As of March 2026, the most accurate current estimate for the population of Florida is approximately 24.3 million people.

According to the latest data and projections from the U.S. Census Bureau and the Florida Demographic Estimating Conference, the state’s growth continues to trend upward at an annual rate of about 1.9% to 2.0%.

Key Population Figures (2025–2026)

Growth Highlights
Rapid Expansion: Florida remains one of the fastest-growing states in the U.S., adding nearly 1,300 new residents per day on average through a combination of net domestic migration and international arrivals.
Concentrated Growth: Much of this increase is centered in the state’s largest metropolitan areas. For instance, Hillsborough County (Tampa) is currently estimated at approximately 1.63 million residents continuing its role as a major hub for new arrivals.
Future Projections: Based on current trends, Florida’s population is expected to surpass 25 million by early 2030.

Hillsborough, Pasco, & Pinellas as of March 2026
Tampa Bay Area Population Estimates (2026)

Regional Trends
Pasco Leads Growth: Pasco County is seeing the most significant surge in the region, driven by extensive new residential developments. It has grown by over 50% since 2010.
Hillsborough’s Density: While Hillsborough continues to grow at a steady clip, its numeric increase (adding roughly 24,000 residents annually) is among the highest in Florida.
Pinellas Stability: Pinellas remains the most densely populated county in Florida, but because it is largely “built-out,” its population growth has slowed significantly compared to its neighbors.

As of March 2026, here are the latest population and growth statistics for
Sarasota & Manatee Population Estimates (2026)

I was impressed with recent news, see below, regarding the state of retail in the US and especially Florida. Retail development of neighborhood, grocery anchored, projects are performing off the charts right now. We are blessed to be in the center of this industry with our current project list, retail partnerships, and geographical focus.

The current vacancy rate for neighborhood grocery-anchored shopping centers in Florida is generally very low, often falling well under the overall retail market vacancy rate.

Based on recent commercial real estate reports for various Florida markets (mostly spanning late 2024 to mid-2025):

• Necessity-based retail, particularly grocery-anchored and neighborhood centers, remains strong, with vacancy rates reported below 4% in most metros.
• Specific reports for sub-markets or property types indicate very tight conditions:
  • In the Miami market (Q3 2024), neighborhood centers maintained a very low 1.3% vacancy rate, with some submarkets reporting no vacancies in their neighborhood centers.
  • One national report noted that as of Q4 2024, the national grocery-anchored retail vacancy registered at 3.5%, which is a historical low. Given Florida’s generally strong retail market, its rate is likely at or below this national figure.

Overall, the data suggests that in Florida, neighborhood grocery-anchored centers are among the best-performing retail assets, characterized by a tight supply and high demand, keeping their vacancy rates in the low single digits (likely 1.5% to 3.5% range, depending on the specific metro area). (Gemini AI, 2025).

Trinity Lowe’s Home Improvement Center is now open.

Griffin, Georgia, Village MD set to open in the next few weeks.

The Trinity Lowe’s Home Improvement Center will be opening soon!

Completion nearing on Village MD location in Griffin, Georgia.

Dunphy Properties is pleased to announce that we have moved our offices and are now open in the Carrollwood area of Tampa!

We are excited to be underway with the re-development of the Shopper’s Haven Shopping Center in Pompano Beach, Florida.  The Publix store is under construction. Expected delivery Spring 2025.

Completion expected late summer 2023.

We are pleased to announce the opening of Publix and Publix Liquors at Livingston Marketplace in Lutz, Florida on Thursday November 17, 2022.

Dunphy Properties is pleased to announce that the inline spaces are fully leased at Livingston Marketplace! We look forward to having these wonderful tenants in the shopping center.

Dunphy Properties is pleased to announce two more tenants at Livingston Marketplace, a Publix-anchored shopping center in Lutz, Florida. We are excited to have Papa John’s and 40 Thieves Irish Pub in our center. Only one inline space still available!

The Market at Mirada shopping center in San Antonio, Florida is now fully leased!

Parking lot paving and exterior paint and stone are being added to the buildings at Livingston Marketplace.

Dunphy Properties is pleased to announce the two newest tenants at Livingston Marketplace, a Publix-anchored shopping center in Lutz, Florida. We are excited to have IV Harmony Clinic and Prime Barbers in our center!

Sidewalks have been poured, terrazzo flooring is done in the buildings and the jack and bore for the utilities is almost done at Livingston Marketplace, a Publix-anchored shopping center in Lutz, FL.

The site work continues at Livingston Marketplace while terrazzo floors are to be laid in the buildings next week! Projected for completion Q3 2022.

Heartland Dental is coming together at Livingston Marketplace, a Publix-anchored shopping center in Lutz, FL.

Livingston Marketplace is well underway with block and masonry now complete. Roof insulation on Publix #1821 is nearly finished and our contractors continue to make way with the on-site utilities. The Project is projected for completion Q3 2022!