Okaloosa County Map, Florida, U.S.

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Map of Okaloosa County - Okaloosa County is a county located in the U.S. state of Florida. Okaloosa County Map showing cities, highways, important places and water bodies. Get Where is Okaloosa County located in the map, major cities in Okaloosa county, population, areas, and places of interest.

Map of Okaloosa County, Florida

Map of Okaloosa County, Florida

About Okaloosa County Map, Florida: The map showing the county boundary, county seat, major cities, highways, water bodies and neighbouring counties.

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  • About Okaloosa County, Florida

    Okaloosa County is located in the northwestern part of Florida, in the state of the United States. The county was established in 1915 and was named after the Choctawhatchee River’s Native American term believed to mean “black water.” The county seat is Crestview, and the largest city is Fort Walton Beach. Okaloosa County is part of the Florida Panhandle and is known for its Gulf Coast beaches, military installations, and tourism industry.

    Population

    According to the United States Census Bureau, the population of Okaloosa County is 211,668 as recorded in the 2020 Census, and the population density is approximately 226 people per square mile.

    Area and Geography

    According to the United States Census Bureau, Okaloosa County covers a total area of approximately 1,082 square miles (about 2,802 square kilometers), including about 930 square miles (2,409 square kilometers) of land and 152 square miles (393 square kilometers) of water. The county features Gulf of Mexico coastline, Choctawhatchee Bay, rivers, and inland forests typical of Northwest Florida.

    Bordering Counties

    Okaloosa County shares boundaries with Alabama to the north, Santa Rosa County to the west, Walton County to the east, and the Gulf of Mexico to the south.

    Major Cities and Communities

    Major cities and towns include Fort Walton Beach, Crestview, Destin, Niceville, and Mary Esther.

    Attractions and Recreation

    Okaloosa County offers beaches along the Emerald Coast, boating and fishing on Choctawhatchee Bay, and outdoor recreation in state parks and coastal preserves. The county is also home to Northwest Florida State College, contributing to higher education and workforce development in the region.

    Transportation

    Okaloosa County is served by Interstate 10 in the northern portion and U.S. Highway 98 along the coast, providing regional connectivity across the Florida Panhandle. Destin–Fort Walton Beach Airport supports domestic air travel.

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    Sources:

    Population and area data sourced from the United States Census Bureau (2020 Census). General county information referenced from the Official Okaloosa County Government Website.

    Facts about Okaloosa County, Florida

    CountryUnited States
    StateFlorida
    RegionEmerald Coast (Florida Panhandle)
    County SeatCrestview
    Named AfterChoctaw word “Okaloosa” meaning “black water”
    Established1915
    Organized1915
    Coordinates30.7400° N, 86.5700° W
    Total Area1,082 sq mi
    Land Area936 sq mi
    Water Area146 sq mi
    Population (2020)211,668
    Population RankOne of the more populous counties in the Florida Panhandle
    Major CityFort Walton Beach
    Main IndustriesMilitary, Tourism, Aerospace, Healthcare
    Major AirportDestin–Fort Walton Beach Airport
    Time ZoneCentral Time (UTC−06:00)
    Known ForEmerald Coast beaches, Eglin Air Force Base, tourism
    Websitehttps://myokaloosa.com

    Ctities in Okaloosa county

    City NameTypePopulation (2020)Pop. DensityAreaIncorporated
    Cinco BayouTown457 0.2 sq mi (0.5 km2)1950
    CrestviewCity27,134 12.8 sq mi (33.2 km2)1916
    DestinCity13,931 8.2 sq mi (21.2 km2)1984
    Fort Walton BeachCity20,922 8.2 sq mi (21.3 km2)1941
    Laurel HillCity584 3.1 sq mi (8.1 km2)1905
    Mary EstherCity3,982 1.5 sq mi (4.0 km2)1946
    NicevilleCity15,772 11.3 sq mi (29.4 km2)1938
    ShalimarTown737 0.3 sq mi (0.8 km2)1947
    ValparaisoCity4,752 12.7 sq mi (33.0 km2)1921

    Top Attractions in Okaloosa County, Florida

    • Destin Beaches – White sand beaches and emerald waters.
    • Henderson Beach State Park – Dunes, trails, and beach access.
    • Destin Harbor Boardwalk – Dining, shops, and boat tours.
    • Okaloosa Island – Gulf beaches and fishing pier.
    • Emerald Coast Science Center – Hands-on science exhibits.
    • Air Force Armament Museum – Military aircraft displays.
    • Fort Walton Beach Landing Park – Waterfront green space.
    • Gulfarium Marine Adventure Park – Marine animal shows.
    • Turkey Creek Nature Trail – Boardwalk and creek views.
    • Scenic Coastal Drives – Gulf and bay vistas.

    Highways in Okaloosa

    Interstate 10, US Highway 90, US Highway 98, Florida State Road 4, Florida State Road 85, Florida State Road 188, Florida State Road 189, Florida State Road 293, Florida State Road 393, Florida State Road 397.

    Nearest Airports

    Nearest airport of Okaloosa is Bob Sikes Airport.