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Mary Esther, FL

Florida · Okaloosa County · Crestview-Fort Walton Beach-Destin Metro

Mary Esther is a small town in Florida with a population of 4,034. Residents earn $76,510 per year, which is 2% above the national average.

3.4 /5.0
B Good
4,034 Population 2,763/sq mi density
$76,510 Median Income $43,387 per capita
$255,300 Home Value $320,735 Zillow
$1,517 Median Rent 24.2% income on rent
70°F Avg Temperature 306 sunny days/yr
340 Violent Crime/100K 3,319 property/100K
B
Overall
3.4 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.3 / 5.0
$76,510 median income, 3.4% unemployment
A+
Affordability
4.8 / 5.0
$255,300 home value, $1,517/mo rent
F
Safety
1.0 / 5.0
340 violent crimes/100K (11% below avg)
B
Education
3.5 / 5.0
30.9% bachelor's degree or higher

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Full City Profile
Median Income $76,510
2% higher than US avg
Home Value $255,300
9% lower than US avg
Violent Crime 340/100K
11% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 30.9%
8% lower than US avg
Median Rent $1,517
30% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 29.7%
7% lower than US avg
Unemployment 3.4%
6% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 2.7%
78% lower than US avg

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

People

Population4,034
Median Age40.0 yrs
Density2,763/mi²
Male / Female48% / 52%
Largest GroupWhite 73%
Veterans15.2%

Economy

A
Median Income$76,510
Per Capita$43,387
Unemployment3.4%
Poverty2.7%
County GDP$19,003M
Commute25 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$255,300
Rent$1,517
Ownership69.7%
Zillow$320,735
Housing Units1,699
Rent Burden24.2%

Crime

F
Violent340/100K
Property3,319/100K

Health

Obesity29.7%
Uninsured11.8%
Smoking13.0%
Depression19.3%
Heart Disease5.1%

Climate

Avg Temp70°F (21°C)
AQI41 (Good)
Rain55.4 in/yr
Sunny Days306/yr
Elevation49 ft (15 m)

Education

B
Bachelor's+30.9%
High School+97.6%
Graduate+14.5%
School Score6.47

Community

2024 VoteR 71% / D 28%
Commute25 min
Broadband95.6%
EV Stations1
Libraries6

Is Mary Esther a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Mary Esther receives an overall livability score of 3.4 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low unemployment, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate, strong internet connectivity. Mary Esther offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Mary Esther is $76,510, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 3.4%, indicating a healthy job market. Only 2.7% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 25 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Mary Esther is $255,300, roughly aligned with the national median of $281,900. Renters pay a median of $1,517 per month, significantly above the national average of $1,163. A price-to-income ratio of 3.3x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Safety & Crime

Violent crime in Mary Esther is below the national average at 340 per 100,000 residents (U.S. avg: 380). Property crime occurs at a rate of 3,319 per 100,000, 69% above the national average.

Education

30.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 97.6% have completed high school. Local schools score 6.5/10 in standardized testing, reflecting strong academic performance.

Climate & Weather

Mary Esther enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 70°F. Winters average 54°F in January while summers reach 84°F in July. With 306 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 55.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Mary Esther has a population of 4,034 with a density of 2,763 people per square mile, spread across 1.5 square miles. The median age is 40.0 years, 3% older than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 51.7% female and 48.3% male. The city is predominantly White (72.6%), with 4.6% Hispanic, 6% Black. English is the primary language spoken at home by 91.4% of residents, while 8.6% speak Spanish. 15.2% of the population are veterans, above the national rate of 6.0%. 16.3% of residents have a disability (above the 13.0% national average). 86.2% have health insurance coverage.

Population

4,034
Total Population
2,763
People / sq mi
40.0yrs
Median Age
3% above US avg
1.5mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 48.3%
Female 51.7%

Race & Ethnicity

Mary Esther vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only 91.4%
16% above US avg
Spanish 8.6%
36% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Mary Esther vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Mary Esther is $76,510, which is 2% above the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $43,387 (above the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $1,185, 17% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 3.4% (below the 3.6% US average). 2.7% of residents live below the poverty line, lower than the national rate of 12.4%. The area has 7,597 business establishments, including 599 restaurants. The cost of living index is 103.4, roughly in line with the national average. Workers commute an average of 25 minutes. 5.9% of workers work from home (below the 15.2% national rate).

