Boynton Beach is a city located in Palm Beach County, Florida, United States. It is situated along the coast of the Atlantic Ocean, about 13 miles south of West Palm Beach and 60 miles north of Miami. The population of Boynton Beach is estimated to be around 80,000 people.

Boynton Beach is known for its beautiful beaches, warm weather, and outdoor recreational opportunities. The city has a number of public parks, including the popular Oceanfront Park Beach, which features a boardwalk, picnic areas, and a playground. The city is also home to a number of golf courses, including the popular Links at Boynton Beach.

In addition to its outdoor recreational opportunities, Boynton Beach has a thriving arts and culture scene. The city is home to several galleries and museums, including the Schoolhouse Children’s Museum & Learning Center and the Boynton Beach Art District.

Boynton Beach is also home to a diverse and growing population, with a mix of residents from different cultural and ethnic backgrounds. The city has a number of annual events that celebrate this diversity, including the Boynton Beach Haunted Pirate Fest and Mermaid Splash and the Boynton Beach Community Festival.

Overall, Boynton Beach is a vibrant and growing city that offers a great quality of life for residents and visitors alike, with plenty of opportunities for outdoor recreation, cultural enrichment, and community involvement.

Population:

• Population (2023): 81,267
• Median Age (2022 ): 42
• Residents under 18 (2023): 16.7%
• Residents over 65 (2023): 22%
• Population by sex (2023): Female (51%), Male (49%)
• Married population (2023): 42.8%
• Homeowners and renters (2022): 63% homeowners, 37% renters
• Population change (2010 -2020): Appx. 10% Increase
• Poverty rate compared to the US national average (2022): 11.4% vs the average of 11.5%

Demographics (2022):

• White Non Hispanic – 43.9%
• Black Non Hispanic – 34%
• Multiracial Hispanic – 7.5%
• White Hispanic – 6.59%
• Asian – 2.7%
• Multiracial Non Hispanic – 2.5%

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

Income:

• Median Household Income (2022): $68,875
• Avg. per capita Income (2022): $36,617

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): Higher
• Cost of housing compared to the Florida average (2023): Higher
• Cost of food compared to the US national average (2023): 4.4% Higher
• Cost of healthcare compared to the US national average (2023): Appx. same
• Cost of utilities compared to the US national average (2023): 2.7% higher
• Cost of transportation compared to the US national average (2023): Higher

Location and Amenities:

• Hwy I – 95: 7 min ( 3.5 miles )
• Palm Beach International Airport: 16 min ( 14 miles )
• HCA Florida JFK Hospital in Atlantis ( recipient of the 2023 Patient Safety Excellence Award ): 10 min ( 4.7 miles )
• Florida State University ( Boca Raton ): 18 min ( 14.4 miles )
• Keiser University ( Ft. Lauderdale ): 29 min ( 27.3 miles )
• Palm Beach State College: 28 min ( 25.3 miles )
• Tanger Outlets Palm Beach: 20 min ( 15.6 miles )
• Worth Ave ( Palm Beach ): 23 min ( 15.4 miles )
• Sawgrass Mills Mall ( Sunrise ): 41 min ( 39.5 miles )
• West Palm Beach, Florida, is the largest nearby city and is located to the north of Boynton Beach, approximately 10-15 miles away.
• Boca Raton is a neighboring city to the south, also about 10-15 miles away.
• Boynton Beach Mall
• Bethesda Hospital East ( recipient of the 2022, 2023 50 Best hospitals for Surgical Excellence Award )
• Boynton Beach Inlet: Provides nearly direct access to some of the most beautiful coral and artificial reefs.
• Boynton Beach Art District: Features unique art displays, live music and entertainment, food and beverage vendors
• Boynton Harbor Marina: The premier waterfront destination offering numerous activities including scuba diving, fishing charters, pleasure cruises, boat and ski jet rentals, tiki taxi, parasailing, drift fishing, waterfront dining
• Oceanfront Park Beach:
• Green Cay Nature Center and Wetlands: An over 100 acre wetland nature preserve

Fun facts: Boynton Beach was named after Civil War major Nathan Boynton, who helped develop the area. It was once known as the “Tomato Capital of the World”.

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 more than 3 times per calendar year are considered short term rental.
• As of 2023, changes to short term rental operations are being considered. Please visit website below for contact info

For more information visit – boynton-beach.org