Palm Beach County

As of 2020, Palm Beach County, FL, has a population of approximately 1.5 million. The racial composition is 77.0% White, 19.8% Black or African American, 2.4% Asian, and 18.2% Hispanic or Latino. About 22% of the population is under 18 and 26% is 65 or older. The median household income is around $63,000, with a poverty rate of about 12.5%. The county covers 2,383 square miles, making it the third-largest Florida county in terms of land area.

As of 2023, Palm Beach County, FL, has a median home price of around $450,000. Renters pay a median monthly rent of approximately $2,000. The homeownership rate stands at 68%, with a vacancy rate of about 12%. Housing construction has moderately increased, with a 1.5% annual growth rate in new units. The area shows a diverse range of housing options, from luxury beachfront properties to more affordable inland homes.

Palm Beach County, FL, administers elections for various local, state, and federal offices. Key elected positions include seats on the county commission, school board, and various municipal offices.

Voter Statistics:

• Registered Voters: ~970,000
• Voter Turnout (General Elections): ~65%

Recent Candidates (2022 General Election Highlights):

• County Commission District 2: Marci Woodward (R) vs. Gregg Weiss (D)
• School Board District 6: Marcia Andrews vs. Jennifer Showalter
• Congressional District 21: Lois Frankel (D) (Incumbent) vs. Dan Franzese (R)

Elections are conducted by the Palm Beach County Supervisor of Elections, who ensures compliance with local, state, and federal laws. Voter engagement includes early voting, absentee ballots, and Election Day voting to accommodate all eligible citizens. For the latest information, visit the Palm Beach County Supervisor of Elections website.

Palm Beach County, FL, has a well-educated population. As of recent data, approximately 90.3% of residents 25 and older have a high school diploma or higher, compared to the national average of 88.5% and the Florida state average of 89%. Regarding higher education, about 35.2% of Palm Beach County residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher, surpassing both the national average of 33.1% and the Florida state average of 30.5%. This indicates that Palm Beach County is relatively more educated than both state and national benchmarks.

As of the most recent data, Palm Beach County, FL, has a labor force of approximately 742,000 people, with an unemployment rate around 3.7%, closely mirroring the national average of 3.8% and the state average of 3.5%.

Top industries include healthcare and social assistance (17.5%), retail trade (13.5%), and professional, scientific, and technical services (9.3%). Comparatively, nationally, healthcare (14.2%) and retail (11.5%) are also dominant, but Palm Beach County shows a higher percentage in professional services. Florida overall has similar trends but with slightly higher proportions in leisure and hospitality (about 14%).

This indicates that Palm Beach County has a somewhat more diversified economy with a stronger emphasis on high-skill industries compared to both the state and national averages.

As of the latest available data, the average income in Palm Beach County, FL, stands at approximately $68,649. For comparison, the average income in the state of Florida is around $55,660, while the national average is about $57,617. These numbers reflect the higher earning potential in Palm Beach County relative to both the state and national figures.

Palm Beach County showcases a relatively higher standard of living compared to state and national averages.

As of the most recent data available, Palm Beach County, FL has a crime rate of 2,678 incidents per 100,000 residents. This is slightly above the national average. The table below provides a breakdown of different types of crimes reported:

Please note that these numbers are subject to change as new data becomes available and can vary year by year.