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Jacksonville, FL
Jacksonville · Duval County · FL 32256
Updated October 30, 2026 · Would You Live There?
Think twice
Verdict
$383K
Median Price
58/100
Walk Score
7.8/10
Schools
17 min
to Jacksonville, FL
Score Breakdown
DAffordability
45/100
FSafety
32/100
BSchools
78/100
DQuietness
40/100
B+Commute
85/100
C-Walkability
58/100
WYLT Score56/100
Our Take
The area offers decent school quality and a low flood risk, but violent crime incidents and a high cost of living relative to income make it a risky choice for most people. It could work for commuters who need quick access to downtown, but others may want safer, cheaper options.
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The Good
- ✓Affordably priced homes relative to city averages
- ✓Good public school options
- ✓Low flood risk
- ✓Convenient 17‑minute commute to downtown Jacksonville
Real Talk
- !Recent violent incidents suggest higher crime than expected
- !Rent is high compared to median household income
- !Limited transit options can make commuting difficult
- !Walkability is only moderate, making car ownership almost essential
- $Higher property taxes due to local tax rates
- $Potential need for expensive home insurance despite low flood risk
- $Higher utility costs in hot Florida climate
Best For
Families looking for good schoolsFirst‑time home buyers seeking affordabilityCommuters to downtown JacksonvilleRemote workers needing a short drive to city amenities
Risk Snapshot
Flood riskLow
Violent crimeHigh
Property crimeModerate
Air qualityModerate
Price volatilityModerate
Crime & Safety
Jacksonville, FL
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Safety grade
Safety score32 / 100
High riskVery safe
⚠️Violent Crime
High9.2incidents / 1,000 residents / yr
0Natl avg (3.7)11+
149% higher than the national average
🔒Property Crime
Moderate19.8incidents / 1,000 residents / yr
0Natl avg (19.5)59+
2% higher than the national average
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