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Moving To Florida

A complete guide of the state from healthcare to diversity

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!

State Capital

Tallahassee

Area Code(s)

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

Land Area (sq mi)

53,652

State Bird

Mockingbird

Motto

In God We Trust

State Flag

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How Does Florida Rank?

A
Diversity
C
Cost of Living
C
Home Affordability

Who Lives in Florida?

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Total Population

National Avg 6,652,315

Population Density

401 per sq mi

National Avg 206.5 persons/square mile

How does Florida compare?

A
Diversity Grade
White alone
52.3%
Black or African American
17%
American Indian and Alaska Native
0.5%
Asian
3.1%
Native Hawaiian and Other Pacific Islander
0.1%
Hispanic or Latino
27.1%

Foreign Born Persons

21%

Veterans

1389309

Under 5 years
5%
Under 18 years
19.3%
Over 65 years
21.6%

Florida Climate

How’s the weather?

How Does Florida Compare?

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

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Healthcare in Florida

How are the hospitals and care?

Major Hospitals

182

Residents Per Bed

370

Residents Per Physician

364.0

How Does Florida Compare?

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

Florida Metropolitans

Florida

Miami-Fort Lauderdale-Pompano Beach

Florida

Tampa-St. Petersburg-Clearwater

Florida

Orlando-Kissimmee-Sanford

Florida

Port St. Lucie

Florida

Jacksonville

Florida

North Port-Sarasota-Bradenton

Florida

Cape Coral-Fort Myers

Florida

Lakeland-Winter Haven

Florida Cost of Living

How Does Florida Compare?

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

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Florida State Taxes

Housing in Florida

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Total Households

8,157,420

Own vs. Rent

Own 66.5%
Rent 33.5%

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Median Home Value

294,900

National $440,300

Median Rent

$1,301

National $1,702

Average Homeownership cost

$540

Taxes, Insurance, Utilities, HOA (no mortgage)

Persons Per Household

2.57

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Florida Schools

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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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Florida Cities & Towns

Florida Economy

The industries, jobs, and economics of the zip code

Median Household Income

$61,777

US Average $74,580

How does Florida compare?

In Labor Force

59%

Poverty rate

13.1%

Private Employers

616,961

Total Employees

8,877,389

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