Polk County is strategically located in the center of the Florida peninsula just 25 miles east of Tampa and 35 miles southwest of Orlando. As the geographic center of Florida, it is estimated that more than 7.5 million people reside within a 100 mile radius of Polk County, making it one of the largest concentrations of population in the southeast. In 2007, Polk received the National Civic League's honored designation as an "All America County," recognizing our cooperative and strategic approach to community problem solving. Our progressive communities, ideal location, and rapid growth make Polk an exciting place to live and work.