Jacksonville, FL — City Data, Demographics & Statistics
Duval County · Florida
City DNA
A unique fingerprint for Jacksonville based on 8 key metrics — compared to averages.
Why Jacksonville, FL Is One of the Best Places to Live in America
Jacksonville, FL ranks 21st overall among all US cities with a livability score of 47.9/100, placing it among the best places to live in America. Residents enjoy 180 sunny days per year, well above the national average. An impressive 21.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher, reflecting strong educational attainment. The median household income of $66,981 provides residents with strong economic opportunity. See full ranking
Quick Stats
Population
961,739
2023 ACS
Median Income
$66,981
2023
Median Home Value
$266,100
2023
Median Rent
$1,375
2023
Median Age
36.4
Unemployment
4.6%
Avg Temperature
69°F
Cost of Living Index
115.6
100 = national avg
Jacksonville is a city in Duval County, Florida, with a population of 961,739 according to the 2023 American Community Survey. Jacksonville is one of the communities in Florida.
The median household income in Jacksonville is $66,981, and the median home value is $266,100. The cost of living index is 115.6 (where 100 = national average), and the median rent is $1,375 per month. The unemployment rate is 4.6%, and the median age is 36.4 years.
People & Demographics
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2023)Population
Total Population
961,739
Male
466,421
48.5%
Female
495,318
51.5%
Median Age
36.4
Age Distribution
Education & Household
Bachelor's or Higher
21.8%
High School or Higher
41.1%
Foreign Born
12.2%
Veterans
8.0%
Married
36.1%
Avg Household Size
2.4
Marital Status by Age
Race & Ethnicity
Diversity Index
0.620
Simpson's Index (0-1)
Largest Group
White
51.2%
Foreign Born
12.2%
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
12.0%
115,409 people
Not Hispanic/Latino
88.0%
Hispanic/Latino Detail
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2023)Asian Detail
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2023)Native Hawaiian & Pacific Islander 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+)
898,970
English Only
83.7%
#1 Non-English Language
Spanish
73,470 speakers
Limited English
6.3%
Language Distribution
English Proficiency
Speaks English Very Well
93.7%
Limited English Proficiency
6.3%
Veterans & Military
Total Veterans
77,175
8.0% of population
Disability Rate
29.5%
22,796 with disability
Veteran Median Income
$52,623
Unemployment Rate
4.0%
Period of Service
Veteran Age Distribution
Male Veterans
64,970
84.2%
Female Veterans
12,205
15.8%
Veteran vs Non-Veteran Income
Veteran Income
$52,623
Non-Veteran Income
$36,224
Difference
$16,399
45.3% higher
Disability Status
With Disability
22,796
Without Disability
54,379
Disability Rate
29.5%
Ancestry & Heritage
Total Reporting Ancestry
484,589
#1 Ancestry
German
7.8% (74,624)
#2 Ancestry
Irish
7.7% (74,473)
#3 Ancestry
English
7.6% (72,683)
Top 20 Ancestries
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2023)Families & Households
Total Households
384,741
Family Households
230,973
60.0%
Married Couples
152,669
39.7%
Non-Family Households
153,768
40.0%
Single Mother Households
58,043
15.1%
Single Father Households
20,261
5.3%
Living Alone
124,001
32.2%
Children Under 18
Total Children
189,703
In Married Couple
114,446
60.3%
With Single Mother
60,086
31.7%
With Single Father
15,171
8.0%
Family Income
Median Family Income
$81,388
Married Couple Income
$103,179
Single Mother Income
$43,988
Single Father Income
$60,854
Avg Family Size
2.4
Avg Non-Family Size
2.3
Grandparents w/ Grandchildren
19,318
Grandparents Responsible
7,721
Economy
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2023)Income Overview
Median Household Income
$66,981
-9% vs national
Per Capita Income
$37,269
+0% vs national
Poverty Rate
15.0%
+11% vs national
Gini Index
0.4651
0 = perfect equality
Unemployment
4.6%
-11% vs national
SNAP Recipients
14.6%
of households
How Jacksonville Compares
Jacksonville vs Similar Cities
Compared to cities with 500,000 - 1,000,000 residents. Jacksonville is highlighted.
Median Household Income
Jacksonville, FL has a median household income of $66,981, making it the 13,410th highest median household income out of 28,123 cities in our database. This means that Jacksonville has a higher median household income than 52% of all the cities we measured.
Per Capita Income
Jacksonville, FL has a per capita income of $37,269, making it the 10,406th highest per capita income out of 28,123 cities in our database. This means that Jacksonville has a higher per capita income than 63% of all the cities we measured.
