Best Places to Live in Florida (2026) (2026)

Jacksonville is the #1 ranked city in Florida with 62.50 (livability score). This ranking includes 2 Florida cities with available data.

#1
Jacksonville
62.50
Pop. 961,739
#2
Tampa
37.50
Pop. 393,389
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All 2 Cities Ranked

Source: Multiple Sources
#CityPopulationLivability Score
1Jacksonville961,73962.50
2Tampa393,38937.50

Methodology

Cities in Florida are ranked by livability score. Only cities with populations above 1,000 are included. Data sourced from Multiple Sources. Last updated 2026.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the #1 best places to live in florida (2026)?
Jacksonville ranks #1 with 62.50 (livability score).
What are the top 5 best places to live in florida (2026)?
1. Jacksonville (62.50), 2. Tampa (37.50)
How many cities in Florida are ranked?
This ranking includes 2 cities in Florida with available data.

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