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18 discussions from residents and visitors

Madelyn W.

Housing market in Jacksonville right now

Alright, I work in legal and Crime rate is something to consider -Jacksonville sits at 958.5 per 100K. With a population of 29,285, Jacksonville is a smaller city. The school system varies a lot by neighborhood. It's not perfect, but the community is solid. The parks and outdoor areas are a huge plu...

1 replies 23 upvotes housing
Melanie Gonzalez

What I wish I knew before living in Jacksonville

Anyone else feel this way? My partner and I are Homes are going for about $155,300 on average. Poverty rate is 13.7%, which is around average. The city has invested a lot in new development. Would love some local perspective. There's a real sense of community in certain neighborhoods. It's a very ca...

4 replies 20 upvotes living
Emilia W.

Best restaurants in Jacksonville?

It's a a smaller city city with about 29,285 people. Rent is about $913/month for a decent place. Traffic can be rough during rush hour, no sugarcoating that. Anyone in a similar situation? It's changing fast -some good, some not so much. Cost of living is definitely rising, but still manageable. Co...

3 replies 19 upvotes qa
Santiago Mitchell

Things that make Jacksonville unique

Hey, My family moved here when I was a kid. Rent is about $913/month for a decent place. Household incomes average around $46,947 in Jacksonville. You can expect to pay around $913 for rent here. The median home value here is around $155,300, which is actually reasonable. It's not perfect, but the c...

5 replies 2 upvotes best-worst
Ronald D.

Affordable areas near Jacksonville?

Hey everyone, I'm originally from Chicago and Crime rate is something to consider -Jacksonville sits at 958.5 per 100K. The school system varies a lot by neighborhood. It's changing fast -some good, some not so much. Does this match your experience? Public transit needs a lot of work honestly.

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Ronald D.

Grocery stores in Jacksonville -recommendations?

Alright, I work in hospitality and It's a a smaller city city with about 29,285 people. Household incomes average around $46,947 in Jacksonville. I'd say it's better for families than young singles. It's a very car-dependent city, for better or worse. Should I be concerned? There's a growing tech sc...

2 replies 30 upvotes qa
Axel Lopez

How much do you pay for rent in Jacksonville?

Longtime lurker here, Homes are going for about $155,300 on average. Poverty rate is 13.7%, which is around average. Average temperature is around 62--F, so the weather is moderate. Crime rate is something to consider -Jacksonville sits at 958.5 per 100K. It's not perfect, but the community is solid...

0 replies 12 upvotes housing
detroit_andrew

Best kept secrets of Jacksonville, AR

Crime rate is something to consider -Jacksonville sits at 958.5 per 100K. People here are genuinely friendly, not just surface-level. The weather takes some getting used to. People here are genuinely friendly, not just surface-level. It's not perfect, but the community is solid.

0 replies 5 upvotes best-worst
Melanie Gonzalez

Best industries in Jacksonville right now

Hello, The unemployment rate is 4.9%, which is about average. Household incomes average around $46,947 in Jacksonville. Poverty rate is 13.7%, which is around average. Homes are going for about $155,300 on average. Crime rate is something to consider -Jacksonville sits at 958.5 per 100K. It's a very...

3 replies 26 upvotes jobs
Natalie Hill

Is Jacksonville getting better or worse?

Alright, My partner and I are Poverty rate is 13.7%, which is around average. Household incomes average around $46,947 in Jacksonville. It's a a smaller city city with about 29,285 people. There's a real sense of community in certain neighborhoods. Public transit needs a lot of work honestly. What a...

12 replies 6 upvotes living
Savannah Morales

Jacksonville is underrated, change my mind

Been meaning to ask this. I'm a college student here and It's a a smaller city city with about 29,285 people. With a population of 29,285, Jacksonville is a smaller city. The suburbs are where most families end up. Is this normal for Jacksonville?

13 replies 22 upvotes living
Carson Diaz

Job hunting in Jacksonville -tips?

Not sure if this has been asked before, but I'm a college student here and Average temperature is around 62--F, so the weather is moderate. Crime rate is something to consider -Jacksonville sits at 958.5 per 100K. Homes are going for about $155,300 on average. Rent is about $913/month for a decent p...

2 replies 3 upvotes jobs
Natalie Hill

Moving to Jacksonville -what should I know?

Anyone else feel this way? Military spouse here. Homes are going for about $155,300 on average. With a population of 29,285, Jacksonville is a smaller city. It's changing fast -some good, some not so much. Night life is decent if you know the right spots. Thanks!

15 replies 22 upvotes moving
Roman L.

Job market in Jacksonville for tech?

Longtime lurker here, Been living here since 2009. Average temperature is around 62--F, so the weather is moderate. Thoughts? Cheers.

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Landon Phillips

How is Jacksonville for outdoor activities?

Military spouse here. You can expect to pay around $913 for rent here. The food scene here is surprisingly good. Thanks! The suburbs are where most families end up. There's a growing tech scene which is exciting. Traffic can be rough during rush hour, no sugarcoating that.

7 replies 5 upvotes qa
Ellie C.

Is Jacksonville worth it salary-wise?

Hello, Military spouse here. Median household income is $46,947, which feels on the lower side for the area. Average temperature is around 62--F, so the weather is moderate. Poverty rate is 13.7%, which is around average. The median home value here is around $155,300, which is actually reasonable. P...

1 replies 17 upvotes jobs
Ronald D.

Housing market in Jacksonville right now

Random thought, My family moved here when I was a kid. Poverty rate is 13.7%, which is around average. Public transit needs a lot of work honestly. Honestly, I think it's a great place if you know where to look.

14 replies 9 upvotes housing
Madelyn W.

Moving to Jacksonville for work -advice?

The median home value here is around $155,300, which is actually reasonable. Rent is about $913/month for a decent place. You can expect to pay around $913 for rent here. The weather takes some getting used to. I'd say it's better for families than young singles. Downtown has improved a lot in recen...

12 replies 19 upvotes moving
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