Poverty Rate
Jacksonville, FL has a poverty rate of 15.0%, making it the 11,116th highest poverty rate out of 31,262 cities in our database. This means that Jacksonville has a higher poverty rate than 64% of all the cities we measured.
Unemployment Rate
Jacksonville, FL has a unemployment rate of 4.6%, making it the 12,619th highest unemployment rate out of 31,012 cities in our database. This means that Jacksonville has a higher unemployment rate than 59% of all the cities we measured.
Where Do You Stack Up?
Enter your household income to see how you compare to other households in Jacksonville. The median household income here is $66,981.
Income Distribution
Employment Snapshot
Unemployment Rate
4.6%
-6% vs FL avg
Labor Force
500,893
Employed
462,943
Mean Commute
21 min
How People Get to Work
Employment by Sector
Education & Workforce
Bachelor's Degree+
21.8%
of adults 25+
High School Diploma+
41.1%
of adults 25+
Median Age
36.4
Work from Home
13.5%
of workers
Top Occupations & Wages
Source: Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS (2024)
Data represents the Jacksonville, FL metro area
Highest-Paying Job
General and Operations Managers
Top Median Wage
$97.4K
per year
Occupations Tracked
20
Cost of Living
Overall Index
115.6
100 = national avg
+15.6 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$50,878
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$120,258
per year
Cost Index by Category
100 = national average. Higher = more expensive.
Fair Market Rent
Source: HUD
1 Bedroom
$1,382
per month
2 Bedroom
$1,658
per month
The median household income in Jacksonville, FL is $66,981, which is 8.5% below the national average of $73,224. Per capita income is $37,269. The poverty rate of 15.0% is higher than the FL state average of 13.5%. The Gini index of income inequality is 0.4651, where 0 represents perfect equality and 1 represents maximum inequality. The unemployment rate is 4.6%, compared to the state average of 4.9%. The labor force is 500,893. 21.8% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The average commute time is 21 minutes, with 13.5% working from home. About 72.8% of workers drive alone to work. The overall cost of living index is 115.6, which is 15.6% above the national average. Housing costs are above the national average at an index of 141.4. A single adult needs to earn approximately $50,878 per year to cover basic expenses.
Housing & Real Estate
Market SnapshotRedfin — January 2026
Median Sale Price
$282,000
Median List Price
$295,000
Price Per Sq Ft
$172
Days on Market
85
Active Inventory
4,211
Months of Supply
5.7
Balanced market
Zillow Home Value
$279,095
ZHVI — January 2026
Zillow Rent Index
$1,568
ZORI — January 2026
Market CompetitivenessRedfin
Sold Above List
10.0%
Off Market in 2 Weeks
20.9%
Sale-to-List Ratio
95.9%
Buyer's market
Price TrendsRedfin
Market ActivityRedfin
Homes Sold
742
New Listings
1,413
Pending Sales
1,251
Price Per Square FootRedfin
Median Sale $/SF
$172
Median List $/SF
$185
House Price IndexFHFA
How much have housing prices increased in Jacksonville, FL? According to the Federal Housing Finance Agency (FHFA) House Price Index for the Jacksonville, FL metro area, home prices have risen 448.7% over the past 40 years. Over 20 years, prices grew 92.2%. The 10-year growth rate is 122.5%. Over the last 5 years, prices increased 54.9%. In the most recent 2-year period, the index rose 4.9%. 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 Jacksonville, FL housing market rather than Jacksonville alone.
Metro area: Jacksonville, FL
Jacksonville vs Similar CitiesCensus ACS / Redfin
Compared to cities with 500,000 - 1,000,000 residents. Jacksonville is highlighted.
Median Home Value
Jacksonville, FL has a median home value of $266,100, making it the 8,458th highest median home value out of 27,993 cities in our database. This means that Jacksonville has a higher median home value than 70% of all the cities we measured.
Median Rent
Jacksonville, FL has a median rent of $1,375, making it the 4,960th highest median rent out of 22,337 cities in our database. This means that Jacksonville has a higher median rent than 78% of all the cities we measured.
Median Price Per Sq Ft
Jacksonville, FL has a price per square foot of $172, making it the 10,434th highest price per square foot out of 20,748 cities in our database. This means that Jacksonville has a higher price per square foot than 50% of all the cities we measured.
Rent Burden
Jacksonville, FL has a rent burden of 24.6%, making it the 3,703rd highest rent burden out of 21,928 cities in our database. This means that Jacksonville has a higher rent burden than 83% of all the cities we measured.
