Pensacola, FL
PENSACOLA, FLORIDA: Demographic and Financial Snapshot
(Last updated on 1.8.21)
AGE IN PENSACOLA, FLORIDA
| Age Range | Population | Percent |
| 20 to 24 years | 4,015 | 7.6% |
| 25 to 29 years | 4,275 | 8.1% |
| 30 to 34 years | 3,575 | 6.8% |
| 35 to 39 years | 2,612 | 5.0% |
| 40 to 44 years | 2,538 | 4.8% |
| 45 to 49 years | 2,713 | 5.2% |
| 50 to 54 years | 2,951 | 5.6% |
| 55 to 59 years | 3,984 | 7.6% |
| 60 to 64 years | 3,269 | 6.2% |
| 65 to 69 years | 2,557 | 4.9% |
| 70 to 74 years | 2,179 | 4.1% |
| 75 to 79 years | 1,255 | 2.4% |
| 80 to 84 years | 1,318 | 2.5% |
| 85+ years | 1,519 | 2.9% |
The median age in Pensacola is 36.2 years
Source: US Census Data; https://data.census.gov/cedsci
Survey/Program: American Community Survey (2018 estimates)
Data Point: Age
ETHNICITY IN PENSACOLA, FLORIDA
| Ethnicity | Population | Percent |
| White | 32,633 | 62.1% |
| Black or African American | 15,213 | 28.9% |
| American Indian and Alaska Native | 150 | 0.3% |
| Asian | 985 | 1.9% |
| Native Hawaiian and Other Pacific Islander | 25 | 0.0% |
| Other | 389 | 0.7% |
Source: US Census; https://data.census.gov/cedsci
Survey/Program: American Community Survey (2018 estimates)
Data Point: Race
EDUCATION IN PENSACOLA, FLORIDA
| Education Level | Population | Percent |
| Less than 9th grade | 881 | 2.5% |
| 9th to 12th grade, no diploma | 1,733 | 5.0% |
| High school graduate (includes GED) | 7,596 | 21.9% |
| Some college, no degree | 7,803 | 22.5% |
| Associate’s degree | 4,422 | 12.7% |
| Bachelor’s degree | 7,380 | 21.2% |
| Graduate or professional degree | 4,930 | 14.2% |
| High school graduate or higher | 32,131 | 92.5% |
| Bachelor’s degree or higher | 12,310 | 35.4% |
| Less than Bachelor’s degree | 22,435 | 64.6% |
Source: US Census; https://data.census.gov/cedsci
Survey/Program: American Community Survey (2018 estimates)
Data Point: Education (population 25+ years)
HOUSEHOLD INCOME IN PENSACOLA, FLORIDA
| Annual Household Income | Percent |
| Less than $10,000 | 8.5% |
| $10,000 to $14,999 | 4.8% |
| $15,000 to $24,999 | 11.2% |
| $25,000 to $34,999 | 12.7% |
| $35,000 to $49,999 | 14.2% |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 17.6% |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 11.3% |
| $100,000 to $149,999 | 11.0% |
| $150,000 to $199,999 | 3.6% |
| $200,000 or more | 5.0% |
Median household income: $48,686
Mean household income: $71,450
Source: US Census; https://data.census.gov/cedsci
Survey/Program: American Community Survey (2018 estimates)
Data Point: Household Income
HOUSEHOLD INCOME BY EDUCATION IN PENSACOLA, FLORIDA
| Education Level | Average Income |
| Less than high school graduate | $15,228 |
| High school graduate (includes GED) | $21,851 |
| Some college or Associate’s degree | $30,706 |
| Bachelor’s degree | $48,209 |
| Graduate or professional degree | $66,854 |
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 PENSACOLA, FLORIDA
| Population | Percent | |
| Population 15+ years | 42,289 | NA |
| Never married | 15,192 | 35.9% |
| Now married (except separated) | 19,568 | 46.3% |
| Separated | 507 | 1.2% |
| Widowed | 1,764 | 4.2% |
| Divorced | 5,258 | 12.4% |
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 PENSACOLA, FLORIDA
| Population | Percent | |
| Living beneath poverty line | 9,065 | 17.4% |
Source: US Census; https://data.census.gov/cedsci
Survey/Program: American Community Survey (2018 estimates)
Data Point: Poverty Rate
HOUSING IN PENSACOLA, FLORIDA
| Owner-occupied housing units | 12,813 |
| Renter-occupied housing units | 9,060 |
| Single-family detached units | 17,510 |
| Homeownership rate | 58.6% |
| Vacancy rate | 12.3% |
| Renters rate | 41.4% |
| Average housing value | $218,561 |
| Average monthly owner cost (with mortgage) | $940 |
| Average rent | $762 |
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 PENSACOLA, FLORIDA
