Jacksonville is famously known as the .

: A notable "dirty south punk rock" band influential in the local scene.

: Downtown is undergoing a major $5 billion revitalization , including the Pearl Street District and the Emerald Trail , a 30-mile network designed to connect historic areas.

: The city is highly regarded for having no state income tax and housing costs roughly 10-11% cheaper than the national average. However, recent estimates suggest a household income of $118,000 is now needed for a "comfortable" lifestyle.

“I have lived in Jax for 30 years and love it... I love the beach and the river. There are great restaurants and bars. The historic parts of Jacksonville are around every corner.” Yelp · Emily G. Jacksonville, FL Reviews - Niche

“Jacksonville is a great place to raise a family and has fun, free activities. however, it is not a very walkable city, and does not have much public transportation.” Niche · 2 days ago