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Plan: Florida PYs 2024-2027
Combined Plan C

Section: Senior Community Service Employment Program

Narrative: c. 7.

Published
Located in:

c. 7. A description of the steps taken to avoid disruptions to the greatest extent possible, when positions are redistributed, as provided in 20 CFR 641.365; when new Census or other reliable data become available; or when there is over-enrollment for any other reason. (20 CFR 641.325(i), 641.302(b))

Current Narrative:

It is understood that program changes are inevitable and when implemented at the federal or state level, proactive steps should be taken to ensure that program participants are not negatively impacted. Participants are given both verbal and written notifications regarding what these changes mean along with steps that must be taken to avoid service interruption. Primary consideration is given to participants and working closely with them on administrative decisions. Unsubsidized employment is the optimum method for avoiding disruptions to participants enrolled in the program and this policy is applied to the greatest extent possible. It is not anticipated that participants will be terminated for purposes of moving positions to coincide with Census data; rather, increased efforts will be made to assist participants through other local SCSEP sponsors or to aggressively work with participants to secure unsubsidized employment.

The following steps will be taken to comply with the requirement to avoid disruption of services to SCSEP participants:

  • Service gaps will be addressed through attrition, which could be through unsubsidized employment, self-withdrawal from the program, illness, or death.
  • Participants will not be arbitrarily terminated from the program to address a decrease in county or state-authorized positions.

IV. Charts and Tables
Section I.A

Figure 7.20
Fastest Growing Occupations in Florida (Minimum 4,000 Jobs in 2022)

CodeOccupation2022 Employment2030 Employment2022-2030 Level Change2022-2030 Percent ChangeTotal Job Openings
29-1171 Nurse Practitioners 14,477 21,699 7,222 49.9% 14,778 
15-1212 Information Security Analysts 8,469 11,271 2,802 33.1% 8,383 
29-1071 Physician Assistants 8,066 10,639 2,573 31.9% 6,692 
31-2021 Physical Therapist Assistants 7,909 10,052 2,143 27.1% 10,642 
39-3011 Gaming Dealers 4,802 6,076 1,274 26.5% 7,559 
25-1071 Health Specialties Teachers, Postsecondary 11,611 14,614 3,003 25.9% 12,597 
25-1072 Nursing Instructors and Teachers, Postsecondary 4,634 5,792 1,158 25.0% 4,972 
29-2056 Veterinary Technologists and Technicians 11,022 13,752 2,730 24.8% 9,693 
31-9096 Veterinary Assistants and Laboratory Animal Caretakers 6,097 7,600 1,503 24.7% 10,240 
29-1126 Respiratory Therapists 8,993 11,172 2,179 24.2% 5,939 
29-1131 Veterinarians 5,472 6,791 1,319 24.1% 2,862 
35-2014 Cooks, Restaurant 118,986 147,046 28,060 23.6% 181,763 
15-2031 Operations Research Analysts 6,159 7,597 1,438 23.3% 5,020 
13-1161 Market Research Analysts and Marketing Specialists 50,961 62,078 11,117 21.8% 54,882 
39-2021 Nonfarm Animal Caretakers 20,116 24,335 4,219 21.0% 30,388 
29-1127 Speech-Language Pathologists 9,458 11,433 1,975 20.9% 6,914 
53-2031 Flight Attendants 11,785 14,202 2,417 20.5% 15,137 
27-4011 Audio and Video Equipment Technicians 7,561 9,069 1,508 19.9% 8,107 
39-5092 Manicurists and Pedicurists 5,721 6,857 1,136 19.9% 6,354 
29-2032 Diagnostic Medical Sonographers 6,032 7,215 1,183 19.6% 4,906 

Source: Florida Department of Commerce, Bureau of Workforce Statistics and Economic Research, Occupational and Industry Employment Projections 2022-2030. 