Census Housing DataU.S. Census Bureau ACS 2023
Median Home Value
$266,100
Median Rent
$1,375
Total Housing Units
422,355
Vacancy Rate
8.9%
Owner Occupied
57.4%
Renter Occupied
42.6%
Median Property Tax
$2,053
per year
Monthly Cost (w/ Mortgage)
$1,256
Housing Types
Property TaxU.S. Census Bureau ACS 2023
Median Property Tax
$2,053
per year
Effective Tax Rate
0.77%
of home value
Median Home Value
$266,100
Estimated Mean Tax
$2,562
The effective property tax rate is calculated by dividing the median annual property tax ($2,053) by the median home value ($266,100). In Jacksonville, FL, this works out to an effective rate of 0.77%. This is below the national average of approximately 1.1%.
The current median sale price in Jacksonville, FL is $282,000 according to Redfin data. Homes spend a median of 85 days on the market. 10.0% of homes sold above asking price. The market has 5.7 months of supply. The median price per square foot is $172. Zillow's observed rent index is $1,568/month. About 57.4% of housing units are owner-occupied. The median year homes were built is 1986. There are 422,355 total housing units. Homeowners pay a median annual property tax of $2,053. The effective tax rate is 0.77%, below the national average.
Crime Overview
Source: FBI Crime Data Explorer (2020)Violent Crime Rate
6.98
per 1,000 residents
+149% vs national
Property Crime Rate
28.71
per 1,000 residents
+39% vs national
Total Crimes
32,861
2020
Violent Clearance
37%
cases solved
Property Clearance
14%
cases solved
YoY Change
+7.8%
violent crime rate
worsening vs 2019
How Jacksonville Compares
Source: FBI (2020)Jacksonville vs Similar Cities
Source: FBI (2020)Compared to cities with 500,000 - 1,000,000 residents. Jacksonville is highlighted in green.
Violent Crime Rate (per 1,000)
Property Crime Rate (per 1,000)
Murder Rate (per 1,000)
Crime Rate Trends
Source: FBICrime Composition
Source: FBI (2020)Violent Crime Breakdown
Property Crime Breakdown
Crime Clearance (Solve) Rates
Source: FBI (2020)Jacksonville police solve 56% of rape cases but only 13% of larceny/theft cases.
Weapon Used in Violent Crime
Source: FBI (2020)Crime Breakdown
Source: FBI Crime Data Explorer (2020)| Crime Type | Category | Count | Rate per 1K | Clearance % |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Murder | Violent | 140 | 0.15 | 42.9% |
| Rape | Violent | 456 | 0.50 | 56.4% |
| Robbery | Violent | 928 | 1.01 | 30.7% |
| Aggravated Assault | Violent | 4,900 | 5.32 | 36.2% |
| Burglary | Property | 3,860 | 4.19 | 18.7% |
| Larceny/Theft | Property | 19,602 | 21.29 | 12.6% |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | Property | 2,970 | 3.23 | 16.0% |
Jacksonville, FL reported 6,429 violent crimes and 26,432 property crimes in 2020. The violent crime rate of 6.98 per 1,000 residents is 149.4% above the national average of 2.80 per 1,000. Law enforcement cleared 37% of violent crimes. Larceny/theft accounts for 19,602 of the property crime reports. Firearms were involved in 56.2% of aggravated assaults. Violent crime has been trending upward.
Crime History
Source: FBI| Year | Violent | Property | Violent Rate | Property Rate |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2020 | 6,429 | 26,432 | 6.98 | 28.71 |
| 2019 | 5,890 | 30,088 | 6.48 | 33.09 |
| 2017 | 5,650 | 31,551 | 6.32 | 35.27 |
| 2016 | 5,507 | 31,538 | 6.25 | 35.82 |
| 2015 | 5,624 | 31,854 | 6.48 | 36.73 |
School Shootings
Source: The Washington PostTotal Incidents
5
Total Killed
1
Total Injured
2
| Date | School | Killed | Injured | Type | Weapon |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Oct 9, 2020 | Ribault High School | 0 | 1 | accidental | .380-caliber handgun |
| Apr 3, 2019 | Saint Clair Evans Academy | 0 | 0 | unclear | nan |
| Mar 6, 2012 | Episcopal School of Jacksonville | 1 | 0 | targeted | AK-47 assault-style rifle |
| Mar 10, 2009 | Ribault High School | 0 | 0 | targeted | nan |
| Sep 2, 2005 | Sojourner Truth High School | 0 | 1 | targeted | handgun |
Data from The Washington Post, licensed under CC BY-NC-SA 4.0.
