Florida · Metropolitan Area
Pensacola is a mid-size city in Florida with a population of 54,011. Residents earn $72,699 per year, which is 3% below the national average.
Based on current data, Pensacola receives an overall livability score of 3.5 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, a highly educated population, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include elevated crime rates. Pensacola offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.
The median household income in Pensacola is $72,699, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 3.4%, indicating a healthy job market. 8.4% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 22 minutes.
The median home value in Pensacola is $276,500, roughly aligned with the national median of $281,900. Renters pay a median of $1,209 per month. A price-to-income ratio of 3.8x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.
With 705 violent crimes per 100,000 residents, public safety is a notable concern — this is significantly above the national average of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 4,520 per 100,000, 131% above the national average.
Educational attainment is solid, with 42.7% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 92.7% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.6/10.
Pensacola enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 69°F. Winters average 53°F in January while summers reach 84°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 68.3 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.
| English Only | 94.8% |
| 21% above US avg | |
| Spanish | 5.2% |
| 61% below US avg |
| Median HH Income | $72,699 |
| 3% below US avg | |
| Per Capita Income | $48,053 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $1,159 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $72,315 |
| Unemployment | 3.4% |
| 6% below US avg | |
| Poverty Rate | 8.4% |
| 32% below US avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 9,738 |
| County GDP | $24,363M |
| Restaurants | 657 |
| Healthcare | 997 |
| Retail | 1,122 |
| Manufacturing | 158 |
| Property Tax (IRS) | $5,210 |
| 49% above US avg | |
| Effective Tax Rate | 1.88% |
| Commute Time | 21.5 min |
| Work from Home | 15.2% |
| Census Median | $276,500 |
| 2% below US avg | |
| Zillow ZHVI | $261,306 |
| Median List Price | $359,900 |
| Median List Price | $359,900 |
| $/Sq Ft | $218 |
| Homes Sold | 83 |
| Sale-to-List Ratio | 95.7% |
| Price Drops | 20.6% |
| Inventory | 428 |
| Census Median Rent | $1,209 |
| 4% above US avg | |
| Zillow Rent (ZORI) | $1,623 |
| Studio | $1,212 |
| 1 Bedroom | $1,296 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1,526 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,971 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $2,261 |
| Owner-Occupied | 63.5% |
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $5,210 |
| 49% above US avg | |
| Effective Rate | 1.88% |
| Obesity | 34.9% |
| 9% above US avg | |
| Diabetes | 10.7% |
| Heart Disease | 5.6% |
| High Blood Pressure | 34.6% |
| Asthma | 10.6% |
| COPD | 6.2% |
| Stroke | 3.1% |
| Binge Drinking | 17.7% |
| Physical Inactivity | 22.9% |
| Depression | 20.8% |
| Mental Distress | 18.0% |
| Physical Distress | 13.0% |
| Insurance Rate | 89.0% |
| Checkup Rate | 76.1% |
| Premature Death | 12,586/100K |
| Food Environment | 7.2/10 |
| Exercise Access | 81.8% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 997 |
| Total Violent | 705.5/100K |
| 86% above US avg | |
| Murder | 5.7/100K |
| 10% below US avg | |
| Rape | 53.0/100K |
| Robbery | 155.1/100K |
| Assault | 491.7/100K |
| Total Property | 4,520.3/100K |
| 131% above US avg | |
| Burglary | 853.0/100K |
| Theft | 3,472.5/100K |
| Vehicle Theft | 194.8/100K |
| Arson | 13.2/100K |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 50 |
| Safety Grade | F |
| Safety Score | 1.0 / 5.0 |
| Annual Average | 69.4°F |
| 29% above US avg | |
| January Average | 53°F (12°C) |
| July Average | 84°F (29°C) |
| Annual Rainfall | 68.3 inches |
| 80% above US avg |
| AQI Median | 41.0 |
| Rating | Good |
| Elevation | 49 ft (15 m) |
| Area | 22.8 sq mi (59.0 km²) |
| Population Density | 2,372/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 30.4410°N, 87.1912°W |
| County FIPS | 12033 |
Winner: Republican by 19.5 points
| Bachelor's Degree+ | 42.7% |
| 27% above US avg | |
| High School+ | 92.7% |
| School Test Score | 5.60 |
| RUCC Code 2 | Metro — 250K–1M |
| Population Density | 2,372/sq mi |
| Total Area | 22.8 sq mi |
| EV Charging Stations | 33 |
| Alt Fuel Stations | 37 |
| Public Libraries | 10 |
| Healthcare Facilities | 997 |
| Restaurants | 657 |
| Retail Stores | 1,122 |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 50 |
| Avg Commute | 21.5 min |
| Work from Home | 15.2% |