Brent, FL — City Data, Demographics & Statistics
Escambia County · Florida
City DNA
A unique fingerprint for Brent based on 8 key metrics — compared to averages.
Quick Stats
Population
23,441
2023 ACS
Median Income
$45,708
2023
Median Home Value
$121,100
2023
Median Rent
$1,074
2023
Median Age
25.1
Unemployment
6.8%
Cost of Living Index
82.9
100 = national avg
Brent is a city in Escambia County, Florida, with a population of 23,441 according to the 2023 American Community Survey. Brent is one of the communities in Florida.
The median household income in Brent is $45,708, and the median home value is $121,100. The cost of living index is 82.9 (where 100 = national average), and the median rent is $1,074 per month. The unemployment rate is 6.8%, and the median age is 25.1 years.
People & Demographics
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2023)Population
Total Population
23,441
Male
11,778
50.2%
Female
11,663
49.8%
Median Age
25.1
Age Distribution
Education & Household
Bachelor's or Higher
9.8%
High School or Higher
25.4%
Foreign Born
9.0%
Veterans
8.9%
Married
25.4%
Avg Household Size
2.5
Marital Status by Age
Race & Ethnicity
Diversity Index
0.636
Simpson's Index (0-1)
Largest Group
White
48.1%
Foreign Born
9.0%
Hispanic/Latino Ethnicity
Hispanic/Latino is an ethnicity, not a race. People of any race can identify as Hispanic. This percentage overlaps with the racial categories above.
Hispanic/Latino
10.5%
2,452 people
Not Hispanic/Latino
89.5%
Hispanic/Latino Detail
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2023)Asian Detail
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2023)American Indian & Alaska Native Detail
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2023)Languages Spoken
Total Speakers (5+)
21,974
English Only
85.6%
#1 Non-English Language
Spanish
1,960 speakers
Limited English
6.6%
Language Distribution
English Proficiency
Speaks English Very Well
93.4%
Limited English Proficiency
6.6%
Veterans & Military
Total Veterans
2,080
8.9% of population
Disability Rate
33.9%
704 with disability
Veteran Median Income
$42,941
Unemployment Rate
2.8%
Period of Service
Veteran Age Distribution
Male Veterans
1,832
88.1%
Female Veterans
248
11.9%
Veteran vs Non-Veteran Income
Veteran Income
$42,941
Non-Veteran Income
$16,268
Difference
$26,673
164.0% higher
Disability Status
With Disability
704
Without Disability
1,376
Disability Rate
33.9%
Ancestry & Heritage
Total Reporting Ancestry
10,743
#1 Ancestry
German
11.5% (2,685)
#2 Ancestry
Irish
7.8% (1,825)
#3 Ancestry
English
7.6% (1,782)
Top 20 Ancestries
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2023)Families & Households
Total Households
7,386
Family Households
4,344
58.8%
Married Couples
2,466
33.4%
Non-Family Households
3,042
41.2%
Single Mother Households
1,673
22.7%
Single Father Households
205
2.8%
Living Alone
2,526
34.2%
Children Under 18
Total Children
4,542
In Married Couple
2,033
44.8%
With Single Mother
2,497
55.0%
With Single Father
12
0.3%
Family Income
Median Family Income
$55,554
Married Couple Income
$69,449
Single Mother Income
$34,107
Single Father Income
$49,063
Avg Family Size
2.5
Avg Non-Family Size
2.7
Grandparents w/ Grandchildren
424
Grandparents Responsible
259
Economy
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2023)Income Overview
Median Household Income
$45,708
-38% vs national
Per Capita Income
$19,463
-48% vs national
Poverty Rate
24.6%
+81% vs national
Gini Index
0.4269
0 = perfect equality
Unemployment
6.8%
+31% vs national
SNAP Recipients
24.6%
of households
How Brent Compares
Brent vs Similar Cities
Compared to cities with 10,000 - 25,000 residents. Brent is highlighted.
Median Household Income
Brent, FL has a median household income of $45,708, making it the 23,269th highest median household income out of 28,123 cities in our database. This means that Brent has a higher median household income than 17% of all the cities we measured.
Per Capita Income
Brent, FL has a per capita income of $19,463, making it the 26,217th highest per capita income out of 28,123 cities in our database. This means that Brent has a higher per capita income than 7% of all the cities we measured.
Poverty Rate
Brent, FL has a poverty rate of 24.6%, making it the 4,886th highest poverty rate out of 31,262 cities in our database. This means that Brent has a higher poverty rate than 84% of all the cities we measured.
