Florida
The Sunshine State features extensive coastlines, diverse ecosystems, and is a tourism hotspot. Known for theme parks, beaches, and large retirement communities.
Capital: Tallahassee
Population: 22.24 million
Electoral Votes: 30
Governor: Ron DeSantis (Republican)
Largest City: Jacksonville
State Website: myflorida.com
Next Election: November 3, 2026
State Information
Joined The Union: 3/3/1845
Minimum Wage: $14.00
Motto: “In God We Trust”
Nickname: The Sunshine State
Legislature: Bicameral
Age & Gender
Average Age: 42.5 years
Male: 48.9%
Female: 51.1%
Economic Data
Average Income: $59,734
Income Rank: 27
Poverty Rate: 12.7%
Annual Budget: $102 billion
Largest Private Employer: Walmart
Housing & Property
Average Home Price: $369,900
Average Rent: $1,892
Property Tax Rate: 0.89%
Home Owners: 66.2%
Renters: 33.8%
Education Levels
High School Diploma: 88%
Some College: 30.7%
Bachelor’s Degree: {bachelor’sdegree[1]}%
Graduate Degree: 10.6%
Education Ranking: 29
Health & Safety
Health Ranking: 36
Crime Rate: 383.6 per 100k
Population Density: 400.5 per sq mi
