Florida is a state in the Southeast region of the United States, known for the Everglades, white-sand beaches, and tropical keys. It has a population of 23,839,600, making it the 3rd most populated state in the country. The capital city is Tallahassee. Florida has a tourism-driven economy with aerospace and agricultural sectors.
Data after 2023 is projected based on recent change
The racial composition of Florida includes 59.91% White, 15.34% Black or African American, 5.58% other race, and smaller percentages for Asian, Native American, Native Hawaiian or Pacific Islander and multiracial populations.
White
Two or more races
Black or African American
Other race
Asian
Native American
Native Hawaiian or Pacific Islander
Race | Population | Percentage (of total) |
|---|---|---|
| White | 13,136,720 | 59.91% |
| Two or more races | 3,497,789 | 15.95% |
| Black or African American | 3,363,768 | 15.34% |
| Other race | 1,222,570 | 5.58% |
| Asian | 628,137 | 2.86% |
| Native American | 66,779 | 0.3% |
| Native Hawaiian or Pacific Islander | 13,136 | 0.06% |
Married
Widowed
Divorced
Separated
Never Married
Florida's average per capita income is $45,117. Household income levels show a median of $71,711. The poverty rate stands at 12.62%.
Name | Median | Mean |
|---|---|---|
| Married Families | $101,975 | $136,871 |
| Families | $86,127 | $118,620 |
| Households | $71,711 | $102,130 |
| Non Families | $45,261 | $66,724 |
Average Income
Median Household Income
Poverty Rate
Florida’s population growth shows dramatic regional variations, with coastal and central counties experiencing the strongest increases. While Miami-Dade County remains the most populous with 2.7 million residents, the fastest growth is occurring in counties like St. Johns County and St. Lucie County, which have grown by 24.9% and 21.6% respectively since 2020. Central Florida continues its rapid expansion, with Osceola County growing 19.7% and Lake County increasing by 17.4%. However, some areas show population losses, notably Monroe County declining by 5.1% and Calhoun County dropping by 1.7%.