RANK #812 / 996 · POP 321,296 · FL
PROJECTED GROWTH: -0.6%
Escambia County, Florida, is distinguished by Naval Air Station Pensacola, known as the "Cradle of Naval Aviation" and home to the Blue Angels flight demonstration team. Located in the westernmost part of the Florida Panhandle, bordering Alabama and the Gulf of Mexico, the county seat is Pensacola. Commutes average 23.5 minutes, with public transit options including fixed-route bus service and trolleys in Pensacola and on the University of West Florida campus. The community offers access to white sand beaches and emerald Gulf waters at places like Perdido Key State Park and Big Lagoon State Park, which provide opportunities for swimming, fishing, kayaking, and hiking.
Life in Escambia County blends suburban and urban elements, attracting families, retirees, and young professionals. The economy is diversified, with significant contributions from the military, tourism, and healthcare. Naval Air Station Pensacola is a major employer, with over 16,000 military and 7,400 civilian personnel. The county also focuses on environmental initiatives, including marine resource management and coastal restoration projects, such as dune restoration and living shorelines. The Escambia County School District serves the area, with schools like Pensacola High School.
Prices declining
Moderate climate & terrain
Housing looks undervalued at 3.5x — home prices are low relative to local economic output. The typical U.S. county is 4–6x.
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Escambia County has a Boom Town Index score of 18/100, ranking #812 among 996 U.S. counties. With job growth at +0.2% and a median household income of $61,642, it faces some economic headwinds compared to faster-growing counties.
The median home value in Escambia County is $206,400 with median rent at $1,170/month. The income-to-home-value ratio is 0.2987, which is more affordable than the national average.
Population growth: +0.8% year-over-year. Job growth: +0.2%. Home values changed -0.6% in the past 12 months.
Yes — 3.25% of Escambia County's population moved from another state, which is above the national average and indicates strong in-migration.