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Ocala,
FL
Local News Facts And History : Florida : Ocala
Ocala, FL - a city on the rise
Posted July 15, 2008 by Town Genius
In recent years Ocala, FL has gone from a quaint little town to a fairly large city, mostly caused by the real estate boom a few years back. Known as the “horse capital of the world,” this city is home to many famous horse farms. With miles of trails for horse riding available, it is a favorite past time for many.
For those who like to play in the water, there are many spring fed rivers in or near…
Florida
Capital: Tallahassee
Largest Metro Area: Jacksonville
2007 Avg. Home Price: $251,100.78 (16)
2007 Avg. Household Income: $42,433.00 (34)
2007 State & Local Tax Burden: 10.0% (39)
Famous For: Gatorade, Everglades
