Fort Walton Beach Video

In just under 60 years, the population of Fort Walton Beach, Florida has swelled from 90 to 175,000, enjoying growth in many quarters. Undiscovered by tourists for years, Fort Walton Beach is home to small and large businesses, beautifully kept residential communities, sophisticated condiminiums, an energetic and clean light industrial park, and a plethora of recreational activities. A large auditorium, city council offices, library compound, and beautiful parks grace the city. Fort Walton Beach has a large number of upscale restaurants and entertainment venues. The education system, one of the best in Florida, provides education from kidergarten all the way to graduate studies. Fort Walton Beach has a vibrant spiritual presence, plus many clubs and civic groups. Located on the Emerald Coast's white sand in the Gulf of Mexico, the city relies on bustling commercial enterprises. Many ingredients combine to make Okaloosa County in general and Fort Walton Beach in particular the busy, prosperous place it is today, most notably five: the presence of the military (most notably Eglin Air Force Base); the accompanying technology industry; the incredible educational prospects; the lower-than-average costs of living; and the quality of life. All these make Fort Walton Beach an extraordinary place to live, work, and play. Fort Walton Beach is quickly becoming known as the "Tech Coast." Many small- and medium-sized businesses located here design and manufacture a wide array of resources used by the military. These companies keep a low profile because of their connections to national defense and the military, but their local impact cannot be underestimated. These companies attract highly-educated, highly-skilled, highly-paid professionals to the "Tech Coast." As it grows faster and faster, so too does Fort Walton Beach.