Jay, FL is a small rural town located in the north-western panhandle of Florida. With a population of 635 and a population density of 393 people per square mile, it has remained relatively untouched compared to other cities in the US with an average population density of 93 people per square mile. Jay is home to several local businesses including Blake’s Bait & Tackle, Capps Country Store, and Deemer’s Tire & Auto Repair. Jay also offers year-round outdoor activities like fishing, hunting, camping and kayaking at nearby Coldwater Creek Park. Additionally, the Jay Community Center hosts monthly events with activities ranging from arts & crafts to toy drives during the holiday season. Lastly, Jay High School hosts sporting events such as basketball and baseball for both adults and children throughout the year.
The population in Jay is 635. There are 383 people per square mile aka population density. The median age in Jay is 42.9, the US median age is 38.4. The number of people per household in Jay is 2.3, the US average of people per household is 2.6.
Family in Jay
- 55.0% are married
- 10.4% are divorced
- 27.8% are married with children
- 16.5% have children, but are single
Race in Jay
- 98.0% are White
- 0.0% are Black
- 0.0% are Asian
- 0.5% are Native American
- 0.0% claim Other
- 1.5% claim Hispanic ethnicity
- 0.0% Two or more races
- 0.0% Hawaiian, Pacific Islander