Palm Beach Gardens is a city located in Palm Beach County, Florida, United States. It is situated in the northern part of the county and has a population of around 60,000 people.

Palm Beach Gardens is known for its affluent neighborhoods, upscale shopping centers, and well-manicured golf courses. It is home to several renowned golf courses, including PGA National Resort & Spa, which hosts the annual Honda Classic golf tournament. Palm Beach Gardens is recognized as “The Golf Capital of the World”

The city is also known for its natural beauty, with numerous parks and gardens throughout the area. One of the most popular is Downtown at the Gardens, which features a variety of shops, restaurants, and entertainment options.

Other popular attractions in Palm Beach Gardens include the Palm Beach Gardens GreenMarket, which offers fresh produce and local products, and the Eissey Campus Theatre, which hosts a variety of performing arts events.

Overall, Palm Beach Gardens is a vibrant and upscale community with plenty to offer residents and visitors alike. 

Population:

• Population (2023): 61,146
• Median age (2022): 51
• Residents under 18 (2023): 17.6%
• Residents over 65 (2023): 31.4%
• Population by sex (2023): Female (52.8%), Male (47.2%)
• Married population (202): 56.37%
• Population change (2010 – 2020): 10% Increase
• Homeowners and renters (2022): 73.8% homeowners, 26.2% renters
• Poverty rate compared to the US national average (2022): 6.3% vs the average of 11.5%

Demographics (2022):

• White Non Hispanic – 79.4%
• Asian – 4.25%
• Black Non Hispanic – 4%
• White Hispanic – 3.6%
• Multiracial Hispanic – 3.4%
• Multiracial Non Hispanic – 2.78%

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

Income:

• Median household income ( 2022 ): $106,544
• Median income (2022): $79,036

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)

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

• Democratic – 49.77%
• Republican – 49.01%
• Other – 1.22%

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): 9.3% 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): 20.8% Higher

Largest 3 employers: Palm Beach Gardens Medical Center, TBC Corporation, and Bristol-Myers Squibb

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 20.5 °C, High 27.8 °C

Fun facts: Palm Beach Gardens is home to the Professional Golfers’ Association (PGA) of America headquarters and has over 30% of the land designated as green space, making it one of the greenest cities in Florida.

Location and Amenities:

• Hwy I – 95: 1 min
• Palm Beach International Airport ( West Palm Beach ): 14 min ( 12.9 miles
• HCA Florida JFK North Hospital in West Palm Beach ( America’s 100 Best Hospitals for Coronary Intervention Award ): 11 min ( 6.7 miles )
• Florida Atlantic University ( Boca Raton ): 30 min ( 33 miles )
• Keiser University ( Ft. Lauderdale ): 19 min ( 9.3 miles )
• West Palm Beach: West Palm Beach is the closest major city and is approximately 10 miles southeast of Palm Beach Gardens, with a driving time of about 20-30 minutes.
• Fort Lauderdale: Fort Lauderdale is about 65 miles south of Palm Beach Gardens, and the driving time can vary appx. 1 hour depending on traffic.
• Miami: Miami is approximately 85 miles south of Palm Beach Gardens, and the driving time appx. 1.5 hours depending on traffic.
• Palm Beach Gardens Medical Center Hospital ( recipient of the 2023 Cardiac Surgery Excellence Award )
• The Gardens Mall ( Shopping Mall )
• Palm Beach Outlets
• Downtown Palm Beach Gardens – 455, 000 sq. ft of premier retail, unique shops, restaurants, and vibrant entertainment.
• PGA National Resort & Spa: Host of the annual Honda Classic golf tournament.
• Frenchman’s Reserve Country Club: Luxury private country club

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 under 180 consecutive days are considered short term rentals in Palm Beach County

For information visit – discover.pbcgov.org