West Pensacola, FL — City Data, Demographics & Statistics
Escambia County · Florida
City DNA
A unique fingerprint for West Pensacola based on 8 key metrics — compared to averages.
Quick Stats
Population
20,679
2023 ACS
Median Income
$38,641
2023
Median Home Value
$109,800
2023
Median Rent
$1,086
2023
Median Age
37.8
Unemployment
5.7%
Cost of Living Index
81.6
100 = national avg
West Pensacola is a city in Escambia County, Florida, with a population of 20,679 according to the 2023 American Community Survey. West Pensacola is one of the communities in Florida.
The median household income in West Pensacola is $38,641, and the median home value is $109,800. The cost of living index is 81.6 (where 100 = national average), and the median rent is $1,086 per month. The unemployment rate is 5.7%, and the median age is 37.8 years.
People & Demographics
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2023)Population
Total Population
20,679
Male
9,788
47.3%
Female
10,891
52.7%
Median Age
37.8
Age Distribution
Education & Household
Bachelor's or Higher
10.1%
High School or Higher
35.6%
Foreign Born
6.4%
Veterans
8.4%
Married
30.1%
Avg Household Size
2.4
Marital Status by Age
Race & Ethnicity
Diversity Index
0.632
Simpson's Index (0-1)
Largest Group
White
43.1%
Foreign Born
6.4%
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
6.4%
1,330 people
Not Hispanic/Latino
93.6%
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+)
19,115
English Only
91.2%
#1 Non-English Language
Spanish
984 speakers
Limited English
3.6%
Language Distribution
English Proficiency
Speaks English Very Well
96.4%
Limited English Proficiency
3.6%
Veterans & Military
Total Veterans
1,739
8.4% of population
Disability Rate
31.3%
545 with disability
Veteran Median Income
$32,000
Unemployment Rate
1.4%
Period of Service
Veteran Age Distribution
Male Veterans
1,461
84.0%
Female Veterans
278
16.0%
Veteran vs Non-Veteran Income
Veteran Income
$32,000
Non-Veteran Income
$21,681
Difference
$10,319
47.6% higher
Disability Status
With Disability
545
Without Disability
1,194
Disability Rate
31.3%
Ancestry & Heritage
Total Reporting Ancestry
7,756
#1 Ancestry
American
7.0% (1,452)
#2 Ancestry
German
6.8% (1,414)
#3 Ancestry
Irish
6.4% (1,324)
Top 20 Ancestries
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2023)Families & Households
Total Households
8,636
Family Households
5,109
59.2%
Married Couples
2,500
28.9%
Non-Family Households
3,527
40.8%
Single Mother Households
1,955
22.6%
Single Father Households
654
7.6%
Living Alone
2,819
32.6%
Children Under 18
Total Children
3,941
In Married Couple
1,538
39.0%
With Single Mother
1,823
46.3%
With Single Father
580
14.7%
Family Income
Median Family Income
$47,468
Married Couple Income
$65,471
Single Mother Income
$35,831
Single Father Income
$33,472
Avg Family Size
2.4
Avg Non-Family Size
2.5
Grandparents w/ Grandchildren
496
Grandparents Responsible
249
Economy
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2023)Income Overview
Median Household Income
$38,641
-47% vs national
Per Capita Income
$22,404
-40% vs national
Poverty Rate
25.2%
+85% vs national
Gini Index
0.4472
0 = perfect equality
Unemployment
5.7%
+10% vs national
SNAP Recipients
33.5%
of households
How West Pensacola Compares
West Pensacola vs Similar Cities
Compared to cities with 10,000 - 25,000 residents. West Pensacola is highlighted.
Median Household Income
West Pensacola, FL has a median household income of $38,641, making it the 25,640th highest median household income out of 28,123 cities in our database. This means that West Pensacola has a higher median household income than 9% of all the cities we measured.
Per Capita Income
West Pensacola, FL has a per capita income of $22,404, making it the 24,541st highest per capita income out of 28,123 cities in our database. This means that West Pensacola has a higher per capita income than 13% of all the cities we measured.
Poverty Rate
West Pensacola, FL has a poverty rate of 25.2%, making it the 4,613th highest poverty rate out of 31,262 cities in our database. This means that West Pensacola has a higher poverty rate than 85% of all the cities we measured.
Unemployment Rate
West Pensacola, FL has a unemployment rate of 5.7%, making it the 9,785th highest unemployment rate out of 31,012 cities in our database. This means that West Pensacola has a higher unemployment rate than 68% of all the cities we measured.
