Located in the center of Florida, nearly equidistant to Orlando, Tampa, Fort Myers & West Palm Beach. More than 86% of the state’s population is less than two hours away. Highlands County’s inland location provides ample room for growth and operating costs that are 10 to 15 percent lower than nearby areas. Highlands County offers a regional workforce of 125,000 and a talent pipeline of more than 22,000 students are located within an hour’s drive. Match this with quality infrastructure, a foreign trade zone, competitive business climate, NO impact fees, and picturesque hometowns like Sebring, Avon Park and Lake Placid, you’ll soon want to make Highlands County your new home.