1. Start with Melbourne’s actual service area
The 2020–2024 ACS five-year population estimate is 86,576, with a margin of error of 58. For reporting, that distinction matters.
Recommended approach
Ask the review to define the geographic cohorts the firm actually wants to compare. Melbourne and Brevard County should not be treated as interchangeable labels, and neither should be blended with Florida-wide results without a clear reason. If the firm serves additional cities, keep each city identifiable rather than presenting a single geographic total.
