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Exploring AARP’s Livability Index: FL’s Top “Very Large” Communities of 2026

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Published October 07, 2026

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Floridians of all ages deserve to thrive in their communities. This is why AARP developed the AARP Livability Index™ platform, an online tool that helps you understand your community’s assets and challenges, thus encouraging change that will enhance your quality of life.

Through research and data from 50 independent sources and AARP’s Domains of Livability, the Livability Index tool compares and ranks communities across the nation to highlight how well a community serves its current population. The goal? To encourage change – to create a truly livable community that will serve your needs regardless of age or ability.

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According to the AARP AARP Livability Index™ platform, a “very large” community has a population of 500,000+ residents. Take a look at Florida’s top performing “very large” communities (cities, counties, towns, etc.) that prioritize meeting the current and future needs of all residents, and click the links to see how they’re making a difference in the AARP Livability Index™ platform:

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1. Pinellas County
AARP Age-Friendly Network Member
Community Challenge Grant Winner (9 Grants)
Notable Cities: Clearwater, St. Petersburg
Above Average Ratings In: Civic and Social Engagement, Opportunity, Neighborhood, and Transportation

2. Miami-Dade County
AARP Age-Friendly Network Member
Community Challenge Grant Winner (12 Grants)
Notable Cities: Doral, Hialeah, Miami Beach, Miami
Above Average Ratings In: Civic and Social Engagement, Health, Housing, Neighborhood, and Transportation

3. Duval County
Community Challenge Grant Winner (8 Grants)
Notable Cities: Jacksonville
Above Average Ratings In: Civic and Social Engagement, Environment, Health, Neighborhood, Opportunity

4. Jacksonville
AARP Age-Friendly Network Member
Community Challenge Grant Winner (6 Grants)
Above Average Ratings In: Civic and Social Engagement, Environment, Health, Neighborhood, Opportunity

5. Volusia County
Community Challenge Grant Winner (2026)
Notable Cities: Daytona Beach, Ormond Beach
Above Average Ratings In: Civic and Social Engagement, Health, Neighborhood, Transportation

6. Broward County
Community Challenge Grant Winner (6 Grants)
Notable Cities: Fort Lauderdale, Miramar, Pompano Beach, Pembroke Pines
Above Average Ratings In: Civic and Social Engagement, Health, Neighborhood, Transportation

7. Orange County
Community Challenge Grant Winner (5 Grants)
Notable Cities: Orlando
Above Average Ratings In: Civic and Social Engagement, Health, Neighborhood, Opportunity, Transportation

8. Hillsborough County
Community Challenge Grant Winner (6 Grants)
Notable Cities: Tampa
Above Average Ratings In: Civic and Social Engagement, Health, Neighborhood, Opportunity

9. Pasco County
Community Challenge Grant Winner (2024)
Above Average Ratings In: Civic and Social Engagement, Environment, Health, Neighborhood, Opportunity

10. Palm Beach County
Community Challenge Grant Winner (2026)
Notable Cities: Boca Raton, Jupiter, West Palm Beach
Above Average Ratings In: Civic and Social Engagement, Health, Neighborhood, Transportation