Population (2025 estimate)966,933 — April 1, 2025 estimate
Art Filled Streets And Island Evenings
Pinellas County, FloridaPinellas County brings together Gulf beaches, waterfront arts districts and the Pinellas Trail. St. Petersburg and Clearwater anchor a peninsula with Gulf beaches and a dense network of communities. Dunedin, Tarpon Springs and Largo bring additional downtowns and cultural stops. The Pinellas Trail connects recreation with everyday travel, while waterfront museums and gardens offer alternatives to a beach day. Use this guide to connect a day out with the practical resources that make local plans easier.
Pinellas County at a Glance
Population (2025 estimate)966,933 — April 1, 2025 estimate
County SeatClearwater
Largest MunicipalitySt. Petersburg — largest municipality, 2025 estimate
Established1912
ZIP CodeLook up by address
Total Area861.0 square miles, land and water (2025 Census geography)
Selected Major RoutesI-275, US 19, US 92, SR 60
Common Area Codes727; 813 / 656 in Oldsmar
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Pinellas County
Established in 1912, Pinellas County has its county seat in Clearwater. St. Petersburg and Clearwater anchor a peninsula with Gulf beaches and a dense network of communities. Dunedin, Tarpon Springs and Largo bring additional downtowns and cultural stops. The Pinellas Trail connects recreation with everyday travel, while waterfront museums and gardens offer alternatives to a beach day. These places give the county more than one center of activity. Exploring the communities separately makes room for local character, instead of treating every destination as part of a single visitor district.
Everyday life in Pinellas County spans St. Petersburg, Clearwater, Dunedin. Planning around the community you are actually visiting helps with travel, shopping and appointments. This guide connects local discoveries with county government, school information, library services and public resources. Use the linked agencies for current service arrangements, and check individual venues before setting out. County boundaries, municipal services and business service areas are not interchangeable.
What Shapes Us
Gulf Communities
Begin with Gulf beaches, waterfront arts districts and the Pinellas Trail. Choose one part of the county to explore, then follow the official visitor resources for access and practical details.
Arts and Gardens
Get to know Clearwater and the surrounding communities through their public spaces, local destinations and everyday services. Let the place itself shape your next stop.
Connected Trails
Pair a local outing with the practical information you need. Agency links, visitor resources and direct business contacts help turn an idea into a workable plan.
Find your own pace among these local places.
A Sense of Place
Pinellas County in View
Community scenes, landscapes and local details.
WUSF — Florida and Tampa Bay
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Around Pinellas County
Stories from every corner of Pinellas County.
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The highwayman: Doug Gray of the Marshall Tucker Band
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Everyday Connections
Find the right local resource
Use these direct agency links to plan visits, locate services and confirm current requirements.
Government
Pinellas County — Supervisor of Elections
Local government information and public services.
Pinellas County — Property Appraiser
Local government information and public services.
Pinellas County — Board of County Commissioners
Official office information and local public services.
Pinellas County — Clerk of the Circuit Court
Official office information and local public services.
Pinellas County — Tax Collector
Official office information and local public services.
Pinellas County — Board of County Commissioners
Official office information and local public services.
Pinellas County — Clerk of the Circuit Court
Official office information and local public services.
Pinellas County — Property Appraiser
Official office information and local public services.
Pinellas County — Tax Collector
Official office information and local public services.
Pinellas County Clerk of Court
County public records and clerk services.
Schools
Pinellas County — School Board
Local district enrollment, school contacts and family information.
Florida School District Contacts
Select this county for the district website and enrollment contacts.
Florida Department of Education
State education programs and school information.
Florida School Accountability Reports
Compare published school and district information.
Florida Virtual School
Explore statewide online public-school options.
Federal Student Aid
College financial aid information and applications.
Hospitals and Health Care
Florida Department of Health in Pinellas County
Local public-health services and clinic contacts; confirm which services are offered at each location.
County Health Department Locator
Select this county for public-health service locations; this is not a hospital directory.
Florida Health Finder
State healthcare facility information; search by county.
Medicare Care Compare
Find and compare hospitals and other care providers.
HRSA Find a Health Center
Locate federally supported health centers by address.
Public Safety
Pinellas County — Sheriff
Agency information and non-emergency contacts; call 911 for an emergency.
Pinellas County — Sheriff
Agency information and non-emergency contacts; call 911 for an emergency.
Pinellas County — Sheriff
Local agency contacts and non-emergency information; call 911 in an emergency.
Pinellas County — Emergency Management Department
Local public-safety preparedness and official incident information; use 911 for emergencies.
Florida Highway Patrol
State highway law enforcement information.
Florida 511
Check road incidents and travel conditions.
Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission
Wildlife concerns and agency contacts.
Emergency Services
Pinellas County — Emergency Management Department
Local preparedness, warnings and emergency information.
