The Polk County map offers a detailed view of one of Central Florida’s largest counties. It highlights major cities and communities including Lakeland, Bartow, Winter Haven, Haines City, Auburndale, Lake Wales, and Polk City. The map shows an extensive network of interstate, U.S., and state highways connecting communities throughout the county. Numerous lakes and waterways are featured, including Lake Kissimmee and several smaller lakes that characterize Polk County’s landscape. Neighboring counties such as Pasco, Sumter, Lake, Orange, Osceola, Okeechobee, Highlands, Hardee, and Hillsborough are clearly identified around the county. The map also marks the county seat, airports, rivers, and parks. This map is useful for travelers, students, researchers, businesses, and anyone seeking a clear geographic overview of Polk County and its surrounding areas.
| Fact | Details |
|---|---|
| Official Name | Polk County |
| State | Florida |
| Country | United States |
| Founded | February 8, 1861 |
| Incorporated | 1861 |
| Population | 874,790 (2025 estimate) |
| County | Bartow |
| Area | 2,011 sq mi total; 1,797.76 sq mi land |
| Time Zone | Eastern Time (ET) |
| ZIP Codes | 33801–33898; 34759 |
| Area Code | 863; portions also use 321, 352, 407, 689, and 941 |
| Known For | Citrus agriculture, numerous lakes, phosphate mining, and its location between Tampa and Orlando |
| Major Airport | Lakeland Linder International Airport (LAL) |
| Climate | Humid subtropical; hot, wet summers and warm, relatively dry winters |
| Nickname | The Heart of Florida |
| Major Highways | I-4, Polk Parkway (SR 570), U.S. 27, U.S. 98, U.S. 92, and SR 60 |
| Nearby Border | Pasco, Sumter, Lake, Orange, Osceola, Okeechobee, Highlands, Hardee, and Hillsborough counties |
| Major Attractions | LEGOLAND Florida Resort, Bok Tower Gardens, Circle B Bar Reserve, Lake Kissimmee State Park, Safari Wilderness, and Hollis Garden |