Local supply and market context for residential assisted living in Merritt Island.
Updated July 2026
Merritt Island, FL has 9 licensed assisted living homes (384 beds, averaging 42.7 per home). It sits in Brevard County, a strong RAL market scoring 7.7/10, with 67,973 seniors 75+ growing 7.5%.
Licensed homes
9
Merritt Island
Licensed beds
384
total
Avg home size
42.7 beds
per home
County opportunity
7.7/10
Strong
The Merritt Island assisted living market
Merritt Island has 9 licensed assisted living homes totaling 384 beds — an average of 42.7 beds per home, skewing toward larger communities. As part of Brevard County, it draws on a 75+ population of 67,973 growing 7.5%, with a senior median income of $58,980. See the full Brevard County market or all Florida top markets.
Frequently asked questions
How many assisted living homes are in Merritt Island, FL?
Merritt Island has 9 licensed assisted living homes with about 384 total beds.
Is Merritt Island a good place to open an assisted living home?
Merritt Island is in Brevard County, which scores 7.7/10 (Strong) on RAL Market Scout; its 75+ population is growing 7.5%. Current local supply is 9 homes.
What county is Merritt Island in?
Merritt Island is in Brevard 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.