Jacksonville, FL
JACKSONVILLE, FLORIDA: Demographic and Financial Snapshot
(Last updated on 1.6.21)
AGE IN JACKSONVILLE, FLORIDA
| Age Range | Population | Percent |
| 20 to 24 years | 61,773 | 7.0% |
| 25 to 29 years | 75,919 | 8.6% |
| 30 to 34 years | 67,525 | 7.7% |
| 35 to 39 years | 57,683 | 6.6% |
| 40 to 44 years | 54,235 | 6.2% |
| 45 to 49 years | 55,923 | 6.4% |
| 50 to 54 years | 58,325 | 6.6% |
| 55 to 59 years | 58,867 | 6.7% |
| 60 to 64 years | 50,748 | 5.8% |
| 65 to 69 years | 41,039 | 4.7% |
| 70 to 74 years | 28,911 | 3.3% |
| 75 to 79 years | 18,505 | 2.1% |
| 80 to 84 years | 12,953 | 1.5% |
| 85+ years | 13,531 | 1.5% |
The median age in Jacksonville is 35.8 years
Source: US Census Data; https://data.census.gov/cedsci
Survey/Program: American Community Survey (2018 estimates)
Data Point: Age
ETHNICITY IN JACKSONVILLE, FLORIDA
| Ethnicity | Population | Percent |
| White | 516,341 | 58.7% |
| Black or African American | 272,069 | 31.0% |
| American Indian and Alaska Native | 2,007 | 0.2% |
| Asian | 42,089 | 4.8% |
| Native Hawaiian and Other Pacific Islander | 687 | 0.1% |
| Other | 15,665 | 1.8% |
Source: US Census; https://data.census.gov/cedsci
Survey/Program: American Community Survey (2018 estimates)
Data Point: Race
EDUCATION IN JACKSONVILLE, FLORIDA
| Education Level | Population | Percent |
| Less than 9th grade | 18,891 | 3.2% |
| 9th to 12th grade, no diploma | 45,225 | 7.6% |
| High school graduate (includes GED) | 169,129 | 28.5% |
| Some college, no degree | 135,392 | 22.8% |
| Associate’s degree | 60,456 | 10.2% |
| Bachelor’s degree | 111,355 | 18.7% |
| Graduate or professional degree | 53,716 | 9.0% |
| High school graduate or higher | 530,048 | 89.2% |
| Bachelor’s degree or higher | 165,071 | 27.8% |
| Less than Bachelor’s degree | 429,093 | 72.2% |
Source: US Census; https://data.census.gov/cedsci
Survey/Program: American Community Survey (2018 estimates)
Data Point: Education (population 25+ years)
HOUSEHOLD INCOME IN JACKSONVILLE, FLORIDA
| Annual Household Income | Percent |
| Less than $10,000 | 7.3% |
| $10,000 to $14,999 | 4.7% |
| $15,000 to $24,999 | 9.9% |
| $25,000 to $34,999 | 10.7% |
| $35,000 to $49,999 | 15.0% |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 18.9% |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 12.9% |
| $100,000 to $149,999 | 12.4% |
| $150,000 to $199,999 | 4.1% |
| $200,000 or more | 4.1% |
Median household income: $52,576
Mean household income: $71,800
Source: US Census; https://data.census.gov/cedsci
Survey/Program: American Community Survey (2018 estimates)
Data Point: Household Income
HOUSEHOLD INCOME BY EDUCATION IN JACKSONVILLE, FLORIDA
| Education Level | Average Income |
| Less than high school graduate | $21,651 |
| High school graduate (includes GED) | $28,437 |
| Some college or Associate’s degree | $34,167 |
| Bachelor’s degree | $48,815 |
| Graduate or professional degree | $59,253 |
Source: US Census; https://data.census.gov/cedsci
Survey/Program: American Community Survey (2018 estimates)
Data Point: Median earnings in past 12 months by education (population 25+ years with earnings)
MARITAL STATUS IN JACKSONVILLE, FLORIDA
| Population | Percent | |
| Population 15+ years | 719,474 | NA |
| Never married | 252,089 | 35.0% |
| Now married (except separated) | 312,083 | 43.4% |
| Separated | 17,128 | 2.4% |
| Widowed | 40,379 | 5.6% |
| Divorced | 97,795 | 13.6% |
Source: US Census; https://data.census.gov/cedsci
Survey/Program: American Community Survey (2018 estimates)
Data Point: Marital Status for population 15 years and over
POVERTY STATUS IN JACKSONVILLE, FLORIDA
| Population | Percent | |
| Living beneath poverty line | 136,329 | 15.9% |
Source: US Census; https://data.census.gov/cedsci
Survey/Program: American Community Survey (2018 estimates)
Data Point: Poverty Rate
HOUSING IN JACKSONVILLE, FLORIDA
| Owner-occupied housing units | 187,071 |
| Renter-occupied housing units | 146,795 |
| Single-family detached units | 229,850 |
| Homeownership rate | 56.0% |
| Vacancy rate | 12.0% |
| Renters rate | 44.0% |
| Average housing value | $201,956 |
| Average monthly owner cost (with mortgage) | $1,033 |
| Average rent | $887 |
Source: US Census; https://cbb.census.gov/rae/#
Survey/Program: 2009-2013 and the 2014-2018 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates
Data Point: Housing Characteristics
SOCIOECONOMIC CHARACTERISTICS IN JACKSONVILLE, FLORIDA
| Average income | $71,800 |
