Brevard County, Florida
Brevard County stretches along Florida’s Space Coast. It’s home to Kennedy Space Center and famous rocket launches, with a strong aerospace industry presence that makes the county unique.
While Cocoa Beach draws surfers, Merritt Island is home to a massive wildlife refuge. The Indian River Lagoon runs along much of the county, teeming with wildlife. Locals enjoy fishing, boating, and other outdoor activities here.
Melbourne offers a mix of tech jobs and laid-back Florida vibes. Port Canaveral is a major cruise ship hub, while Brevard blends space-age technology with Florida’s natural beauty. It’s a place where you can watch rockets launch from the beach.
| Category | Details |
|---|---|
| County Name | Brevard County |
| County Seat | Titusville |
| Cities, Towns, and Communities | Melbourne, Palm Bay, Titusville, Cocoa, Rockledge, Cape Canaveral, Satellite Beach, Indian Harbour Beach, Cocoa Beach, Merritt Island |
| Interstates and Highways | I-95, U.S. 1, U.S. 192, SR 528, SR A1A, SR 520, SR 50 |
| FIPS Code | 12-009 |
| Total Area (Land and Water) | 1,556 square miles (land: 1,016 sq mi, water: 540 sq mi) |
| Adjacent Counties (and Direction) | Volusia County (North), Indian River County (South), Osceola County (Southwest), Orange County (West) |
| Time Zone | Eastern Time Zone (ET) |
| State | Florida |
| Coordinates | 28.2639° N, 80.7214° W |
| Etymology | Named after Theodore Washington Brevard, an early settler and Florida’s State Comptroller in the 1850s |
| Major Landmarks | Kennedy Space Center, Cape Canaveral Space Force Station, Canaveral National Seashore, Brevard Zoo, Patrick Space Force Base |
| Population | Approximately 660,000 |
PHYSICAL MAP
Brevard County Topographic Map
Our topographic map of Brevard County highlights the barrier island system along Florida’s eastern coast, separated from the mainland by the Indian River Lagoon. The central mainland features a subtle north-south ridge, while the western areas gradually transition into flatter wetland areas.
SATELLITE IMAGERY
Brevard County Satellite Map
Brevard County stretches along Florida’s east coast in a long, narrow shape bordered by the Atlantic Ocean and the Indian River Lagoon. Barrier islands, including Merritt Island, separate the mainland from the ocean. Our zoom tool makes it easy to explore the county’s combination of developed areas and natural landscapes.
OUTLINE MAP
Brevard County Blank Map
Brevard County has a distinctive long, narrow shape extending along Florida’s east coast. Its eastern boundary follows the Atlantic shoreline, while the western boundary reaches toward the St. Johns River. The blank map below clearly shows the county’s linear form, creating a well-defined coastal region.
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