More About Citrus Park
Citrus Park is located in northwestern Hillsborough County, approximately 15 miles northwest of Tampa.
Economically, Citrus Park, Florida is very affordable and competitive with the surrounding areas. Clearwater Beach is a 30-minute drive at most, while St. Pete Beach is only a little further out. There are many great elementary, middle and high schools to choose from, both public and private. This location is growing, but not so fast as to over-populate. It is a great place, especially, for a growing family to live. It is relatively close to downtown Tampa and has a lot of great local activities to enjoy.
According to the United States Census Bureau, the Citrus Park CDP has a total area of 10.8 square miles, of which 10.2 square miles are land and 0.66 square miles, or 6.08%, are water.
In 2012, Citrus Park became the home of famous chimpanzee J. Fred Muggs, who lives in the care of Gerald Preis, son of trainer Carmine "Bud" Mennella. In 2016, residents of Citrus Park have claimed to see an occasional herd of goats roaming aimlessly. People are urged to call animal control when they see the goats near busy roadways. Visitors and residents alike enjoy Big Cat Rescue, a non-profit sanctuary for large cats that is open to the public and located in Citrus Park. Additionally, Westfield Citrus Park is a major shopping center opened in 1999.