Osceola County, Florida

Osceola County is a county located in the central portion of the U.S. state of Florida. As of the 2010 census, the population was 268,685. Its county seat is Kissimmee. Named after the famed Seminole leader Osceola, this area was a transportation hub for riverboats and railroads in the late nineteenth century. Thus Osceola County began with a cattle, sugar, and lumber-based economy. Nearby attractions such as Disney World, Universal Studios, Epcot, and SeaWorld are great for families. For those who like a quieter experience, the Kennedy Space Center or ESPN’s Wide World of Sports Complex are excellent choices. See an eye-catching car show, take a spin on a Ferris wheel, or satisfy your craving for live music at Old Town Kissimmee, where classic fun rules day and night.