Nocatee sits along the St. Johns County coastline between Ponte Vedra and St. Augustine, and it has spent more than a decade near the top of national rankings for fastest-growing master-planned communities. It’s also part of why Premier Movers has grown into one of the go-to movers in Jacksonville FL for families relocating into St. Johns County. The draw isn’t a mystery: new schools, expanding retail, and a design built almost entirely around parks, trails, and water access.
How Fast Is Nocatee Growing?
The U.S. Census counted 22,503 residents in Nocatee in 2020, up from just 4,524 in 2010 — an increase of nearly 400% in a single decade. That growth hasn’t slowed. Between 2022 and 2023 alone, the population climbed from 22,950 to 25,581, an 11.5% jump, with a median household income around $131,488. St. Johns County, where Nocatee sits, is now Florida’s fastest-growing county at 4.42% annualized growth, ahead of every other county in the state.
What’s New in Nocatee Right Now?
The community isn’t finished building. A new K-8 school is opening for the 2026–2027 school year, and The Hub at Nocatee, a 63,225-square-foot retail development, is under construction near the Marketplace at Nocatee. That kind of ongoing investment is a good sign for anyone worried about buying into a community that’s already peaked — Nocatee is still adding schools, retail, and amenities years after its first residents moved in.
How Much Does It Cost to Move to Nocatee?
Local moves into Nocatee are priced the same way most Jacksonville-area moves are: by the hour, based on crew size and how much you’re moving. Hourly rates for a standard two-person crew in the Jacksonville market run $95–$116, with larger three- and four-person crews costing more per hour but finishing the job faster. Here’s what that looks like by home size:
| Home size | Estimated cost |
|---|---|
| Studio / 1 bedroom | $222–$470 |
| 2 bedrooms | $489–$752 |
| 3–4 bedrooms | $1,119–$1,972 |
| 5+ bedrooms | $1,968–$3,027 |
Most Jacksonville-area moves land in the $752–$1,721 range, with a crew of 3–4 movers finishing in 5–8 hours. Moving during peak season, roughly May through September, can push rates 20–30% higher, so booking in the fall or winter is one of the simplest ways to save.
What to Know Before Your Nocatee Move
- Check your HOA’s gate and delivery rules early. Many Nocatee neighborhoods use gated access, and movers need advance notice to get a truck through.
- Plan around Florida humidity. Wood furniture and electronics do better in climate-controlled storage during the summer months.
- Book your mover well before peak season. May through September is the busiest and most expensive stretch of the year.
- Confirm your new address with the St. Johns County school district early if you have kids starting mid-year.
Settling Into Life in Nocatee
Nocatee’s growth means new neighbors, new construction, and a community that’s still actively adding to what’s already there — a rare thing to find this close to established parts of Jacksonville. Whether you’re relocating from across town or across the state, Premier Movers has handled residential moves throughout St. Johns County, including nearby Ponte Vedra, for years.
Growth of this scale is unusual even among Florida’s fastest-expanding suburbs, according to U.S. Census Bureau data. It’s worth keeping in mind if you’re deciding how quickly to make your move.
Ready to Make Nocatee Home?
Nocatee’s growth shows no signs of slowing, and neither does the demand for reliable local movers who know the area. Our team can walk your Nocatee move through every step, from packing to delivery. Get your free quote and see what your move would look like.