Income: Mary Esther vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$76,510
2% above US avg
Per Capita Income$43,387
Avg Weekly Wage$1,185
IRS Avg AGI$86,459
Gini Index0.439 (0=equal, 1=unequal)

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment3.4%
6% below US avg
Poverty Rate2.7%
78% below US avg
Establishments (County)7,597
County GDP$19,003M

Business (County)

Restaurants599
Healthcare699
Retail859
Manufacturing96

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$6,037
72% above US avg
Cost of Living103.40 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate2.36%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time25.0 min
Drive Alone76.4%
Public Transit0.1%
Work from Home5.9%

Walkability

The median home value in Mary Esther is $255,300, 9% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $320,735, higher than the Census estimate. Homes sell for 96% of their list price, suggesting buyers have room to negotiate. Monthly rent averages $1,517 (30% above the national average of $1,163). Fair market rent ranges from $1,296 for a one-bedroom to $1,526 for a two-bedroom apartment. 69.7% of housing units are owner-occupied. There are 1,699 total housing units in the city. The median year a home was built is 1975. The average annual property tax is $6,037 (higher than the $3,500 national average). 24.2% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing. The home price-to-income ratio is 3.3x.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$255,300
9% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$320,735
Median List Price$490,000

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$490,000
$/Sq Ft$223
Homes Sold3
Sale-to-List Ratio96.0%
Price Drops25.8%
Inventory31

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,517
30% above US avg
Zillow Rent (ZORI)$2,096
Rent Burden24.2%

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

Homeownership69.7%
Owner-Occupied69.7%
Renter-Occupied30.3%
Housing Units1,699
Median Year Built1975

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$6,037
72% above US avg
Effective Rate2.36%
In Mary Esther, 29.7% of adults are obese, below the national rate of 32.1%. 9.3% have diabetes. Heart disease affects 5.1% of residents. 29.4% have high blood pressure. 13.0% are current smokers. 18.8% report binge drinking. 22.1% are physically inactive. 19.3% report depression. 18.1% experience frequent mental distress. 11.8% of residents lack health insurance (above the 8.6% national rate). The primary care physician ratio is 1:1,431. The dentist ratio is 1:1,216. 77.9% of residents have access to exercise opportunities. The food environment index is 7.7 out of 10.

Health Metrics: Mary Esther vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity29.7%
7% below US avg
Diabetes9.3%
Heart Disease5.1%
High Blood Pressure29.4%
Asthma9.5%
COPD5.6%
Cancer7.3%
Stroke2.7%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking13.0%
7% below US avg
Binge Drinking18.8%
Physical Inactivity22.1%
Depression19.3%
Mental Distress18.1%
Physical Distress12.2%
Short Sleep36.8%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate86.2%
Uninsured11.8%
37% above US avg
Primary Care1:1,431
Dentists1:1,216
Mental Health1:433
Checkup Rate74.2%
Dental Visits63.5%
Premature Death9,412/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.7/10
Exercise Access77.9%
Healthcare Facilities699
Mary Esther has a violent crime rate of 340 per 100,000 residents, 11% below the national average of 380. Property crime stands at 3,319 per 100,000, 69% above the U.S. average. The county recorded 19 fatal traffic crashes. Overall, Mary Esther receives a safety grade of F.

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

Violent Crime

Total Violent340.0/100K
11% below US avg

Property Crime

Total Property3,318.8/100K
69% above US avg

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)19
Traffic Accidents321
Avg Accident Severity2.0 / 4.0

Safety Score

Safety GradeF
Safety Score1.0 / 5.0
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Mary Esther enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 70°F (21°C). Winters average 54°F in January while summers reach 84°F in July. The area gets 306 sunny days per year, well above the U.S. average of 205 / making it one of the sunnier locations in the country. Annual precipitation totals 55.4 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41. The city sits at an elevation of 49 feet, near sea level.

Temperature

54°F Jan (12°C) 84°F Jul (29°C)
Annual Average69.8°F
29% above US avg
January Average54°F (12°C)
July Average84°F (29°C)
Sunny Days306 days/yr

Geography

Elevation49 ft (15 m)
Area1.5 sq mi (3.9 km²)
Population Density2,763/sq mi
Coordinates30.4117°N, 86.6590°W
TimezoneAmerica/New_York
CountyOkaloosa County County
Nearest AirportPensacola International (PNS)
32 miles away

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 55.4"
46% above US avg
Wettest Month (Jul) 7.76"
Driest Month (Oct) 3.66"

Air Quality

AQI Median41.0
RatingGood

Air Pollutants (EPA 2023)

Ozone (O₃)0.0420 ppm

Natural Hazard Risk

Overall RiskRelatively Moderate
Risk Score92.5 / 100
Social Vulnerability26.8 / 100
Community Resilience41.6 / 100

Hazard Breakdown

Tornado Relatively High
Hurricane Very High
Earthquake Relatively Low
Wildfire Relatively Low
Flood Relatively Moderate
Hail Very Low
Strong Wind Relatively Moderate
Heat Wave Relatively Moderate
Winter Weather Relatively Low
Lightning Very High
Ice Storm Relatively Low
Drought Very Low
Cold Wave Relatively Moderate
Landslide Very Low
Coastal Flood Relatively Moderate
Source: FEMA National Risk Index v1.20 (Dec 2025)

Earthquake History

15 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M4.8. Most recent: M2.6 on Apr 12, 2019.

