
Also known as Northeast Florida, the Jacksonville region continues to post strong economic growth heading into 2026, with a 5-county population of 1,760,548. Jacksonville ranks as the #3 Top City for Economic Growth and the #7 Best Big City to Live in the U.S., underpinning sustained demand for multifamily housing as population and job growth outpace many peer Southeast metros.
The Kirkland Company is a commercial real estate investment sales firm focused on multifamily properties across thirteen states in the Southeast and Midwest. Their Q1 2026 Jacksonville multifamily market overview tracks population, economic, and multifamily inventory trends to help owners and investors assess the region's growth trajectory. To read the full report, click here.
