A WALK AROUND TOWN
Turkey Creek Video Tour
A recorded city visit shared by Palm Bay Florida. This is not a live camera or current conditions report.
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Relocation guide
Moving to Palm Bay
What it costs, what the weather is like, schools, outdoors and the honest pros and cons, from public data.
Population
125,273
Median age 41.3
Median household income
$67,521
Median rent
$1,487/mo
Median home value
$248,000
Schools
25
1 districts
Summer high / winter low
90° / 52°
Pros
- Homes cost 18% less than the US median ($248,000).
- 79% of households own their home (US 65%).
- Property taxes are low: about 0.62% of home value a year (US 0.98%).
- Mild weather in February, April, December, with highs between 65°F and 85°F.
- 30 national forests, lakes and recreation areas within reach.
Cons
- Household incomes are 14% below the US median ($67,521).
Pros and cons come from comparisons with US medians and the city’s 30-year weather normals; they leave out things numbers can’t capture.
Plan your move
Where in Palm Bay?
Palm Bay spans 4 zip codes. Median home values range from $206,200 to $265,500 by zip.
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Life in Palm Bay
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LOCAL FOOD · YOUTUBE SHORT
Restaurant Highlight: Lazy Turtle Riverfront Grill & Tiki Bar in Palm Bay
A food Short shared by Space Coast l Vibe&Dine.
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Is Palm Bay a good place to live?
It depends on what you need. Homes cost 18% less than the US median ($248,000). 79% of households own their home (US 65%). On the other hand: Household incomes are 14% below the US median ($67,521).
How much do I need to earn to live in Palm Bay?
The median household earns $67,521. Rent at the median ($1,487/month) is about 26% of that; a common rule of thumb is to keep rent under 30% of income, which means earning about $59,480 a year.
How many schools are in Palm Bay?
25 public and private schools across 1 district. See the schools page for each school’s grades and contact details.
What is the weather like in Palm Bay?
Highs average 90°F in July and lows 52°F in January. The most comfortable months are February, April, December.
Sources: U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey 2019–2023 5-year estimates; NOAA climate normals; NCES schools; OpenStreetMap parks; Recreation.gov.