Median Age
41 Years
Largest Age Group
45-54 Years
Approximately 17% of Residents
Under 20
28%
Over 65
13%
Saint Johns, FL Area Guide
Avg Rent
$1,463
Population
73,873
Renter Mix
12% Rent
A tranquil riverside suburb with the big city and the beach at your doorstep
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Coastal
Saint Johns, Florida, is a fast-growing county seat community in St. Johns County, positioned between Jacksonville to the north and St. Augustine to the south, giving residents access to two major metro areas without the density of either. The area draws considerable attention for its highly rated public schools, which are consistently ranked among the best in the state, making it one of Florida's most sought-after places to rent. The local economy benefits from proximity to Jacksonville's healthcare, finance, and logistics sectors, while St. Augustine's tourism and hospitality industries add further employment variety within easy commuting range.
Neighborhood variety here leans toward planned residential communities, with master-planned developments like Julington Creek Plantation and Durbin Crossing defining much of the area's character. Housing options reflect that suburban, well-organized feel: renters will find a solid mix of single-family rental homes, townhomes, and apartment communities featuring resort-style amenities, open floor plans, and attached garages. High-rise living is not part of the landscape here; instead, the architecture tends toward spacious, low-rise construction surrounded by preserved natural buffers and retention ponds.
Day-to-day life in Saint Johns moves at a measured pace, with a strong sense of community built around outdoor recreation, local events, and neighborhood gathering spaces. Florida State College at Jacksonville has a nearby campus, adding an educational anchor to the area. Residents enjoy a lifestyle that balances suburban calm with convenient access to urban employment, cultural attractions, and Florida's coastline.
Explore the City
Sunset over the St. Johns coast
A beautiful day on the St. Johns River
Nearby St. Augustine's Bridge of Lions
Demographics
Median Household Income
$142,860
Average: $162,205
Education
29,469
Residents Have a Degree
Job Market
37,502
Workers Employed
Age Distribution
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Housing Distribution
Saint Johns has more homeowners than renters.
Renters
12%
Non-Renters
88%
Education Distribution
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Bachelor's or Higher
36%
Other Education
64%
Rent Trends
As of July 2026, the average apartment rent in Saint Johns, FL is $1,377 for a studio, $1,460 for one bedroom, $1,822 for two bedrooms, and $2,195 for three bedrooms. Apartment rent in Saint Johns has decreased by -3.6% in the past year.
Property Type
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Apartment
$1,460/month
807 Sq Ft
House
$3,371/month
2,474 Sq Ft
Townhome
$2,086/month
1,442 Sq Ft
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Getting Around
Explore how walkable, bikeable, drivable, and transit-friendly Saint Johns, FL is for everyday living.
Not Walkable
Walkability
10
/ 100
Exceptionally Drivable
Drivability
90
/ 100
Somewhat Bikeable
Bikeability
30
/ 100
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Schools
Public
Grades K-8
1,347 Students
Public
Grades K-8
1,249 Students
Hickory Creek Elementary School
Public
Grades PK-5
625 Students
Public
Grades K-8
1,704 Students
Durbin Creek Elementary School
Public
Grades PK-5
1,088 Students
Public
Grades K-8
1,347 Students
Public
Grades K-8
1,249 Students
Public
Grades 6-8
1,206 Students
Switzerland Point Middle School
Public
Grades 6-8
1,015 Students
Public
Grades K-8
1,704 Students
Public
Grades 9-12
2,425 Students
Public
Grades 9-12
2,419 Students
Public
Grades 9-12
2,114 Students
School data provided by
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The GreatSchools Rating helps parents compare schools within a state based on a variety of school quality indicators and provides a helpful picture of how effectively each school serves all of its students. Ratings are on a scale of 1 (below average) to 10 (above average) and can include test scores, college readiness, academic progress, advanced courses, equity, discipline and attendance data. We also advise parents to visit schools, consider other information on school performance and programs, and consider family needs as part of the school selection process.
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Points of Interest
Shopping Centers
Parks and Recreation
- Julington Durbin Preserve
- Mandarin Park
- Walter Jones Historical Park
Commuter Rail
Airports
- Jacksonville International
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Methodology
† Our analysis of utilities, groceries, transportation, healthcare, home prices, and other goods and services is sourced from the Cost of Living Index, a respected benchmark published by the Council for Community and Economic Research (C2ER) that provides a thorough overview of living expenses across different regions.
Rent data is provided by CoStar Group’s Market Trend reports. As the industry leader in commercial real estate information, analytics, and news, CoStar conducts extensive research to produce and maintain a comprehensive database of commercial real estate information. We combine this data with public record to provide the most up-to-date rental information available.
Consumer goods, services, and home prices are sourced from the Cost of Living Index published by the Council for Community and Economic Research (C2ER). The data on this page is updated quarterly. It was last published in June 2026.
Demographic information comes from Neustar and combines detailed address data with U.S. Census and American Community Survey statistics to produce reliable local estimates.