Escambia County, Florida ( Population, Area, Geography, Climate and more)

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Escambia County is located in northwest Florida, serving as both the westernmost and one of the oldest counties in the state

Geography

  • Located in northwest Florida
  • Bordered by:
    • Alabama (west and north)
    • Santa Rosa County (east)
    • Gulf of Mexico (south)
  • Distance from Gulf of Mexico to Alabama: approximately 50 miles
  • Features picture-perfect white sand beaches and clear, emerald Gulf waters

Climate

  • Annual mean temperature: 68.4°F (20.2°C)
  • Seasonal temperatures:
    • Average January (winter): 52.5°F (11.4°C)
    • Average July (summer): 83°F (28.3°C)
  • Annual rainfall: 62-87 inches
  • Average annual sunshine: 66%
  • Average sunny days per year: 343
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Population and Demographics

  • Current population: 323,275
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  • Population density: 444.7 persons per square mile
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  • Demographics (2005 data):
    • White: 71.4%
    • Black: 23.0%
    • Asian: 2.4%
    • Hispanic or Latino: 2.9%
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Area

  • Total area: 661 square miles (420,480 acres)
  • Water area: 64,000 acres
  • Land area: 662 square miles

The county is home to Pensacola Beach, which was ranked the #4 Top U.S. Beach in 2020 by Tripadvisor, and features a diverse landscape ranging from rural settings to bayfront properties

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