Business
- 1-Bedroom Purchase Price (Outside City)
- Approx. $2,800/m² (Example: 65m² = $182,000)
- Studio Purchase Price (City Center)
- Approx. $4,800/m² (Example: 45m² = $216,000)
- Studio Purchase Price (Outside City)
- Approx. $3,200/m² (Example: 45m² = $144,000)
- 1-Bedroom Purchase Price (City Center)
- Approx. $4,200/m² (Example: 65m² = $273,000)
- 2-Bedroom Purchase Price (City Center)
- Approx. $3,900/m² (Example: 85m² = $331,500)
- 2-Bedroom Purchase Price (Outside City)
- Approx. $2,500/m² (Example: 85m² = $212,500)
- Corporate Tax
- 5.5% (Florida State Corporate Income Tax) + 21% Federal
- Dividend Withholding Tax
- 0% for US residents (taxed as income); 30% for non-residents (may vary by treaty)
- Tax System
- Worldwide income basis for US Citizens; Florida has NO State Income Tax
- Highest Income Tax Bracket
- 37% (Federal Level only)
- VAT
- 7.5% (Sales Tax in Escambia County)
- Controlled Foreign Company (CFC) Rules
- Yes, US GILTI and Subpart F rules apply
- Property Tax
- Yes, approx. 1.05% of assessed value annually
- Property Transaction Tax
- Documentary Stamp Tax (0.70% of the sales price)
- Attractive Tax System for Digital Nomads
- High (No state income tax makes it a haven for domestic nomads)
Transportation
- Top Regional Airline
- Silver Airways (connections to Orlando/Tampa)
- Top International Airline
- Delta or American Airlines via Atlanta/Dallas hubs
- Highway Access
- Interstate 10 (East-West) and Interstate 110 (North-South)
- Main Train/Transit Hub
- ECAT Transfer Center (Buses); Amtrak is currently unavailable (Sunset Limited suspended)
- Public Transport Passes
- ECAT (Escambia County Area Transit) - $45 for a 30-day pass
- Regional Travel
- Groome Transportation (Shuttles) and Greyhound Bus Lines
- Best Taxi/Ride App
- Uber and Lyft (widely available)
- Bike/Scooter Rental
- Emerald Coast Tours (Bikes) and various electric scooter apps (Bird)
- Best Beach Nearby
- Pensacola Beach (15 mins from downtown) and Johnson Beach at Gulf Islands National Seashore
Health and Wellness
- Best Hospital
- Ascension Sacred Heart Hospital Pensacola (5151 N 9th Ave)
- Yoga & Wellness Centers
- Wild Lemon (Yoga/Pilates, 810 E Gregory St)
- Gyms & Fitness Centers
- Bear Levin Studer Family YMCA (Downtown, $65/month)
- Laundry Services
- Crystal Cleaners & Laundry (2480 N 9th Ave)
Food and Drink
- Best Food Delivery App
- DoorDash, UberEats, and Grubhub
- Best Local Dish to Try
- Grits à Ya Ya at The Fish House ($32)
- Vegan/Vegetarian Options
- End of the Line Cafe (All vegan, 610 E Wright St)
- Best Dessert Spots
- Bubba's Sweet Spot (Ice cream/fudge, 412 S Palafox St)
- Affordable Shopping Spots
- Palafox Market (Saturday mornings, fresh produce)
- E-commerce/Online Store
- Amazon (Same-day/Next-day delivery available)
- Grocery Delivery
- Instacart (Publix, Whole Foods) and Walmart+
- Bar/Nightlife Area
- Palafox Street (Downtown) and 'The Port' at Pensacola Beach
- Local Brewery
- Perfect Plain Brewing Co. (50 E Garden St)
- Wine Bars
- The Wine Bar on Palafox (600 S Palafox St)
- Street Food Stalls
- Al Fresco (Food truck court downtown at S Palafox & Main)
- Popular International Cuisine
- Khon's on Palafox (Asian Fusion/Sushi)
Culture and Attractions
- Must-See Landmarks
- National Naval Aviation Museum (NAS Pensacola)
- Museums & Art Venues
- Pensacola Museum of Art (407 S Jefferson St)
- Historical Sites