Figure 7.21
Occupations Projected to Gain the Most New Jobs in Florida

CodeOccupation2022 Employment2030 Employment2022-2030 Level Change2022-2030 Percent ChangeTotal Job Openings
35-3023 Fast Food and Counter Workers 241,499 273,660 32,161 13.3% 449,810 
35-2014 Cooks, Restaurant 118,986 147,046 28,060 23.6% 181,763 
29-1141 Registered Nurses 193,041 216,636 23,595 12.2% 108.546 
53-7062 Laborers and Freight, Stock, and Material Movers, Hand 162,499 179,705 17,206 10.6% 196,206 
11-1021 General and Operations Managers 154,799 171,598 16,799 10.9% 123,818 
35-3031 Waiters and Waitresses 198,790 215,329 16,539 8.3% 335,957 
15-1256 Software Developers and Software Quality Assurance Analysts 88,048 102,969 14,921 16.9% 70,110 
37-3011 Landscaping and Groundskeeping Workers 114,705 128,285 13,580 11.8% 138,730 
49-9071 Maintenance and Repair Workers, General 113,117 126,159 13,042 11.5% 102,607 
53-7065 Stockers and Order Fillers 163,034 175,557 12,523 7.7% 221,718 
31-9092 Medical Assistants 61,744 73,315 11,571 18.7% 74,109 
47-2061 Construction Laborers 103,458 115,018 11,560 11.2% 96,408 
37-2011 Janitors and Cleaners, Except Maids and Housekeeping Cleaner 121,314 132,478 11,164 9.2% 145,674 
13-1161 Marketing Research Analysts and Marketing Specialists 50,961 62,078 11,117 21.8% 54,882 
31-1131 Nursing Assistants 82,332 93,026 10,694 13.0% 95,315 
13-1111 Management Analysts 69,989 80,337 10,348 14.8% 64,285 
41-3091 Sales Representatives of Services, Except Advertising, Insurance, Financial Services, and Travel 87,527 97,737 10,210 11.7% 93,979 
13-2011 Accountants and Auditors 87,627 97,677 10,050 11.5% 74,618 
41-2031 Retail Salespersons 312,884 322,743 9,859 3.2% 362,022 
13-1198 Project Management Specialists and Business Operations Specialists, All Other 124,918 134,771 9,853 7.89% 84,883 

Source: Florida Department of Commerce, Bureau of Workforce Statistics and Economic Research, Occupational and Industry Employment Projections 2022-2030. 

Section I.B.

Figure 7.22
State Occupational Employment and Wage Estimates

Occupation Overview

OccupationMedian Hourly PayEmploymentDescriptionTraining 
Personal Care Aide$16.143,240Also called homemakers, caregivers, companions, and personal attendants—provide clients with companionship and help with daily tasks. They are often hired in addition to healthcare or social workers who may visit a client’s home, such as hospice workers. Personal care aides perform tasks that are like those of home health aides. However, personal care aides cannot provide any type of medical service, whereas home health aides may provide basic medical services.Usually, formal education is not required. However, employers may prefer personal care aides to have a high school diploma or the equivalent. They are typically trained on the job by registered nurses, their direct employer, or another personal care aide.
Customer Service Representative$17.62250,410Acts as the liaison between customers and the company. They answer customer questions, resolve customer complaints, and address emergency issues.Customer service representatives typically need a high school diploma or equivalent and receive on-the-job training to learn the specific skills needed for the job. They should be good at communicating and interacting with people and have some experience using computers.
Receptionist and Information Clerks $15.5971,810Perform administrative support tasks such as proofreading, transcribing handwritten information, or operating calculators or computers to work with pay records, invoices, balance sheets, or other documents. Transmit information or documents to customers using computer, mail, or facsimile machine.An individual may not need any formal qualifications to start work as a receptionist, although some employers will prefer, they have basic skills such as the ability to use the internet and email.

