Population Government data
The Pensacola area's population grew 6.5% from 2020 to 2025 (511,571 → 544,949), ranking #72 of 387 metros for growth (typical metro +2.5%). People moving in (net +35,498) account for more than all of the change.
Census Bureau population estimates, July 1 of each year, 2020–2025.
New homes permitted Government data
New-home permits in Pensacola are down 18% from 2021 to 2025 (4,051 → 3,327). Permits are a sign of construction activity, not a count of open jobs.
Census Building Permits Survey, annual 2021–2025.
Local housing Government data
The Pensacola area has about 235,478 homes. 34% were built before 1980 (typical metro 45%), so its housing is newer than most; 19% were built in 2010 or later. 71% of households own their home, and the median home value is $314,100.
Census American Community Survey, 2024 1-year estimates (table DP04).
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Pay: BLS OEWS, May 2025 (metro-level). Real pay: BEA price parities, 2024. How we calculate
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