Okeechobee County Information

Summary

Located in south-central Florida, Okeechobee County has a population of approximately 42,000. Known for Lake Okeechobee, the largest freshwater lake in Florida, the county is a destination for fishing and boating. The county seat is Okeechobee.

History

Okeechobee County was created in 1917 and is named after the Lake Okeechobee, which is itself named from the Hitchiti words for 'big water.'

Natural Disasters

The county is at risk for hurricanes and flooding, particularly around Lake Okeechobee.

Statistics for 2020

  • Population: 42,162
  • Area: 892 square miles
  • Median Income: $42,320