Oct 24, 1997 15 km NNW of Flomaton, Alabama M4.8 102 km
Oct 26, 1997 11 km NNW of Flomaton, Alabama M3.7 98 km
Feb 18, 2011 22 km SSE of Dauphin Island, Alabama M3.5 134 km
Sep 30, 2003 10 km NNW of Atmore, Alabama M3.3 114 km
May 4, 1997 9 km ESE of Atmore, Alabama M3.1 96 km
Mar 11, 2019 4 km N of Flomaton, Alabama M3.1 91 km
Apr 11, 2019 6 km NNW of Pollard, Alabama M3.1 91 km
Oct 28, 1997 11 km NNW of Flomaton, Alabama M3.0 98 km
Sep 25, 2003 14 km N of Atmore, Alabama M2.9 116 km
Mar 7, 2019 2 km NW of Jay, Florida M2.8 79 km
Mar 24, 2019 2 km ESE of Century, Florida M2.7 83 km
Nov 10, 2012 16 km S of Dauphin Island, Alabama M2.6 142 km
Apr 12, 2019 13 km NW of Flomaton, Alabama M2.6 101 km
Sep 5, 2000 1 km ENE of Monroeville, Alabama M2.5 140 km
Apr 11, 2019 8 km NW of Pollard, Alabama M2.5 93 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Hurricane History

20 hurricanes (Cat 1+) within 500 km since 1980. Strongest: Category 5. Most recent: Helene (2024, Cat 4).

Year Name Category Closest
2024 Helene Category 4 288 km
2023 Idalia Category 4 287 km
2020 Sally Category 2 83 km
2020 Zeta Category 1 240 km
2018 Michael Category 5 120 km
2017 Nate Category 1 225 km
2016 Hermine Category 1 237 km
2012 Isaac Category 1 289 km
2009 Ida Category 1 290 km
2005 Katrina Category 4 283 km
2005 Dennis Category 4 42 km
2004 Ivan Category 4 114 km
1998 Georges Category 2 207 km
1998 Earl Category 2 86 km
1997 Danny Category 1 119 km
1995 Opal Category 4 44 km
1995 Erin Category 2 40 km
1988 Florence Category 1 292 km
1985 Elena Category 3 100 km
1985 Kate Category 3 115 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980–2026)

Tornado History

504 tornadoes (EF0+) within 100 km since 1950. Strongest: EF3. Total: 24 fatalities, 597 injuries.

Date Rating Distance Fatalities
Jan 9, 2024 EF3 92 km 0
Feb 23, 2016 EF3 53 km 0
Feb 15, 2016 EF3 86 km 0
Oct 13, 2001 EF3 98 km 0
Feb 7, 1971 EF3 50 km 0
Dec 10, 1967 EF3 49 km 0
Oct 30, 1967 EF3 59 km 0
Dec 25, 1964 EF3 8 km 0
Mar 31, 1962 EF3 48 km 17
Dec 10, 1961 EF3 87 km 0
May 5, 1956 EF3 55 km 0
May 10, 2024 EF2 73 km 0
Jan 9, 2024 EF2 100 km 0
Jun 15, 2023 EF2 59 km 0
Jan 22, 2023 EF2 33 km 0
Mar 18, 2022 EF2 95 km 0
Jun 19, 2021 EF2 82 km 0
Apr 10, 2021 EF2 74 km 0
Feb 15, 2016 EF2 97 km 0
Apr 15, 2011 EF2 90 km 0
Source: NOAA SPC (EF0+, 1950–2024)

Wildfire History

20 wildfires (100+ acres) within 100 km. Largest: UNNAMED (10,557 ac, 2006).

