Florida
Port St. Joe is a small town in Florida with a population of 3,499. Residents earn $60,347 per year, which is 20% below the national average.
Based on current data, Port St. Joe receives an overall livability score of 3.1 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low unemployment, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include elevated crime rates. Port St. Joe offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.
The median household income in Port St. Joe is $60,347, 20% below the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 3.0%, indicating a healthy job market. Only 7.5% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 18 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.
The median home value in Port St. Joe is $280,600, roughly aligned with the national median of $281,900. Renters pay a median of $1,342 per month. A price-to-income ratio of 4.6x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.
With 670 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 1,398 per 100,000, 29% below the national average.
33.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 92.5% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.6/10.
Port St. Joe enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 69°F. Winters average 54°F in January while summers reach 82°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 53.1 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.
| English Only | 97.0% |
| 24% above US avg | |
| Spanish | 3.0% |
| 78% below US avg |
| Median HH Income | $60,347 |
| 20% below US avg | |
| Per Capita Income | $35,865 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $983 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $84,605 |
| Unemployment | 3.0% |
| 17% below US avg | |
| Poverty Rate | 7.5% |
| 40% below US avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 536 |
| County GDP | $652M |
| Restaurants | 50 |
| Healthcare | 30 |
| Retail | 60 |
| Manufacturing | 5 |
| Property Tax (IRS) | $6,821 |
| 95% above US avg | |
| Effective Tax Rate | 2.43% |
| Commute Time | 18.4 min |
| Work from Home | 10.4% |
| Census Median | $280,600 |
| 0% below US avg |
| Census Median Rent | $1,342 |
| 15% above US avg |
| Studio | $1,212 |
| 1 Bedroom | $1,296 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1,526 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,971 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $2,261 |
| Owner-Occupied | 79.7% |
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $6,821 |
| 95% above US avg | |
| Effective Rate | 2.43% |
| Obesity | 34.3% |
| 7% above US avg | |
| Diabetes | 10.2% |
| Heart Disease | 5.3% |
| High Blood Pressure | 32.9% |
| Asthma | 10.1% |
| COPD | 5.9% |
| Stroke | 2.9% |
| Binge Drinking | 18.3% |
| Physical Inactivity | 22.6% |
| Depression | 20.1% |
| Mental Distress | 17.7% |
| Physical Distress | 12.5% |
| Insurance Rate | 91.7% |
| Checkup Rate | 75.8% |
| Premature Death | 10,296/100K |
| Food Environment | 8.3/10 |
| Exercise Access | 59.7% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 30 |
| Total Violent | 670.0/100K |
| 76% above US avg | |
| Murder | 0.0/100K |
| 100% below US avg | |
| Rape | 58.3/100K |
| Robbery | 0.0/100K |
| Assault | 611.7/100K |
| Total Property | 1,398.2/100K |
| 29% below US avg | |
| Burglary | 582.6/100K |
| Theft | 786.5/100K |
| Vehicle Theft | 29.1/100K |
| Arson | 0.0/100K |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 3 |
| 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 | 82°F (28°C) |
| Annual Rainfall | 53.1 inches |
| 40% above US avg |
| AQI Median | 41.0 |
| Rating | Good |
| Elevation | 8 ft (2 m) |
| Area | 9.4 sq mi (24.3 km²) |
| Population Density | 373/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 29.8176°N, 85.3091°W |
| County FIPS | 12045 |
Winner: Republican by 54.2 points
| Bachelor's Degree+ | 33.0% |
| 2% below US avg | |
| High School+ | 92.5% |
| School Test Score | 5.60 |
| RUCC Code 8 | Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent |
| Population Density | 373/sq mi |
| Total Area | 9.4 sq mi |
| Alt Fuel Stations | 1 |
| Public Libraries | 2 |
| Healthcare Facilities | 30 |
| Restaurants | 50 |
| Retail Stores | 60 |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 3 |
| Avg Commute | 18.4 min |
| Work from Home | 10.4% |