Florida Cities & Population

Where did Florida rank among states by estimated population in July 2025?

• Sixth
• Third
• Tenth
• First

Can Florida’s total population increase while one city loses residents?

• Only if the state borders Canada
• No, every city must gain equally
• Yes, growth elsewhere can exceed the city’s decline
• Only when no births occur

Which Florida city had especially strong growth between the 2020 estimates base and July 2025?

• Port St. Lucie
• St. Augustine
• Key West
• Pensacola

Which description fits the Miami-Fort Lauderdale-West Palm Beach area?

• A national park without residents
• A single incorporated city
• A metropolitan region spanning multiple cities and counties
• One rural county only

Why is Miami metropolitan population not the same as Miami city’s population?

• The city has no permanent residents
• The metro area includes surrounding municipalities and counties
• The city includes all of Florida
• Metro figures only count tourists

To calculate a reliable Florida growth rate, which information is essential?

• Only the length of the shoreline
• Population values at clearly defined start and end dates
• Only the name of its capital
• The number of state parks

Which three components help explain a change in Florida’s population?

• Ports, airports and roads
• Births, deaths and migration
• Tourists, theme parks and hotels
• Mountains, deserts and glaciers

How many people did the 2010 U.S. Census count in Florida?

• 18,801,310
• 21,538,187
• 15,000,000
• 23,462,518

What population did the 2020 Census count for Florida?

• 30,000,000
• 23,462,518
• 21,538,187
• 18,801,310

Which figure is Florida’s July 1, 2025 population estimate?

• 23,462,518
• 25,999,999
• 21,538,187
• 18,801,310