Gulf Breeze, FL
Full City Profile · Florida · Escambia County County
Gulf Breeze, FL
At a Glance
How Gulf Breeze Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Gulf Breeze's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Gulf Breeze a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Gulf Breeze residents earn a median household income of $108,575 , which is 44% above the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $71,812. The unemployment rate stands at 8.8% (144% above the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 0.5% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 9,738 business establishments, including 657 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Gulf Breeze is $484,800 , 72% above the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $478,656. Median rent is $1,246/month, with 44.5% of renters spending more than 30% of income on housing. The cost of living index is 103.4 (100 = national average). The median home was built in 1973.
Safety & Crime
Gulf Breeze reports 14 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 96% below the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 315/100K.
Education
58.0% of adults in Gulf Breeze hold a bachelor's degree or higher (72% above the national average). 95.7% have completed high school. Local schools score 5.2/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Gulf Breeze has an average annual temperature of 69°F (21°C). Winters average 53°F in January while summers reach 84°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 68.3 inches.