Jacksonville, FL Census Data
The largest city in Florida by population · 80 cities ranked
Jacksonville is the largest city in Florida by population and ranks 49th of 80 for median household income. With 961,739 residents, its poverty rate of 15.0% ranks among the higher rates in Florida. This snapshot draws from the 2023 American Community Survey (ACS) 5-year estimates.
Updated: 2026-04-13 · Source: U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 2023
Population
961,739
48.5% male · 51.5% female
Median Age
36.4
2.3 below the national average (38.7 yrs)
Median Household Income
$66,981
$11,557 below the national average ($78,538)
Bachelor's Degree or Higher
31.8%
3.2% below the national average (35.0%)
HS diploma or higher: 90.8%
Poverty Rate
15.0%
2.6% above the national average (12.4%)
Uninsured: 11.7%
Broadband Access
95.6%
5.9% above the national average (89.7%)
Median Home Value
$266,100
Median rent: $1,375 · 57% owner-occupied
Unemployment Rate
4.6%
Labor force participation: 60.4%
Per Capita Income
$41,276
Individual average income (not household)
Veteran Population
10.6%
Disability rate: 13.5%
How Jacksonville Compares to Other Florida Cities
Rankings among all 80 Florida cities tracked in the 2023 ACS.
| Ranking | Position | Tier |
|---|---|---|
| Largest by Population | 1st of 80 | Top 10% |
| Highest Median Income | 49th of 80 | Bottom half |
| Lowest Poverty Rate | 60th of 80 | Bottom half |
| Highest Bachelor's Attainment | 46th of 80 | Bottom half |
| Highest Home Value | 65th of 80 | Bottom 25% |
Demographics
Race & Ethnicity
Age Distribution
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Jacksonville, FL Frequently Asked Questions
What is the population of Jacksonville, FL?
The population of Jacksonville, FL is 961,739 according to the 2023 American Community Survey 5-year estimates. The median age is 36.4 years.
What is the median household income in Jacksonville?
The median household income in Jacksonville, FL is $66,981, below the national average of $78,538. Per capita income is $41,276.
What is the poverty rate in Jacksonville?
The poverty rate in Jacksonville, FL is 15.0%, compared to the national average of 12.4%. About 11.7% of residents lack health insurance.
What percentage of Jacksonville residents have a college degree?
31.8% of adults (25+) in Jacksonville hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 90.8% have at least a high school diploma. The national average for bachelor's degree holders is 35.0%.
What is the median home value in Jacksonville?
The median home value in Jacksonville, FL is $266,100. Median rent is $1,375 per month, with 57% of housing units owner-occupied.
What is the racial makeup of Jacksonville?
Jacksonville's population is 51.2% White, 30.1% Black, 12.0% Hispanic or Latino, and 4.9% Asian (source: 2023 ACS).
How does Jacksonville rank among Florida cities?
Jacksonville is the 1st largest city in Florida by population, the 49th highest for median household income, the 60th lowest for poverty rate, the 46th highest for bachelor's degree attainment among 80 ranked Florida cities.
What is the unemployment rate in Jacksonville?
The unemployment rate in Jacksonville, FL is 4.6%, with a labor force participation rate of 60.4%. Per capita income is $41,276.