Pinellas County — Emergency Management
County-specific emergency-management contact, linked by Florida’s emergency agency; check active local notices.
Florida Division of Emergency Management
State preparedness and disaster updates.
National Hurricane Center
Official tropical weather forecasts and advisories.
National Weather Service
Local forecasts, watches and warnings.
Disaster Assistance
Check federal assistance options after a declared disaster.
State Parks
Honeymoon Island State Park
Dunedin beaches and a pine-forest nature trail. Erosion has separated the northern sandspit; the park warns visitors not to enter or cross the water at that cut.
Caladesi Island State Park
Offshore Dunedin island. Current notice allows day-use docks only, closes D-Dock for construction and says overnight marina stays are unavailable. Confirm boat transport and food service.
Skyway Fishing Pier State Park — North Access
Use the St. Petersburg side for Pinellas access. Structural restrictions limit pier access; check the current notice. Anglers must complete the required annual online course.
Florida State Parks
Find state parks and review official park notices.
State Park Reservations
Check campsite and cabin availability.
Trails
Weedon Island Preserve
Boardwalks and nature paths; paid rentals or programs are separate.
Pinellas County — Parks, Recreation, Culture & Travel
Find local parks, trail information and access notices.
Pinellas Trail Guide
Local park and trail locations, maps and access notices.
Pinellas County — Parks and Conservation Resources
Local park and trail locations, maps and access notices.
Pinellas County — Parks & Conservation Resources Department
Local park and trail locations, maps and access notices.
Honeymoon Island State Park — Trails and Access
Dunedin beaches and a pine-forest nature trail. Erosion has separated the northern sandspit; the park warns visitors not to enter or cross the water at that cut.
Florida Greenways and Trails
State trails planning and recreation resources.
Florida Trail Association
Trail information and hiking resources.
Utilities
Pinellas County — Utilities Department
Review the provider’s service area and account requirements for your address.
Pinellas County — Contact Utilities Customer Service
Review the provider’s service area and account requirements for your address.
Pinellas County — Utilities Service
Review the provider’s service area and account requirements for your address.
Pinellas County — Utilities Connection
Review the provider’s service area and account requirements for your address.
Pinellas County — Title Search or Lien Payoff from Utilities
Review the provider’s service area and account requirements for your address.
Find Your Utility Service Territory
Select Pinellas in the state map to identify potential electric, gas, water and wastewater providers; confirm address-level coverage.
Local Home Energy Assistance Provider
Find the agency serving Pinellas and ask about eligibility and available home-energy bill assistance.
Drinking Water Consumer Confidence Reports
Learn how to obtain and understand the annual quality report from your own drinking-water supplier.
Florida Public Service Commission
Information about regulated utility service and assistance.
Florida 811
Arrange underground utility marking before digging.
Libraries
Pinellas County — Libraries
Locations, catalog information and library services.
Florida Memory — State Library and Archives
Search historical photographs, documents and oral histories for local research; digital statewide collection.
Florida Electronic Library
Statewide digital research resources.
Ask a Librarian
Online reference assistance through Florida libraries.
Florida Braille and Talking Book Library
Accessible library services and eligibility information.
Courts
Pinellas County — Clerk of the Circuit Court
Court records, filing information and local court services.
Pinellas County — Clerk of the Circuit Court
Court records, filing information and local court services.
Pinellas County — Sixth Judicial Circuit Court
Local court records, filing and clerk services.
Pinellas County — Clerk of the Circuit Court
Local court records, filing and clerk services.
Pinellas County — Courts: 6th Judicial Circuit
Local court records, filing and clerk services.
Pinellas County Clerk of Court
Local court records, filing information and clerk office contacts.
Florida Courts
State court information and court locator.
Florida Courts Help
Self-help information and court resources.
Florida Courts E-Filing Portal
Electronic filing portal; review applicable requirements.
Florida Legal Services
Civil legal assistance information.
DMV
Pinellas County — Tax Collector
Confirm office services, appointment requirements and documentation.
Pinellas County — Tax Collector
Confirm office services, appointment requirements and documentation.
Pinellas County — Motor Vehicle Office Directory
County-specific office addresses, transactions and appointment links maintained by FLHSMV.
Driver Licenses and ID Cards
Official Florida licensing and identification requirements.
Motor Vehicles, Tags and Titles
Registration and vehicle-title information.
MyDMV Portal
Online services offered by the state motor vehicle agency.
Motor Vehicle Service Locations
Find the appropriate office and check services before traveling.
Transportation
Pinellas County — Transportation
Local transit routes or transportation programs; confirm eligibility and schedules.
Pinellas County — Community Transportation Coordinator
Find Pinellas in FDOT’s county directory for the local provider, ride-booking number and eligibility contact.
Florida 511
Statewide traffic conditions and incidents.
Florida Department of Transportation
State road projects and transportation information.
SunPass
Toll account information and service.
