Living in Florida

#4 in population growth

Should you move to Florida?

Florida, the Sunshine State, is known for its vibrant cities, stunning beaches, and an array of outdoor activities. Offering warm weather year-round and a rich cultural blend, Florida presents a lifestyle that’s as diverse as its population.

Florida’s economy is one of the largest in the U.S., with key sectors including tourism, agriculture, aerospace and defense, and healthcare. The state is home to numerous Fortune 500 companies, and Miami serves as the gateway to Latin America for trade and international business and became a new tech hub for startups.

Living in Florida is all about embracing the outdoors and cultural diversity. You can enjoy the beautiful beaches of the Florida Keys, explore the wilderness of the Everglades, visit the world-renowned theme parks in Orlando, or soak in the vibrant nightlife of Miami. Plus, Florida is a sports lover’s paradise, with numerous professional teams across all major sports.

Florida also offers strong educational opportunities, with top-rated institutions such as the University of Florida and Florida State University. And for space enthusiasts, the Kennedy Space Center and SpaceX launches from Cape Canaveral are always thrilling.

So, if you’re seeking a state with a robust economy, abundant recreational activities, a commitment to quality education, and no state income tax, Florida could be your next destination. Just remember, hurricane season runs from June to November!

#3 in population

Population

22,244,823

National Avg 6,652,315

#43 in population

Population Per Square Mile

401

National Avg 206.5 persons/square mile

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How Does Florida Score?

C
Home Affordability
C
Cost of Living
A
Diversity

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Metropolitans

Living in Florida

Climate

How Does Florida Compare?

#10
in Sunny Days
#4
in Annual Rainfall
#16
in Daytime Humidity

Healthcare

#36

How Does Florida Compare?

#36
in Healthcare
#32
in Available Beds
#32
in Doctors Per Resident

3

Children's Hospitals

7

VA Medical Centers

49

VA Clinics

Florida Marijuana Laws

Cost of Living

#29

How Does Florida Compare?

#29
in Cost of Living
#24
in Minimum Hourly Wage
#29
in Living Wage

Florida State Taxes

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Education in Florida

#25

Florida School Districts

8th Grade Proficiency (2022)

Ranked #31 in Mathematics

Basic Proficiency

58%

Proficient or Above

23%

Ranked #18 in Reading

Basic Proficiency

69%

Proficient or Above

29%

Education Attainment

High School Degree
89%
Bachelors Degree
31.5%

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Places (Cities & Towns)

Get to Know Florida

State Capital

Tallahassee

Area Codes

239, 305, 321, 352, 386, 407, 448, 561, 656, 689, 727, 754, 772, 786, 813, 850, 863, 904, 927, 941, 954

Time Zone

Eastern Time Zone, Central Time Zone

Number of Counties

67

Land Area (square miles)

53,652

Motto

In God We Trust

State Bird

Mockingbird

Housing

#29
#29 in home affordability

Median Home Value

$294,900

National $440,300

#41 in rent affordability

Median Rent

$1,301

National $1,702

Average Homeownership cost

$540

Taxes, Insurance, Utilities, HOA (no mortgage)

Total Households

8,157,420

Persons Per Household

2.57

Rent vs Own

Own 66.5%
Rent 33.5%

Economy

#37 in household income

Median Household Income

61,777

National $70,784

#44 in labor participation
% in Labor Force
59%
Poverty Rate
13.1%

Industries by Revenue

in $1,000s

Health & Social Assistance Revenue

$155,283,578

Accomodations & Food Revenue

$67,950,386

Transportation & Warehousing Revenue

$68,145,959

Per Capita Retail Sales

15,881

Counties

Diversity

#9
White alone
76.8%
Black or African American alone
17%
American Indian and Alaska Native alone
0.5%
Asian alone
3.1%
Native Hawaiian and Other Pacific Islander alone
0.1%
Two or More Races
2.4%
Hispanic or Latino
27.1%
White alone, not Hispanic or Latino
52.3%

Foreign Born Persons

21%

Veterans

1389309

Persons Under 5 years
5%
Persons Under 18 years
19.3%
Persons 65 years and over
21.6%

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