Figure 7.23
Occupation Overview

OccupationMedian Hourly PayEmploymentDescriptionTraining 
Billing and Posting Clerks $20.5826,380Billing and posting clerks compile, compute, and record billing, accounting, statistical, and other numerical data for billing purposes. Prepare billing invoices for services rendered or for delivery or shipment of goods.Billing clerk positions require at least a high school diploma or equivalent. Many employers will train new hires on the job if they show an aptitude for numbers and possess strong organizational skills. 
Home Health Aides$14.5169,050Monitor patient condition by observing physical and mental condition, intake and output, and exercise. Support patients by providing housekeeping and laundry services; shopping for food and other household requirements; preparing and serving meals and snacks; running errands.Certification. Home health aides may look to the National Association for Home Care & Hospice (NAHC) to become certified. To earn their credentials, applicants must complete 75 hours of training, demonstrate their skills, and pass a written examination.
Medical Secretary$18.51 

69,250
Type correspondence and reports, maintain files, pay vendors, handle insurance forms, and bill patients. Medical secretaries interact with the public throughout the day, taking phone calls, scheduling appointments, and greeting patients.Medical secretaries need a minimum of a certificate or an associate degree from a vocational school or community college. Certificate programs usually take less than a year and qualify individuals for an entry-level job. Typical classes include communications, business math, medical procedures, and medical computer programs.

Source: Florida - May 2022 OEWS State Occupational Employment and Wage Estimates (bls.gov)

Section I.C.

Figure 7.24
Popular Industries for Employment by Age

StateIndustry CodeIndustryGenderAge GroupYearQuarterEmployedAverage Earnings Monthly
Florida22Utilities All Sexes55-64202236197$21.52
Florida44-45Retail Trade All Sexes55-6420223180183$14.71
Florida23 ConstructionAll Sexes55-6420223115896$24.31
Florida54 Professional, Scientific, and Technical SupportAll Sexes55-6420223129646$46.97
Florida92Public AdministrationAll Sexes55-642022381932$19.67
Florida62Health Care and Social AssistanceAll Sexes55-6420223239315$28.98
Florida22Utilities All Sexes65-99202231459$21.52
Florida44-45Retail Trade All Sexes65-992022350255$14.71
Florida23 ConstructionAll Sexes65-992022394674$24.31
Florida54 Professional, Scientific, and Technical SupportAll Sexes65-992022357146$46.97
Florida92Public AdministrationAll Sexes65-992022329168$19.67
Florida62Health Care and Social AssistanceAll Sexes65-992022394953$28.98
Florida22Utilities All Sexes55-64202246246$21.52
Florida44-45Retail Trade All Sexes55-6420224183496$14.71
Florida23 ConstructionAll Sexes55-6420224116277$24.31
Florida54 Professional, Scientific, and Technical SupportAll Sexes55-6420224129559$46.97
Florida92Public AdministrationAll Sexes55-642022480866$19.67
Florida62Health Care and Social AssistanceAll Sexes55-6420224240175$28.98
Florida22Utilities Florida65-99202241498$21.52
Florida44-45Retail Trade Florida65-992022499269$14.71
Florida23 ConstructionFlorida65-992022451878$24.31
Florida54 Professional, Scientific, and Technical SupportFlorida65-992022458600$46.97
Florida92Public AdministrationFlorida65-992022426326$19.67
Florida62Health Care and Social AssistanceFlorida65-992022497255$28.98

U.S. Census Bureau, Local Employment Dynamics, Quarterly Workforce Indicators, 2022 QWIhttps://ledextract.ces.census.gov/static/data.html

Section II.D.

Figure 7.25
Community Service Needs

Community Services NeededPlaces Where These Services are Most Needed
Office SupportSCSEP Office
One Stop Career Centers
Councils on Aging
State and Local Governments Police Departments
Community and Social ServicesCommunity Action Agencies
American Red Cross
Association of Retarded Citizens
Boys and Girls Clubs
Authority
Goodwill
Habitat for Humanity
Community Centers
Salvation Army
Senior Centers
United Way
Humane Society
Nutrition Centers
Catholic Charities
Urban League
Health CareHealth Care Centers
Community Health Agencies
Home Care Centers
Education, Training and LibraryDay Care Centers
Public Libraries
Public Schools

