The Ormond Beach Business Park and Airpark are being developed by the City itself which is committed to attracting business and industry. The City of Ormond Beach has created an environment that is a catalyst for successful business operations. The residents are primarily retirees living in single family homes or condominiums, thus dramatically influencing the economic well-being of the area. In addition, the service-related businesses are primary employers in the community which helps to stabilize the economic base. The town is best known for the ferns grown and exported worldwide for use in floral arrangements and other decorations.
Agriculture is the main- stay of employment.
Many of the residents trace their lineage directly to the town's founders. Pierson is located on U.S. 17 in northwest Volusia County and is the northern most incorporated town in the County. The Ponce DeLeon Lighthouse , constructed more than 100 years ago, remained in service until 1970. Since restoration as an historic monument and museum, the light- house still marks the entrance to the inland waterways through Ponce Inlet. Several marinas are located in Ponce Inlet, which is considered one of the area's prime fishing spots.