Beautiful Pinellas County, Florida covers 264 square miles and is home to some of the country's most luscious beaches. Its better-known towns are St. Petersburg and Clearwater, but it is also just a short distance from the metropolitan area of Tampa Bay. Pinellas is derived from the Spanish words Punta Pinal meaning "point of pines." That was an accurate description for this area when Panfilo de Narvaez in 1528, 36 years after Columbus arrived in the Caribbean. The growth of Pinellas County has been steady but with its share of ups and downs. The years after World War II brought thousands of new residents attracted by Florida's reputation as a tropical paradise and its promise of new opportunities.

Pinellas County has an estimated population in 2003 of 938,505 people who reside there on a permanent basis. There are also many people who reside in Pinellas County on a seasonal basis. The major industry is the tourism commerce. Most of the community businesses are geared toward such, but there are also some major companies with bases in Pinellas County, such as Home Shopping Club and Times publishing Corporation. There seems to be no shortage of job since the unemployment rate at 3.90% is significantly lower than state and national averages. The median household income is $32,877,according to the Pinellas County Florida Economic Development.

A beautiful peninsula located on Florida's West coast, the area is bordered by the Gulf of Mexico to the west and by Tampa Bay to the east. We offer 35 miles of white-sand beaches on some 20-barrier islands. This is ideal for many types of water recreation. Pineallas County is proud to have one of the country's most beautiful beaches. Fort De Soto Beach is ranked #1 beach in the U.S.A, according to "Dr. Beach". Pinellas County averages 361 days of sunshine each year, with an average temperature in the mid-seventies. With miles of sandy beaches and sparkling Gulf of Mexico water, the area is a draw for boaters. Pinellas County ranks #2 in the state of Florida in the number of registered pleasure boats.

Since the landscape of Pinellas County, is so ever changing and diverse, the housing options here definitely follow that line. Some of the choices offered are rural living; to beach front property, apartments and town homes to luxury gated communities. The median housing price in Pinellas County is $107,772 according to The St. Petersburg Chamber of Commerce; they also report that the cost of living here is 5% below the national level.

The Pinellas County area is also 93 miles from Orlando, Florida, which is home to Disney World, Sea World, and Universal Studios, which offer many exciting activities for families. The Pinellas County Park Department maintains 4,159 acres of the county's most beautiful examples of pristine Florida landscapes. From everyday hackers to low handicappers, all golfers are sure to find a course that will fit their game and their budget, at some of Florida's most radiant golf courses, such as Innisbrook Hilton Resort. There are many other attractions too numerous to name, but be assured that there is something for every one in Pinellas County.

Pinellas County also provides a most superior education system to meet all the needs of the students it hopes to serve. Their vision is to provide a quality education enabling students to succeed. This district is the seventh largest in Florida and the 22nd-largest in the United States. With 144 elementary, middle, high and specialty public schools, it serves more than 113,000 students. Nearly 36,000 adults are enrolled in postsecondary, career, technical and adult education programs. The University of South Florida at St. Petersburg is also located in Pinellas County.

Pinellas County provides a perfect balance between casual and the cutting edge. There are many special events and festivals such as Sail Expo St. Petersburg and Gulfport's End of Summer Gecko Fest. So whether your interests have to do with the ocean, or the high tech industry, Pinellas County will be the perfect fit for you. If you are interested in moving here or you would like more information, please feel free to request your "free relocation package" today!