| Average household size | 2.57 |
| Percent population 16 years and over in labor force | 65.6% |
| Percent disabled | 13.7% |
| Percent with health coverage | 87.8% |
| Average travel time to work (in minutes) | 24.9 |
| Percent workers using public transportation | 1.9% |
| Percent veterans | 11.9% |
| Percent foreign born | 11.1% |
| Percent speaking Spanish at home | 2.8% |
Source: US Census; https://cbb.census.gov/rae/#
Survey/Program: 2009-2013 and the 2014-2018 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates
Data Point: Socioeconomic Characteristics
CONSUMER SPENDING IN JACKSONVILLE, FLORIDA
| Total consumer expenditures per household | $62,157.51 |
| Alcoholic beverages | $476.91 |
| Alcoholic beverages consumed at home | $283.12 |
| Beer consumed away from home | $84.37 |
| Wine consumed away from home | $40.75 |
| Apparel & services | $1,808.92 |
| Men’s apparel | $343.88 |
| Women’s apparel | $601.91 |
| Children’s apparel | $281.93 |
| Boys’ apparel | $95.92 |
| Girls’ apparel | $106.21 |
| Footwear | $409.70 |
| Dining out (food away from home) | $3,111.39 |
| Dining out – Breakfast | $316.23 |
| Dining out – Lunch | $974.04 |
| Dining out – Dinner | $1,441.14 |
| Education | $1,257.35 |
| Entertainment / recreation | $2,684.27 |
| Club membership fees | $188.74 |
| Dating services | $0.68 |
| Pet food | $216.65 |
| Pet services | $53.75 |
| Food consumed at home | $4,363.75 |
| Bakery products consumed at home | $572.78 |
| Dairy products consumed at home | $445.43 |
| Fruits and vegetables consumed at home | $849.43 |
| Meat, poultry, fish, eggs consumed at home | $966.37 |
| Nonalcoholic beverages consumed at home | $430.11 |
| Snacks / other food products consumed at home | $1,529.74 |
| Health care | $4,926.33 |
| Medical services | $905.97 |
| Nonprescription drugs | $122.16 |
| Household Services | $1,703.67 |
| Care for the elderly and handicapped | $61.76 |
| Lawn and garden services | $364.33 |
| Housekeeping services | $141.61 |
| PC repair | $5.65 |
| Housing | $19,481.39 |
| Home improvements | $2,104.53 |
| Utilities, fuel, and public services | $4,125.05 |
| Phone services | $1,499.75 |
| Water | $612.05 |
| Life and other insurance | $368.31 |
| Pensions and social security | $6,642.89 |
| Personal care products and services | $755.11 |
| Hair care products | $90.91 |
| Personal care products | $324.04 |
| Local transportation | $7,239.12 |
| Gasoline | $1,897.98 |
| Vehicle maintenance and repair | $977.77 |
| Travel | $1,797.60 |
| Airline fares | $434.96 |
| Auto / truck rental on trips | $21.21 |
| Lodging on trips | $490.43 |
| Food and drink on trips | $436.13 |
| Entertainment on trips | $153.99 |
Source: US Census; https://cbb.census.gov/rae/#
Survey/Program: 2009-2013 and the 2014-2018 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates
Data Point: Consumer Spending (Consumer expenditures per household)
DEBT IN DUVAL COUNTY (home to JACKSONVILLE, FLORIDA)
| % with any debt in collections | 45% |
| Average debt in collections | $1,821 |
| % with medical debt in collections | 29% |
| Average medical debt in collections | $796 |
| % with student loan debt | 18% |
| Average student loan debt | $17,100 |
| Average monthly student loan payment | $153 |
| % with auto debt | 33% |
Source: Urban Institute; https://apps.urban.org/features/debt-interactive-map/
Survey/Program: Data from credit bureau data (2018) + the US Census Bureau’s American Community Survey (2017)
Data Point: Consumer Debt
UNEMPLOYMENT IN JACKSONVILLE, FLORIDA
| Year | Population | Percent |
| January 2019 | 17,884 | 3.9% |
| February 2019 | 15,884 | 3.5% |
| March 2019 | 15,414 | 3.4% |
| April 2019 | 13,940 | 3.1% |
| May 2019 | 14,900 | 3.2% |
| June 2019 | 17,048 | 3.7% |
| July 2019 | 17,690 | 3.8% |
| August 2019 | 16,524 | 3.5% |
| September 2019 | 14,581 | 3.1% |
| October 2019 | 14,314 | 3.0% |
| November 2019 | 13,675 | 2.9% |
| December 2019 | 12,845 | 2.7% |
| January 2020 | 15,292 | 3.3% |
| February 2020 | 14,840 | 3.1% |
| March 2020 | 21,419 | 4.6% |
| April 2020 | 47,920 | 11.5% |
| May 2020 | 48,039 | 11.0% |
| June 2020 | 37,500 | 8.4% |
| July 2020 | 44,565 | 9.7% |
| August 2020 | 29,750 | 6.4% |
| September 2020 | 25,106 | 5.5% |
| October 2020 | 25,806 | 5.6% |
Source: US Bureau of Labor Statistics; https://www.bls.gov/lau/data.htm
Survey/Program: Local Area Employment Statistics
Data Point: Unemployment totals (not seasonally adjusted)
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