Homosassa Springs, FL is a small town located in Citrus County, with a population of 14,736 and a population density of 572 people per square mile. It sits on the beautiful Homosassa River known for its many springs, manatees, and native wildlife. As such, this town is popular for year-round outdoor activities such as fishing, camping, boating, hiking and canoeing. Local businesses include Rivah Resort RV Park which boasts over 60 acres of land along the riverfront with accommodations for camping or RV’s; Sweetapple Farms which offers fresh local produce; and Johnson's Crossing which provides visitors with airboats and sightseeing tours of the area’s natural beauty. The town also hosts a variety of organizations such as the Friends of Homosassa Springs Wildlife State Park whose mission it is to protect Florida’s diverse ecosystems; The Homosassa Lions Club which works to support community projects and raise funds for local causes; and The Chamber of Commerce which serves as a resource for residents and visitors alike by providing information on area events, businesses, attractions and more. Finally Homosassa Springs also hosts various sporting events throughout the year including local softball tournaments run by the city's recreation department as well as college baseball games at nearby Central Florida College.
The population in Homosassa Springs is 14,736. There are 586 people per square mile aka population density. The median age in Homosassa Springs is 50.8, the US median age is 38.4. The number of people per household in Homosassa Springs is 2.5, the US average of people per household is 2.6.
Family in Homosassa Springs
- 51.5% are married
- 16.3% are divorced
- 14.5% are married with children
- 18.7% have children, but are single
Race in Homosassa Springs
- 93.0% are White
- 0.4% are Black
- 0.9% are Asian
- 0.8% are Native American
- 0.0% claim Other
- 1.6% claim Hispanic ethnicity
- 3.3% Two or more races
- 0.0% Hawaiian, Pacific Islander