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Tallahassee, FL

Tallahassee is the capital city of the U.S. state of Florida. It is the county seat and the only incorporated municipality in Leon County. Tallahassee became the capital of Florida, then the Florida Territory, in 1824. In 2022, the estimated population was 201,731, making it the eighth-most populous city in the state of Florida. It is the principal city of the Tallahassee, Florida Metropolitan Statistical Area, which itself had an estimated population of 390,992 as of 2022. Tallahassee is the largest city in the Florida Big Bend and Florida Panhandle region, and the main center for trade and agriculture in the Florida Big Bend and Southwest Georgia regions.

With a student population exceeding 70,000, Tallahassee is a college town, home to Florida State University, Florida A&M University, and Tallahassee Community College, a large state college that serves mainly as a feeder school to Florida State and Florida A&M.

As the capital, Tallahassee is the site of the Florida State Capitol, Supreme Court of Florida, Florida Governor's Mansion, and nearly 30 state agency headquarters. The city is also known for its large number of law firms, lobbying organizations, trade associations, and professional associations, including the Florida Bar and the Florida Chamber of Commerce. It is a recognized regional center for scientific research and home to the National High Magnetic Field Laboratory. In 2015, Tallahassee was awarded the All-America City Award by the National Civic League for the second time.

The approximate coordinates for the City of Tallahassee is located at 30°27′18″N 84°15′12″W.

Tallahassee has an area of 98.2 square miles (254.3 km²), of which 95.7 square miles (247.9 km²) is land and 2.5 square miles (6.5 km²) (2.59%) is water.

Tallahassee's terrain is hilly by Florida standards, being at the southern end of the Red Hills Region, just above the Cody Scarp. The elevation varies from near sea level to just over 200 feet (61 m), with the state capital on one of the highest hills in the city. The city includes two large lake basins, Lake Jackson and Lake Lafayette, and borders the northern end of the Apalachicola National Forest.

The flora and fauna are similar to those found in the mid-south and low-country regions of South Carolina and Georgia. The palm trees are the more cold-hardy varieties like the state tree, the Sabal palmetto. Pines, magnolias, hickories, and a variety of oaks are the dominant trees. The Southern Live Oak is perhaps the most emblematic of the city.

In the realm of health and wellness, Tallahassee provides residents with a range of options. Tallahassee's healthcare sector, represented by facilities like Tallahassee Memorial HealthCare, plays a vital role in meeting the healthcare needs of residents. Physiotherapy Associates (now ATI Physical Therapy) provides individualized rehabilitation programs, sports performance enhancement, work injury prevention, and wellness services. HealthSouth Rehabilitation Hospital offers inpatient and outpatient rehabilitation services, including physical therapy, occupational therapy, and speech therapy. Fyzical Therapy & Balance Centers specializes in physical therapy for balance and vestibular disorders, orthopedic conditions, chronic pain management, and pre/post-surgical rehabilitation. NovaCare Rehabilitation is offering physical therapy services for sports injuries, orthopedic conditions, post-stroke rehabilitation, pediatric therapy, and women's health. Orthopedic Center of Florida provides orthopedic-focused physical therapy, including joint replacement rehabilitation, spine therapy, sports medicine, and hand therapy.

Top sites in Tallahassee, FL are Tallahassee Museum, Mission San Luis, Florida Historic Capitol Museum, and Tallahassee Automobile Museum.

Population: 205,089 (2025). ZIP codes: 32301–32318, 32399. Area codes: 448, 850. Elevation: 203 feet (62 m). Area: 100.45 square miles (260.37 km²).

FAQs

Is Tallahassee, FL expensive to live in?

The cost of living in Tallahassee, FL is 5% lower than the state average and 7% lower than the national average. Tallahassee, FL housing is 13% cheaper than the U.S. average, while utilities are about 15% less pricey. When it comes to necessities such as food and clothing, groceries are around 4% less in Tallahassee, FL than in the rest of the country, while clothing costs around 4% less. Healthcare services such as doctor check-ups and dentistry cost 6% more here compared to the U.S. average. At the same time, non-necessary expenses such as entertainment and grooming services are 4% cheaper in Tallahassee, FL.

Why is Tallahassee, FL so popular?

Tallahassee is widely known for being the capital of Florida; the state’s political and legislative center. The city boasts the iconic Florida State Capitol building, a majestic structure that serves as the seat of government for the state. Tallahassee also known as the “City of Oaks,” boasts many beautiful green spaces, contributing to its reputation as a nature lover’s paradise. From majestic oak-lined streets to expansive parks and forests, Tallahassee offers a picturesque landscape that invites residents to immerse themselves in the tranquility of nature.

How much money do you need to live comfortably in Tallahassee, FL?

To live comfortably in Tallahassee, Florida, a minimum annual income of $47,880 for a family, and $43,600 for a single person is recommended. A typical home costs $249,700, 26.1% less expensive than the national average of $338,100, and 31.1% less expensive than the average Florida home, at $362,400. Renting a two-bedroom unit in Tallahassee costs $1,260 per month, which is 11.9% cheaper than the national average of $1,430 and 23.8% cheaper than the state average of $1,560.

Sources

City of Tallahassee

Wikipedia

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Redfin

Best Places

Tallahassee Memorial HealthCare

Physiotherapy Associates (now ATI Physical Therapy)

HealthSouth Rehabilitation Hospital

Fyzical Therapy & Balance Centers

NovaCare Rehabilitation

Orthopedic Center of Florida

Tallahassee Museum 

Mission San Luis

Florida Historic Capitol Museum 

Tallahassee Automobile Museum

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