Figure 7.26
Occupational Skills

Occupation TitleJob SummaryEducation Requirements
Office and Administrative Support OccupationsSecretaries and Administrative Assistants; Receptionists; Postal Service Workers; Police, Fire, and Ambulance Dispatchers; Material Recording Clerks; General Office Clerks; Financial Clerks; Customer Service Representatives; Bill and Account CollectorsHigh School Diploma or Equivalent
 Bookkeeping; Accounting; and Auditing ClerksSome College, No Degree
 Desktop PublisherAssociate Degree
Sales and Related OccupationsCashier, Retail Sales WorkersNo Formal Educational Credentials
 Advertising Sales Agents; Insurance Sales; Real Estate Brokers and Agents; Travel AgentsHigh School Diploma or Equivalent
 Wholesale and Manufacturing Sales RepresentativeHigh School Diploma or Equivalent
Food Preparation and Serving Related OccupationsChefs and Head CooksOther
 Bartenders; Cooks; Food and Beverage Serving and Related Workers; Food Preparation; ServersNo Formal Education Credentials
Transportation and Material Moving OccupationsHand Laborers and Material Movers; Taxi; Ride Sharing and ChaufferNo Formal Education Credentials
 Bus Drivers; Delivery Truck Drivers and Driver/Sales Workers; Flight Attendants; Railroad WorkersHigh School Diploma or Equivalent
 Heavy and Tractor Trailer Truck DriversPostsecondary Nondegree Award
Healthcare Practitioners and Technical OccupationsHome Health Aides and Personal Care Aides; Opticians; Pharmacy Technicians; Veterinary Assistants and Laboratory Animal CaretakersHigh School Diploma or Equivalent
 Dental Assistants; EMTs and Paramedics; Licensed Practical and Licensed Vocational Nurses; Massage Therapists; Medical Assistants; Medical Records and Health Information Technicians; Phlebotomists; Surgical TechnologistsPostsecondary Nondegree Award
 Diagnostic Medical Sonographers, Cardiovascular Technologists, and Technicians. This includes Vascular Technologists; Nuclear Medicine Technologists; Radiation Therapists; Radiologic and MRI Technologists; Respiratory Therapists; and Veterinary Technologists and TechniciansAssociate Degree
Education and Training OccupationsTeacher AssistantsSome College, No Degree
 Preschool TeachersAssociate Degree
Management OccupationsFarmers, Ranchers, and Other Agricultural Managers; Food Service Managers; Lodging Managers; Property, Real Estate, and Community Association ManagersHigh School Diploma or Equivalent
Construction and Extraction OccupationsDrywall and Ceiling Tile Installers and Tapers; Flooring Installers and Tile and Marble Setters; Painters; Construction and Maintenance; RoofersNo Formal Education Credentials
 Boilermakers; Carpenters; Construction and Building Inspectors; Construction Equipment Operators; ElectriciansHigh School Diploma or Equivalent
Installation, Maintenance, and Repair OccupationsAutomotive Body and Glass Repairers; Diesel Service Technicians and Mechanics; General Maintenance and Repair Workers; Heavy Vehicle and Mobile Equipment Service Technicians; Industrial Machinery Mechanics; Machinery Maintenance Workers, and Millwrights; Line Installers and Repairers; Telecommunications Equipment Installers and RepairersPostsecondary Nondegree Award
 Automotive Service Technicians and Mechanics; Heating, Air Conditioning, and Refrigeration Mechanics and Installers

Medical Equipment Repairers
Associate degree
Retail Sales and Related OccupationsCashiers; Retail Sales Workers; Advertising Sales Agents; Insurance Sales; Real Estate Brokers and Agents; Travel AgentsNo Formal Education Credentials
  High School Diploma or Equivalent

Basic Skills Possessed by Eligible Individuals
Interpersonal Communication; Verbal and Written Communication; Math Literacy; Time Management; Product Knowledge; Telephone Etiquette; Customer Service; Dispute Resolution; Basic Computer Knowledge; Attention to Detail; Basic Computer Knowledge; Time Management; Resourcefulness; Detail-Oriented; Efficient; Flexible; Special License or Certification

