12.7%
Poverty rate
16.9%
Child poverty rate
Historical data
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Compared to the United States
| Indicator | Florida | United States |
|---|---|---|
| Poverty rate | 12.7% | 11.5% |
National ranking
Florida ranks #2 of 3 states by poverty rate.
| #1 | California | 12% |
| #2 | Florida | 12.7% |
| #3 | Texas | 14% |
Overview
This page tracks poverty rate for Florida, part of our economy data. Poverty rate stands at 12.7%. Compared to the U.S. average, Florida reports 12.7% for poverty rate versus 11.5% nationally. Florida ranks #2 of 3 states by poverty rate.