Rank #3 by Population · Updated April 2026
Florida Population 2026
The population of Florida is 21,928,881 as of the 2023 American Community Survey, making it the 3rd-most populous state in the United States. The median household income is $71,711, the median home value is $325,000, and the median age is 42.6.
Florida's population has grown 3005.5% since 1910 (752,619 → 23,372,215).
21,928,881
Population
409
People / sq mi
$71,711
Median Income
42.6
Median Age
Florida covers 53,655 sq mi of land at a density of 408.7 people per square mile.
About Florida
Florida skews on age — the median resident is 42.6, older than the national median. Florida is a US state with a population of 21,928,881. It is the #3-largest of all US states nationally.
Median household income is $71,711, below the US median of $78,538. About 8.9% of residents live below the federal poverty level, below the national 12.4%. The typical home is valued at $325,000, with typical rent around $1,564.
Degree attainment is mid-range for US states: 33.2% of adults hold a four-year degree, below the national 35.0%. Remote work is close to the national 14.0% at 13.9%, and the average commute runs about 28 minutes each way.
The age structure shapes everything downstream in Florida — from housing demand to the mix of working-age earners reflected in the income figures above.
Florida, #3 by population
Florida Population History (1910-2024)
The state of Florida had a population of 752,619 in 1910 and 23,372,215 in 2024, a 31× growth over 114 years. The peak was 23,372,215 in 2024. Average annual growth rate: 2.81%.
23,372,215
Population (2024)
752,619
Population (1910)
23,372,215
Peak (2024)
2.81%
Avg Annual Growth
| Year | Population |
|---|---|
| 1910 | 752,619 |
| 1920 | 968,470 |
| 1930 | 1,468,211 |
| 1940 | 1,897,414 |
| 1950 | 2,771,305 |
| 1960 | 4,951,560 |
| 1970 | 6,789,443 |
| 1980 | 9,746,324 |
| 1990 | 12,937,926 |
| 2000 | 15,982,378 |
| 2010 | 18,801,310 |
| 2020 | 21,538,187 |
| 2020 | 21,592,035 |
| 2021 | 21,831,949 |
| 2022 | 22,379,312 |
| 2023 | 22,904,868 |
| 2024 | 23,372,215 |
Age Distribution
Male: 49.1% · Female: 50.9%
Race & Ethnicity
| White | 59.9% |
| Black or African American | 15.3% |
| Asian | 0.0% |
| American Indian & Alaska Native | 0.3% |
| Native Hawaiian & Pacific Islander | 0.1% |
| Two or More Races | 0.0% |
| Hispanic or Latino (any race) | 1.2% |
Economy & Income
$71,711
Median Household Income
$41,055
Per Capita Income
8.9%
Poverty Rate
2.8%
Unemployment Rate
$102,130
Mean Household Income
56.3%
Employment Rate
Cost of Living
Florida's overall price level is 103.4 on the BEA Regional Price Parity index (US average = 100), meaning prices are 3.4% higher the US average. Adjusting for cost of living, Florida's median household income of $71,711 has the buying power of $69,344 in average-priced areas.
