Jacksonville, FL Metro Area

Jacksonville, FL · Metro Area

1,683,960Population

A metropolitan statistical area of 5 counties (3 central, 2 outlying), part of the Jacksonville-Kingsland-Palatka, FL-GA combined area. The counties are tied together by commuting: people live in one and work in another.

Median household income: $79,643
Median home value: $343,400
Land area: 3,202 sq mi

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Counties in this metro area

Central counties hold the urban core; outlying counties are linked to it by commuting.

County	Role	Population	Median income	Median home value
Duval County, FL	Central	1,023,153	$71,277	$303,500
St. Johns County, FL	Central	306,934	$109,839	$489,200
Clay County, FL	Central	227,584	$87,820	$312,500
Nassau County, FL	Outlying	97,859	$89,804	$382,800
Baker County, FL	Outlying	28,430	$79,836	$256,700

Largest cities and towns

36 places in our city pages lie in this area; the 25 largest are shown.

Place	Type	Population	Median income
Jacksonville, FL	City	977,670	$69,872
Fruit Cove, FL	CDP	35,877	$141,863
Lakeside, FL	CDP	32,105	$81,684
Oakleaf Plantation, FL	CDP	32,070	$108,543
Fleming Island, FL	CDP	29,766	$116,611
Nocatee, FL	CDP	27,442	$141,868
World Golf Village, FL	CDP	26,077	$117,212
Jacksonville Beach, FL	City	23,654	$120,698
Palm Valley, FL	CDP	19,796	$116,625
Yulee, FL	CDP	16,648	$85,247
St. Augustine, FL	City	15,351	$78,151
Bellair-Meadowbrook Terrace, FL	CDP	14,755	$59,388
Asbury Lake, FL	CDP	14,458	$100,949
Fernandina Beach, FL	City	13,420	$97,903
Atlantic Beach, FL	City	13,363	$118,935
Middleburg, FL	CDP	11,644	$74,634
Green Cove Springs, FL	City	10,044	$75,142
St. Augustine Shores, FL	CDP	9,462	$73,688
Orange Park, FL	Town	9,055	$77,106
Macclenny, FL	City	7,748	$73,942
Neptune Beach, FL	City	7,168	$119,294
St. Augustine Beach, FL	City	6,860	$100,802
Sawgrass, FL	CDP	4,929	$122,500
Nassau Village-Ratliff, FL	CDP	4,737	$62,417
St. Augustine South, FL	CDP	4,714	$75,996

Also in the Jacksonville-Kingsland-Palatka, FL-GA combined area

Palatka, FL · micro · 75,164 Kingsland, GA · micro · 56,970

Demographic Rates

Poverty Rate

11.8%

Unemployment

4.2%

College Educated

36.5%

Source: U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 5-Year Estimates (2020–2024) • Table S1701, S2301, S1501

Race & Ethnicity

Source: U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 5-Year Estimates (2020–2024) • Table B02001, B03003

Income Profile

Median Household Income

$79,643

Mean Household Income

$108,638

Income Distribution

Source: U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 5-Year Estimates (2020–2024) • Table S1901, S1902, S1903, B19013, B19113

Sex Distribution

Male

48.9%

Female

51.1%

Population Split

Male48.9%

Female51.1%

The sex distribution of a population provides insight into the demographic balance of a community. Significant skews in this ratio can be influenced by local industries (e.g., military bases, mining, or tech hubs), educational institutions, or migration patterns. Understanding this balance is essential for planning public health initiatives and social services.

Source: U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 5-Year Estimates (2020–2024) • Table S0101

Ancestry

English10.8%

Irish9.9%

German9.7%

Italian4.6%

Scottish2.1%

Mexican1.9%

Polish1.8%

French1.8%

African1.1%

Reported ancestry groups representing the cultural heritage of the population. Percentages may not sum to 100% as residents may report multiple ancestries or none.

Source: U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 5-Year Estimates (2020–2024) • Table B04006

Immigration & Nativity

Nativity Status

10.3%Foreign Born

89.7%Native Born

Citizenship Status

Naturalized60.1%

Non-Citizen39.9%

Period of Entry

2010 or Later36.1%

Before 201063.9%

Source: U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 5-Year Estimates (2020–2024) • Table B05001, B05002

Housing Characteristics

Total Housing Units

732,419

Median Rent

$1,513/mo

Median Home Value

$343,400

Median Year Built

1992

Housing Tenure

Housing Types

Source: U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 5-Year Estimates (2020–2024) • Table DP04

Education Enrollment

Total Enrolled

389,162

College Enrollment

18.8%

High School

21.9%

College Educated

36.5%

K-12 Enrollment

Higher Education

Source: U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 5-Year Estimates (2020–2024) • Table S1401, S1501

Transportation & Commute

Mean Commute Time

26.0 min

Drive Alone Rate

70.1%

Public Transit

0.6%

Work From Home

17.6%

Commute Mode

Vehicle Ownership

Source: U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 5-Year Estimates (2020–2024) • Table S0801, B08141

Age Distribution

Under 18

22.2%

18-34 Years

21.9%

35-64 Years

38.8%

65+ Years

17.1%

Population Composition

Under 1822.2%

18-3421.9%

35-6438.8%

65+17.1%

The age distribution of a community impacts local services, school requirements, and the labor market. A higher percentage of youth suggests a need for schools and family services, while a larger senior population may indicate a retirement destination or a need for healthcare services.

Source: U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 5-Year Estimates (2020–2024) • Table S0101

Household Composition

Married Couples

47.3%

Single Parent

6.8%

Living Alone

28.1%

Avg Size

2.49

Household Types

Married Couples47.3%

Single Parent6.8%

Living Alone28.1%

Household composition offers insights into the social fabric of a community. A high percentage of married couples often correlates with stability and higher household incomes, while a significant number of single-person households may indicate a younger transient population or an aging community.

Source: U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 5-Year Estimates (2020–2024) • Table S1101

Economic Profile

Per Capita Income

$43,752

SNAP Usage

11.4%

Health Insurance

90.6%

Household Income Breakdown

Under $25k13.8%

$25k - $50k17.0%

$50k - $100k29.6%

$100k+39.6%

Key Industries

Manufacturing

5.3%

Retail Trade

12.1%

Education & Health Care

20.6%

Source: U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 5-Year Estimates (2020–2024) • Table S1901, S2201, DP03

Health & Disability

Disability Rate

13.5%With Disability

Percentage of the civilian noninstitutionalized population with a disability.

Health Insurance Coverage

90.6%With Coverage

Percentage of the civilian noninstitutionalized population with health insurance coverage.

Why this matters: High disability rates may indicate a need for accessible infrastructure and specialized healthcare services. Health insurance coverage is a key indicator of a community's access to preventative care and financial resilience against medical emergencies.

Source: U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 5-Year Estimates (2020–2024) • Table S1810, S2701

Technology Access

Broadband Internet

92.5%vs ~90% National Avg

Computer Ownership

96.8%vs ~95% National Avg

Source: U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 5-Year Estimates (2020–2024) • Table S2801

Cost of Living & Housing

Cost of Living Scale

Lower is better

99.5

0130

Below average< 97

Near average97 - 103

Above average> 103

Prices compared with the US average (100). 105 means about 5% more expensive than average.

Housing Affordability

Higher is better

115.9

0200

Hard to Afford< 80

Moderate80 - 100

Affordable> 100

100 means a family earning the median family income just qualifies to buy the median-value home (20% down, 30-year loan at 6.72%).

Source: BEA Regional Price Parities · NAR affordability formula with Census ACS 2020–2024 incomes and home values and the Freddie Mac 30-year rate (2024)

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