Florida Commission for the Transportation Disadvantaged
Transportation coordination and eligibility resources.
Postal Services
USPS Location Finder
Find local post offices and available services by ZIP Code.
USPS Tracking
Track a mailed item.
USPS ZIP Code Lookup
Confirm an address ZIP Code; county boundaries are not postal boundaries.
USPS Hold Mail
Arrange eligible temporary mail holds.
USPS Change of Address
Official change-of-address service.
Veterans
Pinellas County — Veterans Services Division
Local veterans assistance and benefit navigation.
Florida Department of Veterans’ Affairs
State veterans programs and benefits information.
VA Facility Locator
Find the appropriate VA facility near your address.
VA Health Care
Eligibility, enrollment and care information.
VA Benefits
Federal veterans benefits and account services.
Veterans Crisis Line
Confidential crisis support: dial 988, then press 1.
Employment
Pinellas County — County Jobs & Career Opportunities
Current county employment information and application instructions.
Pinellas County — County Jobs
Current county employment information and application instructions.
Pinellas County — Careers & Employment
Current county employment information and application instructions.
Pinellas County — Human Resources
County jobs and application requirements.
CareerSource Florida
Find regional workforce services and career centers.
Employ Florida
State job search and employment tools.
Florida State Jobs
State government employment opportunities.
USAJOBS
Federal employment opportunities.
Florida Reemployment Assistance
Official information about reemployment assistance.
Make Your Next Step Easier
Useful answers for exploring and everyday life.
Pinellas County Questions
Know Before You Go
Start with these county facts and direct links, then confirm the details that matter to your plans.
Pinellas County is associated with Gulf beaches, waterfront arts districts and the Pinellas Trail. Start with the official local visitor resource to choose a community and check the details for your visit.
Clearwater is the county seat. Pinellas County Government provides department information; check the specific office address before making a trip.
St. Petersburg is the largest municipality in the April 1, 2025 state population estimates. This comparison uses incorporated municipalities, not census-designated places or metropolitan areas.
The April 1, 2025 estimate is 966,933 residents. The figure comes from Florida’s Office of Economic and Demographic Research, and is an estimate for that date rather than a live population count.
Pinellas County was established in 1912. The county history source provides the historical reference; the establishment year does not describe the age of the communities or cultures that preceded it.
Use the Florida Department of Education district directory and select Pinellas. Contact the district about enrollment and address-specific school assignments; a mailing city alone does not establish attendance eligibility.
Start with Pinellas County Government and its emergency information, then consult the National Weather Service for weather alerts. Review the current notice for your location rather than relying on an older event post.
Use the Florida county health department locator and select Pinellas for public-health services. For hospital and facility research, use Florida Health Finder. These resources help locate services; they do not confirm appointment availability.
Check the Florida motor vehicle office locator for the office serving your area. Review the offered services, required documents and appointment process before traveling; not every office handles every transaction.
Start with Florida Botanical Gardens or Seaside Seabird Sanctuary. Free garden admission; donations or event charges may apply separately. Free admission is listed; donations support the sanctuary.
Use the direct business links: Brandon Complete Dental Care. Confirm the specific service and location directly. An advertisement in this county guide does not establish countywide service coverage.
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My Local Guide
Explore Local Places
Make room for a different kind of dayFollow the linked venues for visiting details and current availability.
Kids’ Fun
- Clearwater Marine Aquarium — Use the official website for current hours, reservations and visiting details.
- Great Explorations Children’s Museum — Use the official website for current hours, reservations and visiting details.
- Sunken Gardens — Use the official website for current hours, reservations and visiting details.
Restaurants
- Frenchy’s — Use the official website for current hours, reservations and visiting details.
- The Columbia — Sand Key — Use the official website for current hours, reservations and visiting details.
- Ted Peters Famous Smoked Fish — Use the official website for current hours, reservations and visiting details.
Shopping & Retail
- John’s Pass Village — Use the official website for current hours, reservations and visiting details.
- Sundial St. Pete — Use the official website for current hours, reservations and visiting details.
- Tyrone Square — Use the official website for current hours, reservations and visiting details.
Clothing & Boutiques
- H&M — See the center’s specific store page for location and current hours.
- American Eagle — See the center’s specific store page for location and current hours.
- Old Navy — See the center’s specific store page for location and current hours.
Outdoor Fun
- Florida Botanical Gardens — Free garden admission; donations or event charges may apply separately.
- Seaside Seabird Sanctuary — Free admission is listed; donations support the sanctuary.
- Weedon Island Preserve — Boardwalks and nature paths; paid rentals or programs are separate.
Free Things To Do
- Florida Botanical Gardens — Free garden admission; donations or event charges may apply separately.
- Seaside Seabird Sanctuary — Free admission is listed; donations support the sanctuary.
- Weedon Island Preserve — Boardwalks and nature paths; paid rentals or programs are separate.
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