| Average income | $71,450 |
| Average household size | 2.38 |
| Percent population 16 years and over in labor force | 62.6% |
| Percent disabled | 15.6% |
| Percent with health coverage | 89.2% |
| Average travel time to work (in minutes) | 19.6 |
| Percent workers using public transportation | 1.1% |
| Percent veterans | 12.2% |
| Percent foreign born | 3.8% |
| Percent speaking Spanish at home | 0.3% |
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 PENSACOLA, FLORIDA
| Total consumer expenditures per household | $62,591.88 |
| Alcoholic beverages | $475.09 |
| Alcoholic beverages consumed at home | $281.20 |
| Beer consumed away from home | $83.61 |
| Wine consumed away from home | $42.18 |
| Apparel & services | $1,783.52 |
| Men’s apparel | $343.14 |
| Women’s apparel | $604.86 |
| Children’s apparel | $263.29 |
| Boys’ apparel | $90.61 |
| Girls’ apparel | $100.53 |
| Footwear | $403.33 |
| Dining out (food away from home) | $3,069.14 |
| Dining out – Breakfast | $314.41 |
| Dining out – Lunch | $955.11 |
| Dining out – Dinner | $1,426.25 |
| Education | $1,268.26 |
| Entertainment / recreation | $2,732.04 |
| Club membership fees | $189.04 |
| Dating services | $0.69 |
| Pet food | $228.40 |
| Pet services | $54.04 |
| Food consumed at home | $4,400.84 |
| Bakery products consumed at home | $578.42 |
| Dairy products consumed at home | $452.90 |
| Fruits and vegetables consumed at home | $851.67 |
| Meat, poultry, fish, eggs consumed at home | $973.07 |
| Nonalcoholic beverages consumed at home | $437.09 |
| Snacks / other food products consumed at home | $1,544.77 |
| Health care | $5,122.50 |
| Medical services | $930.01 |
| Nonprescription drugs | $126.87 |
| Household Services | $1,706.29 |
| Care for the elderly and handicapped | $71.57 |
| Lawn and garden services | $381.33 |
| Housekeeping services | $144.40 |
| PC repair | $5.75 |
| Housing | $19,581.29 |
| Home improvements | $2,140.28 |
| Utilities, fuel, and public services | $4,191.26 |
| Phone services | $1,504.48 |
| Water | $608.75 |
| Life and other insurance | $385.82 |
| Pensions and social security | $6,539.59 |
| Personal care products and services | $751.98 |
| Hair care products | $90.80 |
| Personal care products | $324.11 |
| Local transportation | $7,254.84 |
| Gasoline | $1,880.53 |
| Vehicle maintenance and repair | $1,016.56 |
| Travel | $1,812.99 |
| Airline fares | $432.82 |
| Auto / truck rental on trips | $21.28 |
| Lodging on trips | $500.27 |
| Food and drink on trips | $439.75 |
| Entertainment on trips | $153.84 |
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 ESCAMBIA COUNTY (home to PENSACOLA, FLORIDA)
| % with any debt in collections | 39% |
| Average debt in collections | $1,815 |
| % with medical debt in collections | 18% |
| Average medical debt in collections | $721 |
| % with student loan debt | 14% |
| Average student loan debt | $15,325 |
| Average monthly student loan payment | $136 |
| % with auto debt | 30% |
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 PENSACOLA, FLORIDA
| Year | Population | Percent |
| January 2019 | 866 | 3.2% |
| February 2019 | 761 | 2.8% |
| March 2019 | 765 | 2.8% |
| April 2019 | 682 | 2.5% |
| May 2019 | 731 | 2.6% |
| June 2019 | 777 | 2.8% |
| July 2019 | 826 | 2.9% |
| August 2019 | 775 | 2.8% |
| September 2019 | 689 | 2.4% |
| October 2019 | 700 | 2.5% |
| November 2019 | 715 | 2.6% |
| December 2019 | 634 | 2.3% |
| January 2020 | 781 | 2.8% |
| February 2020 | 762 | 2.7% |
| March 2020 | 1,082 | 3.9% |
| April 2020 | 3,315 | 12.9% |
| May 2020 | 2,734 | 10.6% |
| June 2020 | 1,912 | 7.3% |
| July 2020 | 2,339 | 8.6% |
| August 2020 | 1,506 | 5.5% |
| September 2020 | 1,298 | 4.7% |
| October 2020 | 1,326 | 4.8% |
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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