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Jacksonville, NY

New York · Metropolitan Area

Jacksonville is a small town in New York with a population of 539. Residents earn $60,000 per year, which is 20% below the national average.

4.1 /5.0
A Great
539 Population 149/sq mi density
$60,000 Median Income $35,032 per capita
$190,600 Home Value
$1,583 Median Rent 40.5% income on rent
48°F Avg Temperature 260 sunny days/yr
A
Overall
4.1 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.5 / 5.0
$60,000 median income, 6.4% unemployment
A+
Affordability
4.9 / 5.0
$190,600 home value, $1,583/mo rent
B+
Education
4.0 / 5.0
36.9% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $60,000
20% lower than US avg
Home Value $190,600
32% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 36.9%
9% higher than US avg
Median Rent $1,583
36% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 26.6%
17% lower than US avg
Unemployment 6.4%
78% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.7%
94% lower than US avg

How Jacksonville Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)

People

Population539
Median Age54.5 yrs
Density149/mi²
Male / Female55% / 45%
Largest GroupWhite 88%
Veterans3.1%

Economy

B+
Median Income$60,000
Per Capita$35,032
Unemployment6.4%
Poverty0.7%
County GDP$7,966M
Commute23 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$190,600
Rent$1,583
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units317
Rent Burden40.5%

Health

Obesity26.6%
Uninsured4.3%
Smoking10.2%
Depression22.8%
Heart Disease4.8%

Climate

Avg Temp48°F (9°C)
AQI36 (Good)
Rain37.0 in/yr
Sunny Days260/yr
Elevation1,059 ft (323 m)

Education

B+
Bachelor's+36.9%
High School+88.4%
Graduate+18.9%
School Score5.39

Community

2024 VoteR 25% / D 75%
Commute23 min
Broadband100.0%
Libraries6

Is Jacksonville a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Jacksonville receives an overall livability score of 4.1 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include affordable housing, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment. Jacksonville stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Jacksonville is $60,000, 20% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate of 6.4% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. Only 0.7% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 23 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Jacksonville is $190,600, 32% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $1,583 per month, significantly above the national average of $1,163. A price-to-income ratio of 3.2x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Education

Educational attainment is solid, with 36.9% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 88.4% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.4/10.

Climate & Weather

Jacksonville experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 48°F. Winters average 24°F in January while summers reach 70°F in July. With 260 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 37.0 inches, including 56.2 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.

Jacksonville has a population of 539 with a density of 149 people per square mile. The median age is 54.5 years, 40% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (87.6%), with 1.5% Hispanic.

Population

539
Total Population
149
People / sq mi
54.5yrs
Median Age
40% above US avg
3.6mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 55.3%
Female 44.7%

Race & Ethnicity

Jacksonville vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only98.9%
26% above US avg
Spanish1.1%
92% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Jacksonville vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Jacksonville is $60,000, which is 20% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 6.4% (above the 3.6% US average). 0.7% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 23 minutes.

Income: Jacksonville vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$60,000
20% below US avg
Per Capita Income$35,032
Avg Weekly Wage$1,342
IRS Avg AGI$84,199

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment6.4%
78% above US avg
Poverty Rate0.7%
94% below US avg
Establishments (County)2,766
County GDP$7,966M

Business (County)

Restaurants308
Healthcare284
Retail297
Manufacturing90

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$10,596
203% above US avg
Cost of Living107.90 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate5.56%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time22.8 min
Drive Alone62.6%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home25.1%

Walkability

The median home value in Jacksonville is $190,600, 32% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,583 (36% above US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$190,600
32% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,583
36% above US avg
Rent Burden40.5%

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$1,215
1 Bedroom$1,315
2 Bedrooms$1,579
3 Bedrooms$1,976
4 Bedrooms$2,193

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied76.0%
Housing Units317
Median Year Built1958

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$10,596
203% above US avg
Effective Rate5.56%
In Jacksonville, 26.6% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 4.3% of residents lack health insurance. 10.2% are current smokers. 22.8% report depression. 16.6% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Jacksonville vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity26.6%
17% below US avg
Diabetes7.2%
Heart Disease4.8%
High Blood Pressure26.7%
Asthma10.3%
COPD4.6%
Cancer8.1%
Stroke2.3%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking10.2%
27% below US avg
Binge Drinking20.5%
Physical Inactivity16.6%
Depression22.8%
Mental Distress15.5%
Physical Distress10.5%
Short Sleep32.6%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate100.0%
Uninsured4.3%
50% below US avg
Primary Care1:1,252
Dentists1:1,663
Mental Health1:224
Checkup Rate76.2%
Dental Visits70.1%
Premature Death5,563/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.3/10
Exercise Access89.1%
Healthcare Facilities284
Jacksonville has an average annual temperature of 48°F (9°C). Winters average 24°F in January while summers reach 70°F in July. Annual precipitation is 37.0 inches. The area enjoys 260 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.

Temperature

24°F Jan (-5°C) 70°F Jul (21°C)
Annual Average47.6°F
12% below US avg
January Average24°F (-5°C)
July Average70°F (21°C)
Sunny Days260 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall37.0 inches
3% below US avg
Snowfall56.2 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median36.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,059 ft (323 m)
Area3.6 sq mi (9.3 km²)
Population Density149/sq mi
Coordinates42.5061°N, 76.6188°W
TimezoneAmerica/New_York
County FIPS36109
It is classified as Metro — under 250K. 36.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (9% above US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Democrat by a 50.6-point margin. 100.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 24.7%
D 75.3%

Winner: Democrat by 50.6 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+36.9%
9% above US avg
High School+88.4%
Graduate Degree+18.9%
School Test Score5.39
B+ Education Grade (4.0/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 3Metro — under 250K
Population Density149/sq mi
Total Area3.6 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access100.0%
Public Libraries6
Healthcare Facilities284
Restaurants308
Retail Stores297

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)5

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute22.8 min
Drive Alone62.6%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home25.1%

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