Natural Hazard Risk
Source: FEMA National Risk IndexRisk Score
97.2
Relatively High
Expected Annual Loss
97.0
Score (0-100)
Social Vulnerability
39.9
Score (0-100)
Community Resilience
62.1
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
41
Public Assistance
$229.2M
Individual Assistance
$60.7M
Most Common Type
Hurricane
22 declarations
Public Assistance by Category
| Disaster | Type | Date | PA $ | IA $ |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hurricane Milton → | Hurricane | Oct 2024 | $291K | $1.3M |
| Hurricane Milton → | Hurricane | Oct 2024 | — | — |
| Hurricane Helene → | Hurricane | Sep 2024 | $727K | $10.7M |
| Hurricane Debby → | Tropical Storm | Aug 2024 | $3.1M | — |
| Tropical Storm Debby → | Tropical Storm | Aug 2024 | — | — |
| Hurricane Idalia → | Hurricane | Aug 2023 | $4.9M | — |
| Tropical Storm Idalia → | Tropical Storm | Aug 2023 | — | — |
| Hurricane Nicole → | Hurricane | Dec 2022 | $2.8M | — |
| Tropical Storm Nicole → | Tropical Storm | Nov 2022 | — | — |
| Hurricane Ian → | Hurricane | Sep 2022 | $17.0M | $3K |
| Tropical Storm Ian → | Hurricane | Sep 2022 | — | — |
| Tropical Storm Elsa → | Severe Storm | Jul 2021 | — | — |
| Hurricane Isaias → | Hurricane | Aug 2020 | — | — |
| Covid-19 Pandemic → | Biological | Mar 2020 | $14.5M | $7.9M |
| Covid-19 → | Biological | Mar 2020 | — | — |
| Hurricane Dorian → | Hurricane | Oct 2019 | $10.6M | — |
| Hurricane Dorian → | Hurricane | Aug 2019 | — | — |
| Hurricane Irma → | Hurricane | Sep 2017 | $92.1M | $33.2M |
| Hurricane Irma → | Hurricane | Sep 2017 | — | — |
| Hurricane Matthew → | Hurricane | Oct 2016 | $52.7M | $1.1M |
Showing 20 of 49 disasters
PA = FEMA Public Assistance (infrastructure recovery). IA = Individual Assistance (homeowner/renter aid).
Flood Insurance (NFIP)
Source: FEMA NFIPTotal Claims
6,060
Total Claims Paid
$214,781,496
Avg Claim Payout
$35,442
County-level NFIP data from FEMA National Flood Insurance Program.
Hazard Mitigation
Source: FEMA Hazard Mitigation AssistanceMitigation Projects
108
Federal Funding
$26,289,991
Properties Protected
210
Avg Benefit-Cost Ratio
2.73
BCR
Top Mitigation Project Types
| Project Type | Projects | Federal $ |
|---|---|---|
| 200.1: Acquisition of Private Real Property (Structures and Land) - Riverine | 37 | $11,422,138 |
| 205.8: Retrofitting Public Structures - Wind | 35 | $3,234,013 |
| 202.1: Elevation of Private Structures - Riverine | 7 | $1,823,690 |
| 601.2: Generators - Regular | 6 | $2,518,891 |
| 401.1: Water and Sanitary Sewer System Protective Measures | 4 | $774,356 |
Federally funded projects to reduce future disaster risk. Only includes completed or obligated projects.
Jacksonville has a relatively high overall natural hazard risk rating according to FEMA's National Risk Index. The top hazard risks are cold wave, lightning, hurricane. The area has had 41 federal disaster declarations. The most common disaster type is hurricane (22 declarations). 6,060 flood insurance claims have been filed in the area. FEMA has obligated $229,230,483 in public assistance recovery funding. $60,671,598 has been distributed in individual assistance to disaster-affected residents. 108 hazard mitigation projects have been funded to reduce future risk.
