Living in Pinellas County, Florida
Pinellas is Florida's most densely populated county, on a peninsula between Tampa Bay and the Gulf, with beach towns and established neighborhoods.
- County seat
- Clearwater
- Population
- About 949,000 (July 1, 2025 estimate)
Cities and communities
- St. Petersburg
- Clearwater
- Largo
- Dunedin
- Tarpon Springs
- Safety Harbor
- Seminole
Homes for sale
See current listings in Pinellas County, then compare the city guides above and the relocation guide.
Schools
The county has one public school district. The assigned school depends on the exact address, so check it before you make an offer.
Pinellas County SchoolsJobs and employers
Large private employers include Publix, Raymond James, Johns Hopkins All Children's, Honeywell and Jabil.
Pinellas County Economic Development, 2025Getting around
I-275 and US 19 run north–south. The Howard Frankland Bridge, Gandy Boulevard and the Courtney Campbell Causeway (SR 60) cross the bay to Tampa, and bridge traffic shapes most commutes. Test the drive at the hour you would actually travel.
Hurricanes and flooding
Evacuation zones reflect storm surge risk, and mobile and manufactured homes must evacuate when ordered. Flood zones are separate and affect insurance, so check both for the exact address.
Taxes and county offices
Florida has no state income tax. Property taxes are set by address, and a homestead exemption can cut up to $50,000 from your home's taxable value if you apply with the property appraiser by March 1.
Parks and the outdoors
Sources
Other county guides
Thinking about Pinellas County?
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Michael Texidor, Florida Realtor, License #: SL3657237. General information, not legal, tax or financial advice. Population figures are U.S. Census estimates. Confirm school zones, taxes, flood and evacuation zones for the specific address.