Year Name Acres Distance
2006 UNNAMED 10,557 17 km
2006 UNNAMED 9,706 67 km
2013 UNNAMED 9,046 81 km
2008 UNNAMED 7,660 25 km
2010 UNNAMED 5,692 66 km
2007 UNNAMED 5,616 48 km
2013 LOW KEY 5,554 18 km
2013 UNNAMED 5,525 71 km
2012 UNNAMED 4,627 60 km
2009 UNNAMED 4,577 66 km
2007 UNNAMED 4,523 54 km
2011 UNNAMED 4,486 39 km
2008 UNNAMED 4,397 58 km
2010 UNNAMED 4,235 52 km
2012 UNNAMED 4,231 25 km
2008 UNNAMED 4,200 16 km
2009 UNNAMED 4,141 40 km
2010 UNNAMED 4,119 38 km
1998 UNNAMED 4,106 17 km
2011 UNNAMED 4,032 42 km
Source: NIFC/IRWIN (100+ acres)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 54°F (12°C) 5.1 in
February 54°F (12°C) 5.0 in Coldest
March 60°F (16°C) 6.1 in
April 66°F (19°C) 3.7 in
May 73°F (23°C) 4.5 in
June 79°F (26°C) 6.5 in
July 84°F (29°C) 7.8 in Warmest, Wettest
August 81°F (27°C) 6.9 in
September 78°F (26°C) 6.0 in
October 69°F (21°C) 3.7 in Driest
November 60°F (16°C) 4.2 in
December 54°F (12°C) 4.2 in

Mary Esther has a seasonal temperature swing of 30°F / from 54°F in February to 84°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 63.6 inches, with July being the wettest month (7.8") and October the driest (3.7").

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Mary Esther is located in Okaloosa County. It is classified as Metro / 250K–1M, part of a metropolitan area. 30.9% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 8% below the national average of 33.7%. 97.6% have completed high school. 14.5% hold a graduate or professional degree. Area schools have an average test score of 6.5 out of 10. In the 2024 presidential election, the county voted Republican with 70.7% of the vote, a 42.4-point margin. 95.6% of households have broadband internet access. The area has 1 EV charging stations. There are 6 public libraries serving the community. 699 healthcare facilities operate in the area. 76.4% of workers drive alone to work.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 70.7%
D 28.2%

Winner: Republican by 42.4 points

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)19
Traffic Accidents321
Avg Accident Severity2.0 / 4.0
F Safety Grade (1.0/5.0)

Education

Bachelor's Degree+30.9%
8% below US avg
High School+97.6%
Graduate Degree+14.5%
School Test Score6.47
B Education Grade (3.5/5.0)

Area & Infrastructure

RUCC Code 2Metro / 250K–1M
Population Density2,763/sq mi
Total Area1.5 sq mi
CountyOkaloosa County County

Services

Broadband Access95.6%
Avg Download Speed117.0 Mbps
Avg Upload Speed6.7 Mbps
Max Download Speed1,000 Mbps
EV Charging Stations1
Alt Fuel Stations1
Public Libraries6
Healthcare Facilities699
Restaurants599
Retail Stores859

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute25.0 min
Drive Alone76.4%
Public Transit0.1%
Work from Home5.9%
Average costs for common services in Mary Esther. Prices are estimated based on regional cost of living data and may vary by provider.

Healthcare

Doctor Visit (Primary Care) $259 ($155–$414)
Specialist Visit $362 ($207–$569)
Urgent Care Visit $207 ($103–$362)
Emergency Room Visit $2,275 ($827–$5,170)
Dental Cleaning $134 ($78–$207)
Dental Filling $259 ($155–$414)
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Auto Repair

Oil Change (Conventional) $47 ($26–$78)
Oil Change (Synthetic) $78 ($52–$124)
Brake Pad Replacement $310 ($155–$517)
Tire Rotation $41 ($21–$78)
New Tires (Set of 4) $620 ($414–$1,034)
Battery Replacement $207 ($103–$362)
View all 18 services

Home Services

Plumber (Per Hour) $103 ($62–$155)
Electrician (Per Hour) $93 ($52–$145)
HVAC Repair $414 ($155–$827)
HVAC System Install $7,238 ($4,136–$12,408)
Roof Repair $1,034 ($414–$2,068)
Roof Replacement $9,306 ($5,687–$15,510)
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Legal

Divorce (Uncontested) $1,551 ($517–$3,619)
Divorce (Contested) $15,510 ($5,170–$31,020)
DUI Defense $5,170 ($2,068–$10,340)
Bankruptcy (Chapter 7) $1,551 ($827–$3,102)
Will Preparation $517 ($207–$1,034)
Trust Preparation $2,585 ($1,034–$5,170)
View all 12 services

Personal Care

Men's Haircut $26 ($16–$47)
Women's Haircut $57 ($31–$103)
Hair Coloring (Full) $155 ($78–$259)
Manicure $26 ($16–$47)
Pedicure $41 ($26–$67)
Massage (1 Hour) $83 ($52–$134)
View all 12 services