Health
Community Health
Source: CDC PLACES
Obesity Rate
34.8%
1.3pp below the national average
Depression Rate
19.9%
3.6pp below the national average
Diabetes Rate
13.2%
1.3pp above the national average
Uninsured Rate
13.9%
3.3pp 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
34.1%
Arthritis
25.4%
Cancer (excl. skin)
7.3%
Teeth Lost (65+)
15.3%
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
18.8%
14+ days in past month
Depression
19.9%
Loneliness
—
Lack of Support
—
Disability Prevalence
Any Disability
31.9%
Mobility
14.8%
Cognitive
15.5%
Hearing
6.1%
Vision
6.3%
Self-Care
4.5%
Independent Living
9.3%
Jacksonville has an obesity rate of 34.8%, which is 1.3pp below the national average. The depression rate is 19.9%, 3.6pp below the national average. About 13.9% of adults lack health insurance. 76.3% 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
3.0 / 5
Nearest Hospital
1.8 mi
Ascension St Vincent'S Riversi...
| Hospital | Distance | Type | Rating | ER |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ascension St Vincent'S Riverside | 1.8 mi | Acute Care Hospitals | 2/5 | Yes |
| Shands Jacksonville | 3.1 mi | Acute Care Hospitals | 3/5 | Yes |
| Baptist Health Medical Center - Jacksonville | 3.1 mi | Acute Care Hospitals | 4/5 | Yes |
| Hca Florida Memorial Hospital | 5.7 mi | Acute Care Hospitals | 2/5 | Yes |
| Ascension St Vincent'S Southside | 5.7 mi | Acute Care Hospitals | 4/5 | Yes |
Climate & Environment
Annual Overview
Avg Temperature
69°F
Sunny Days
180
per year
Annual Rainfall
41.6"
UV Index
6.0
annual avg
Weather Time Machine
Experience a year of weather in Jacksonville. Click a month or press play.
55°F
48° / 63°
Jan
High
63°F
Low
48°F
Wind
7 mph
Temperature Records
Source: NOAARecord High
101°F
Record Low
25°F
Avg High
77°F
Avg Low
63°F
Monthly Averages
Source: NOAA Climate Normals| Month | High | Low | Rain | Snow | Humidity | Wind |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | 63°F | 48°F | 2.69" | — | 76% | 6.9 mph |
| Feb | 67°F | 50°F | 2.55" | — | 75% | 6.9 mph |
| Mar | 72°F | 55°F | 3.02" | — | 71% | 7.3 mph |
| Apr | 78°F | 61°F | 2.35" | — | 70% | 7.0 mph |
| May | 84°F | 67°F | 2.62" | — | 71% | 6.4 mph |
| Jun | 87°F | 73°F | 5.37" | — | 79% | 5.5 mph |
| Jul | 89°F | 76°F | 5.13" | — | 80% | 5.1 mph |
| Aug | 88°F | 76°F | 5.84" | — | 82% | 5.2 mph |
| Sep | 84°F | 73°F | 5.00" | — | 82% | 6.0 mph |
| Oct | 78°F | 66°F | 2.94" | — | 78% | 6.5 mph |
| Nov | 71°F | 57°F | 1.72" | — | 77% | 6.7 mph |
| Dec | 66°F | 51°F | 2.40" | — | 78% | 6.6 mph |
Jacksonville has an average annual temperature of 69°F. The area enjoys approximately 180 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals about 41.6 inches.
Water Systems
Source: EPA SDWISWater Systems
19
Pop. Served
911,833
Violations (5yr)
0
No violations
| System Name | Pop. Served | Violations (5yr) |
|---|---|---|
| JEA MAJOR GRID | 826,664 | 0 |
| JEA: LOFTON OAKS GRID | 24,318 | 0 |
| N.A.S. JACKSONVILLE | 22,000 | 0 |
| N.S. MAYPORT | 20,500 | 0 |
| JEA: PONTE VEDRA GRID | 5,395 | 0 |
| WINCO UTILITIES W/S | 3,545 | 0 |
| JACKSONVILLE UNIVERSITY | 3,480 | 0 |
| JEA: PONCE DE LEON GRID | 2,303 | 0 |
| SADDLE BROOK LANDINGS | 1,000 | 0 |
| JEA: PALM VALLEY WS | 965 | 0 |
| OAKS OF ATLANTIC BEACH | 556 | 0 |
| CRYSTAL SPRINGS ESTATES MHP | 350 | 0 |
| JEA: MAYPORT WTP | 257 | 0 |
| GREEN ACRES OF YULEE | 160 | 0 |
| YUKON INDUSTRIES, LTD. | 100 | 0 |
| SWEET LAKE MOBILE HOME PARK | 80 | 0 |
| BELLE OAKS WTP | 60 | 0 |
| DANIEL MEMORIAL | 60 | 0 |
