Land O’ Lakes is a census-designated place (CDP) located in Pasco County, Florida, United States. It is situated north of Tampa and is part of the Tampa-St. Petersburg-Clearwater Metropolitan Statistical Area.

Land O’ Lakes is known for its natural beauty, including numerous lakes and parks, as well as its growing residential communities. The area has experienced significant population growth in recent years, and there are now over 35,000 residents living in the CDP.

Some of the popular attractions in Land O’ Lakes include Lake Padgett Park, which features a swimming beach, picnic areas, and a playground, and the Suncoast Trail, a 42-mile paved trail for hiking, biking, and rollerblading.

The area is also home to several schools, including Land O’ Lakes High School and Pine View Middle School, as well as several shopping centers and restaurants.

Overall, Land O’ Lakes is a vibrant and growing community with plenty of natural beauty and amenities for residents and visitors to enjoy.

Population:

• Population (2020): 35,929
• Median age (2022): 41.2
• Residents under 18 (2020): 22.9%
• Residents over 65 (2020): 18%
• Population by sex (2020): Female 50.8%, Male 49.2%
• Homeowners and renters (2022): Homeowners – 82%, Renters – 28%
• Married population (2022): 62%
• Population change (2010-2020): Appx. 15% Increase
• Poverty rate compared to the US national average (2022): 7.6% vs average of 11.5%

Demographics (2022):

• White Non Hispanic – 66.3%,
• White Hispanic – 10.5%,
• Multiracial Hispanic – 6.13%,
• Black Non Hispanic – 4.67%,
• Multiracial Non Hispanic – 4%
• Other Hispanic 3.56%
• Asian – 3%

*Prices shown are based only on activity for the dates specified

Income:

• Median household income (2022): $91,300
• Avg. per capita income (2022): $39,390

Tax:

• County property tax rate: .96% of a property’s assessed fair market value (2023
• Combined state and county sales tax rate: 7.5% (2023)

Political affiliation based on the 2024 election results ( Pasco County ):

• Republican (65.4%)
• Democratic (34.4%)

Largest 3 employers: Pasco County School District, BayCare Health System, Publix Super Markets (2021)

School ratings: 7/10 (GreatSchools rating) (2021)

Coastal: No

Average low and high temperature: Low 16.75 °C, High 27.5 °C

Cost of Living:

• Average cost of living compared to the US national average (2023): Slightly Higher
• Cost of housing compared to the Florida average (2023): Appx. same
• Cost of food compared to the US national average (2023): Appx. same
• Cost of healthcare compared to the US national average (2023): 8% Lower
• Cost of utilities compared to the US national average (2023): Appx. same
• Cost of transportation compared to the US national average (2023): Appx. same

Fun facts: Dupree Gardens in Land O’ Lakes is one of the oldest and original roadside tourist attraction in Florida

Location and Amenities:

 

Highways:

• State Road 54: Land O’ Lakes is directly connected to State Road 54, which runs through the community.
• Interstate 75 (I-75): Approximately 12 miles south of Land O’ Lakes, it takes around 20 minutes to reach I-75 via SR 54.
• Suncoast Parkway (SR 589): About 5 miles west of Land O’ Lakes, it takes approximately 10 minutes to reach the Suncoast Parkway via SR 54.

International Airports:

• Tampa International Airport (TPA): Located approximately 23 miles southwest of Land O’ Lakes, it takes around 30-40 minutes to drive to TPA, depending on traffic conditions.
• St. Petersburg-Clearwater International Airport (PIE): Situated approximately 30 miles southwest of Land O’ Lakes, the drive takes approximately 40-50 minutes, depending on traffic conditions.

Universities and Colleges:

• University of South Florida (USF): The main campus of USF is located approximately 18 miles south of Land O’ Lakes, and it takes around 25-35 minutes to drive there via I-75 and Fletcher Avenue.
• Pasco-Hernando State College (PHSC): The Porter Campus at Wiregrass Ranch of PHSC is located approximately 10 miles east of Land O’ Lakes, and it takes around 15-20 minutes to drive there via SR 54 and Bruce B. Downs Boulevard.

Hospitals:

• AdventHealth Center Ice: This facility, specializing in sports medicine and orthopedics, is located in Wesley Chapel, approximately 10 miles east of Land O’ Lakes. The drive takes around 15-20 minutes via SR 54 and Bruce B. Downs Boulevard.
• Florida Hospital at Connerton Long Term Acute Care: Situated approximately 6 miles north of Land O’ Lakes, it takes around 10-15 minutes to drive there via US-41 and SR 52.

Shopping Malls:

• Tampa Premium Outlets: Located approximately 7 miles northeast of Land O’ Lakes, it takes around 10-15 minutes to drive there via SR 54 and Wesley Chapel Boulevard.
• The Shops at Wiregrass: Situated approximately 10 miles east of Land O’ Lakes, it takes around 15-20 minutes to drive there via SR 54 and Bruce B. Downs Boulevard.

Major Cities:

• Tampa is the closest major city, and it’s about 20-30 miles away. The travel time would be approximately 30-45 minutes, depending on traffic.

Amenities/attractions:

• Land O’ Lakes Heritage Park, Suncoast Trail, Dupree Gardens, Bexley Ranch (2021)

Short Term Rental Regulations:

** All short term rental operations in Florida must obtain a business license from the Florida Department of Business and Professional Regulation ( DBPR ) and a Florida Department of Revenue Certificate of Sales and Use. ** Short term rental regulations can be subject to change and should always be confirmed with city / towns or county departments.

Restrictions:

• There is currently no official information available for short term rentals in Pasco County

For further details contact – pascocountyfl.net