Apartments for rent in Fernandina Beach, FL

A small city in Florida, Fernandina Beach has slightly more than 12,000 residents. It's a nice place to settle down, as retirees account for a greater percentage of the population (30%) here than they do nationally (14%), while young adults are less well-represented. With an average age of just under 49, the city's residents are older than most cities in Florida. Just 32% of residents rent in Fernandina Beach, as most own their homes. The average rent of $1,224/month is slightly above the state average.

Compared to the national average (7%), Fernandina Beach has a large concentration of residents older than 25 who have advanced degrees, as 11% have earned a Master's or a Doctorate. In addition, 19% have earned a Bachelor's degree, which also outpaces the national average. Many Fernandina Beach residents work in one of two industries: entertainment and healthcare. Together, these industries make up 12% of the city's workforce. Meanwhile, looking at job function, 5% of residents work in sales, making it the top profession in the city. With an average annual income of about $73K, Fernandina Beach workers earn about $6,000 more than their peers elsewhere in the state. However, Fernandina Beach's average income is roughly on par with the national average ($73,345).

Fernandina Beach has an average commute time of about 25 minutes, outperforming the state average of about 29 minutes. Many residents (36%) drive their car to work, while public transit is not used much. Walking (2%) isn't a common way to get to work, though the number exceeds the national average.