Florida
Jasper is a small town in Florida with a population of 4,485. Residents earn $41,759 per year, which is 44% below the national average.
Based on current data, Jasper receives an overall livability score of 2.7 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include low unemployment, low crime rates, affordable housing. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes, high obesity rates. Jasper has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.
The median household income in Jasper is $41,759, 44% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.2%. The poverty rate of 24.8% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 18 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.
The median home value in Jasper is $100,100, 64% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $744 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.4x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.
Jasper is a very safe community with a violent crime rate of 120 per 100,000 residents — well below the national average of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 3,507 per 100,000, 79% above the national average.
9.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 68.7% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.6/10.
Jasper enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 69°F. Winters average 54°F in January while summers reach 83°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 53.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.
| English Only | 89.6% |
| 14% above US avg | |
| Spanish | 10.4% |
| 22% below US avg |
| Median HH Income | $41,759 |
| 44% below US avg | |
| Per Capita Income | $11,125 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $1,107 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $51,940 |
| Unemployment | 0.2% |
| 94% below US avg | |
| Poverty Rate | 24.8% |
| 100% above US avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 248 |
| County GDP | $782M |
| Restaurants | 12 |
| Healthcare | 23 |
| Retail | 38 |
| Manufacturing | 6 |
| Property Tax (IRS) | $3,108 |
| 11% below US avg | |
| Effective Tax Rate | 3.10% |
| Commute Time | 17.6 min |
| Work from Home | 3.3% |
| Census Median | $100,100 |
| 64% below US avg | |
| Zillow ZHVI | $176,448 |
| Census Median Rent | $744 |
| 36% below US avg |
| Studio | $1,212 |
| 1 Bedroom | $1,296 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1,526 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,971 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $2,261 |
| Owner-Occupied | 52.4% |
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $3,108 |
| 11% below US avg | |
| Effective Rate | 3.10% |
| Obesity | 45.4% |
| 41% above US avg | |
| Diabetes | 17.6% |
| Heart Disease | 8.8% |
| High Blood Pressure | 45.3% |
| Asthma | 10.2% |
| COPD | 10.8% |
| Stroke | 5.2% |
| Binge Drinking | 15.1% |
| Physical Inactivity | 35.4% |
| Depression | 16.8% |
| Mental Distress | 20.8% |
| Physical Distress | 18.4% |
| Insurance Rate | 84.7% |
| Checkup Rate | 74.6% |
| Premature Death | 14,094/100K |
| Food Environment | 6.7/10 |
| Exercise Access | 25.1% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 23 |
| Total Violent | 120.1/100K |
| 68% below US avg | |
| Murder | 0.0/100K |
| 100% below US avg | |
| Rape | 24.0/100K |
| Robbery | 24.0/100K |
| Assault | 72.1/100K |
| Total Property | 3,507.1/100K |
| 79% above US avg | |
| Burglary | 1,345.2/100K |
| Theft | 1,993.8/100K |
| Vehicle Theft | 168.2/100K |
| Arson | 0.0/100K |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 9 |
| Safety Grade | F |
| Safety Score | 1.0 / 5.0 |
| Annual Average | 69.1°F |
| 28% above US avg | |
| January Average | 54°F (12°C) |
| July Average | 83°F (28°C) |
| Annual Rainfall | 53.6 inches |
| 41% above US avg |
| AQI Median | 41.0 |
| Rating | Good |
| Elevation | 154 ft (47 m) |
| Area | 4.3 sq mi (11.1 km²) |
| Population Density | 1,043/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 30.4559°N, 82.9342°W |
| County FIPS | 12047 |
Winner: Republican by 39 points
| Bachelor's Degree+ | 9.0% |
| 73% below US avg | |
| High School+ | 68.7% |
| School Test Score | 5.60 |
| RUCC Code 8 | Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent |
| Population Density | 1,043/sq mi |
| Total Area | 4.3 sq mi |
| EV Charging Stations | 3 |
| Alt Fuel Stations | 3 |
| Public Libraries | 3 |
| Healthcare Facilities | 23 |
| Restaurants | 12 |
| Retail Stores | 38 |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 9 |
| Avg Commute | 17.6 min |
| Work from Home | 3.3% |