Top 10 Florida Counties with the Largest Defense Department Workforce
Briefly

Florida is a critical hub for the U.S. military, housing a large concentration of Department of Defense personnel, comprising both active-duty members and civilians from various counties.
In fiscal 2023, Florida hosted approximately 131,500 national defense personnel, marking it as one of the key states with a significant share of DOD employees, second only to a few states like California and Texas.
According to the recent DOD report, 45.7% of defense personnel in Florida are active-duty troops, indicating the state's vital role in supporting military operations.
With over $167.4 billion spent on employee salaries in fiscal 2023, the DOD's budget has an enormous economic impact, especially in regions heavily populated by military personnel.
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