| STUDY ESTATES MHP | 40 | 0 |
Greenhouse Gas Emitters
Source: EPA GHGRP (2023)Facilities Reporting
10
Total CO₂e
3.9M MT
Top Emitter
Northside
2.9M MT CO₂e
Total CO₂e vs Similar Cities (500,000 - 1,000,000)
| Facility | Sector | CO₂e (MT) |
|---|---|---|
Northside Jacksonville Electric Authority | Power Plants | 2,921,325 |
Greenland Energy Center Jacksonville Electric Authority | Power Plants | 321,118 |
WestRock CP, LLC - Seminole Mill (Formerly Smurfit-Stone) Westrock Co | Pulp and Paper | 307,675 |
J D Kennedy Jacksonville Electric Authority | Power Plants | 103,129 |
ANHEUSER-BUSCH LLC Anheuser-Busch Cos Llc | Other | 55,282 |
US GYPSUM - JACKSONVILLE PLANT Usg Corp | Minerals | 43,097 |
Symrise Symrise Inc | Chemicals | 37,762 |
Anchor Glass Container Corporation. - Plant 07 Anchor Glass Container Corp | Minerals | 34,644 |
JAX LNG Pivotal Lng | Petroleum and Natural Gas Systems | 30,427 |
IFF CHEMICAL HOLDINGS INC International Flavors & Fragrances Inc | Chemicals | 30,163 |
Data from EPA Greenhouse Gas Reporting Program (GHGRP). Includes facilities emitting 25,000+ metric tons CO₂e/year.
There are 19 water systems serving the area. 10 industrial facilities report greenhouse gas emissions totaling 3.9M metric tons of CO₂e.
Infrastructure
Commute Overview2023 ACS
Mean Commute
21 min
-11% vs national
Drive Alone
72.8%
-8% vs national
Public Transit
1.2%
+33% vs national
Work From Home
13.5%
+45% vs national
Carpool
9.0%
Walk / Bike
1.5%
combined
How Jacksonville's Commute ComparesCensus ACS 2023
How People Get to WorkCensus ACS 2023
Commute Mode BreakdownCensus ACS 2023
Traffic Fatalities
Source: NHTSA FARS (2023)Fatalities
164
2023
6-Year Avg
159
fatalities/yr
Pedestrian
41
Cyclist
5
Nighttime
103
dark conditions
| Year | Crashes | Fatalities | Alcohol | Pedestrian | Cyclist |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | 151 | 164 | 0 | 41 | 5 |
| 2022 | 141 | 149 | 0 | 42 | 5 |
| 2021 | 167 | 180 | 0 | 41 | 6 |
| 2020 | 165 | 178 | 48 | 45 | 10 |
| 2019 | 145 | 149 | 36 | 41 | 9 |
| 2018 | 125 | 136 | 39 | 34 | 8 |
Data from NHTSA Fatality Analysis Reporting System (FARS). Includes only crashes involving at least one fatality.
The average commute in Jacksonville, FL is 21 minutes, which is 10.7% below the national average of 23 minutes. 72.8% of workers drive alone, compared to the national average of 78.7%. 13.5% work from home, which is below the FL state average of 13.8%. Public transit is used by 1.2% of commuters, compared to the national average of 0.9%. 9.0% of workers carpool. 1.2% walk to work. In 2023, there were 164 traffic fatalities from 151 fatal crashes. 41 were pedestrians.
Internet & Broadband Access
Source: Census ACSBroadband Access
89.7%
of households
Cable / Fiber / DSL
73.0%
of households
No Internet
7.0%
of households
Total Households
384,741
Internet Subscription Types
Device Ownership
Source: Census ACSHas Computer
95.6%
of households
Smartphone
91.3%
of households
Desktop / Laptop
79.7%
of households
Tablet
60.0%
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
-18% vs 500,000 - 1,000,000 avg
Commercial Rate
11.0¢
per kWh
-18% vs 500,000 - 1,000,000 avg
Industrial Rate
8.5¢
per kWh
-11% vs 500,000 - 1,000,000 avg
Avg Monthly Bill
$156
residential
+14% vs 500,000 - 1,000,000 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).
Jacksonville vs Similar Cities
Source: EIA (2024)Comparing electricity rates with randomly selected cities of similar population (500,000 - 1,000,000). Each city represents its state's average rate.
