Emerald-coast beaches, Navy-town bones. Median home price runs about $312K with an effective property tax near 0.86% — roughly $2,683/yr on the median home.
Scorecard
Dimension
Pensacola
Median home price
$312K
Effective property tax
0.86%
Tax friendliness
10/10
Winter mildness
9/10
Summer comfort
4/10
Walkability
5/10
Outdoor access
7/10
Culture & food
5/10
Healthcare
6/10
Airport connectivity
7/10
Schools
6/10
Safety
5/10
Hazard safety (10 = lowest risk)
6/10
Growth trajectory
7/10
Who it fits: tax-sensitive movers, buyers with room in the budget. Who should look elsewhere: