According to the U.S. Census Bureau, Orange County is home to 1,429,188 residents, with the area’s population continuing a near-constant growth since 1830. In fact, since 1830 Orange County experienced a population decline only twice, the last of which was in 1900. While Florida has developed a reputation of being an ideal retirement state, only 12.3% of Orange County’s population is over the age of 65.

In fact, Orange County’s young population increased by over 22% between 2010 and 2020. The job market is perfect for professionals of all ages, thanks to industries such as digital media and healthcare. Other key industries include tourism, modeling and simulations, marketing, and construction. The number of large entertainment venues, like Walt Disney World, provides plenty of opportunities for artists and creatives to pursue their crafts. The average income in Orange County is just over $61,000.

With one of the largest school districts in the country, Orange County has ample employment opportunities in the education field and massive public school infrastructure. There are nearly 200,000 students in the Orange County school district. Orange County also has a public university, the University of Central Florida that offers 4-year, graduate, and professional degrees, including a medical and hospitality school. Two colleges, Barry University and Florida A&M, have law schools in Orlando.

Orange County has an ideal climate for those who love warm weather and plenty of sunshine. The winters are mild, with the average lowest temperature in January averages 46 degrees, while the average temperature in June hovers around 83 degrees. While the average number of sunny days in the United States is 201, Orange County experiences 287 days of sun annually, which makes it one of the sunniest places in America.