Alachua County, Florida: government offices and health services

Where can I get a driver license or ID in Alachua County?

Tax Collector — Downtown – 12 SE 1st St, Gainesville FL 32601, 352-374-5236; Tax Collector — Northwest – 5830 NW 34th Blvd, Gainesville FL 32653, 352-374-5236; Tax Collector — Southwest – 3837 Windmeadows Blvd, Gainesville FL 32608, 352-374-5236; High Springs Tag Agency (City Hall) – 23718 W US Highway 27, High Springs FL 32643, 386-454-1416.

Where do I register a vehicle or get tags in Alachua County?

Tax Collector — Downtown – 12 SE 1st St, Gainesville FL 32601, 352-374-5236; Tax Collector — Northwest – 5830 NW 34th Blvd, Gainesville FL 32653, 352-374-5236; Tax Collector — Southwest – 3837 Windmeadows Blvd, Gainesville FL 32608, 352-374-5236; High Springs Tag Agency (City Hall) – 23718 W US Highway 27, High Springs FL 32643, 386-454-1416.

Where is the Alachua County health department?

Alachua Clinic – 15530 NW US Hwy 441, Suite 10010, Alachua FL 32615, 386-462-2542; East Gainesville Clinic – Main Headquarters – 224 SE 24th St., Gainesville FL 32641, 352-334-7900; Southwest Clinic – 816 SW 64th Terrace, Gainesville FL 32607, 352-225-4320.

Where is the Alachua County Supervisor of Elections office?

Supervisor of Elections – 515 N Main St, Suite 300, Gainesville FL 32601, 352-374-5252.

Where is the Alachua County Sheriff's Office?

Alachua County Sheriff's Office headquarters – 2621 SE Hawthorne Road, Gainesville FL 32641, 352-367-4000; Alachua Police Department – 15000 NW 142nd Terrace, Alachua FL 32615, 386-462-1396; Gainesville Police Department – 545 NW 8th Avenue, Gainesville FL 32601, 352-393-7500; High Springs Police Department – 23720 NW 187th Avenue, High Springs FL 32643, 386-454-1415.

Which hospitals are listed in Alachua County?

HCA Florida North Florida Hospital – 6500 W Newberry Road, Gainesville FL 32605, 352-333-4000; Malcom Randall VA Medical Center – 1601 SW Archer Road, Gainesville FL 32608, 352-376-1611; Select Specialty Hospital Gainesville – 1600 SW Archer Road, 5th Floor, Gainesville FL 32610, 352-265-0055; UF Health Psychiatric Hospital – 4101 NW 89th Boulevard, Gainesville FL 32606, 352-627-9045 (and 2 more: see all).

What should I bring to a driver license or tag office in Alachua County?

Bring original documents, not copies: a valid photo ID, and for most license transactions proof of your Social Security number and two proofs of your Florida address. For a vehicle registration or title, bring proof of Florida auto insurance, the title or registration and any lien information. Requirements differ by transaction, so read our checklist of what to bring and call the office before you go. Spiral Search lists 4 driver license offices (see the list) and 4 motor vehicle offices (see the list) in Alachua County.

How long do I have to register my car and get a license after moving to Alachua County?

Florida requires new residents to register their vehicle within 10 days of establishing residency and to get a Florida driver license within 30 days. If you move within Florida, update the address on your license and vehicle registration within 30 days. See our guides on deadlines for new residents and address and name changes. Confirm current rules with FLHSMV or your county tax collector.

How do I register to vote or request a mail ballot in Alachua County?

Voter registration and mail ballots are handled by the Alachua County Supervisor of Elections. You can register online at RegisterToVoteFlorida.gov, in person at the elections office, or by mail; the registration deadline is 29 days before an election. A mail ballot must be requested by 5 p.m. on the 12th day before the election and returned by 7 p.m. on Election Day. See how to register and vote by mail and early voting. Spiral Search lists 1 elections office in Alachua County (see the list).

How can I report a crime anonymously in Alachua County?

From any cellphone in Florida you can dial *TIPS (*8477) to reach the Crime Stoppers program for the area where you are calling, or use the P3 Tips app. Crime Stoppers tips can be anonymous. For a crime in progress or any danger to life, call 911 instead. See how to report a crime anonymously. For non-emergency reports, Spiral Search lists 4 police stations and sheriff offices with non-emergency numbers (see the list).

When should I call 911, and when should I use a non-emergency number in Alachua County?

Call 911 for a fire, a crime in progress or any threat to life, including chest pain, signs of stroke, severe bleeding, trouble breathing or unconsciousness. Use a police or sheriff non-emergency number for reports where nobody is in danger. Voice calls are preferred; texting 911 is available only in some areas, so check before relying on it. Read when to call 911 and when to use a non-emergency number.

How many hospitals and health department offices are listed for Alachua County?

Spiral Search currently lists 6 hospitals (see the list) and 3 county health department locations (see the list) for Alachua County. This does not show wait times or which hospitals accept your insurance. In an emergency, call 911 or go to the nearest emergency department. Not sure whether it is an emergency? See the difference between look-alike conditions.

What should I do to prepare for a hurricane in Alachua County?

Know your evacuation zone at FloridaDisaster.org/Know, make a household plan, keep a seven-day supply kit, keep your gas tank at least half full during hurricane season (June 1 to November 30), and sign up for AlertFlorida. County-specific shelter and emergency information is at FloridaDisaster.org/counties. See our hurricane preparedness guide.

What if the office I need is not listed for Alachua County?

Try searching by ZIP code; results include nearby offices across county lines. Some services are handled by a neighboring county, a city, or a state agency, and not every location has been collected yet. Each listing links to its official source so you can confirm before you travel.

Is Spiral Search a government website, and how current is the Alachua County information?

No. Spiral Search is an independent directory and is not affiliated with any government agency. Listings come from official county, state and agency websites and were last verified October 2026. Hours, fees and addresses change, so always confirm with the official source linked on each listing.