Food & Grocery

Gallon of Milk (per gallon) $4.24 ($3.10–$5.69)
Dozen Eggs (per dozen) $3.62 ($2.59–$5.17)
Loaf of Bread $3.93 ($2.59–$5.69)
Chicken Breast (per lb) $4.65 ($3.10–$6.72)
Ground Beef (per lb) $5.69 ($4.14–$7.76)
Rice (per lb) $1.03 ($0.62–$1.86)
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Utilities

Electricity (Monthly) $145 ($83–$259)
Natural Gas (Monthly) $72 ($31–$155)
Water/Sewer (Monthly) $72 ($41–$124)
Internet (Monthly) $72 ($41–$103)
Cell Phone Plan (Monthly) $67 ($31–$103)
Cable TV (Monthly) $88 ($52–$155)
View all 8 services

Transportation

Monthly Parking (Downtown) $207 ($78–$517)
Car Insurance (Annual) $2,068 ($1,241–$3,619)
Bus Pass (Monthly) $72 ($31–$134)
Taxi/Uber (5-Mile Ride) $16 ($8.27–$26)
Car Registration (Annual) $103 ($31–$259)
Driver's License Renewal $31 ($16–$78)
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Education & Childcare

Daycare (Infant, Monthly) $1,241 ($620–$2,585)
Daycare (Toddler, Monthly) $1,034 ($517–$2,068)
After-School Care (Monthly) $414 ($207–$724)
Tutoring (Per Hour) $52 ($26–$103)
SAT/ACT Prep Course $1,034 ($414–$2,585)
Private School (K-12, Annual) $12,925 ($5,170–$31,020)
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Pets

Vet Visit (Routine Checkup) $62 ($31–$103)
Dog Vaccination (Annual) $103 ($52–$207)
Dog Grooming $62 ($31–$103)
Pet Boarding (Per Night) $41 ($21–$78)
Dog Spay/Neuter $310 ($155–$517)
Cat Spay/Neuter $207 ($103–$414)
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Childcare

Center-Based (monthly)
Infant$974
Toddler$801
Preschool$714
Family Childcare (monthly)
Infant$720
Toddler$714
Preschool$714
Source: DOL Women's Bureau (2022)

Top Industries in Okaloosa County

Largest private-sector industries by employment (BLS QCEW 2024 data, county level).

Industry Jobs Establishments Avg Annual Pay Location Quotient
Accommodation & Food Services 13,613 735 $30,470 1.67
Retail Trade 12,354 886 $38,773 1.38
Professional & Technical Services 11,007 1,102 $102,468 1.76
Health Care & Social Assistance 10,033 776 $58,492 0.78
Administrative & Waste Services 4,540 572 $52,101 0.86
Construction 4,314 830 $58,651 0.92
Other Services 2,880 536 $46,634 1.07
Manufacturing 2,802 194 $85,647 0.38
Real Estate 2,264 569 $47,627 1.63
Finance & Insurance 2,125 320 $90,962 0.58
Arts & Entertainment 1,521 154 $32,171 1.01
Transportation & Warehousing 1,405 159 $71,979 0.37
Wholesale Trade 1,206 170 $105,034 0.34
Educational Services 675 94 $49,694 0.36
Information & Technology 661 146 $106,865 0.39
Management of Companies 552 58 $95,980 0.36
Utilities 169 20 $77,026 0.50
Unclassified 69 112 $58,183 0.55

Schools in Mary Esther

2 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
FLOROSA ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Elementary 536 33 16.2:1
MARY ESTHER ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Elementary 441 30 14.7:1
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Radio Stations near Mary Esther

5 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
Abiding Radio - Instrumental christian MP3 128 kbps
Abiding Radio - Bluegrass Hymns christian MP3 128 kbps
Abiding Radio - Sacred christian MP3 128 kbps
Abiding Radio - Seasonal christian MP3 128 kbps
Abiding Radio - Kids christian MP3 128 kbps

Campgrounds Near Mary Esther

1 campgrounds found near Mary Esther.

NameRatingSitesPrice
Naval Live Oaks Youth Group Camping Free

National Parks Near Mary Esther

17 national parks and monuments found near Mary Esther.

