Professional Services. Strategic Location. Scalable Opportunity.
In Citrus County, professional services firms can leverage affordable operations, access to growing population centers, and the flexibility of a business-friendly environment. From finance and consulting to tech support and legal services, this region offers room to grow—without the overhead of big metros.
Why Professional Services Belong Here
Cost Efficiency Meets Growth
Office rents, utility rates, and general overhead are lower here than in Florida’s major metros. That brings a quality base cost advantage for services firms that need space, connectivity, and operational flexibility.
Access to Regional Talent
Citrus lies within a commutable radius of urban centers and universities, giving professional firms access to educated talent across central Florida who want a more balanced lifestyle.
Existing Presence & Employer Base
Organizations in payroll, HR, and PEO (Professional Employer Organization) sectors already operate here. For example, DSK Group Inc., a major PEO, employs over 1,200 in the county.
This shows the viability of services-oriented enterprise within the local economy.
Infrastructure that Supports Growth
The Citrus County GIS parcel system, business resource tools, and local leadership supporting permitting and data access all combine to reduce friction for service firms getting started.
- Business process outsourcing (BPO), accounting, and financial services
- HR, payroll, staffing, and workforce management firms
- IT support, cybersecurity, managed services, and cloud operations
- Legal, compliance, and regulatory support functions
- Marketing, media, design, and digital services
- Shared-service and back-office operations
- Lower cost base compared to metro regions
- Local and state incentives that also apply to services firms
- Scalable infrastructure, fiber, utilities, GIS, support systems
- Leadership alignment and accessible government for project support
- Quality of life helps attract and retain talent in competitive service sectors
- DSK Group Inc. 1,200+ employees in Citrus, delivering PEO services
- Professional, scientific, and technical services are a recognized economic industry cluster in Citrus County
- Local business resource networks (CORE, One Stop Recovery & Economic Center) assist firms across sectors
- Lower start-up risk: Smaller capital outlay for offices, tech, and staff
- Access to regional talent: You can tap into both local and commuting workforce
- Scalable growth path: Start lean and expand as demand grows
- Operational support: Local GIS, permitting, and data systems reduce friction
- Competitive edge: More room for margin and reinvestment
Curious how your services firm fits here?
We’ll overlay your project plan on Citrus County’s operating costs, infrastructure, and incentive map to show you the best fit.
Curious how your services firm fits here?
We’ll overlay your project plan on Citrus County’s operating costs, infrastructure, and incentive map to show you the best fit.