Sarasota County
Dreaming of white sandy beaches and a life of work, plan and leisure? Over 433,700 people call Sarasota County their permanent residence. Soak up the sun along our white sand beaches, treat yourself to diverse dining, enriching arts and culture, shopping districts of all sorts and natural Florida Fun. The 2020 – 2021 US News and World Report names Sarasota County in the best places to retire in the US and number 16 best places to live in the United States, so why wouldn’t you want to spend time in the Florida sunshine and relax on TripAdvisor’s number one beach in the US, Siesta Beach. With the Florida Department of Education “A+” rating for Sarasota County Schools, state parks, biking, boating, and more, Sarasota County is the place to be.
Sarasota County anchors the middle of Florida’s western coast, approximately 60 miles south of Tampa Bay. It includes the cities of Sarasota, Venice, and North Port and the Town of Longboat Key.
Sarasota County encompasses 725 square miles of land and is surrounded by 37 miles of open shoreline along the Gulf of Mexico. Endowed with inspiring natural beauty, an appealing climate, and world-class arts and culture, this coastal paradise has excellent schools, a strong workforce, and leisurely experiences for all.
LocationOn Florida's west coast between Tampa to the north and Ft. Myers to the south, Sarasota County is between Manatee County (north) and Charlotte County (south) and is located on the Gulf of Mexico.
