SE
- Rainbow Springs18.4 mi W
- Silver Springs Shores East18.4 mi SE
Straight-line distance between town centers.
Frequently asked questions about Ocala
What county is Ocala in?
Ocala is in Marion County, Florida.
What is the population of Ocala, FL?
63,591 people lived in Ocala at the 2020 Census.
What is the ZIP code of Ocala, FL?
The main ZIP code is 34471. Other ZIP codes: 34470, 34474.
What is the elevation of Ocala?
105 feet (32 m) above sea level.
What towns are near Ocala?
Silver Springs (6.4 mi), Liberty Triangle (8.1 mi), Silver Springs Shores (9.4 mi), On Top of the World (9.6 mi), Ocala Estates (9.7 mi).
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