Reports
Child Dependency Ratio
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- Data Sources: American Community Survey (ACS) 5-Year Survey
The child dependency ratio shows how many young residents rely on working-age adults, revealing the pressure placed on families and community resources. This measure highlights demographic trends that affect schools, childcare, and economic planning across Jacksonville.
Access to Healthy Food
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Access to healthy food in Jacksonville remains uneven, with some neighborhoods facing significant barriers to fresh, affordable options. These patterns point to where food deserts persist and where targeted interventions can support better nutrition, long-term health, and community resilience.
Pedatrician Ratio
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The ratio of pediatricians to children in Jacksonville reveals uneven access to primary care during the critical years of growth and development. Tracking these shortages by area helps identify where investments in pediatric care are most needed to ensure every child has the opportunity for a healthy start.
Age 5 and Under Below Poverty
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In Jacksonville, poverty among children five and under highlights the pressures faced by families during a child’s most formative years. These data points underscore where concentrated need exists, guiding efforts to strengthen early childhood support systems and reduce disparities that affect lifelong outcomes.
Life Expectancy at Birth
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- Vintage: 2015
- Data Sources: Small-Area Life Expectancy Estimates Project (USALEEP)
Life expectancy at birth varies significantly across Jacksonville, reflecting the combined impact of access to care, neighborhood conditions, income, and education on long-term health. These findings provide a clear benchmark for understanding where residents are thriving, where gaps persist, and how policy and investment decisions shape the future of our city.
What’s Ahead: Annual Competitiveness Reports
Later this year, we’ll introduce an expanded layer of insight — the Annual Competitiveness Reports. These reports will benchmark Jacksonville’s performance in key areas against peer cities, regional norms, and long-term goals. You’ll be able to track civic momentum year-over-year and see how we stack up — and step up.