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Rankings for Ocala

Ocala Ranked
#45 America's Best and Worst Cities for Crime (Mid-Size Metro Areas)
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Ocala Ranked
#58 2005 Best Places to Live
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Ocala Ranked
#189 Best Green Cities
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Rankings for Ormond Beach

Ormond Beach Ranked
#14 Drought-Riskiest Cities
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Ormond Beach Ranked
#60 America's Best and Worst Cities for Crime (Mid-Size Metro Areas)
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Ormond Beach Ranked
#66 2005 Best Places to Live
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Ormond Beach Ranked
#78 Most Comfortable Summer Cities
When it comes to summer and its accompanying hot weather, there are so many beautiful things - beach days, barbecues, revea... Read More

Ormond Beach Ranked
#92 America's Migraine Hot Spots
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Ormond Beach Ranked
#227 Best Green Cities
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Reviews for Ocala    56 Reviews

My wife and I have lived in Ocala as retirees since 2014 and we love it here. It is definitely a place for retired folks. There is lots to do here for us. As for  More

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I lived here for 12 years during my 20's to early 30's. Raised my children and started careers. This place offered plenty of work, good neighbors and lots of memories.  More

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Over 3 years ago

I like this city, a small town and a lot to offer for adults between 30 to seniors. Now if you planing to move with teens is not for you, unless you coming from another  More

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Reviews for Ormond Beach    8 Reviews

We have lived in the area for over 8 years. I love the political views of most people and how RED our state is. Having a governor and people with the same views,  More

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The state that is affordable for retirees is NOT affordable for people that work. Poor wages for professionals. Biggest employer in central FL is Disney and pays very  More

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I love it here it is very quiet and peaceful. The beaches are beautiful and pretty private and not crowded most of the time! There are some beautiful parks here as well.  More

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