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Kissimmee is a city located in central Florida, United States. According to the 2020 census, Kissimmee has a population of 82,074 people, making it the 6th largest city in the Orlando–Kissimmee–Sanford metropolitan area.

History

Kissimmee was founded in the mid-1800s as Allendale. It was incorporated as Kissimmee in 1883 and named for the Kissimmee River. The city's early economy was based on cattle ranching and agriculture, especially oranges. In the late 1800s, Kissimmee became a hub for shipping goods via railroad. Tourism began to grow in the 1900s. Learn more about the history of Kissimmee on Wikipedia.

Some key historic sites in Kissimmee include:

Population

According to the latest US Census data, Kissimmee has a population of 82,074 people. Kissimmee is currently the 6th largest city in the Orlando metropolitan area. The racial makeup of Kissimmee is:

Over half of Kissimmee residents speak a language other than English at home, with Spanish being the most common.

Attractions and Things to Do

As a major city in central Florida, Kissimmee offers plenty of attractions and activities for visitors and residents alike:

Popular specific attractions include:

Public Transportation

Public transportation in Kissimmee is provided by Lynx, the regional bus system for the Orlando area. Lynx offers bus routes throughout Kissimmee and connections to other Central Florida cities like Orlando. The main transit hub is the Kissimmee Intermodal Station.

Economy and Major Employers

Historically Kissimmee relied on ranching and agriculture, but today tourism makes up a large part of the local economy. Kissimmee's central location close to theme parks, attractions, and other cities makes it a hub for visitors. Some of the top employers in Kissimmee include:

Tourism, hospitality, healthcare, trade, and education are the main industries that drive Kissimmee's economy.

County and Regional Info

Kissimmee is located in Osceola County. The Osceola County government is located at:

Osceola County Administration Building
1 Courthouse Square Suite 1100
Kissimmee, FL 34741
Phone: (407) 742-2000

Kissimmee is part of the Orlando–Kissimmee–Sanford metropolitan area, which had a population of 2,508,970 in 2020. Neighboring cities include Orlando, Celebration, St. Cloud, and Lake Buena Vista.

School Districts

Public schools in Kissimmee are part of the School District of Osceola County. The school district operates:

In addition, there are several private and charter schools located in Kissimmee.

Local Resources

Here are some additional local resources for those visiting or living in Kissimmee:

Map of Kissimmee

This map shows the major roads, landmarks, and geography of Kissimmee.

Landmarks

Here are the GPS coordinates for 3 landmarks in Kissimmee:




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