Residential Rate (¢/kWh)
Commercial Rate (¢/kWh)
Industrial Rate (¢/kWh)
Average Monthly Bill
Water Systems
Source: EPA SDWISWater Systems
19
Population Served
911,833
Violations (5yr)
0
| System Name | Type | Source | Pop. Served | Violations |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| JEA MAJOR GRID | Community | Ground water | 826,664 | 0 |
| JEA: LOFTON OAKS GRID | Community | Ground water | 24,318 | 0 |
| N.A.S. JACKSONVILLE | Community | Ground water | 22,000 | 0 |
| N.S. MAYPORT | Community | Ground water | 20,500 | 0 |
| JEA: PONTE VEDRA GRID | Community | Ground water | 5,395 | 0 |
| WINCO UTILITIES W/S | Community | Ground water | 3,545 | 0 |
| JACKSONVILLE UNIVERSITY | Community | Ground water | 3,480 | 0 |
| JEA: PONCE DE LEON GRID | Community | Ground water | 2,303 | 0 |
| SADDLE BROOK LANDINGS | Community | Ground water | 1,000 | 0 |
| JEA: PALM VALLEY WS | Community | Purchased ground water | 965 | 0 |
| OAKS OF ATLANTIC BEACH | Community | Ground water | 556 | 0 |
| CRYSTAL SPRINGS ESTATES MHP | Community | Ground water | 350 | 0 |
| JEA: MAYPORT WTP | Community | Ground water | 257 | 0 |
| GREEN ACRES OF YULEE | Community | Ground water | 160 | 0 |
| YUKON INDUSTRIES, LTD. | Community | Ground water | 100 | 0 |
| SWEET LAKE MOBILE HOME PARK | Community | Ground water | 80 | 0 |
| BELLE OAKS WTP | Community | Ground water | 60 | 0 |
| DANIEL MEMORIAL | Community | Ground water | 60 | 0 |
| STUDY ESTATES MHP | Community | Ground water | 40 | 0 |
89.7% of households in Jacksonville have broadband internet access. 73.0% have cable, fiber, or DSL service. 14.3% rely solely on cellular data without a wired connection. 7.0% of households have no internet access. 10.9% use only a smartphone without a desktop or laptop. The area is served by 19 water systems, providing water to 911,833 people. No water quality violations have been reported in the past 5 years.
Politics & Government
County-level data: Election results are reported at the county level. Jacksonville is located in Duval County, FL. Results reflect all voters in the county, not just those in Jacksonville.
Election Overview
Source: Duval County (2024)2024 Winner
Republican
Dem Votes
229,365
48.7%
GOP Votes
236,285
50.1%
Total Votes
471,268
Margin
R+1.5%
Shift from 2020
R+5.3pp
vs prior election
Election History
Source: County-Level Election Results| Year | Dem Votes | GOP Votes | Total | Dem % | GOP % | Margin |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 229,365 | 236,285 | 471,268 | 48.7% | 50.1% | R+1.5 |
| 2020 | 252,556 | 233,762 | 492,820 | 51.2% | 47.4% | D+3.8 |
| 2016 | 203,627 | 210,061 | 428,734 | 47.5% | 49.0% | R+1.5 |
In the 2024 presidential election, Duval County recorded 471,268 total votes. Republicans won the county with 50.1% of the vote compared to 48.7% for Democrats, a margin of R+1.5%. Compared to 2020, the margin shifted R+5.3pp from the previous election.
Official City Website
Source: coj.netPublic Records Request
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Nonprofits Overview
Source: IRS Exempt Organizations BMFTotal Nonprofits
4,746
Total Assets
$33.3B
Total Income
$16.7B
Per 10K Residents
49.3
nonprofits
-26.7% vs peers avg
Orgs with >$1M Assets
390
Median Assets
$216K
Oldest Active
1937
ruling year
Newest Org
2026
ruling year
Nonprofits by Category
Source: IRS / NTEE ClassificationTop 10 hold $23.7B of $33.3B total
Nonprofit Size Distribution
Source: IRS Exempt Organizations BMFNumber of nonprofits by total asset size
When Were Nonprofits Founded?
Source: IRS Ruling DateNumber of currently active nonprofits by founding decade
Nonprofits per 10K Residents vs Similar Cities
Source: IRS BMF + Census ACSCompared to cities with population 500,000 - 1,000,000
Largest Nonprofits in Jacksonville
Source: IRS Exempt Organizations BMFJacksonville, FL has 4,746 registered 501(c)(3) nonprofit organizations with combined assets of $33.3B. The most common category is Religion-Related, with 919 organizations. 390 nonprofits have assets exceeding $1 million. That works out to 49.3 nonprofits per 10,000 residents. The oldest active nonprofit dates back to 1937.
