Assisted Living in Florida Statistics

Here are some key statistics and insights about assisted living facilities in Florida:

1. Number of Facilities: There are approximately 2,359 licensed assisted living communities in Florida, serving the state’s large senior population​
2. Occupancy Rates: The average occupancy rate for these facilities in Florida is 85%, slightly higher than the national average of 84.2%​
3. Common Resident Conditions:
   • 47% of residents have Alzheimer’s disease or dementia.
   • 45% have high blood pressure.
   • 30% suffer from heart disease.
   • 28% deal with depression​
4. Length of Stay: Most residents stay in assisted living for 2-3 years (40%), with shorter stays of less than a year for about 20% of residents​
5. Cost of Assisted Living:
   • The average monthly cost for assisted living in Florida is around $4,000 but varies by city.
     • Miami: $3,700/month
     • Tampa: $3,100/month
     • Orlando: $4,000/month
     • Jacksonville: $4,580/month
     • Tallahassee: $4,339/month​.
6. Projected Demand: With Florida’s senior population growing rapidly—adding about 250,000 residents annually—the demand for assisted living services is expected to increase significantly. By 2030, 57% of these new residents will be aged 60 and older​
7. Regulatory Environment: Facilities must adhere to evolving standards for staffing, training, emergency preparedness, and care customization​

For more information, you can explore these resources on assisted living in Florida:

• Regency HCS 2024 Statistics​
  Home | Regency
• Retirement Living Insights​
  Retirement Living

Genworth’s Cost of Care Survey provides detailed insights into the increasing costs of long-term care services. In 2023, the national median cost for assisted living rose by 1.4% from 2022, reaching $64,200 per year (approximately $5,350 per month)

This figure varies by state, with Mississippi being the least expensive at around $3,800 monthly, while the District of Columbia topped the list at $9,563 monthly

The cost increases in assisted living are largely driven by inflation and workforce shortages​

From 2021 to 2023, the cumulative rise in assisted living costs reached 18.9%​

For comparison, the survey also reported that:

• Home health aides had a national median annual cost of $75,500 (a 10% increase).
• A semi-private room in a skilled nursing facility averaged $104,000 annually, while a private room averaged $116,800​

These statistics highlight the importance of planning for long-term care expenses. For more information, you can explore the full Genworth Cost of Care Survey here​