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Living in Orlando

If you're thinking about making the Sunshine State your home, then Orlando just might be the perfect spot for you.

As the county seat of Orange County, Orlando is a major city with a population of just over 2 million people. Naturally, Orlando is known for its amazing travel and tourism, with major destinations like Walt Disney World, SeaWorld Orlando, Universal Orlando Resort and more.

But for those who live here, Orlando is so much more.

Living in Orlando

The city is a growing hub for a diverse community that includes many ethnicities, races and cultures. The city has a large and growing Cuban, West Indian and Jamaican population, enriching the culture atmosphere and options for residents.

While Orlando's industry hums along on tourist dollars, it's also a major center for industrial and high-tech companies. In fact, the city's technology sector employs more than 50,000 people in specialties like digital media, agricultural technology, aviation, aerospace, and software design.

The unemployment rate in Orlando has been historically low, and housing prices are generally high compared to the rest of the U.S. As far as recreation and culture, there are a ton of activities for busy singles and families. Whether you enjoy golf, museums, sports, fishing or birdwatching, you'll always find something to do on the weekends. In fact, the nightlife in Orlando is just as diverse. There are a large number of theaters and improv troupes, comedy clubs, nightclubs and more all around the city.

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