RANK #890 / 996 · POP 278,722 · FL
PROJECTED GROWTH: -1.5%
St. Johns County, Florida, is perhaps best known for St. Augustine, the nation's oldest continuously inhabited European-established settlement, with its historic district, cobblestone streets, and landmarks like the Castillo de San Marcos. Located on Florida's northeast Atlantic coast, just south of Jacksonville, the county offers a blend of historic charm and coastal living. Commuting to Jacksonville is feasible, with express bus services available. The community offers a relaxed, outdoor-focused lifestyle with access to 42 miles of beaches, the St. Johns River, and numerous parks and preserves like Anastasia State Park and the Guana Tolomato Matanzas National Estuarine Research Reserve, providing opportunities for kayaking, hiking, and birdwatching.
Life in St. Johns County often appeals to families and retirees, drawn by the highly-rated public school system and a variety of communities, including master-planned developments like Nocatee and coastal towns such as Ponte Vedra Beach. The economy is experiencing growth, with significant investment in residential and commercial development, as well as infrastructure. This expansion is supported by a growing workforce and a focus on sectors such as advanced manufacturing, health sciences, and business services. While the county has seen rapid population growth, efforts are underway to manage this expansion while preserving its natural environment.
Overvalued relative to economy
Above national median
Prices declining
Moderate climate & terrain
Above national median (13x)
Housing looks overvalued at 8.0x — home prices are high relative to local economic output. The typical U.S. county is 4–6x.
Source: Redfin · Census BPS — Browse sales on Redfin →
| PROJECT | AMOUNT | STATUS |
|---|---|---|
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SilverLeaf Master-Planned Community
Various Developers
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$1,000M | Under Construction |
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St. Johns County Infrastructure Program
St. Johns County
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$820M | Under Construction |
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"Agrihood" Community Development
Robinson Improvement Co. (Freehold Communities)
|
$500M | Proposed |
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Amazon Last-Mile Distribution Center
Amazon
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$50M | Operating |
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Broward's Corner Mixed-Use Redevelopment
Local Owners behind Broward's Liquor
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$50M | Proposed |
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County Road 16 Widening and Improvements
St. Johns County
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$25M | Under Construction |
Source: public records, news, corporate announcements. Amounts are estimates where noted.
Bars show percentile rank among all 996 counties.
St. Johns County has a Boom Town Index score of 11/100, ranking #890 among 996 U.S. counties. With job growth at +2.9% and a median household income of $100,020, it faces some economic headwinds compared to faster-growing counties.
The median home value in St. Johns County is $416,100 with median rent at $1,601/month. The income-to-home-value ratio is 0.2404, which is less affordable than the national average.
Population growth: +4.9% year-over-year. Job growth: +2.9%. Home values changed -3.5% in the past 12 months.
Yes — 3.74% of St. Johns County's population moved from another state, which is above the national average and indicates strong in-migration.