Ocala is growing with more families, more businesses, and more opportunities. Take it from us here at R+L Global Logistics. We’re a family-owned logistics and supply chain management company with more than 60 years of expertise. We started in Ohio and expanded to Florida in 2008 where we help businesses ship and scale every year. We know how to grow in Ocala—and worldwide—and we want to help you do the same.
Key takeaways:
- Ocala Metro is one of the most moved-to cities in the US because of its low cost of living and business opportunities to scale.
- Companies like Amazon, FedEx, and Chewy already call Ocala home because of our built-in logistics advantages, like access to I-75 that reaches nearby metros like Orlando and millions of consumers.
- Business is bustling in Ocala and so is the culture. The Brick City has iconic attractions like The World Equestrian Center (WEC), delicious restaurants, and thrilling activities for the whole family.
Here’s how we work to make Ocala work for you.
Ocala Economy: Propel Your Business In The Heart of Central Florida
According to a US Census study, Ocala was the #1 fastest-growing metro in the United States in 2024. U-Haul also named Ocala as one of the top 25 cities for growth for five years in a row—listing The Brick City as number 1 in 2022 and 2024. That growth was fueled by people moving here to fulfill their careers in this quaint town with a big city dazzle.
Ocala’s economy is booming thanks to both local and large companies, like R+L Global Logistics, FedEx, Amazon, Chewy, Dollar Tree, and more that have established their facilities here.
Let’s take a look at how Ocala has grown in the last two years with these economic drivers in town.
- Total Population: 428,905
- Total Businesses: 14,000
- New Job Creation: 13,000
- Total Workforce: 439,422 (including workers within an hour commute)
People are willing to drive here for work and move to Ocala from cities like Miami, Orlando, and New York altogether because of the business opportunities the town has to offer. Florida has a corporate income tax rate of just 5.5% and the average price for a single family home in Ocala is around $245,000.
This makes Ocala the perfect location to grow your business and still live comfortably off the clock. Unlike other metros in Florida, Ocala’s cost of living index is 84, well below the state average.
Even as Ocala Metro continues to grow with infrastructure to service Marion County with internet access, hospitals, and more, the cost of living hasn’t budged compared to other metros. In Ocala, you’ll get the most bang for your buck at home and in your business.
Exporting—and Much More—Made Easy with Ocala’s Logistics Advantages
With I-75 powering the freight industry in Central Florida, Ocala is a logistics hub for business owners growing their supply chain operations.
You’ll be able to reach 34 million residents through I-75 since it connects to major cities in Florida, Georgia, and South Carolina—that’s a 39% increase in population compared to other metro areas near alternative interstates like I-4.
And Ocala’s logistics benefits don’t stop there.
Highway, Port, and Air Services: Ocala has access to major roads like I-75, the Florida Turnpike, and Highway 301, and is two hours away from major airports like Daytona International. You’re in the right place to get to Port Tampa Bay (Florida’s largest port) and other metro areas by truck, rail-to-truck, and commercial cargo service.
Distribution and Warehousing: R+L Global Logistics’s warehouse is stationed directly across from I-75 off exits 352 and 354. With 130,000 sq feet of fully-equipped space with climate-control and 29 loading docks, we have the capacity to store and move your goods anywhere with ease.
Work with Our Partners to Build Your Business
Partnering with R+L Global Logistics for your shipping needs also means gaining access to our local partners, like the Ocala Metro Chamber & Economic Partnership (CEP).
Here’s how CEP also helps to set up your business for success in Ocala.
- Organize your business expansion with Marion County Growth Services
- Manage your business permits and licenses via the online Civic Access Portal
- Grow and train your workforce with CareerSource
We’re at your service with the resources you need to build a relocation plan that keeps your Ocala move fast, compliant, and disruption-free.
Work and Life Harmonize in Ocala
When it’s time to unwind on the weekends, you’ll find fun in every corner of Ocala.
Things to Do In Ocala
World Equestrian Center (WEC)
Located in the heart of Ocala, the WEC hosts numerous events that families and horse enthusiasts can enjoy.
This includes:
- Annual equestrian competitions like the Longines League of Nations
- Wine and culinary events like the Stirrups Wine Series or the Ocala Food & Wine Festival
- Fine dining at Yellow Pony Pub & Garden or Viola & Dot’s Italian Kitchen & Pizzeria where the live music is just as good as the food
- Premier shopping at chic shops like Lugano Diamonds or luxury stays at The Equestrian Hotel
Silver Springs State Park and Outdoor Adventures
Explore Silver Springs State Park where classic films like Rebel Without a Cause and Creature from the Black Lagoon were filmed on location and captured the Springs’s iconic waters and lush greenery.
Don’t forget to take a Glass Bottom Boat ride to see the aquatic life—like manatees and aligators—just below your feet.
If you’re a thrill-seeker, you’ll enjoy ziplining over the treetops at The Canyons Zip Line and Adventure Park, or taking a walk on the wild side at Busch Gardens’s safari in Tampa just under two hours from Ocala.
Beaches and Theme Parks
Jacksonville and Daytona Beach are also within a two-hour drive where you and your family can soak in the sun or the blue, Atlantic waves. Head back inland to Orlando for a tour of Harry Potter and the Forbidden Journey at Universal Studios, or spend a magical weekend at Walt Disney World Resort.
New Opportunities, New Growth, All in Ocala
The Ocala economy is growing—and we’re here to help your business grow in Ocala, too.
R+L Global Logistics is your relocation and logistics team ready to steer your business toward success. Speak with our experts at (877)-510-9133 or send us a message via our contact form today.