ParkTypeFee
Big Lagoon State Park State Park Free
Blackwater River State Park State Park Free
Camp Helen State Park State Park Free
Deer Lake State Park State Park Free
Eden Gardens State Park State Park Free
Florala State Park State Park Free
Frank Jackson State Park State Park Free
Fred Gannon Rocky Bayou State Park State Park Free
Grayton Beach State Park State Park Free
Gulf Islands National Seashore National Seashore $25
Gulf State Park State Park Free
Henderson Beach State Park State Park Free
Inlet Beach State Park Free
Mayo Park State Park Free
Perdido Key State Park State Park Free
Ponce de Leon Springs State Park State Park Free
St. Andrews State Park State Park Free

Museums in Mary Esther

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
EMERALD COAST SCIENCE CENTERSCIENCE & TECHNOLOGY MUSEUM OR PLANETARIUM8506641261$362,016
AIR FORCE ARMAMENT MUSEUMGENERAL MUSEUM8506511808$113,626
HERITAGE MUSEUM ASSOCIATIONHISTORY MUSEUM8506782615$91,565
DESTIN HISTORY & FISHING MUSEUMHISTORY MUSEUM8508376611$82,031
WILLIAM AUGUSTUS BOWLES MUSEUM AND HISTORICAL FOUNDATIONHISTORIC PRESERVATION$46,635
VETERANS TRIBUTE TOWER MEMORIALHISTORIC PRESERVATION8505853166$44,312
CAMP WALTON SCHOOLHOUSE MUSEUMHISTORIC PRESERVATION8508339595
DESTIN FISHING MUSEUMGENERAL MUSEUM108 STAHLMAN AVE8508376611
FORT WALTON BEACH ART MUSEUM ASSOCIATIONART MUSEUM38 ROBINWOOD DRIVE SW8502441893
GOVERNOR STONEHISTORIC PRESERVATION
INDIAN TEMPLE MOUND MUSEUMGENERAL MUSEUM8508339595
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Libraries in Mary Esther

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
OKALOOSA COUNTY PUBLIC LIBRARY COOPERATIVE206 N. PARTIN DR.0.0542,053
SHALIMAR PUBLIC LIBRARY6 TENTH AVENUE0.02,996

Farmers Markets in Mary Esther

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Fort Walton Beach Farmers Market1976 Lewis Turner Blvd.
Okaloosa County Farmers Market1958 Lewis Turner Boulevard

Hotels in Mary Esther

3 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Baymont Fort Walton Beach Mary Esther
Holiday Inn Express & Suites Ft. Walton Bch - Hurlburt Area
Regency Inn

Restaurants in Mary Esther

8 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

El Paso Mexican Grill and Cantina
IHOP
LongHorn Steakhouse
Pedro's
Red Lobster
Red Lobster
TGI Friday's
Yiota's Greek Deli

Cafes in Mary Esther

3 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Starbucks
Starbucks
Starbucks

Cinemas in Mary Esther

1 cinemas within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Regal Santa Rosa 10

Clinics in Mary Esther

1 clinics within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

1st Special Operations Medical Group - Hurlburt Field

Veterinaries in Mary Esther

1 veterinaries within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Animal Hospital of the Emerald Coast

Gas Stations in Mary Esther

7 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

CEFCO
CEFCO
Citgo
Mobil
Murphy USA
Shell
Shell

Banks in Mary Esther

4 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Eglin Federal Credit Union
First Florida Bank
FNBT
Regions Bank

Shopping Malls in Mary Esther

1 shopping malls within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Santa Rosa Mall

Gyms in Mary Esther

2 gyms within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Planet Fitness
Riptide Fitness Center & Dining Facility

Golf Courses in Mary Esther

1 golf courses within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Gator Lakes Golf Course

Breweries in Mary Esther

NameTypeAddressPhoneWebsite
Props Brewery and GrillBrewery255 Miracle Strip Pkwy Se8505867117Visit

Pharmacies in Mary Esther

3 pharmacies and drugstores.

Pharmacy Address Phone
CVS - 3003 71 MARY ESTHER BOULEVARD 850-301-0677
FOOD WORLD - 30 251 MARY ESTHER BOULEVARD 850-244-2040
TARGET 250 EAST MIRACLE STRIP PARKWAY 850-243-9557

EV Charging Stations in Mary Esther

NameAddressNetworkLevel 2DC FastConnectorsAccess
Hampton Inn & Suites Mary Esther - Fort Walton Beach - Tesla Destination301 Hollywood Blvd ETesla Destination3J1772 TESLApublic

Cell Towers in Mary Esther

AddressStructure TypeHeight (ft)
West Hollywood Site 140 A HOLLYWOOD BLVD., SWTOWER135
6101 MILLER BLUFF ROADTOWER91
(Navarre) .9 MI N OF US 98 300 FT E OF SR 87LTOWER63
Hwy 189 Busby 105 LEWIS STTOWER60
8389 MONTALBAN ST (7383)LTOWER57
Wynnehaven Beach Site 1404 Hwy 98 WTOWER57
1404 US HIGHWAY 98 WEST (7412)LTOWER57
180 EVERGREEN DRIVE (7402)LTOWER55
4620 EAST HIGHWAY 20 (7406)MTOWER38

