Cost of Living in Jacksonville, FL
Population: 961,739 • 2026 Data
$66,981
Median Household Income
-13% vs national
$1,375
Median Monthly Rent
+2% vs national
$266,100
Median Home Value
-22% vs national
4.5%
Unemployment Rate
Housing in Jacksonville
The median home value in Jacksonville, FL is $266,100. Monthly rent for a typical unit averages $1,375, while total monthly housing costs (including utilities and insurance) average $1,324.
Rent-to-income ratio: 24.6%. This is within the recommended 30% threshold, suggesting housing is relatively affordable for median-income earners.
Income and Employment
The median household income in Jacksonville, FL is $66,981. The unemployment rate stands at 4.5%, with a labor force of 500,893 people.
Data Sources
All data from the US Census Bureau American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. National median figures used for comparison context.