Where Do You Stack Up?
Enter your household income to see how you compare to other households in West Pensacola. The median household income here is $38,641.
Income Distribution
Employment Snapshot
Unemployment Rate
5.7%
+17% vs FL avg
Labor Force
9,449
Employed
8,845
Mean Commute
22 min
How People Get to Work
Employment by Sector
Education & Workforce
Bachelor's Degree+
10.1%
of adults 25+
High School Diploma+
35.6%
of adults 25+
Median Age
37.8
Work from Home
8.4%
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
81.6
100 = national avg
-18.4 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$35,899
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$84,852
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 West Pensacola, FL is $38,641, which is 47.2% below the national average of $73,224. Per capita income is $22,404. The poverty rate of 25.2% is higher than the FL state average of 13.5%. The Gini index of income inequality is 0.4472, where 0 represents perfect equality and 1 represents maximum inequality. The unemployment rate is 5.7%, compared to the state average of 4.9%. The labor force is 9,449. 10.1% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The average commute time is 22 minutes, with 8.4% working from home. About 65.9% of workers drive alone to work. The overall cost of living index is 81.6, which is 18.4% below the national average. Housing costs are below the national average at an index of 89.7. A single adult needs to earn approximately $35,899 per year to cover basic expenses.
Housing & Real Estate
Market SnapshotRedfin — January 2026
Median Sale Price
$162,500
Median List Price
$190,000
Price Per Sq Ft
$125
Days on Market
103
Active Inventory
89
Months of Supply
6.4
Buyer's market
Market CompetitivenessRedfin
Sold Above List
28.6%
Off Market in 2 Weeks
8.0%
Sale-to-List Ratio
96.2%
Buyer's market
Price TrendsRedfin
Market ActivityRedfin
Homes Sold
14
New Listings
16
Pending Sales
25
Price Per Square FootRedfin
Median Sale $/SF
$125
Median List $/SF
$127
House Price IndexFHFA
How much have housing prices increased in West Pensacola, 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 West Pensacola alone.
Metro area: Pensacola-Ferry Pass-Brent, FL
West Pensacola vs Similar CitiesCensus ACS / Redfin
Compared to cities with 10,000 - 25,000 residents. West Pensacola is highlighted.
Median Home Value
West Pensacola, FL has a median home value of $109,800, making it the 20,930th highest median home value out of 27,993 cities in our database. This means that West Pensacola has a higher median home value than 25% of all the cities we measured.
Median Rent
West Pensacola, FL has a median rent of $1,086, making it the 8,434th highest median rent out of 22,337 cities in our database. This means that West Pensacola has a higher median rent than 62% of all the cities we measured.
Median Price Per Sq Ft
West Pensacola, FL has a price per square foot of $125, making it the 15,027th highest price per square foot out of 20,748 cities in our database. This means that West Pensacola has a higher price per square foot than 28% of all the cities we measured.
Rent Burden
West Pensacola, FL has a rent burden of 33.7%, making it the 665th highest rent burden out of 21,928 cities in our database. This means that West Pensacola has a higher rent burden than 97% of all the cities we measured.
Census Housing DataU.S. Census Bureau ACS 2023
Median Home Value
$109,800
Median Rent
$1,086
Total Housing Units
10,221
Vacancy Rate
15.5%
Owner Occupied
49.0%
Renter Occupied
51.0%
Median Property Tax
$626
per year
Monthly Cost (w/ Mortgage)
$738
Housing Types
Property TaxU.S. Census Bureau ACS 2023
Median Property Tax
$626
per year
Effective Tax Rate
0.57%
of home value
Median Home Value
$109,800
Estimated Mean Tax
$956
The effective property tax rate is calculated by dividing the median annual property tax ($626) by the median home value ($109,800). In West Pensacola, FL, this works out to an effective rate of 0.57%. This is below the national average of approximately 1.1%.
The current median sale price in West Pensacola, FL is $162,500 according to Redfin data. Homes spend a median of 103 days on the market. 28.6% of homes sold above asking price. The market has 6.4 months of supply. The median price per square foot is $125. The median rent is $1,086 per month (Census ACS). About 49.0% of housing units are owner-occupied. The median year homes were built is 1963. There are 10,221 total housing units. Homeowners pay a median annual property tax of $626. The effective tax rate is 0.57%, below the national average.
