Cost Index: 94 · Below Average

Cost of Living in Jacksonville

Median income in Jacksonville is $48,000/year ($4,000/month). Here is how to budget every dollar.

Average Rent in Jacksonville

$1,000

Studio

$1,200

1 Bedroom

$1,450

2 Bedrooms

Monthly Budget Breakdown: $4,000/month

How to allocate the median Jacksonville income of $48,000/year after taxes.

Housing

$1,200

30%

Food & Groceries

$400

10%

Transportation

$370

9%

Utilities

$200

5%

Healthcare

$200

5%

Entertainment

$240

6%

Personal & Other

$200

5%

Savings

$1,190

30%

Total

$4,000

100%

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Affordable Neighborhoods in Jacksonville

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Riverside and Avondale have walkable character and local shops at moderate prices

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San Marco is a desirable neighborhood with restaurants and boutiques

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The Beaches (Jax Beach, Neptune Beach) offer coastal living at moderate costs

Money-Saving Tips for Jacksonville

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No state income tax in Florida means higher take-home pay

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Free beach access is one of Jacksonville's best perks — skip expensive entertainment

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Shop at Publix (BOGO deals), Aldi, and Winn-Dixie for grocery savings

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