Fire Stations in Mary Esther

NameAddressTypeActive FirefightersVolunteersPhone
Florosa Fire Control District1900 W Highway 98Volunteer850-581-2900
Mary Esther Fire Department195 N Christobal RDMostly volunteer850-243-5632

Bridges in Mary Esther

LocationTypeKindYear BuiltLength (ft)Daily TrafficCondition
CulvertConcrete19642545,500F

Airports Near Mary Esther

49 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Pensacola International AirportPNSLarge Airport
Bob Sikes AirportCEWMedium Airport
Destin Executive AirportDSIMedium Airport
Destin-Fort Walton Beach AirportVPSMedium Airport
Duke FieldEGIMedium Airport
Hurlburt FieldMedium Airport
Naval Air Station Pensacola Forrest Sherman FieldNPAMedium Airport
Whiting Field Naval Air Station - NorthNSEMedium Airport
Whiting Field Naval Air Station South AirportMedium Airport
Blackwater AirfieldSmall Airport
Breezy Knoll AirportSmall Airport
Brewton Municipal AirportSmall Airport
Buchanan AirportSmall Airport
Choctaw Nolf AirportSmall Airport
Chumuckla 20-20 AirportSmall Airport
Collier/Pine Barren AirparkSmall Airport
Defuniak Springs AirportSmall Airport
Dotson AirportSmall Airport
Dugger FieldSmall Airport
Eglin Auxiliary Field 6 AirportSmall Airport
Eglin Test Site B6 AirportSmall Airport
Fairlane AirportSmall Airport
Flomaton AirportSmall Airport
Florala Municipal AirportSmall Airport
Fort Walton Beach AirportSmall Airport
Garcon FieldSmall Airport
George T Mc Cutchan AirportSmall Airport
Griswold AirportSmall Airport
J-22 Ranch AirportSmall Airport
Joy Farms AirportSmall Airport
Logan FieldSmall Airport
Long Branch Farms AirportSmall Airport
Melanie's AirportSmall Airport
Odom's Flying Service AirportSmall Airport
Peter Prince FieldSmall Airport
Psycho FieldSmall Airport
Rock Hill LZ AirportSmall Airport
Roscoe FieldSmall Airport
Ruckel AirportSmall Airport
Santa Rosa Naval Outlying Field AirportSmall Airport
Skypark Estates Owners Assoc AirportSmall Airport
Spencer Nolf AirportSmall Airport
The Funny Farm AirportSmall Airport
Thomas Farms AirportSmall Airport
Triple B AirparkSmall Airport
Triple R Ranch AirportSmall Airport
Unicorn Place AirportSmall Airport
Wright FieldSmall Airport
Yellow River AirstripSmall Airport

Police Stations in Mary Esther

4 police stations.

StationAddressPhone
Niceville Police Department212 North Partin Drive
Okaloosa County Sheriff
Okaloosa County Sheriff's Office
Okaloosa County Sheriff's Office - Destin Substation

Grocery Stores in Mary Esther

13 grocery stores.

StoreTypeAddress
CEFCO 410Convenience Store735 Martin Luther King Jr Blvd
CVS PHARMACY 3003Other71 Mary Esther Blvd
DOLLAR GENERAL 9241Other2511 MARY ESTHER BLVD
Dollar Tree 0270Other190 Mary Esther Blvd
Fwb Gas LlcConvenience Store180 Mary Esther Blvd
K-2 Oriental Food and GiftsOther441 Bryn Athyn Blvd
Murphy USA 8658Convenience Store193 Mary Esther Blvd
Piggly Wiggly Of FWB LLCSuper Store251 Mary Esther Blvd
PUBLIX 0383Supermarket421 MARY ESTHER CUT OFF NW
Rizzy Store 5 5Convenience Store521 Mary Esther Cut Off NW
Shell Food MartConvenience Store401 Miracle Strip Pkwy SW
TARGET STORE T-740Super Store250 E Miracle Strip Pkwy
Tom Thumb Food Stores 900010Convenience Store1605 Florence Ave

Post Offices in Mary Esther

1 post offices.

Post OfficeAddress
United States Post Office210 Hollywood Boulevard Northwest

Treatment Centers in Mary Esther

2 treatment centers.

