Palm City, FL

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 6/10
home Housing 3/10
visibility Safety 8/10
local_library Schools 9/10
local_airport Airports 6/10
school Colleges 2/10
accessibility Hospitals 1/10
directions_bike Bikeability
Not Bikeable. The area lacks biking infrastructure and has unsafe or impractical conditions for cyclists, requiring alternative transportation methods.
directions_run Walkability
Not Walkable. The area is heavily car-dependent, with almost no amenities within walking distance or pedestrian-friendly infrastructure.
directions_car Commute
Average Commutes. Travel times and convenience are typical, with some challenges during peak hours or in certain areas.
directions_bus Transit
Very Limited Access. The area has little to no public transportation infrastructure, making it difficult to travel without a personal vehicle.
home Housing
Highly Expensive. Housing and rent costs are extremely high, contributing to a significantly elevated overall cost of living.
visibility Safety
Generally Safe. Crime rates are below average, with only occasional incidents, making the area a relatively secure place to live.
local_airport Airports
Moderately Accessible. Access to the airport is reasonable, but it may require some planning or travel time.
accessibility Hospitals
Healthcare Scarce. The area has little to no access to hospitals or healthcare providers, requiring significant travel for most medical needs.
school Colleges
Higher Education Desert. The area has little to no access to colleges, requiring significant travel or relocation for education.
local_library Schools
Academic Excellence. High-performing schools with excellent test scores, strong graduation rates, and consistent college readiness. These schools regularly exceed state standards.

Residents

Population
25,699 332.4M (US)
Median Age
50.2 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
73.6% 64% (US)
College-Educated
47.9% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$117,689 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
94.8% 88% (US)
Average Commute
32 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
11.4% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$532,100 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$882 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$1,796 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
78.5% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Martin County
3
Port St. Lucie Metro Area
3
Florida
5

Property Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing theft, burglary, or property damage.

How the Property Crime Score here compares with other places

Martin County
4
Port St. Lucie Metro Area
3
Florida
5

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 2 0 62
Feb 3 0 64
Mar 4 0 68
Apr 3 0 71
May 4 0 77
Jun 8 0 81
Jul 7 0 82
Aug 8 0 82
Sep 7 0 81
Oct 4 0 76
Nov 3 0 70
Dec 2 0 64

Hazards

Coastal Flood Risk

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is a Republican stronghold, with 40% of residents leaning left and 56% leaning right.

Liberal (41%) (57%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 57%
Hillary Clinton 41%
Other 2%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District 21, FL State Senate District 31, FL State House District 85, FL
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Schools

Bessey Creek Elementary School
<1 miles, E • 4.6 star
Palm City Elementary School
1 miles, S • 4.1 star
Hidden Oaks Middle School
1 miles, SW • 4.6 star
Citrus Grove Elementary
2 miles, W • 4.6 star
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Colleges

Fortis Institute-Port Saint Lucie
9 miles, N • 1.4 star
Fort Pierce Beauty Academy
16 miles, N • 1 star
Indian River State College
18 miles, N • 1.4 star
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Hospitals

St Lucie Medical Center
8 miles, N • 2.3 star
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Airports

Palm Beach International Airport
36 miles, S • 2.8 star
Melbourne International Airport
68 miles, N • 1 star
Miami International Airport
96 miles, SW • 4.1 star
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