Population (2025 estimate)47,274 — April 1, 2025 estimate
Spring Fed Adventures At An Unhurried Pace
Suwannee County, FloridaSuwannee County brings together the Suwannee River, freshwater springs and the communities of Live Oak and Branford. Live Oak and Branford are the county’s incorporated communities. River and spring landscapes shape many visits, alongside music and camping at the Spirit of the Suwannee Music Park. Public parks have their own access rules, and current maintenance closures can affect a planned river outing. Use this guide to connect a day out with the practical resources that make local plans easier.
Suwannee County at a Glance
Population (2025 estimate)47,274 — April 1, 2025 estimate
County SeatLive Oak
Largest MunicipalityLive Oak — largest municipality, 2025 estimate
Established1858
ZIP CodeLook up by address
Total Area692.3 square miles, land and water (2025 Census geography)
Selected Major RoutesI-10, I-75, US 90, US 129, US 27
Common Area Codes386
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Suwannee County
Established in 1858, Suwannee County has its county seat in Live Oak. Live Oak and Branford are the county’s incorporated communities. River and spring landscapes shape many visits, alongside music and camping at the Spirit of the Suwannee Music Park. Public parks have their own access rules, and current maintenance closures can affect a planned river outing. 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 Suwannee County spans Live Oak, Branford. 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
Rivers and Springs
Begin with the Suwannee River, freshwater springs and the communities of Live Oak and Branford. Choose one part of the county to explore, then follow the official visitor resources for access and practical details.
Local Communities
Get to know Live Oak and the surrounding communities through their public spaces, local destinations and everyday services. Let the place itself shape your next stop.
Music and Outdoors
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
Suwannee County in View
Community scenes, landscapes and local details.
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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
Suwannee County — Clerk of Circuit Court & Comptroller
Official office information and local public services.
Suwannee County — Supervisor of Elections
Official office information and local public services.
Suwannee County — Tax Collector
Official office information and local public services.
Suwannee County — Property Appraiser
Official office information and local public services.
County Supervisor of Elections Contact Lookup
Select Suwannee for the local election office’s official contact information; state directory updated September 24, 2026.
Suwannee County Government
County departments, public notices and public services.
Schools
Suwannee County — School Board
District school information and family resources.
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 Suwannee 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
Suwannee County — Sheriff’s Office
Local agency contacts and non-emergency information; call 911 in an emergency.
Suwannee County — Emergency Management
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
Suwannee County — Emergency Management
County preparedness, warnings and local emergency updates.
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
Suwannee River State Park
Limited access: campground closure posted June 3, 2026; bridge, overlook, picnic area and River Trail closures also posted. Check the official notice.
Wes Skiles Peacock Springs State Park
Live Oak-area springs and an interpretive nature trail; check current water access and diving requirements before planning activities.
Florida State Parks
Find state parks and review official park notices.
State Park Reservations
Check campsite and cabin availability.
Trails
Suwannee River State Park
Limited access: campground closure posted June 3, 2026; bridge, overlook, picnic area and River Trail closures also posted. Check the official notice.
Suwannee County — Parks & Recreation
Local park and trail locations, maps and access notices.
Wes Skiles Peacock Springs State Park — Trails and Access
Live Oak-area springs and an interpretive nature trail; check current water access and diving requirements before planning activities.
Florida Greenways and Trails
State trails planning and recreation resources.
Florida Trail Association
Trail information and hiking resources.
Utilities
Suwannee County — North Florida Water Utilities Authority
Local utility service information; verify the provider for your exact address.
Find Your Utility Service Territory
Select Suwannee 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 Suwannee 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
Suwannee County — Public Library
Local library locations, collections and service information.
Suwannee River Regional Library System
County library system, catalog and branch information; verify local branch hours.
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
Suwannee County — Clerk of Circuit Court & Comptroller
Local court records, filing and clerk services.
Suwannee County — Third Judicial Circuit
Local court records, filing and clerk services.
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
Suwannee County — Tax Collector
Local vehicle and driver-service office information; check transactions and appointments.
Suwannee 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
Suwannee County — Community Transportation Coordinator
Find Suwannee 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
Suwannee County — Veterans Services
Local assistance with veterans services 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
Suwannee County — Human Resources
County jobs and application requirements.
Suwannee County — Employment
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.
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Useful answers for exploring and everyday life.
Suwannee County Questions
Know Before You Go
Start with these county facts and direct links, then confirm the details that matter to your plans.
Suwannee County is associated with the Suwannee River, freshwater springs and the communities of Live Oak and Branford. Start with the official local visitor resource to choose a community and check the details for your visit.
Live Oak is the county seat. Suwannee County Government provides department information; check the specific office address before making a trip.
Live Oak 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 47,274 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.
Suwannee County was established in 1858. 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 Suwannee. Contact the district about enrollment and address-specific school assignments; a mailing city alone does not establish attendance eligibility.
Start with Suwannee 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 Suwannee 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 Suwannee River State Park or Falmouth Springs. Limited access: campground closure posted June 3, 2026; bridge, overlook, picnic area and River Trail closures also posted. Check the official notice. A spring landscape listed by official county tourism; confirm current access.
Use the direct business links: Gateway-Forest Lawn Funeral Home & Crematory Inc. 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
- Suwannee River State Park — Limited access: campground closure posted June 3, 2026; bridge, overlook, picnic area and River Trail closures also posted. Check the official notice.
- Spirit of the Suwannee Music Park — Use the official website for current hours, reservations and visiting details.
- Heritage Park Playground — Outdoor family play in Live Oak; check local park notices.
Restaurants
- The Shak — Live Oak dining listed by the official county tourism office.
- The Live Oak Gathering — Live Oak dining listed by the official county tourism office.
- Dixie Grill — Live Oak restaurant listed by Florida’s official visitor organization; check current hours.
Shopping & Retail
- Kraves Boutique — Clothing and accessories in Live Oak; check the current selection and hours.
- Live Oak Antique Mall — Antique shopping in Live Oak.
- Spunky Sparrow Boutique — Clothing boutique in Live Oak listed by the official state visitor organization.
Clothing & Boutiques
- Kraves Boutique — Clothing and accessories in Live Oak; check the current selection and hours.
- Spunky Sparrow Boutique — Clothing boutique in Live Oak listed by the official state visitor organization.
- Hibbett — Live Oak — Athletic clothing and footwear at 6836 Suwanee Plaza Lane; check local inventory.
Outdoor Fun
- Suwannee River State Park — Limited access: campground closure posted June 3, 2026; bridge, overlook, picnic area and River Trail closures also posted. Check the official notice.
- Falmouth Springs — A spring landscape listed by official county tourism; confirm current access.
- Spirit of the Suwannee Music Park — Check the private park’s current event, camping and admission arrangements.
Free Things To Do
- Heritage Park & Gardens — Free grounds, walking paths and playground in Live Oak; house tours and private rentals are separate.
- Ivey Memorial Park — Free riverfront park in Branford with picnic areas and a boardwalk.
- First Federal Sportsplex — Free public recreation space in Live Oak; organized programs may have separate requirements.
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