Beverly Hills is a small community located in Citrus County, Florida, United States. It is situated in the central part of the state, about 80 miles northwest of Tampa and 70 miles southwest of Gainesville.

Beverly Hills was developed as a retirement community in the 1960s and 1970s, and it remains a popular retirement destination today. The community has a population of approximately 9,000 people and covers an area of 1.8 square miles.

Beverly Hills has a variety of amenities for its residents, including a community center, parks, golf courses, and a library. There are also several shopping centers and restaurants in the area. The community is served by the Citrus County School District, which includes several elementary, middle, and high schools.

Beverly Hills is known for its quiet, suburban atmosphere and its proximity to outdoor recreational opportunities, including fishing, boating, and hiking. It is also located near several natural attractions, such as the Homosassa Springs Wildlife State Park and the Crystal River National Wildlife Refuge.

Population:

• Population (2023): 9,961
• Median Age (2023): 50
• Residents under 18 (2020): 14.2%
• Residents over 65 (2020): 30.7%
• Population by sex (2020): 47.7% male, 52.3% female
• Married population (2023): 51%
• Population change (2010-2020): Appx. 10% Increase
• Homeowners and renters (2022): 67% homeowners, 33% renters
• Poverty rate compared to the US national average (2022): 23.2% vs average of 11.5%

Demographics (2022):

• White Non Hispanic – 80%
• White Hispanic – 5.18%
• Hispanic – 8%
• Black Non Hispanic – 3.6%

*Median prices shown are based only on activity for the dates specified

Income:

• Median household income (2022): $42,165
• Avg. per capita income (2022): $27,043

Tax:

• County property tax rate: .80% of a property’s assessed fair market value (2023)
• Combined state and county sales tax rate: 6.5% (2023)

Cost of Living:

• Average cost of living compared to the US national average (2023): 16% Lower
• Cost of housing compared to the Florida average (2023): Lower
• Cost of food compared to the US national average (2023): 4% Lower
• Cost of healthcare compared to the US national average (2023): 6% Lower
• Cost of utilities compared to the US national average (2023): 4% Higher
• Cost of transportation compared to the US national average: 17.2% Lower (2021)

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

• Republicans – 72.41%
• Democrat – 26.67%
• Other – 1%

Largest 3 employers: Withlacoochee River Electric Cooperative, Winn-Dixie, Citrus County School District

School ratings: Beverly Hills Elementary School – 7/10, Citrus Springs Middle School – 6/10, Lecanto High School – 7/10 (GreatSchools.org, 2021)

Coastal: No

Average low and high temperature: Low 15 degrees celsius, High 27 degrees celsius

Fun facts: Beverly Hills, Florida was named after the famous California city of the same name, but it is much smaller and does not have the same level of glamour or wealth.

Location and Amenities:

 

Highways:

• The closest major highway to Beverly Hills is U.S. Route 41, also known as Suncoast Boulevard.

Airports:

• Tampa International Airport (TPA): Approximately 80 miles southwest of Beverly Hills, it takes around 1.5 hours to drive there, depending on traffic conditions.
• Orlando International Airport (MCO): Approximately 85 miles southeast of Beverly Hills, it takes around 1.5 hours to drive there, depending on traffic conditions.

Universities and Colleges:

• University of South Florida (USF) – Tampa: Approximately 80 miles southwest of Beverly Hills, it takes around 1.5 hours to drive there, depending on traffic conditions.
• College of Central Florida – Citrus Campus: Approximately 6 miles northeast of Beverly Hills, it takes around 10 to 15 minutes to drive there.

Hospitals:

• Citrus Memorial Hospital: Located in Inverness, approximately 8 miles northeast of Beverly Hills, it takes around 15 to 20 minutes to drive there.

Shopping Malls:

• Crystal River Mall: Located in Crystal River, approximately 9 miles west of Beverly Hills, it takes around 15 to 20 minutes to drive there.
• Paddock Mall: Located in Ocala, approximately 24 miles southeast of Beverly Hills, it takes around 30 to 40 minutes to drive there.

Major Cities:

• Ocala ( Appx. 30 miles ),
• Tampa ( Appx. 80 miles ),
• Orlando ( Appx. 80 Miles )

Amenities/attractions:

• Central Ridge Community Park, Beverly Hills Community Park, Beverly Hills Recreation Association, Beverly Hills Community Church, Lakeside Golf & Country Club

Short Term Rental Regulations:

** All short term rental operations in Florida must obtain a business license ( 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:

• According to the most recent information from the Beverly Hills official website, rental periods in single family dwellings of less than 6 months are only permitted twice per calendar year, however this may be subject to change.
• Short term stays of less than 30 Days are prohibited in Multi – Family Dwellings or Apartments.

For further details contact – citrusbocc.com