103.4
Price Level (US = 100)
$69,344
COL-Adjusted Median Income
$71,711
Nominal Median Income
Education
89.6%
High School Graduate+
33.2%
Bachelor's Degree+
Births & Fertility
224,433
Live Births (2022)
10.2
Birth Rate (per 1,000)
53.8%
Births to Married Mothers
Births by Mother's Age
Births by Mother's Race
| White | 71.4% |
| Black or African American | 23.5% |
| Hispanic or Latino | 33.4% |
Housing
$325,000
Median Home Value
$1,564
Median Rent
10,082,356
Total Housing Units
67.3%
Owner-Occupied
32.7%
Renter-Occupied
15.2%
Vacant
Languages Spoken at Home
69.9% of Florida residents age 5+ speak only English at home. The most common non-English languages spoken at home in Florida:
| # | Language | Speakers | % of pop. 5+ |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Spanish | 1,962,878 | 9.43% |
| 2 | Haitian | 178,637 | 0.86% |
| 3 | Portuguese | 60,867 | 0.29% |
| 4 | Chinese (incl. Mandarin, Cantonese) | 39,950 | 0.19% |
| 5 | Vietnamese | 39,583 | 0.19% |
| 6 | Polish | 27,241 | 0.13% |
| 7 | French (incl. Cajun) | 22,485 | 0.11% |
| 8 | Arabic | 20,224 | 0.10% |
| 9 | Tagalog (incl. Filipino) | 18,260 | 0.09% |
| 10 | Italian | 10,445 | 0.05% |
Commute
1.2%
Drive Alone
1.4%
Carpool
13.9%
Work From Home
28.0 min
Avg Commute
Largest Cities in Florida
| # | City | Population |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Jacksonville | 961,739 |
| 2 | Miami | 446,663 |
| 3 | Tampa | 393,389 |
| 4 | Orlando | 311,732 |
| 5 | St. Petersburg | 260,646 |
| 6 | Hialeah | 221,901 |
| 7 | Port St. Lucie | 220,453 |
| 8 | Cape Coral | 206,387 |
| 9 | Tallahassee | 199,696 |
| 10 | Fort Lauderdale | 183,032 |
| 11 | Pembroke Pines | 170,557 |
| 12 | Hollywood | 152,935 |
| 13 | Gainesville | 143,611 |
| 14 | Miramar | 135,986 |
| 15 | Coral Springs | 133,962 |
| 16 | Lehigh Acres | 127,391 |
| 17 | Palm Bay | 125,273 |
| 18 | West Palm Beach | 119,508 |
| 19 | Spring Hill | 118,814 |
| 20 | Clearwater | 117,075 |
Counties in Florida
| # | County | Population | Median Income |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Miami-Dade County | 2,685,296 | $68,694 |
| 2 | Broward County | 1,946,127 | $74,534 |
| 3 | Palm Beach County | 1,507,453 | $81,115 |
| 4 | Hillsborough County | 1,489,634 | $75,011 |
| 5 | Orange County | 1,440,471 | $77,011 |
| 6 | Duval County | 1,007,189 | $68,447 |
| 7 | Pinellas County | 960,565 | $70,293 |
| 8 | Lee County | 792,692 | $73,099 |
| 9 | Polk County | 760,961 | $63,644 |
| 10 | Brevard County | 620,533 | $75,817 |
| 11 | Pasco County | 588,758 | $67,384 |
| 12 | Volusia County | 568,229 | $66,581 |
| 13 | Seminole County | 474,912 | $83,030 |
| 14 | Sarasota County | 449,011 | $80,633 |
| 15 | Manatee County | 416,020 | $75,792 |
| 16 | Osceola County | 406,943 | $68,711 |
| 17 | Lake County | 398,696 | $69,956 |
| 18 | Marion County | 387,697 | $58,535 |
| 19 | Collier County | 387,681 | $86,173 |
| 20 | St. Lucie County | 346,237 | $69,027 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Florida has a population of 21,928,881 according to the US Census Bureau's 2023 American Community Survey 5-year estimates, making it the 3rd-most populous state in the United States.
Florida is gaining population, with a +3005.5% change over the available historical Census record. Florida's population has grown 3005.5% since 1910 (752,619 → 23,372,215).
The median household income in Florida is $71,711, with a per capita income of $41,055. 8.9% of the population lives below the federal poverty level.
59.9% of Florida's population identifies as White (Census ACS 2023). 15.3% is Black or African American, 0.0% is Asian, and 1.2% is Hispanic or Latino (any race, counted separately under Census methodology).
Florida is 59.9% White, 15.3% Black or African American, 0.0% Asian, and 1.2% Hispanic or Latino (any race). Hispanic/Latino is counted as an ethnicity separate from race under Census methodology, so totals may exceed 100% in some breakdowns.
The median age in Florida is 42.6 years. The population is 49.1% male and 50.9% female.
Florida's population has grown 3005.5% since 1910 (752,619 → 23,372,215).
Across recent Census Population Estimates, West Virginia, Mississippi, Louisiana, and Illinois have shown the largest sustained population declines. Florida's own trend is gaining. National state-by-state rankings are published annually by the Census Population Estimates Program.
Demographic data from the American Community Survey (ACS) 5-Year estimates. Birth statistics from the CDC National Vital Statistics System via Data Commons. California does not report marital status on birth certificates. Percentages may not total 100% due to rounding.
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Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS, 2026.