- Historic Pensacola Village (TTC Homes, Old Christ Church)
- Religious Sites
- Cathedral of the Sacred Heart
- Annual Events
- Blue Angels Homecoming Air Show (November), Pensacola Seafood Festival (September)
- Cultural Districts
- Belmont-DeVilliers (Historically known for Jazz and Blues)
- Theater Venues
- Saenger Theatre (118 S Palafox St)
- Local Markets
- T&W Flea Market (2117 S Hwy 29)
- Music Scene
- Vinyl Music Hall (Live concerts, 2 S Palafox St)
- Street Art
- The Graffiti Bridge (N 17th Ave)
- Cooking Classes
- So Gourmet and Kitchenry (Downtown)
- Art Galleries
- Quayside Art Gallery (East Zaragossa St)
- Historic Buildings
- Pensacola City Hall and T.T. Wentworth Jr. Florida State Museum
- Local Heritage
- Known as the 'City of Five Flags' reflecting its Spanish, French, British, Confederate, and US history
Nature and Outdoor Activities
- Nearby Nature Escapes
- Bay Bluffs Park (Shaded trails overlooking the bay)
- National Parks Nearby
- Gulf Islands National Seashore (Fort Pickens area)
- Cycling/Walking Paths
- Pensacola Bay Bridge Walking Path (3 miles across the bay)
- Scenic Viewpoints
- Fort Pickens (Sunset views) and the Pensacola Lighthouse
- Birdwatching Locations
- Project Greenshores (Quietwater Beach area)
- Bonfire-Friendly Spots
- Pensacola Beach (Designated areas only via permit)
Other Services and Amenities
- Parcel Delivery Service
- FedEx Office Print & Ship Center (Downtown), UPS Store
- Tech Repair Services
- uBreakiFix (Cordova Mall area)
- Table Tennis Spots
- Pensacola Table Tennis Club (Fricker Resource Center)
- Language Classes
- Pensacola State College (Continuing Education)
- Libraries & Study Spots
- West Florida Public Library (Main Branch, 239 N Spring St)
- Community Centers
- E.S. Cobb Resource Center
- Gaming Lounges
- The Video Game Capital of the World (Nearby Fort Walton)
- Casino & Gaming Halls
- Pensacola Greyhound Track & Poker Room
Essentials
- City
- Pensacola, Escambia County, Florida, United States
- Population
- 54,000 (City Center), 500,000 (Metropolitan Area)
- Internet Speed
- Average 250 Mbps via Cox Communications or AT&T Fiber
- Currency & Banking
- US Dollar (USD). Major banks: Wells Fargo, Bank of America, Navy Federal Credit Union
- Tap Water
- Drinkable and safe, though some locals prefer filters due to mineral content
- Power
- 120V, 60Hz, 🔌 Type A/B sockets
- SIM Card
- Verizon, T-Mobile, AT&T. Prepaid plans approx. $40-$60/month
- Banking for Expats
- Wise, Revolut (Standard US accounts), or local credit unions like PenAir
- Accommodation
- Airbnb, VRBO, and Furnished Finder for mid-term stays
- Cashless Friendly
- Yes, credit cards and Apple Pay accepted almost everywhere
- Short Term Rentals
- Airbnb (Downtown/Pensacola Beach), average $120-$250/night
- Budget Accommodation
- Sole Inn and Suites (approx. $95/night), Quality Inn
- Best Area to Stay for Tourists
- Pensacola Beach (Santa Rosa Island) for the Gulf front and boardwalk
- Best Area to Stay for Digital Nomads
- East Hill or Downtown (Palafox St area) for walkability and coffee shops
Working and Networking
- Best Coworking Space
- Cowork @ The Spring ($25 daily drop-in, 210 E Garden St)
- Best Cafe for Work
- Bodacious Brew (High-speed Wi-Fi, 407-D S Palafox St)
- Networking Events
- Pensacola Young Professionals (PYP) monthly 'Quality of Life' mixers
- Social Events for Expats
- Pensacola Digital Nomads & Remote Workers Meetup (Facebook Group)