Unemployment Rate
Brent, FL has a unemployment rate of 6.8%, making it the 7,613th highest unemployment rate out of 31,012 cities in our database. This means that Brent has a higher unemployment rate than 75% of all the cities we measured.
Where Do You Stack Up?
Enter your household income to see how you compare to other households in Brent. The median household income here is $45,708.
Income Distribution
Employment Snapshot
Unemployment Rate
6.8%
+39% vs FL avg
Labor Force
10,970
Employed
10,212
Mean Commute
14 min
How People Get to Work
Employment by Sector
Education & Workforce
Bachelor's Degree+
9.8%
of adults 25+
High School Diploma+
25.4%
of adults 25+
Median Age
25.1
Work from Home
25.3%
of workers
Top Occupations & Wages
Source: Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS (2024)
Data represents the Pensacola-Ferry Pass-Brent, FL metro area
Highest-Paying Job
General and Operations Managers
Top Median Wage
$97.0K
per year
Occupations Tracked
20
Cost of Living
Overall Index
82.9
100 = national avg
-17.1 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$36,463
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$86,185
per year
Cost Index by Category
100 = national average. Higher = more expensive.
Fair Market Rent
Source: HUD
1 Bedroom
$1,257
per month
2 Bedroom
$1,471
per month
The median household income in Brent, FL is $45,708, which is 37.6% below the national average of $73,224. Per capita income is $19,463. The poverty rate of 24.6% is higher than the FL state average of 13.5%. The Gini index of income inequality is 0.4269, where 0 represents perfect equality and 1 represents maximum inequality. The unemployment rate is 6.8%, compared to the state average of 4.9%. The labor force is 10,970. 9.8% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The average commute time is 14 minutes, with 25.3% working from home. About 52.7% of workers drive alone to work. The overall cost of living index is 82.9, which is 17.1% below the national average. Housing costs are below the national average at an index of 91.5. A single adult needs to earn approximately $36,463 per year to cover basic expenses.
Housing & Real Estate
Market SnapshotRedfin — January 2026
Median Sale Price
$282,000
Median List Price
$221,850
Price Per Sq Ft
$131
Days on Market
48
Active Inventory
50
Months of Supply
3.6
Seller's market
Market CompetitivenessRedfin
Sold Above List
14.3%
Off Market in 2 Weeks
22.7%
Sale-to-List Ratio
97.7%
Buyer's market
Price TrendsRedfin
Market ActivityRedfin
Homes Sold
14
New Listings
16
Pending Sales
22
Price Per Square FootRedfin
Median Sale $/SF
$131
Median List $/SF
$130
House Price IndexFHFA
How much have housing prices increased in Brent, FL? According to the Federal Housing Finance Agency (FHFA) House Price Index for the Pensacola-Ferry Pass-Brent, FL metro area, home prices have risen 417.5% over the past 40 years. Over 20 years, prices grew 83.9%. The 10-year growth rate is 123.6%. Over the last 5 years, prices increased 53.3%. In the most recent 2-year period, the index rose 6.3%. The FHFA HPI tracks average price changes in repeat sales or refinancings of single-family properties with conforming mortgages. Because this is a metro-level index, it reflects the broader Pensacola-Ferry Pass-Brent, FL housing market rather than Brent alone.
Metro area: Pensacola-Ferry Pass-Brent, FL
Brent vs Similar CitiesCensus ACS / Redfin
Compared to cities with 10,000 - 25,000 residents. Brent is highlighted.
Median Home Value
Brent, FL has a median home value of $121,100, making it the 19,368th highest median home value out of 27,993 cities in our database. This means that Brent has a higher median home value than 31% of all the cities we measured.
Median Rent
Brent, FL has a median rent of $1,074, making it the 8,643rd highest median rent out of 22,337 cities in our database. This means that Brent has a higher median rent than 61% of all the cities we measured.
Median Price Per Sq Ft
Brent, FL has a price per square foot of $131, making it the 14,449th highest price per square foot out of 20,748 cities in our database. This means that Brent has a higher price per square foot than 30% of all the cities we measured.
Rent Burden
Brent, FL has a rent burden of 28.2%, making it the 1,805th highest rent burden out of 21,928 cities in our database. This means that Brent has a higher rent burden than 92% of all the cities we measured.
