Walton County

Walton County is world-renowned for its "New Urbanism" beach communities, including Seaside and Watercolor. Whether you prefer the architectural heritage of our historic small cities or the modern amenities of our planned developments, you’ll find a casual pace of life with seamless access to everything you need. It is no secret why this is a premier destination to live and work. By combining a sophisticated coastal atmosphere with family-oriented communities and a pro-business environment, Walton County provides a lifestyle typically reserved for the world’s most exclusive retreats.

 


 

Walton County Assets:

  • Fully-developed industrial parks and enterprise zones.
  • Northwest Florida Beaches International Airport in neighboring Bay County
  • Rural Area of Opportunity eligible to offer additional incentives to new and expanding industries through Opportunity Florida.
  • DeFuniak Springs Municipal Airport is a Florida First Certified SIte
  • Destin-Fort Walton Beach Airport in adjacent Okaloosa County
  • Florida Gulf & Atlantic rail
  • Interstate 10
  • Barge port in Freeport
  • Proximity to Port Panama City, a deepwater port which serves as a Foreign Trade Zone
  • Coastal communities offer miles of pristine white sand beaches, acres of lakes and state forests, and endless art galleries, shops and restaurants
  • World-renowned for its “New Urbanism” beach communities such as Seaside and Watercolor

Walton County Economic Development Alliance

JJ Harris
 850.520.2498
 jjharris@wcedafl.com
wcedafl.com
76 North Sixth Street
Defuniak Springs, FL 32433

Walton County Key Data