Ruskin is located in Hillsborough County just south of Tampa between Tampa and Bradenton Beach along Hwy 41 near Tampa Bay and the Gulf of Mexico. Ruskin is part of the Tampa-St. Petersburg-Clearwater, Florida metro area.
Once considered "off the beaten track," Ruskin is now within easy commuting distance of several urban centers. As a result, Ruskin's rural character is giving way to a more diverse population which still finds sanctity in a quiet lifestyle.
Nearby fresh water lakes allow for boating, fishing, swimming, and water skiing in this community.