Population of Florida, USA: 21.78 Million (July 2022)

According to the U.S. Census Bureau, Florida's population was 21,781,082 as of July 1, 2022 — making it the 3rd most populous state after California (39M) and Texas (30M).

Key Demographics

• Growth: +4.3% since 2020 Census (20,890,840); +14.6% since 2010 (18.8M).
• Drivers: Domestic migration (highest net inflow in US), international immigration, natural increase.
• Density: 409/sq mi (8th highest).
• Major Metros: Miami-Fort Lauderdale (6.1M), Tampa-St. Pete (3.2M), Orlando (2.7M), Jacksonville (1.7M).
• Age: Median 42.7 (5th oldest); 21% 65+.
• Diversity: 53% White non-Hispanic, 27% Hispanic, 17% Black, 3% Asian.

Implications

• Gained 1 House seat (28 total) after 2020 Census.
• Infrastructure strain: housing, water, transport, schools, insurance market.
• Political battleground: closely divided electorate.

Source: U.S. Census Bureau, Population Estimates Program (Vintage 2022).