Section III.A

Figure 7.27
Unemployment Rates by County

County Name/State AbbreviationMonth/YearUnemployment Rate (%)
Alachua County, FLSeptember 20233.1%
Baker County, FLSeptember 20233.0%
Bay County, FLSeptember 20232.8%
Bradford County, FLSeptember 20233.2%
Brevard County, FLSeptember 20233.2%
Broward County, FLSeptember 20233.0%
Calhoun County, FLSeptember 20233.5%
Charlotte County, FLSeptember 20233.8%
Citrus County, FLSeptember 20234.8%
Clay County, FLSeptember 20232.9%
Collier County, FLSeptember 20233.3%
Columbia County, FLSeptember 20233.5%
DeSoto County, FLSeptember 20233.6%
Dixie County, FLSeptember 20234.3%
Duval County, FLSeptember 20233.1%
Escambia County, FLSeptember 20233.2%
Flagler County, FLSeptember 20234.0%
Franklin County, FLSeptember 20232.9%
Gadsden County, FLSeptember 20233.8%
Gilchrist County, FLSeptember 20233.5%
Glades County, FLSeptember 20234.0%
Gulf County, FLSeptember 20232.9%
Hamilton County, FLSeptember 20235.1%
Hardee County, FLSeptember 20234.6%
Hendry County, FLSeptember 20235.6%
Hernando County, FLSeptember 20234.1%
Highlands County, FLSeptember 20234.7%
Hillsborough County, FLSeptember 20233.1%
Holmes County, FLSeptember 20233.4%
Indian River County, FLSeptember 20234.0%
Jackson County, FLSeptember 20233.7%
Jefferson County, FLSeptember 20233.3%
Lafayette County, FLSeptember 20233.8%
Lake County, FLSeptember 20233.3%
Lee County, FLSeptember 20233.2%
Leon County, FLSeptember 20233.0%
Levy County, FLSeptember 20233.9%
Liberty County, FLSeptember 20233.4%
Madison County, FLSeptember 20233.8%
Manatee County, FLSeptember 20233.4%
Marion County, FLSeptember 20233.9%
Martin County, FLSeptember 20233.2%
Miami-Dade County, FLSeptember 20231.5%
Monroe County, FLSeptember 20232.0%
Nassau County, FLSeptember 20233.0%
Okaloosa County, FLSeptember 20232.7%
Okeechobee County, FLSeptember 20233.5%
Orange County, FLSeptember 20233.0%
Osceola County, FLSeptember 20233.4%
Palm Beach County, FLSeptember 20233.3%
Pasco County, FLSeptember 20233.5%
Pinellas County, FLSeptember 20233.0%
Polk County, FLSeptember 20233.8%
Putnam County, FLSeptember 20234.1%
Santa Rosa County, FLSeptember 20233.0%
Sarasota County, FLSeptember 20233.4%
Seminole County, FLSeptember 20232.9%
St. Johns County, FLSeptember 20232.7%
St. Lucie County, FLSeptember 20233.7%
Sumter County, FLSeptember 20234.8%
Suwannee County, FLSeptember 20233.7%
Taylor County, FLSeptember 20233.9%
Union County, FLSeptember 20233.0%
Volusia County, FLSeptember 20233.4%
Wakulla County, FLSeptember 20232.8%
Walton County, FLSeptember 20233.0%
Washington County, FLSeptember 20233.5%

