Local supply and market context for residential assisted living in Sarasota.
Updated July 2026
Sarasota, FL has 59 licensed assisted living homes (3,768 beds, averaging 63.9 per home). It sits in Sarasota County, a strong RAL market scoring 7.3/10, with 86,932 seniors 75+ growing 16.8%.
Licensed homes
59
Sarasota
Licensed beds
3,768
total
Avg home size
63.9 beds
per home
County opportunity
7.3/10
Strong
The Sarasota assisted living market
Sarasota has 59 licensed assisted living homes totaling 3,768 beds — an average of 63.9 beds per home, skewing toward larger communities. As part of Sarasota County, it draws on a 75+ population of 86,932 growing 16.8%, with a senior median income of $71,458. See the full Sarasota County market or all Florida top markets.
Frequently asked questions
How many assisted living homes are in Sarasota, FL?
Sarasota has 59 licensed assisted living homes with about 3,768 total beds.
Is Sarasota a good place to open an assisted living home?
Sarasota is in Sarasota County, which scores 7.3/10 (Strong) on RAL Market Scout; its 75+ population is growing 16.8%. Current local supply is 59 homes.
What county is Sarasota in?
Sarasota is in Sarasota 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.