Wellington is a village located in Palm Beach County, Florida, United States. It is known for its equestrian community and is considered the “Winter Equestrian Capital of the World” because of the many equestrian events that take place there during the winter months.

In addition to its equestrian culture, Wellington offers a variety of recreational activities, including golfing, fishing, boating, and hiking. The village has numerous parks and outdoor spaces, including the Wellington Environmental Preserve, which features hiking trails, an observation tower, and a boardwalk.

Wellington is also home to a variety of shopping and dining options, including the Wellington Green Mall and a variety of upscale restaurants. The village has a strong sense of community and hosts a number of events and festivals throughout the year, including the Winter Equestrian Festival, the International Polo Club Palm Beach, and the Wellington Balloon Festival.

Overall, Wellington is a vibrant and bustling community with a strong focus on equestrian sports and outdoor recreation, making it a great place to visit or live for those who enjoy the outdoors and a tight-knit community. House prices in Wellington are higher than the US national average.

Population:

• Population 61,634 (2023 )
• Median age: 41.5 (2022)
• Residents under 18: 25.2% (2023)
• Residents over 65: 17.8% (2023)
• Population by sex: 48% female, 52% male (2023)
• Married population (2023): 58.4%
• Homeowners and renters: 75.9% homeowners, 20.1% renters (2022)
• Population change (2010 -2020): Appx. 10% Increase
• Poverty rate compared to the US national average (2022): 6.3% vs the average of 11.5%

Demographics (2022):

• White Non Hispanic – 54.5%
• Multiracial Hispanic – 12.8%
• Black Non Hispanic – 10.6%
• White Hispanic – 10.3%
• Asian – 5.32%
• Other Hispanic – 3.5%

*Prices shown are based only on activity for the dates specified

Income:

• Median household income: $105,848 (2022)
• Avg. per capita income: $51,226 (2022)

Tax:

• County property tax rate: 1.12% of a property’s assessed fair market value (2023)
• Combined state and county sales tax rate: 7% (2023)

Cost of Living:

• Average cost of living compared to the US national average (2023): 14% Higher
• Cost of housing compared to the Florida average (2023): Higher
• Cost of food compared to the US national average(2023): Higher
• Cost of healthcare compared to the US national average (2023): Appx. same
• Cost of utilities compared to the US national average (2023): 3% Lower
• Cost of transportation compared to the US national average (2023): 33.7% Higher

Political affiliation based on the 2024 election results ( Palm Beach County ): 

Democratic – 49.77%

Republican – 40.01%

Other – 1.22%

Largest 3 employers: Wellington Regional Medical Center, Palm Beach County School District, and Aerojet Rocketdyne

Top 3 highest rated school districts: Palm Beach County School District, Martin County School District, and St. Lucie County School District

Coastal: No

Average low and high temperature: Low 20.1°C, High 28°C

FunFacts: Many famous people and celebrities have made Wellington either their home or seasonal home such as Madonna, Bill Gates, Glenn Close and Tommy Lee Jones

Location and Amenities:

 

Highways:

• Hwy I – 95: 30 min ( 22.3 miles )

Airports:

• Palm Beach International Airport: 23 min ( 13.3 miles )
• Palm Beach Outlets: 27 min ( 17.3 miles )

Hospitals:

• HCA Florida Palms West Hospital ( recipient of the 2021, 2022 Patient Safety Excellence Award ): 6 min ( 2.6 miles )

Universities and Colleges:

• Florida Atlantic University ( Boca Raton ): 35 min 9 33.7 miles )
• Palm Beach Atlantic University: 26 min ( 16.8 miles )
• Keiser University ( West Palm Campus): 19 min ( 10.4 miles )

Major Cities:

• Boca Raton is appx. 30 miles away
• Fort Lauderdale is appx. 50 miles away ( 1 hr )

Hospitals:

• Wellington Regional Medical Center Hospital ( recipient of the 2021, 2022 Patient Safety Excellence Award )

Shopping:

• The Wellington Green Mall

Amenities and Attractions:

• The Wellington Amphitheatre: Hosts movie nights, musical and comedy nights as well as the Food Truck Invasion
• The Winter Equestrian Festival: The largest and longest horse show in the world.
• USPA Gold Cup Polo Tournament
• US Open Polo Championships

Short Term Rental Regulations:

** All short term rental operations in Florida must obtain a business license from the Florida Department of Business and Professional Regulation ( DBPR ) and a Florida Department of Revenue Certificate of Sales and Use. ** Short term rental regulations can be subject to change and should always be confirmed with city / towns or county departments.

*Restrictions:

• Rental periods of less than 30 days and for more than 3 times per calendar year are deemed to be short term rentals.
• Maximum occupancy: 2 persons per bedroom
• Zoning restrictions may apply
• Noise restrictions apply

For more information visit – wellingtonfl.gov