https://www.bls.gov/lau/

Figure 7.28
County Positions Authorized for State of Florida SCSEP Grant

Program Year 2021 Program Year 2022 Program Year 2023 
Alachua                                      17Alachua                                      17Alachua                                      17
Broward                                     28Broward                                     28Broward                                     28
Charlotte                                     28Charlotte                                     28Charlotte                                     28
Citrus                                            5Citrus                                            5Citrus                                            5
Clay                                              6Clay                                              6Clay                                              6
Collier                                        34Collier                                        34Collier                                        34
DeSoto                                         5DeSoto                                         5DeSoto                                         5
Duval                                           8Duval                                           8Duval                                           8
Flagler                                          8Flagler                                          8Flagler                                          8
Hardee                                          2Hardee                                          2Hardee                                          3
Hernando                                     5Hernando                                     5Hernando                                     5
Highlands                                    6Highlands                                    6Highlands                                    6
Hillsborough                              49Hillsborough                              48Hillsborough                              48
Indian River4Indian River4Indian River4
Lee27Lee27Lee27
Leon8Leon8Leon8
Levy4Levy4Levy4
Manatee13Manatee13Manatee13
Marion5Marion5Marion5
Martin7Martin7Martin7
Miami-Dade60Miami-Dade59Miami-Dade59
Okeechobee3Okeechobee3Okeechobee3
Orange18Orange18Orange18
Osceola10Osceola10Osceola10
Palm Beach37Palm Beach36Palm Beach36
Pinellas14Pinellas14Pinellas14
Polk9Polk9Polk9
St. Johns4St. Johns5St. Johns5
St. Lucie15St. Lucie15St. Lucie15
Sarasota4Sarasota4Sarasota4
Seminole21Seminole21Seminole21
Sumter7Sumter7Sumter7
Taylor2Taylor2Taylor2
Volusia14Volusia14Volusia14
TOTAL488TOTAL485TOTAL486

SCSEP GPMS

Section III.C.

Figure 7.29
Authorized Position Redistribution by County 2022

CountyState Authorized Positions Per CountyCounty Position Redistribution
Alachua17-7
Broward28-3
Charlotte28-21
Citrus50
Clay6-4
Collier34-23
DeSoto5-2
Duval8-3
Flagler8-8
Hardee2-2
Hernando5-3
Highlands6-1
Hillsborough48-13
Indian River44
Lee27-6
Leon84
Levy4-2
Manatee13-7
Marion57
Martin7-4
Miami-Dade59-53
Okeechobee3-3
Orange180
Osceola10-6
Palm Beach36-11
Pinellas14-6
Polk92
St. Johns5-5
St. Lucie15-7
Sarasota40
Seminole21-17
Sumter7-7
Taylor2-2
Volusia14 -2

Authorized Position Redistribution by County 2023

CountyState Authorized Positions Per CountyCounty Position Redistribution
Alachua17-6
Broward28-4
Charlotte28-21
Citrus5-1
Clay6-4
Collier34-21
DeSoto5-4
Duval8-4
Flagler8-8
Hardee3-3
Hernando5-4
Highlands6-2
Hillsborough48-6
Indian River41
Lee27-5
Leon81
Levy4-3
Manatee13-9
Marion57
Martin7-5
Miami-Dade59-49
Okeechobee3-3
Orange18-4
Osceola10-5
Palm Beach36-11
Pinellas14-6
Polk91
St. Johns5-5
St. Lucie15-3
Sarasota4-1
Seminole21-17
Sumter7-7
Taylor2-2
Volusia140

 Section III.E.

