Jennings, FL

Florida · Metropolitan Area

Jennings is a small town in Florida with a population of 848. Residents earn $25,795 per year, which is 66% below the national average.

2.4 /5.0
C Fair
848 Population 319/sq mi density
$25,795 Median Income $14,411 per capita
$91,400 Home Value $236,528 Zillow
$590 Median Rent 51.0% income on rent
67°F Avg Temperature
115 Violent Crime/100K 1,730 property/100K
C
Overall
2.4 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C
Economy
2.3 / 5.0
$25,795 median income, 0.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
4.7 / 5.0
$91,400 home value, $590/mo rent
F
Safety
1.0 / 5.0
115 violent crimes/100K (70% below avg)
D
Education
1.7 / 5.0
8.4% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $25,795
66% lower than US avg
Home Value $91,400
68% lower than US avg
Violent Crime 115/100K
70% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 8.4%
75% lower than US avg
Median Rent $590
49% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 46.1%
44% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 36.4%
194% higher than US avg

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

People

Population848
Median Age26.2 yrs
Density319/mi²
Male / Female40% / 61%
Largest GroupWhite 35%
Veterans4.0%

Economy

C
Median Income$25,795
Per Capita$14,411
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty36.4%
County GDP$7,135M
Commute40 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$91,400
Rent$590
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$236,528
Rent Burden51.0%

Crime

F
Violent115/100K
Property1,730/100K
Murder0.0/100K
Assault115/100K
Burglary1,038/100K

Health

Obesity46.1%
UninsuredN/A
Depression19.3%
Heart Disease8.9%

Climate

Avg Temp67°F
AQI41 (Good)
Rain48.4 in/yr
Elevation146 ft

Education

D
Bachelor's+8.4%
High School+54.6%
School Score5.60

Community

2024 VoteR 59% / D 41%
Commute40 min
Broadband69.8%
EV Stations1
Libraries4

Is Jennings a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Jennings receives an overall livability score of 2.4 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, long commute times. Jennings has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Jennings is $25,795, 66% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. The poverty rate of 36.4% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 40 minutes, longer than the typical American commute of 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Jennings is $91,400, 68% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $590 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. A price-to-income ratio of 3.5x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Safety & Crime

Jennings is a very safe community with a violent crime rate of 115 per 100,000 residents — well below the national average of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 1,730 per 100,000, near the national average.

Education

8.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 54.6% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.6/10.

Climate & Weather

Jennings enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 67°F. Winters average 51°F in January while summers reach 81°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 48.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Jennings has a population of 848 with a density of 319 people per square mile. The median age is 26.2 years, 33% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (35.1%), with 15.2% Hispanic, 22.6% Black.

Population

848
Total Population
319
People / sq mi
26.2yrs
Median Age
33% below US avg
2.7mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 39.5%
Female 60.5%

Race & Ethnicity

Jennings vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only58.6%
25% below US avg
Spanish41.4%
209% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Jennings vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Jennings is $25,795, which is 66% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 36.4% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 40 minutes.

Income: Jennings vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$25,795
66% below US avg
Per Capita Income$14,411
Avg Weekly Wage$933
IRS Avg AGI$61,270

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate36.4%
194% above US avg
Establishments (County)3,318
County GDP$7,135M

Business (County)

Restaurants286
Healthcare445
Retail520
Manufacturing95

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$3,773
8% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate4.13%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time39.9 min
Drive Alone63.4%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home2.2%

Walkability

The median home value in Jennings is $91,400, 68% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $590 (49% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $236,528.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$91,400
68% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$236,528

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$590
49% below US avg
Rent Burden51.0%

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$1,212
1 Bedroom$1,296
2 Bedrooms$1,526
3 Bedrooms$1,971
4 Bedrooms$2,261

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied56.9%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$3,773
8% above US avg
Effective Rate4.13%
In Jennings, 46.1% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 19.3% report depression. 39.0% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity46.1%
44% above US avg
Diabetes18.9%
Heart Disease8.9%
High Blood Pressure41.4%
Asthma11.1%
COPD10.7%
Stroke5.3%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking13.5%
Physical Inactivity39.0%
Depression19.3%
Mental Distress21.5%
Physical Distress19.9%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate68.9%
Checkup Rate75.6%
Premature Death11,342/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.3/10
Exercise Access76.3%
Healthcare Facilities445
Jennings has a violent crime rate of 115 per 100,000 residents, 70% below the national average of 380. Property crime stands at 1,730 per 100,000 (12% below US avg). The murder rate is 0.0 per 100,000.

Crime Rates: Jennings vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)

Violent Crime

Total Violent115.3/100K
70% below US avg
Murder0.0/100K
100% below US avg
Rape0.0/100K
Robbery0.0/100K
Assault115.3/100K

Property Crime

Total Property1,730.1/100K
12% below US avg
Burglary1,038.1/100K
Theft692.0/100K
Vehicle Theft0.0/100K
Arson0.0/100K

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)19

Safety Score

Safety GradeF
Safety Score1.0 / 5.0
Jennings has an average annual temperature of 67°F (19°C). Winters average 51°F in January while summers reach 81°F in July. Annual precipitation is 48.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Temperature

51°F Jan (10°C) 81°F Jul (27°C)
Annual Average67.0°F
24% above US avg
January Average51°F (10°C)
July Average81°F (27°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall48.4 inches
27% above US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median41.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation146 ft (45 m)
Area2.7 sq mi (6.9 km²)
Population Density319/sq mi
Coordinates30.5968°N, 83.1070°W
County FIPS13185
It is classified as Metro — under 250K. 8.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (75% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 18-point margin. 69.8% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 58.8%
D 40.8%

Winner: Republican by 18 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+8.4%
75% below US avg
High School+54.6%
School Test Score5.60
D Education Grade (1.7/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 3Metro — under 250K
Population Density319/sq mi
Total Area2.7 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access69.8%
EV Charging Stations1
Alt Fuel Stations1
Public Libraries4
Healthcare Facilities445
Restaurants286
Retail Stores520

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)19
F Safety Grade (1.0/5.0)

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute39.9 min
Drive Alone63.4%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home2.2%

Nearby Cities

Compare Jennings with another city: