Pensacola, FL

U.S. News Ratings
Population 52,790
Crime Rate High
Cost of Living Low
Health Care Varied
Median Home Price Low
Median Income Low

Geography

Situated on Florida’s panhandle, this town is the seat of Escambia County.

Cultural Attractions

Pensacola Naval Air Station’s National Museum of Naval Aviation displays restored historic aircraft.

Recreation

In addition to its beach, Pensacola offers over 90 parks and recreation facilities to suit a variety of activity needs.

Historical

Pensacola went through French, British, and Spanish occupation before it became part of the United States in 1821.

Economy

Chief industries in this port town include fishing and shipping.

Demographics

Demographic Detail

Population:
52,790
Population under 55:
67.3%
Population over 55:
32.7%

City Detail

Crime rate:
High
Closest large city:
New Orleans

Marital Status 2010

Weather

Weather Detail

Air quality:
Good
Temperature:
92°F July High, 40°F January Low

Jobs & Economy

Housing

Median income:
$36,744
Median home price:
$115,000
Average property tax:
$1,406

Income & Jobs

Unemployment rate 2010:
11.2%
High
Cost of living:
Low

Employment Projections

Education

K–12

Elementary schools:
14
Middle schools:
6
High schools:
5

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Higher Education

Best Colleges at the location:
1
Best Colleges within 30 miles:
1
Best Colleges within 50 miles:
3

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Health Care & Retirement

Hospitals

Hospitals/Best Hospitals at the location:
5/0
Hospitals/Best Hospitals within 30 miles:
7/0
Hospitals/Best Hospitals within 50 miles:
18/0

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Retirement Facilities

Community care facilities for the elderly:
82

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