City of Dade City Email Format
Government AdministrationFlorida, United States51-200 Employees
The City of Dade City is a municipal government located in eastern Pasco County, Florida, serving as the county seat and administrative center. Founded in 1889, it sits at the heart of a region whose economy has shifted from agriculture toward services, government, and retail around the downtown core. The downtown area features restaurants and antique shops and has benefited from redevelopment efforts under the Main Street Program. The city serves a broader community of about 71,000 residents and sits as a commercial hub for the area, with nearby educational and cultural institutions such as St. Leo University, Pasco-Hernando Community College, and the Pioneer Florida Museum. In November 2023, the Environmental Protection Agency supported a project to relocate and upgrade the city’s wastewater treatment plant, marking a notable infrastructure development for the city’s growth.