Census Housing DataU.S. Census Bureau ACS 2023
Median Home Value
$121,100
Median Rent
$1,074
Total Housing Units
8,314
Vacancy Rate
11.2%
Owner Occupied
50.3%
Renter Occupied
49.7%
Median Property Tax
$745
per year
Monthly Cost (w/ Mortgage)
$606
Housing Types
Property TaxU.S. Census Bureau ACS 2023
Median Property Tax
$745
per year
Effective Tax Rate
0.61%
of home value
Median Home Value
$121,100
Estimated Mean Tax
$1,071
The effective property tax rate is calculated by dividing the median annual property tax ($745) by the median home value ($121,100). In Brent, FL, this works out to an effective rate of 0.61%. This is below the national average of approximately 1.1%.
The current median sale price in Brent, FL is $282,000 according to Redfin data. Homes spend a median of 48 days on the market. 14.3% of homes sold above asking price. The market has 3.6 months of supply. The median price per square foot is $131. The median rent is $1,074 per month (Census ACS). About 50.3% of housing units are owner-occupied. The median year homes were built is 1974. There are 8,314 total housing units. Homeowners pay a median annual property tax of $745. The effective tax rate is 0.61%, below the national average.
Crime data is not yet available for Brent. The FBI UCR/NIBRS program does not cover all jurisdictions.
Natural Hazard Risk
Source: FEMA National Risk IndexRisk Score
95.1
Relatively High
Expected Annual Loss
95.0
Score (0-100)
Social Vulnerability
41.5
Score (0-100)
Community Resilience
34.7
Score (0-100)
Scores range from 0 (lowest risk) to 100 (highest risk) relative to all U.S. communities. Data from FEMA National Risk Index.
Disaster History & Federal Spending
Source: FEMATotal Declarations
40
Public Assistance
$735.1M
Individual Assistance
$109.9M
Most Common Type
Hurricane
24 declarations
Public Assistance by Category
| Disaster | Type | Date | PA $ | IA $ |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hurricane Helene → | Hurricane | Sep 2024 | $12K | — |
| Tropical Storm Helene → | Tropical Storm | Sep 2024 | — | — |
| Hurricane Debby → | Tropical Storm | Aug 2024 | — | — |
| Tropical Storm Debby → | Tropical Storm | Aug 2024 | — | — |
| Hurricane Ian → | Hurricane | Sep 2022 | — | $1K |
| Tropical Storm Ian → | Hurricane | Sep 2022 | — | — |
| Tropical Storm Fred → | Hurricane | Aug 2021 | — | — |
| Hurricane Sally → | Hurricane | Sep 2020 | $130.7M | $23.3M |
| Hurricane Sally → | Hurricane | Sep 2020 | — | — |
| Covid-19 Pandemic → | Biological | Mar 2020 | $34.8M | $5.0M |
| Covid-19 → | Biological | Mar 2020 | — | — |
| Hurricane Dorian → | Hurricane | Aug 2019 | — | — |
| Hurricane Michael → | Hurricane | Oct 2018 | $945K | $500 |
| Hurricane Michael → | Hurricane | Oct 2018 | — | — |
| Hurricane Nate → | Hurricane | Oct 2017 | $64K | — |
| Hurricane Irma → | Hurricane | Sep 2017 | — | $3K |
| Hurricane Irma → | Hurricane | Sep 2017 | — | — |
| Severe Storms, Tornadoes, Straight-line … → | Severe Storm | May 2014 | $73.9M | $20.9M |
| Hurricane Isaac → | Hurricane | Oct 2012 | $2.9M | — |
| Severe Storms, Flooding, Tornadoes, and … → | Severe Storm | Apr 2009 | $1.4M | — |
Showing 20 of 49 disasters
PA = FEMA Public Assistance (infrastructure recovery). IA = Individual Assistance (homeowner/renter aid).
Flood Insurance (NFIP)
Source: FEMA NFIPTotal Claims
16,500
Total Claims Paid
$731,931,797
Avg Claim Payout
$44,360
County-level NFIP data from FEMA National Flood Insurance Program.
Hazard Mitigation
Source: FEMA Hazard Mitigation AssistanceMitigation Projects
48
Federal Funding
$58,999,681
Properties Protected
8,538
Avg Benefit-Cost Ratio
2.15
BCR
Top Mitigation Project Types
| Project Type | Projects | Federal $ |
|---|---|---|
| 205.8: Retrofitting Public Structures - Wind | 18 | $5,229,055 |
| 205.7: Retrofitting Private Structures - Wind | 11 | $48,002,051 |
| 90.4: Mitigation Plan - Local Multihazard Mitigation Plan | 3 | $150,000 |
| 403.2: Stormwater Management - Diversions | 3 | $372,784 |
| 200.1: Acquisition of Private Real Property (Structures and Land) - Riverine | 3 | $95,263 |
Federally funded projects to reduce future disaster risk. Only includes completed or obligated projects.