SBA Lending Overview
Source: SBA FOIA Loan-Level DataTotal SBA Loans
5,390
Total Approved
$2.1B
Jobs Supported
49,889
Per 10K Residents
56.0
SBA loans
-33.0% vs peers avg
Unique Lenders
284
Top Lender
PNC Bank, National Association
513 loans
Top Industry
Accommodation & Food Services
Data Span
1992–2026
Loan Program Breakdown
Source: SBA FOIALoans
4,398
Total Amount
$1.6B
Avg Loan
$362,325
Median Loan
$150,000
SBA Guaranteed
$1.2B(75%)
Jobs Supported
38,258
Loans
992
Total Amount
$543.4M
Avg Loan
$547,753
Median Loan
$322,500
Recent Activity (Last 5 Years)
Source: SBA FOIARecent Loans
942
17% of all-time total
Recent Amount
$654.6M
31% of all-time total
Avg Recent Loan
$694,855
Top Industries Funded
Source: SBA FOIA / NAICS CodesSBA Loans per 10K Residents vs Similar Cities
Source: SBA FOIA + Census ACSCompared to cities with population 500,000 - 1,000,000
Top SBA Borrowers
Source: SBA FOIA| Business | Loans | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Putnam Lumber & Export Company | 8 | $29.4M |
| Pioneer Equipment Company | 6 | $12.5M |
| Impact Bartram, Llc | 2 | $9.5M |
| North Florida Shipyards Inc | 3 | $9.3M |
| Innova Jax Llc a Florida Limited Liability Company | 2 | $7.4M |
| Tru by Hilton | 2 | $7.2M |
| The Barolo Group Llc | 2 | $6.6M |
| Pearl Hotel Llc | 2 | $5.1M |
| K9jax Llc | 2 | $5.1M |
| The Garden Wholesale Inc. and M & J Properties Jacksonville Llc; Co-borrowers | 1 | $5.0M |
Jacksonville, FL has received 5,390 SBA loans totaling $2.1B in approved funding between 1992 and 2026. The 7(a) program accounts for 4,398 loans (82% of the total), supporting 38,258 jobs. The 504 program, focused on real estate and large equipment, has funded 992 loans totaling $543.4M. The most common industry receiving SBA funding is Accommodation & Food Services. The most active SBA lender in Jacksonville is PNC Bank, National Association with 513 loans. That works out to 56.0 SBA loans per 10,000 residents.
ZIP Code Overview
Source: Census ACSZIP Codes
19
Total Population
558,189
Avg Median Income
-$70,125,882
Avg Home Value
-$105,074,247
ZIP Code Details
Source: Census ACS| ZIP Code | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Median Rent | Area (sq mi) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 32202 | 6,550 | $40,070 | $229,100 | $1,024 | 2.0 |
| 32203 | 0 | N/A | N/A | N/A | 0.0 |
| 32204 | 8,421 | $54,462 | $342,700 | $1,132 | 2.7 |
| 32205 | 30,162 | $60,609 | $257,900 | $1,190 | 7.7 |
| 32206 | 16,809 | $37,585 | $153,500 | $866 | 6.2 |
| 32207 | 35,320 | $60,875 | $254,800 | $1,139 | 11.4 |
| 32208 | 31,093 | $39,873 | $139,500 | $1,180 | 11.5 |
| 32209 | 35,490 | $29,468 | $92,300 | $1,042 | 9.3 |
| 32210 | 65,626 | $58,215 | $205,300 | $1,205 | 21.9 |
| 32211 | 36,253 | $55,208 | $208,900 | $1,104 | 8.2 |
| 32212 | 1,709 | $47,684 | N/A | $2,096 | 5.1 |
| 32214 | 0 | N/A | N/A | N/A | 0.1 |
| 32216 | 41,323 | $63,253 | $244,800 | $1,311 | 12.7 |
| 32217 | 21,084 | $69,742 | $291,300 | $1,190 | 5.4 |
| 32225 | 54,591 | $87,715 | $324,300 | $1,673 | 26.3 |
| 32244 | 63,352 | $61,652 | $221,400 | $1,366 | 23.6 |
| 32246 | 60,443 | $78,506 | $281,800 | $1,697 | 19.1 |
| 32254 | 14,653 | $36,449 | $85,100 | $1,111 | 12.4 |
| 32277 | 35,310 | $60,215 | $256,600 | $1,297 | 7.2 |
Jacksonville, FL has 19 ZIP codes with a combined population of 558,189. The average median household income across all ZIP codes is -$70,125,882. The average median home value is -$105,074,247. The average median monthly rent is -$70,174,300.
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