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Clermont is a city in Lake County, Florida, United States. The current population for Clermont is 22,097 at a 2006 census, making it the largest city in Lake County, Florida. The historic towntown district is still much as it was 50 years ago. Clermont is also known as the "Gem of the Hills" by local residents, as it is one of the few florida counties that has rolling hills. Much of central Florida is of rather flat terrain. Clermont is also known for its many fresh water lakes and canals.

The Florida Citrus Tower, one of the most venerated landmarks of Central Florida, is located in Clermont.

Clermont is located at 28.547584, -81.749519.

According to the United States Census Bureau, the city has a total area of 29.7 km² (11.5 mi²). 27.2 km² (10.5 mi²) of it is land and 2.5 km² (1.0 mi²) of it (8.54%) is water. Clermont was founded in 1884 and incorporated in 1916. The city is located in south Lake County in rural north central Florida. About 22 miles west of the city of Orlando and 22 miles southeast of the city of Leesburg, the city is located conveniently for most of its residents.

In the city the population was spread out with 20.1% under the age of 18, 6.3% from 18 to 24, 24.0% from 25 to 44, 24.7% from 45 to 64, and 24.8% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 45 years. For every 100 females there were 89.9 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 85.5 males.

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