Brent has a relatively high overall natural hazard risk rating according to FEMA's National Risk Index. The top hazard risks are lightning, hurricane, heat wave. The area has had 40 federal disaster declarations. The most common disaster type is hurricane (24 declarations). 16,500 flood insurance claims have been filed in the area. FEMA has obligated $735,059,317 in public assistance recovery funding. $109,932,634 has been distributed in individual assistance to disaster-affected residents. 48 hazard mitigation projects have been funded to reduce future risk.
Health
Community Health
Source: CDC PLACES
Obesity Rate
37.2%
1.1pp above the national average
Depression Rate
22.2%
1.3pp below the national average
Diabetes Rate
13.0%
1.1pp above the national average
Uninsured Rate
14.7%
4.1pp above the national average
Health Scorecard
Higher scores indicate better health outcomes relative to the national average (50 = average)
Health Outcomes
Age-adjusted prevalence rates. Green bars indicate rates below the national average; red indicates above.
High Cholesterol
33.2%
Arthritis
23.6%
Cancer (excl. skin)
6.0%
Teeth Lost (65+)
20.2%
Health Risk Behaviors
Prevention & Screening
Green bars indicate rates above the national average (more preventive care); red indicates below.
Mental Health & Wellbeing
Frequent Mental Distress
21.9%
14+ days in past month
Depression
22.2%
Loneliness
—
Lack of Support
—
Disability Prevalence
Any Disability
37.3%
Mobility
15.9%
Cognitive
19.6%
Hearing
6.1%
Vision
7.4%
Self-Care
5.1%
Independent Living
11.7%
Brent has an obesity rate of 37.2%, which is 1.1pp above the national average. The depression rate is 22.2%, 1.3pp below the national average. About 14.7% of adults lack health insurance. 75.3% of residents had an annual checkup in the past year.
Nearby Hospitals
Source: CMS Hospital Compare
Nearest Hospitals
5
With Emergency Services
5
Avg CMS Rating
3.6 / 5
Nearest Hospital
2.4 mi
Baptist Hospital
| Hospital | Distance | Type | Rating | ER |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Baptist Hospital | 2.4 mi | Acute Care Hospitals | 4/5 | Yes |
| Sacred Heart Hospital | 3.8 mi | Acute Care Hospitals | 3/5 | Yes |
| Hca Florida West Hospital | 4.5 mi | Acute Care Hospitals | 3/5 | Yes |
| Gulf Breeze Hospital | 12.1 mi | Acute Care Hospitals | 4/5 | Yes |
| Santa Rosa Medical Center | 27.2 mi | Acute Care Hospitals | 4/5 | Yes |
Infrastructure
Commute Overview2023 ACS
Mean Commute
14 min
-40% vs national
Drive Alone
52.7%
-33% vs national
Public Transit
0.8%
-6% vs national
Work From Home
25.3%
+172% vs national
Carpool
8.1%
Walk
11.5%
How Brent's Commute ComparesCensus ACS 2023
How People Get to WorkCensus ACS 2023
Commute Mode BreakdownCensus ACS 2023
The average commute in Brent, FL is 14 minutes, which is 39.7% below the national average of 23 minutes. 52.7% of workers drive alone, compared to the national average of 78.7%. 25.3% work from home, which is above the FL state average of 13.8%. 8.1% of workers carpool. 11.5% walk to work.
Internet & Broadband Access
Source: Census ACSBroadband Access
82.6%
of households
Cable / Fiber / DSL
69.4%
of households
No Internet
13.2%
of households
Total Households
7,386
Internet Subscription Types
Device Ownership
Source: Census ACSHas Computer
92.3%
of households
Smartphone
87.1%
of households
Desktop / Laptop
67.6%
of households
Tablet
58.9%
of households
Percentage of households with each device type. Data from the U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2023 5-year estimates, tables B28001 & B28002).
Electricity Rates
Source: U.S. Energy Information Administration (2024)Residential Rate
14.1¢
per kWh
-26% vs 10,000 - 25,000 avg
Commercial Rate
11.0¢
per kWh
-29% vs 10,000 - 25,000 avg
Industrial Rate
8.5¢
per kWh
-28% vs 10,000 - 25,000 avg
Avg Monthly Bill
$156
residential
+6% vs 10,000 - 25,000 avg
17% below the national average of 17.1¢/kWh
Residential electricity in Florida averages 14.1¢ per kWh, compared to the national average of 17.1¢. The average monthly electric bill is $156. State-level averages from EIA Electric Sales & Revenue data (2024).
