This detailed Hillsborough County map highlights major cities, towns, highways, waterways, parks, and important locations across the county. Located on Florida’s Gulf Coast, Hillsborough County includes the major city of Tampa and communities such as Plant City, Brandon, Riverview, Ruskin, Apollo Beach, and Lutz. The map clearly displays Interstate 4, Interstate 75, Interstate 275, and major US and state highways connecting different parts of the county. Tampa Bay and surrounding coastal areas are also prominently shown. Hillsborough River State Park and other natural features provide additional geographic context. This map is useful for travelers, students, researchers, residents, and anyone interested in exploring Hillsborough County’s geography, transportation network, cities, and important communities in west-central Florida.
| Fact | Details |
|---|---|
| Official Name | Hillsborough County |
| State | Florida |
| Country | United States |
| Founded | January 25, 1834 |
| Incorporated | January 25, 1834 (organized as a Florida Territory county) |
| Population | 1,574,115 (2025 estimate) |
| County | Tampa |
| Area | Approximately 1,072 sq mi total; 1,048 sq mi land |
| Time Zone | Eastern Time Zone (ET) |
| ZIP Codes | Multiple ZIP Codes, primarily in the 335xx and 336xx ranges |
| Area Code | 813 |
| Known For | Tampa, Tampa Bay, professional sports, tourism, port activities, and cigar-making history |
| Major Airport | Tampa International Airport |
| Climate | Humid subtropical |
| Nickname | No official county nickname |
| Major Highways | I-4, I-75, I-275, US 41, US 92, US 301 and State Road 60 |
| Nearby Border | Pasco, Polk, Hardee, Manatee and Pinellas counties |
| Major Attractions | Busch Gardens Tampa Bay, Ybor City, ZooTampa at Lowry Park, The Florida Aquarium and Hillsborough River State Park |