What are the schools like in Jasper, FL?

Jasper is served primarily by HAMILTON. The district operates 1 elementary schools, several middle schools, and 2 high schools with a student-to-teacher ratio of 17.2:1.

What is the median household income in Jasper?

The median household income in Jasper, FL is $38,456 according to the most recent US Census American Community Survey 5-year estimates. The unemployment rate is 4.8%.

What is the weather like in Jasper, FL?

Jasper has an average high temperature of 63.0°F in January and 90.2°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 52.6 inches.

Jasper, FL Cost of Living, Crime & Is It a Good Place to Live? (2026)

Q: Is Jasper, FL affordable or expensive?

Jasper's cost of living index is 92, where 100 represents the national average. This means Jasper is 8% less expensive than the average US city. The median home value is $100,700 and the median rent is $670 per month.

Q: What is the crime rate in Jasper, FL?

Crime rate data for Jasper is not currently available from the FBI's reported data.

Is Jasper, FL a Good Place to Live?

Jasper is a small town of 4,310 in Florida, with a median household income of $38,456 and a 4.8% unemployment rate. Its cost of living index is 92 (US average = 100), which is 8% below the national average.

Strengths: Jasper stands out for an affordable cost of living, below-average home prices, short average commutes.

Trade-offs: No major red flags stand out in the available data. Whether Jasper is right for you depends on your priorities — the full breakdown is below.

All Jasper city data on this page comes from official government sources — the US Census Bureau, FBI, NCES, BEA, and NOAA — updated annually.

Cost of Living

Index: 92.4

Jasper's overall cost of living index is 92.4, where 100 represents the US national average. Living in Jasper costs roughly 8% less than the average American city.

Metric	Jasper, FL	National Avg
Median Home Value	$100,700	$244,900
Median Monthly Rent	$670	$1,163
Homeownership Rate	48.8%	65.9%
Median Household Income	$38,456	$74,755

Crime & Safety

Crime data for Jasper is not currently available from the FBI's Uniform Crime Reporting program. Not all local agencies report to the UCR each year.

Schools & Education

Jasper is served primarily by HAMILTON. The student-to-teacher ratio is 17.2:1 (slightly above the national average of ~16:1).

Metric	Jasper, FL	National Avg
School District	HAMILTON	—
Elementary Schools	1	—
Middle Schools	N/A	—
High Schools	2	—
Student/Teacher Ratio	17.2:1	16:1
Bachelor's Degree or Higher	6.2%	35.4%
High School Diploma or Higher	67.0%	91.1%

Weather & Climate

Jasper sees average highs of 63.0°F in January and 90.2°F in July, with 52.6 inches of annual precipitation .

Metric	Jasper, FL
Average High — January	63.0°F
Average High — July	90.2°F
Annual Precipitation	52.6"
Annual Snowfall	Trace / None

Demographics

Metric	Jasper, FL	National Avg
Population	4,310	—
Median Age	36.3	38.9
Unemployment Rate	4.8%	3.7%
Avg Commute Time	17.7 min	26 min
White (non-Hispanic)	51.6%	59.3%
Black or African American	44.4%	13.6%
Hispanic or Latino	2.3%	18.9%
Asian	0.3%	6.3%
Under 18	14.6%	22.2%
65 and over	11.3%	16.8%

Nearby Cities

Live Oak, FL 11 mi White Springs, FL 14 mi Jennings, FL 14 mi Echols County, GA 18 mi Lake Park, GA 22 mi

ZIP Codes in Jasper

Jasper, FL is covered by 1 ZIP code:

32052

Jasper vs Other Cities

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Jasper, FL affordable or expensive?

Jasper's cost of living index is 92, where 100 is the national average. That makes Jasper roughly 8% less expensive than a typical US city — a meaningful affordability advantage. The median home price is $100,700 and median rent is $670/month.

What is the crime rate in Jasper, FL?

Crime data for Jasper is not available in the current FBI UCR reporting year. Not all jurisdictions submit data annually.

What are the schools like in Jasper?

Public schools in Jasper are operated by HAMILTON. The district has 1 elementary, several middle, and 2 high schools. The student-to-teacher ratio is 17.2:1. 6.2% of adults 25+ hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Is Jasper, FL a good place to live?

Jasper, FL has a population of 4,310, a median household income of $38,456, and an unemployment rate of 4.8%. It offers below-average costs of living, which stretches take-home pay further than in most American cities. Whether it's right for you depends on your priorities — use the compare tool above to stack it against another city you're considering.

What is the weather like in Jasper?

Jasper averages 63.0°F in January and 90.2°F in July. Annual rainfall is 52.6 inches . Based on NOAA 30-year climate normals (1991–2020).

What ZIP codes are in Jasper?

Jasper, FL is covered by 1 ZIP code: 32052.

What is the population of Jasper?

The population of Jasper, Florida is 4,310 with a median age of 36.3. Source: US Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.

What are the pros and cons of living in Jasper?

Key numbers for living in Jasper: cost of living index 92 (100 = US average), median home $100,700, median household income $38,456, schools rated C+. Whether these are benefits or drawbacks depends on where you're coming from — compare Jasper side by side with your current city to see the trade-offs.