Brent vs Similar Cities
Source: EIA (2024)Comparing electricity rates with randomly selected cities of similar population (10,000 - 25,000). Each city represents its state's average rate.
Residential Rate (¢/kWh)
Commercial Rate (¢/kWh)
Industrial Rate (¢/kWh)
Average Monthly Bill
82.6% of households in Brent have broadband internet access. 69.4% have cable, fiber, or DSL service. 9.1% rely solely on cellular data without a wired connection. 13.2% of households have no internet access. 15.1% use only a smartphone without a desktop or laptop.
Politics & Government
County-level data: Election results are reported at the county level. Brent is located in Escambia County, FL. Results reflect all voters in the county, not just those in Brent.
Election Overview
Source: Escambia County (2024)2024 Winner
Republican
Dem Votes
64,601
39.7%
GOP Votes
96,407
59.2%
Total Votes
162,754
Margin
R+19.5%
Shift from 2020
R+4.4pp
vs prior election
Election History
Source: County-Level Election Results| Year | Dem Votes | GOP Votes | Total | Dem % | GOP % | Margin |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 64,601 | 96,407 | 162,754 | 39.7% | 59.2% | R+19.5 |
| 2020 | 70,929 | 96,674 | 170,372 | 41.6% | 56.7% | R+15.1 |
| 2016 | 57,114 | 88,370 | 151,609 | 37.7% | 58.3% | R+20.6 |
In the 2024 presidential election, Escambia County recorded 162,754 total votes. Republicans won the county with 59.2% of the vote compared to 39.7% for Democrats, a margin of R+19.5%. Compared to 2020, the margin shifted R+4.4pp from the previous election. Since 2016, Escambia County has shifted 1.1 percentage points toward Democrats.
SBA Lending Overview
Source: SBA FOIA Loan-Level DataTotal SBA Loans
2
Total Approved
$610K
Jobs Supported
18
Per 10K Residents
0.9
SBA loans
-99.1% vs peers avg
Unique Lenders
N/A
Top Lender
—
Top Industry
—
Data Span
1996–1997
Loan Program Breakdown
Source: SBA FOIALoans
2
Total Amount
$610K
Avg Loan
$305,000
Median Loan
$305,000
SBA Loans per 10K Residents vs Similar Cities
Source: SBA FOIA + Census ACSCompared to cities with population 10,000 - 25,000
Top SBA Borrowers
Source: SBA FOIA| Business | Loans | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Super 8 Motel Warrington | 1 | $482K |
| Better Parts South, Inc. | 1 | $128K |
Brent, FL has received 2 SBA loans totaling $610K in approved funding between 1996 and 1997. The 504 program, focused on real estate and large equipment, has funded 2 loans totaling $610K. That works out to 0.9 SBA loans per 10,000 residents.
ZIP Code Overview
Source: Census ACSZIP Codes
13
Total Population
241,670
Avg Median Income
-$153,799,111
Avg Home Value
-$204,974,020
ZIP Code Details
Source: Census ACS| ZIP Code | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Median Rent | Area (sq mi) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 32501 | 10,721 | $39,127 | $277,500 | $964 | 3.7 |
| 32502 | 3,991 | $67,548 | $229,000 | $1,313 | 2.7 |
| 32503 | 32,975 | $67,654 | $270,500 | $1,226 | 12.6 |
| 32504 | 22,125 | $74,067 | $242,400 | $1,257 | 10.5 |
| 32505 | 27,543 | $41,039 | $120,300 | $1,053 | 13.0 |
| 32506 | 35,202 | $59,978 | $200,500 | $1,280 | 30.6 |
| 32508 | 4,993 | $65,000 | N/A | $1,781 | 7.2 |
| 32509 | 372 | N/A | N/A | N/A | 1.3 |
| 32511 | 1,170 | N/A | N/A | N/A | 0.3 |
| 32512 | 0 | N/A | N/A | N/A | 0.1 |
| 32514 | 43,072 | $66,484 | $241,300 | $1,358 | 19.8 |
| 32526 | 43,627 | $71,651 | $230,400 | $1,287 | 58.4 |
| 32534 | 15,879 | $59,013 | $192,500 | $1,350 | 9.9 |
Brent, FL has 13 ZIP codes with a combined population of 241,670. The average median household income across all ZIP codes is -$153,799,111. The average median home value is -$204,974,020. The average median monthly rent is -$153,845,164.
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