Royal Palm Beach is a village located in Palm Beach County, Florida, United States. The population of the village is approximately 40,000 people. The village covers an area of about 11 square miles and is located about 15 miles west of West Palm Beach.

One of the main attractions in Royal Palm Beach is the village’s recreational facilities, which include parks, sports fields, and nature preserves. Some of the popular parks in the village include Commons Park, which has a playground, picnic areas, and a splash park; and Royal Palm Beach Pines Natural Area, which has hiking trails and wildlife viewing opportunities.

The village is also home to a variety of shopping and dining options. Some of the popular shopping destinations in Royal Palm Beach include the Royal Palm Beach Commons Mall and the Village Shoppes at Royal Palm Beach.

Overall, Royal Palm Beach is a family-friendly community with a low crime rate and good schools. The village has a suburban feel, with a mix of residential areas, commercial areas, and green spaces. It is a popular destination for people who enjoy outdoor recreation and a laid-back lifestyle.

Population:

• Population(2023): 39,489
• Median age (2023): 40
• Residents under 18 (2023): 23.2%
• Residents over 65: 15.9% (2023)
• Population % by sex (2023): 52.4% female, 47.6% male% of homeowners and renters (2022): 80.5% homeowners, 19.5%)
• Married population (2023): 56%
• Population change (2010 – 2020): 10% Increase
• Poverty rate compared to the US national average (2022): 5.3% vs the average of 11.5%

Demographics (2022):

• White Non Hispanic – 40.7%
• Black Non Hispanic – 26.8%
• White Hispanic – 11%
• Multiracial Hispanic – 9.5%
• Asian – 4.85%
• Other Hispanic – 2%
• Multiracial Non Hispanic – 2%

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

Income:

• Median household income (2022): $90,143
• Avg. per capita income (2022): $37,463

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): Slightly Higher
• Cost of healthcare compared to the US national average (2023): 7% Lower
• Cost of utilities compared to the US national average (2023): Appx. same
• Cost of transportation compared to the US national average (2023): Appx. same

Political affiliation based on the 2024 election results: 

N/A

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

Largest 3 employers: Florida Power & Light, Publix Super Markets, Wal-Mart Stores

School Ratings: 19 public schools inRoyal Palm Beach are rated good or higher by Greatschools

Coastal: No

Average low and high temperature: Low 20.16° C, High 28 °C

Fun facts: Royal Palm Beach is designated as a bird sanctuary

Location and Amenities:

 

Highways:

• Hwy I – 95: 30 min ( 14.4 miles )

Airports:

• Palm Beach Airport: 23 min ( 10.2 miles )

Shopping:

• The Mall at Wellington Green: 17 min ( 6.4 miles )
• Palm Beach Outlets: 26 min ( 10.8 miles )
• The Gardens Mall ( Palm Beach Gardens ): 31 min ( 19 miles )

Hospitals:

• HCA Florida Palms West Hospital ( recipient of the 2021, 2022 Patient Safety Excellence Award ): 9 min ( 2.9 miles )
• Wellington Regional Medical Center Hospital in Wellington ( recipient of the 2021, 2022 Patient Safety Excellence Award): 16 min ( 6 miles )

Universities and Colleges:

• Florida Atlantic University ( Boca Raton ): 43 min ( 32.4 miles )
• Palm Beach State College: 31 min ( 19.8 miles )
• Keiser University ( Ft. Lauderdale ): 59 min ( 45.7 miles )

Major Cities:

• West Palm Beach is appx. 15 – 20 minutes away.
• Fort Lauderdale is appx. 50 – 60 miles to the south.

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 180 consecutive nights is deemed to be a short term rental in Palm Beach County.
• Zoning restrictions may apply

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