CenterTypePhone
Emerald Coast Behavioral Hospital - Okaloosa Outpatient CenterBoth850-226-7893
Fort Walton Beach Medical Center - Behavioral HealthMental Health850-862-1111

DOL Wage Violations in Mary Esther

7 employers with DOL wage violations totaling $65,361 in back wages owed to 81 employees.

7
Violations
$65,361
Back Wages Owed
81
Employees Owed
Data from the U.S. Department of Labor Wage and Hour Division (WHD) enforcement actions since FY 2005.
Employer Severity Parent Company ZIP Industry Cases Back Wages Per Employee Employees
El Paso Mexican Grill 32569 2 $40,143 $1,487 27
A to Z & Safe, Inc. 32569 1 $9,938 $828 12
El Paso of Mary Esther, Inc. 32569 1 $6,636 $221 30
A to Z Security and Sound 32569 1 $3,913 $652 6
Southern Dreamin Inc dba Prosessional Car Was 32569 1 $3,465 $866 4
Emerald Coast Pain Physicians 32569 1 $880 $880 1
Professional Car Wash 32569 1 $386 $386 1

Churches & Religious Organizations in Mary Esther

9 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
ALL NATIONS KOREAN BAPTIST MISSION418 BRYN ATHYN BLVD
CHAPEL OF SANTA MARKELLA & SAINT DEMETRIOS INC104 BRYN MAWR BLVD
CHRISTIAN WORSHIP CENTER ASSEMBLY OF GOD208 MARY ESTHER BLVD UNIT 4
FLOROSA BAPTIST CHURCH102 CHURCH ST
FREEDOM WORSHIP MINISTRIES INTERNATIONAL423 FLEETWOOD DR
MARY ESTHER CHURCH OF CHRIST6 LANE DR
MARY ESTHER FIRST BAPTIST CHURCH28 NORTH ST
ZALTHO FOUNDATION INC9 MAGNOLIA DR
ZOE OUTREACH MINISTRIES OF NORTH WEST FLORIDA100 DOLPHIN RD

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Frequently Asked Questions About Mary Esther

What is the population of Mary Esther?

Mary Esther has a population of 4,034 residents and is located in Florida. The population density is 2,763 people per square mile, spread across 1.5 square miles. The median age of residents is 40.0 years. The population is 51.7% female and 48.3% male.

Is Mary Esther expensive to live in?

Mary Esther has a cost of living roughly in line with the national average, with an index of 103.4 (baseline: 100). The median household income is $76,510, 2% above the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $255,300 (9% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $1,517 per month, above the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 3.3x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.

Is Mary Esther safe?

Mary Esther is safer than the national average, with a violent crime rate of 340 per 100,000 compared to the U.S. rate of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 3,319 per 100,000 (above the national average). Overall, Mary Esther receives a safety grade of F based on combined crime data.

What is the weather like in Mary Esther?

Mary Esther enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 70°F (21°C). Winter temperatures average 54°F in January, while summers reach an average of 84°F in July. The area receives 306 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 55.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 41.

How is the job market in Mary Esther?

Mary Esther has a healthy job market with an unemployment rate of 3.4%, near the national average of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $1,185. There are 7,597 business establishments in the area, including 599 restaurants and food service locations. The average commute time is 25 minutes, and 5.9% of workers work from home.

How much does housing cost in Mary Esther?

The median home value in Mary Esther is $255,300. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $320,735. For renters, the median monthly rent is $1,517. Fair market rent is $1,296 for a 1-bedroom and $1,526 for a 2-bedroom apartment. The homeownership rate is 69.7%. The average annual property tax is $6,037.

How are the schools in Mary Esther?

Schools in Mary Esther score 6.5 out of 10 on standardized testing, near the national average. 30.9% of adults in Mary Esther hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 97.6% have completed high school. 14.5% hold a graduate or professional degree.

How healthy is Mary Esther?

The obesity rate in Mary Esther is 29.7% (below the national rate of 32.1%). 13.0% of adults are smokers. 22.1% are physically inactive. 19.3% of residents report depression. 11.8% lack health insurance (above the national rate). 77.9% of residents have access to exercise opportunities. The primary care physician ratio is 1:1,431.

What is transportation like in Mary Esther?

The average commute in Mary Esther is 25 minutes. 76.4% of workers drive alone to work, and 5.9% work from home.

What are the demographics of Mary Esther?

The racial and ethnic makeup of Mary Esther is 72.6% White, 6% Black or African American, 4.6% Hispanic or Latino. 91.4% of residents speak only English at home, while 8.6% speak Spanish. 15.2% of the population are military veterans. 16.3% of residents have a disability. 86.2% have health insurance coverage.

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