Figure 7.30
Eligible Individuals Per County by Age and Income

CountyPopulation 55+Below 125% of Poverty Level-Eligible Individuals in Each Service AreaPercentage of Individuals 125% of Federal Poverty Level by County
Florida Total7,157,0051,086,40815%
Alachua County, Florida68,4389,87614%
Baker County, Florida6,71989813%
Bay County, Florida57,9058,05114%
Bradford County, Florida7,8471,68822%
Brevard County, Florida238,76729,52012%
Broward County, Florida581,70698,95017%
Calhoun County, Florida4,10294223%
Charlotte County, Florida104,80512,15812%
Citrus County, Florida78,76412,66916%
Clay County, Florida63,8795,9679%
Collier County, Florida170,12216,23110%
Columbia County, Florida21,7553,87218%
DeSoto County, Florida11,3322,68724%
Dixie County, Florida6,1091,17919%
Duval County, Florida261,53442,51616%
Escambia County, Florida94,81213,41714%
Flagler County, Florida52,6445,22810%
Franklin County, Florida4,60075816%
Gadsden County, Florida14,0662,23616%
Gilchrist County, Florida6,0091,05918%
Glades County, Florida4,75694320%
Gulf County, Florida5,48964612%
Hamilton County, Florida3,85592624%
Hardee County, Florida6,5691,44122%
Hendry County, Florida9,5372,49226%
Hernando County, Florida79,24312,69716%
Highlands County, Florida48,3978,16317%
Hillsborough County, Florida378,98663,35417%
Holmes County, Florida6,2851,62326%
Indian River County, Florida76,6648,79011%
Jackson County, Florida14,5442,83419%
Jefferson County, Florida5,26571214%
Lafayette County, Florida1,97749825%
Lake County, Florida149,14717,27512%
Lee County, Florida318,74040,96213%
Leon County, Florida69,8649,06613%
Levy County, Florida17,1013,54021%
Liberty County, Florida2,05058328%
Madison County, Florida5,7291,42525%
Manatee County, Florida166,17819,16012%
Marion County, Florida154,85523,08115%
Martin County, Florida73,4447,97211%
Miami-Dade County, Florida770,199178,73023%
Monroe County, Florida32,2194,35514%
Nassau County, Florida33,3023,49310%
Okaloosa County, Florida60,6596,81311%
Okeechobee County, Florida12,3642,12017%
Orange County, Florida326,65153,72916%
Osceola County, Florida90,41516,25218%
Palm Beach County, Florida546,26272,51113%
Pasco County, Florida194,65829,35715%
Pinellas County, Florida387,23659,32915%
Polk County, Florida226,45835,72516%
Putnam County, Florida27,7976,97625%
St. Johns County, Florida90,9337,1588%
St. Lucie County, Florida123,05618,11615%
Santa Rosa County, Florida54,3005,52910%
Sarasota County, Florida221,57522,27810%
Seminole County, Florida132,43315,13311%
Sumter County, Florida89,5237,6319%
Suwannee County, Florida14,8912,73118%
Taylor County, Florida6,65292214%
Union County, Florida2,87241514%
Volusia County, Florida215,35233,08615%
Wakulla County, Florida9,1761,00511%
Walton County, Florida25,9653,09212%
Washington County, Florida7,4671,83725%

DOEA Needs Index

Section III.F

Figure 7.31
Relative Distribution of Eligible Individuals

County / StatePopulation 55+USDA Rural Counties Served by Florida SCSEP RUCA DefinitionACS Data LEP 2015 Data Language Spoken at Home (Spanish)State P 2019 Minority Report - Census Data 
Florida7,157,0057 43.90%
Alachua County68,438   
Broward County581,706 62% 
Charlotte County104,805   
Citrus County78,764   
Clay County63,879   
Collier County170,122   
DeSoto County11,332x  
Duval County261,534   
Flagler County52,644x  
Hardee County6,569x  
Hernando County79,243   
Highlands County48,397x  
Hillsborough County378,986 81% 
Indian River County76,664   
Lee County318,740   
Leon County69,864   
Levy County17,101x  
Manatee County166,178   
Marion County154,855   
Martin County73,444   
Miami-Dade County770,199 90% 
Okeechobee County12,364x  
Orange County326,651 70% 
Osceola County90,415   
Palm Beach County546,262 62% 
Pinellas County387,236   
Polk County226,458   
St. Johns County90,933   
St. Lucie County, Florida123,056   
Sarasota County221,575   
Seminole County132,433   
Sumter County89,523   
Taylor County6,652x  
Volusia County215,352   

 ENI, https://www.ers.usda.gov/webdocs/DataFiles/53180/25564_FL.pdf?v=0 , Data and Language Maps | LEP.gov

Figure 7.32
Language Spoken at Home by Ability to Speak English

for The Population 5 Years and Over

Census - Table Results 2020Florida 
LabelEstimateMargin of Error
Total:19,773,422±725
Speak only English13,956,872±22,762
Spanish:4,312,975±13,646
Speak English "very well"2,482,857±12,435

Data and Language Maps | LEP.gov

https://data.census.gov/cedsci/table?q=ACSDT5Y2019.B16001&g=0400000US12&tid=ACSDT5Y2019.B16001