Crime data is not yet available for West Pensacola. 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
$133.5M
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 | $27.5M |
| 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 | $22.6M |
| Hurricane Isaac → | Hurricane | Oct 2012 | $2.9M | — |
| Severe Storms, Flooding, Tornadoes, and … → | Severe Storm | Apr 2009 | $1.4M | — |
Showing 20 of 51 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.
West Pensacola 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. $133,499,456 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
43.5%
7.4pp above the national average
Depression Rate
21.5%
2.0pp below the national average
Diabetes Rate
18.0%
6.1pp above the national average
Uninsured Rate
18.3%
7.7pp 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
38.6%
Arthritis
30.3%
Cancer (excl. skin)
7.3%
Teeth Lost (65+)
23.0%
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
21.6%
14+ days in past month
Depression
21.5%
Loneliness
—
Lack of Support
—
Disability Prevalence
Any Disability
42.8%
Mobility
22.2%
Cognitive
20.8%
Hearing
8.1%
Vision
10.1%
Self-Care
7.4%
Independent Living
14.1%
West Pensacola has an obesity rate of 43.5%, which is 7.4pp above the national average. The depression rate is 21.5%, 2.0pp below the national average. About 18.3% of adults lack health insurance. 77.4% 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
4.0 mi
Baptist Hospital
| Hospital | Distance | Type | Rating | ER |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Baptist Hospital | 4.0 mi | Acute Care Hospitals | 4/5 | Yes |
| Sacred Heart Hospital | 5.8 mi | Acute Care Hospitals | 3/5 | Yes |
| Hca Florida West Hospital | 7.8 mi | Acute Care Hospitals | 3/5 | Yes |
| Gulf Breeze Hospital | 10.8 mi | Acute Care Hospitals | 4/5 | Yes |
| Baldwin Health | 27.5 mi | Acute Care Hospitals | 4/5 | Yes |
Infrastructure
Commute Overview2023 ACS
Mean Commute
22 min
-6% vs national
Drive Alone
65.9%
-16% vs national
Public Transit
4.7%
+423% vs national
Work From Home
8.4%
-10% vs national
Carpool
12.8%
Walk / Bike
3.5%
combined
How West Pensacola's Commute ComparesCensus ACS 2023
How People Get to WorkCensus ACS 2023
Commute Mode BreakdownCensus ACS 2023
Traffic Fatalities
Source: NHTSA FARS (2022)Fatalities
3
2022
1-Year Avg
3
fatalities/yr
Nighttime
2
dark conditions
Data from NHTSA Fatality Analysis Reporting System (FARS). Includes only crashes involving at least one fatality.
The average commute in West Pensacola, FL is 22 minutes, which is 6.0% below the national average of 23 minutes. 65.9% of workers drive alone, compared to the national average of 78.7%. 8.4% work from home, which is below the FL state average of 13.8%. Public transit is used by 4.7% of commuters, compared to the national average of 0.9%. 12.8% of workers carpool. 1.3% walk to work. 2.3% commute by bicycle. In 2022, there were 3 traffic fatalities from 3 fatal crashes.
Internet & Broadband Access
Source: Census ACSBroadband Access
81.2%
of households
Cable / Fiber / DSL
63.0%
of households
No Internet
16.1%
of households
Total Households
8,636
Internet Subscription Types
Device Ownership
Source: Census ACSHas Computer
91.8%
of households
Smartphone
87.0%
of households
Desktop / Laptop
63.1%
of households
Tablet
52.8%
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).
West Pensacola 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
81.2% of households in West Pensacola have broadband internet access. 63.0% have cable, fiber, or DSL service. 15.1% rely solely on cellular data without a wired connection. 16.1% of households have no internet access. 16.9% use only a smartphone without a desktop or laptop.
Politics & Government
County-level data: Election results are reported at the county level. West Pensacola is located in Escambia County, FL. Results reflect all voters in the county, not just those in West Pensacola.
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.
ZIP Code Overview
Source: Census ACSZIP Codes
14
Total Population
274,422
Avg Median Income
-$142,808,474
Avg Home Value
-$190,313,940
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 |
| 32507 | 32,752 | $69,802 | $267,100 | $1,238 | 27.9 |
| 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 |
West Pensacola, FL has 14 ZIP codes with a combined population of 274,422. The average median household income across all ZIP codes is -$142,808,474. The average median home value is -$190,313,940. The average median monthly rent is -$142,856,135.
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