Florida · Metropolitan Area
Jay is a small town in Florida with a population of 706. Residents earn $36,964 per year, which is 51% below the national average.
Based on current data, Jay receives an overall livability score of 3.1 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include affordable housing, strong internet connectivity. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes. Jay offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.
The median household income in Jay is $36,964, 51% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate of 6.4% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. The poverty rate of 19.2% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 36 minutes, longer than the typical American commute of 28 minutes.
The median home value in Jay is $126,800, 55% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $1,008 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. A price-to-income ratio of 3.4x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.
14.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 69.9% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.6/10.
Jay enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 65°F. Winters average 48°F in January while summers reach 80°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 67.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.
| English Only | 97.8% |
| 25% above US avg | |
| Spanish | 2.2% |
| 84% below US avg |
| Median HH Income | $36,964 |
| 51% below US avg | |
| Per Capita Income | $23,835 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $985 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $88,416 |
| Unemployment | 6.4% |
| 78% above US avg | |
| Poverty Rate | 19.2% |
| 55% above US avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 4,629 |
| County GDP | $7,899M |
| Restaurants | 272 |
| Healthcare | 391 |
| Retail | 411 |
| Manufacturing | 58 |
| Property Tax (IRS) | $5,381 |
| 54% above US avg | |
| Effective Tax Rate | 4.24% |
| Commute Time | 35.8 min |
| Drive Alone | 67.3% |
| Public Transit | 0.0% |
| Work from Home | 3.3% |
| Census Median | $126,800 |
| 55% below US avg | |
| Zillow ZHVI | $269,951 |
| Census Median Rent | $1,008 |
| 13% below US avg | |
| Rent Burden | 27.5% |
| Studio | $1,212 |
| 1 Bedroom | $1,296 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1,526 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,971 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $2,261 |
| Owner-Occupied | 43.4% |
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $5,381 |
| 54% above US avg | |
| Effective Rate | 4.24% |
| Obesity | 33.7% |
| 5% above US avg | |
| Diabetes | 10.6% |
| Heart Disease | 6.3% |
| High Blood Pressure | 33.6% |
| Asthma | 10.6% |
| COPD | 8.1% |
| Stroke | 3.4% |
| Binge Drinking | 17.9% |
| Physical Inactivity | 23.5% |
| Depression | 22.5% |
| Mental Distress | 20.9% |
| Physical Distress | 15.3% |
| Insurance Rate | 80.2% |
| Checkup Rate | 76.2% |
| Premature Death | 8,239/100K |
| Food Environment | 8.0/10 |
| Exercise Access | 62.1% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 391 |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 20 |
| FEMA Disasters | 91 |
| Annual Average | 65.3°F |
| 21% above US avg | |
| January Average | 48°F (9°C) |
| July Average | 80°F (27°C) |
| Annual Rainfall | 67.6 inches |
| 78% above US avg | |
| Snowfall | 0.1 inches/yr |
| AQI Median | 41.0 |
| Rating | Good |
| Elevation | 261 ft (80 m) |
| Area | 1.7 sq mi (4.3 km²) |
| Population Density | 425/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 30.9504°N, 87.1523°W |
| County FIPS | 12113 |
Winner: Republican by 51 points
| Bachelor's Degree+ | 14.4% |
| 57% below US avg | |
| High School+ | 69.9% |
| School Test Score | 5.60 |
| RUCC Code 2 | Metro — 250K–1M |
| Population Density | 425/sq mi |
| Total Area | 1.7 sq mi |
| Broadband Access | 95.5% |
| Public Libraries | 6 |
| Healthcare Facilities | 391 |
| Restaurants | 272 |
| Retail Stores | 411 |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 20 |
| FEMA Disaster Declarations | 91 |
| Avg Commute | 35.8 min |
| Drive Alone | 67.3% |
| Public Transit | 0.0% |
| Work from Home | 3.3% |