Community Description
Short Description: Monticello, the county seat and only city in the county, is 30 miles from Tallahassee and 150 miles from Jacksonville. The community was named for Thomas Jefferson's historic Virginia home. Established January 20, 1827, the tree-lined streets of Monticello are lined with antebellum homes.
Local attractions include Lake Miccosukee, Jefferson Country Club and the 1890 Opera House.
Community events include the Tour of Homes and the annual Jefferson County Watermelon Festival, celebrated the third week in June.
Nearby communities include Greenville (17 miles), Tallahassee (28.5 miles) and Woodville (31 miles).
Population: 2,603
Year of Incorporation: 1861
Location: North West Florida
Median Home Price: $104,750
Tax Rate: 7.75
Taxes Levied (per capita): $171.25
City Hall:
245 South Mulberry, PO Box 533
Monticello, FL 32345-0533
Chamber of Commerce:
850.997.5552; 850.997.1020 Fax
Monticello, FL
Library: Jefferson County Public Library
260 N Cherry St, Monticello, FL 32344
850.342.020; 850.342.0207 Fax
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