Local supply and market context for residential assisted living in Lakeland.
Updated July 2026
Lakeland, FL has 18 licensed assisted living homes (1,350 beds, averaging 75.0 per home). It sits in Polk County, a strong RAL market scoring 7.8/10, with 68,550 seniors 75+ growing 13.5%.
Licensed homes
18
Lakeland
Licensed beds
1,350
total
Avg home size
75.0 beds
per home
County opportunity
7.8/10
Strong
The Lakeland assisted living market
Lakeland has 18 licensed assisted living homes totaling 1,350 beds — an average of 75.0 beds per home, skewing toward larger communities. As part of Polk County, it draws on a 75+ population of 68,550 growing 13.5%, with a senior median income of $50,939. See the full Polk County market or all Florida top markets.
Frequently asked questions
How many assisted living homes are in Lakeland, FL?
Lakeland has 18 licensed assisted living homes with about 1,350 total beds.
Is Lakeland a good place to open an assisted living home?
Lakeland is in Polk County, which scores 7.8/10 (Strong) on RAL Market Scout; its 75+ population is growing 13.5%. Current local supply is 18 homes.
What county is Lakeland in?
Lakeland is in Polk County, Florida.
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Sources: Home and bed counts from the Florida licensing roster (RAL Market Scout pipeline). County demand, growth, and income from U.S. Census ACS. Snapshot: 2026-07. Informational only — not legal, financial, or investment advice.