Data & Sources
Where the records come from, how many there are, and how current each source is.
How current each source is
Every record on this site comes from a public office. Sources are updated on different schedules, so each has its own date.
| Source | Used for | Current through |
|---|---|---|
| Marion County Property Appraiser | Properties | Feb 23, 2026 |
| Marion County Building Department | Permits | Nov 12, 2026 |
| City of Ocala Building Department | Permits | Nov 12, 2026 |
| Florida Division of Corporations | Businesses | Jun 1, 2026 |
| City of Ocala finance records | Payments | Feb 25, 2026 |
| Marion County Clerk check register | Payments | Feb 27, 2026 |
| Marion County Clerk official records | Monthly deeds, mortgages and foreclosure trends | Sep 3, 2026 |
What is searchable
| Record type | Records in the search |
|---|---|
| Properties | 288,185 |
| Permits | 523,233 |
| Businesses | 112,269 |
| Payments | 263,903 |
Properties are counted once each. Permits include Marion County and the City of Ocala. Businesses are filings registered in Marion County.
What is indexed overall
Counted on 2026-09-11. These totals include records that are not in the search yet, such as the Clerk's official records.
| Measure | Count |
|---|---|
| Public records indexed | 4,196,761 |
| Public spending tracked | $3.2B |
| Official records | 1,734,732 |
| Parcel records (all tax-roll snapshots) | 572,752 |
| Building permits | 517,715 |
| Business filings | 192,604 |
Counts combine public-record tables maintained by Sunshine Data: Marion County parcels, permits, Clerk official records, SunBiz corporations, Ocala invoices, and county checks. Monthly activity uses Clerk official records and Marion County permit applications.
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