Living in Baker County, Florida

Baker County is a county in Florida with a population of around 27,420, part of the Jacksonville, FL MSA metro area. The main communities are Macclenny, Glen St. Mary.

Cost of Living

Median rent is $782/month, well below the national average, with a median home price of around $299K. The county has one of the lowest unemployment rates in the country at 2.2%.

Weather and Climate

The climate brings very warm winters (highs around 67°F) and hot summers (highs around 89°F). The coast is 1-3 hours. The area has wildfire risk worth factoring into home insurance decisions.

Demographics

Baker County has relatively young demographics, with a median age of 38 and a predominantly working-class population (13% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher). The county votes strongly Republican.