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Overall Niche Grade
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  1. Public Schools
    B-
  2. Crime & Safety
    C
  3. Housing
    B
  4. Nightlife
    A
  5. Good for Families
    B+
  6. Diversity
    A
  7. Jobs
    B-
  8. Weather
    B
  9. Cost of Living
    B+
  10. Health & Fitness
    B+
  11. Outdoor Activities
    A-
  12. Commute
    B+
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Population
53,250

Real Estate

Median Home Value
$145,700
National
$184,700
Median Rent
$862
National
$949
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Area Feel
Suburban
Rent vs. Own
  • Rent
    43%
  • Own
    57%

Pensacola Rankings

Niche ranks thousands of places to live based on key statistics from the U.S. Census and and expert insights.

Crime & Safety

Crime & Safety
C
Based on violent and property crime rates.
Violent Crimes
  • Calculated annually per 100,000 residents
National
  • Assault
    468
    283
  • Murder
    13
    6
  • Rape
    49
    41
  • Robbery
    120
    136
Property Crimes
  • Calculated annually per 100,000 residents
National
  • Burglary
    638
    500
  • Theft
    3,259
    2,043
  • Motor Vehicle Theft
    191
    284

Residents

Diversity
A
Based on ethnic and economic diversity.
Median Household Income
$45,931
National
$55,322
Children
18%
Education Levels
National
  • Master's degree or higher
    13%
    12%
  • Bachelor's degree
    22%
    19%
  • Some college or associate's degree
    34%
    29%
  • High school diploma or equivalent
    23%
    28%
  • Less than high school diploma
    8%
    13%
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I suppose if you like the heat and love the beach, Pensacola is for you! I didn't move down by choice but I'm happy I found Pensacola State College with an awesome Graphic Art degree program. I hope that in the future a Trader Joe's and Whole Foods will be built here. Pensacola State College has an ever growing art department and I desperately ask for an art supply store to be built in Pensacola, not just craft stores like Michael's and Hobby Lobby.
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Pensacola is the quiet beach town that comes to mind when you simply want to get away. It encompasses the whitest beaches and largest National Seashore for hundreds of miles around. In addition to it's obvious appeal for waterside luxury, Pensacola is also a wonderful place to live. There are several Military Bases located in Pensacola and surrounding towns, making this an extremely military-friendly place. Also, our schools rank among the top 10 in the state! With multiple hospitals, marinas, restaurants, stores, and local culture, you're sure to find just what it is you're looking for in a hometown.
If one likes the sunny, humid weather, one would love residing in Pensacola. The weather is great here, perfect for jogging, biking, walking, etc. All residents have easy access to the lovely beaches here that are famous for its white sands. There is the Naval Aviation museum close by that is very cool to visit. It is relatively safe depending where you live. Downtown Pensacola routinely hosts a "Gallery Night" where people can admire amazing art created by local artists and listen to diverse performances of music and voice from singer's and bands. The town also has a public high school that offers the International Baccalaureate program that is truly educational and certainly help with the success of the students that chose to attend there. Pensacola is certainly a lovely place and I am lucky to live here.