Personalities

Who Thrives in Florida's Sunshine State Lifestyle?

Is Florida right for me? If you're a beach bum, retired snowbird, or adventure junkie, you'll thrive under endless sunshine, Cuban sandwiches, and wild Everglades energy. If you're a minimalist, hipster, or wall street exec, you'll find the flip-flops-and-fun vibe only sort of fits here. Find out who Florida is and is NOT for in the list below.

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Florida Local Expert

Vanessa, Our Local Expert Guiding Your Move

Vanessa has moved so many times she basically has her own punch card — seventh move is free, right? After ping-ponging from Massachusetts to Fort Lauderdale, St. Pete, and now Tampa (with yet another move on deck), she’s a master of the “shove-it-through-the-doorframe” school of moving. When she’s not plotting how to downsize from 3,000 sq. ft-worth-of-stuff, she’s watercolor-painting, slinging dumbbells like a wannabe bodybuilder, or serving as parakeet wrangler and dog foster mom. She swears Florida sunsets beat California’s, and she has no regrets about trading in her New England clam chowder and lobster rolls for Florida's grouper bites and Cuban coffee. She'll pass on the gator bites, though. At Snappy Scout, her moving scars and Floridian street cred make her the trusted local to guide your next move.

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Written with local insight from Snappy Scout relocation experts

Who Fits Florida Best?

Ranked by how well each personality tends to thrive here, from can't-miss matches to tougher fits.

Beach Bum

Great Fit
98%

Year-round surf, sand, and Margaritaville moods everywhere you go.

Best Florida Cities/Areas
MiamiKey WestDaytona Beach

Retired Snowbird

Great Fit
96%

Golf carts, palm trees, and perpetual sunshine never get old.

Best Florida Cities/Areas
NaplesThe VillagesSarasota

Adventure Junkie

Great Fit
92%

Paddleboarding, hiking, camping, theme parks, and pirate-themed boat rides meet your adrenaline needs.

Best Florida Cities/Areas
OrlandoOcalaTampa

Surfer Dude

Great Fit
92%

Ron Jon Surf Shop was practically built for you

Best Florida Cities/Areas
Cocoa BeachNew Smyrna Beach

Foodie

Great Fit
90%

Key lime pie, stone crab claws, and Latin fusion delights.

Best Florida Cities/Areas
TampaKey WestMiamiSt. Augustine

Dog Momma

Great Fit
88%

Beach dog parks, pup patios, dog-friendly bars, and sunshine walks galore.

Best Florida Cities/Areas
St. PetersburgJacksonvilleFort Lauderdale

Craft Beer Fan

Great Fit
86%

Cigar City Brewing, Swamp Head, and endless IPA innovation.

Best Florida Cities/Areas
TampaSt. PeteGainesville

Yoga Instructor

Great Fit
84%

Beach sunrise flows to start the day. You don't need an indoor gym for hot yoga!

Best Florida Cities/Areas
St. PetersburgBoca RatonSarasota

College Student

Great Fit
82%

Game days, pool parties, and endless sunshine between semesters.

Best Florida Cities/Areas
GainesvilleTallahasseeOrlando
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