West Palm Beach, FL
WEST PALM BEACH, FLORIDA: Demographic and Financial Snapshot
(Last updated on 1.11.21)
AGE IN WEST PALM BEACH, FLORIDA
| Age Range | Population | Percent |
| 20 to 24 years | 8,207 | 7.6% |
| 25 to 29 years | 9,441 | 8.7% |
| 30 to 34 years | 7,399 | 6.8% |
| 35 to 39 years | 7,222 | 6.7% |
| 40 to 44 years | 7,037 | 6.5% |
| 45 to 49 years | 6,181 | 5.7% |
| 50 to 54 years | 7,170 | 6.6% |
| 55 to 59 years | 6,727 | 6.2% |
| 60 to 64 years | 6,665 | 6.2% |
| 65 to 69 years | 5,913 | 5.5% |
| 70 to 74 years | 4,751 | 4.4% |
| 75 to 79 years | 3,655 | 3.4% |
| 80 to 84 years | 2,775 | 2.6% |
| 85+ years | 2,978 | 2.7% |
The median age in West Palm Beach is 39.8 years
Source: US Census Data; https://data.census.gov/cedsci
Survey/Program: American Community Survey (2018 estimates)
Data Point: Age
ETHNICITY IN WEST PALM BEACH, FLORIDA
| Ethnicity | Population | Percent |
| White | 62,651 | 57.8% |
| Black or African American | 37,155 | 34.3% |
| American Indian and Alaska Native | 70 | 0.1% |
| Asian | 3,063 | 2.8% |
| Native Hawaiian and Other Pacific Islander | 81 | 0.1% |
| Other | 3,244 | 3.0% |
Source: US Census; https://data.census.gov/cedsci
Survey/Program: American Community Survey (2018 estimates)
Data Point: Race
EDUCATION IN WEST PALM BEACH, FLORIDA
| Education Level | Population | Percent |
| Less than 9th grade | 5,462 | 7.0% |
| 9th to 12th grade, no diploma | 5,599 | 7.2% |
| High school graduate (includes GED) | 19,492 | 25.0% |
| Some college, no degree | 13,959 | 17.9% |
| Associate’s degree | 6,604 | 8.5% |
| Bachelor’s degree | 16,565 | 21.3% |
| Graduate or professional degree | 10,233 | 13.1% |
| High school graduate or higher | 66,853 | 85.8% |
| Bachelor’s degree or higher | 26,798 | 34.4% |
| Less than Bachelor’s degree | 51,116 | 65.6% |
Source: US Census; https://data.census.gov/cedsci
Survey/Program: American Community Survey (2018 estimates)
Data Point: Education (population 25+ years)
HOUSEHOLD INCOME IN WEST PALM BEACH, FLORIDA
| Annual Household Income | Percent |
| Less than $10,000 | 6.2% |
| $10,000 to $14,999 | 5.3% |
| $15,000 to $24,999 | 10.8% |
| $25,000 to $34,999 | 11.3% |
| $35,000 to $49,999 | 14.6% |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 19.1% |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 10.9% |
| $100,000 to $149,999 | 11.5% |
| $150,000 to $199,999 | 5.0% |
| $200,000 or more | 5.2% |
Median household income: $51,635
Mean household income: $77,556
Source: US Census; https://data.census.gov/cedsci
Survey/Program: American Community Survey (2018 estimates)
Data Point: Household Income
HOUSEHOLD INCOME BY EDUCATION IN WEST PALM BEACH, FLORIDA
| Education Level | Average Income |
| Less than high school graduate | $19,694 |
| High school graduate (includes GED) | $26,713 |
| Some college or Associate’s degree | $32,379 |
| Bachelor’s degree | $43,598 |
| Graduate or professional degree | $59,600 |
Source: US Census; https://data.census.gov/cedsci
Survey/Program: American Community Survey (2018 estimates)
Data Point: Median earnings in past 12 months by education (population 25+ years with earnings)
MARITAL STATUS IN WEST PALM BEACH, FLORIDA
| Population | Percent | |
| Population 15+ years | 91,943 | NA |
| Never married | 35,616 | 38.7% |
| Now married (except separated) | 36,159 | 39.3% |
| Separated | 1,693 | 1.8% |
| Widowed | 5,536 | 6.0% |
| Divorced | 12,939 | 14.1% |
Source: US Census; https://data.census.gov/cedsci
Survey/Program: American Community Survey (2018 estimates)
Data Point: Marital Status for population 15 years and over
POVERTY STATUS IN WEST PALM BEACH, FLORIDA
| Population | Percent | |
| Living beneath poverty line | 17,692 | 16.6% |
Source: US Census; https://data.census.gov/cedsci
Survey/Program: American Community Survey (2018 estimates)
Data Point: Poverty Rate
HOUSING IN WEST PALM BEACH, FLORIDA
| Owner-occupied housing units | 20,087 |
| Renter-occupied housing units | 21,604 |
| Single-family detached units | 20,746 |
| Homeownership rate | 48.2% |
| Vacancy rate | 21.0% |
| Renters rate | 51.8% |
| Average housing value | $321,760 |
| Average monthly owner cost (with mortgage) | $1,099 |
| Average rent | $1,128 |
Source: US Census; https://cbb.census.gov/rae/#
Survey/Program: 2009-2013 and the 2014-2018 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates
Data Point: Housing Characteristics
SOCIOECONOMIC CHARACTERISTICS IN WEST PALM BEACH, FLORIDA
| Average income | $77,556 |
| Average household size | 2.53 |
| Percent population 16 years and over in labor force | 64.6% |
| Percent disabled | 11.0% |
| Percent with health coverage | 83.5% |
| Average travel time to work (in minutes) | 22.6 |
| Percent workers using public transportation | 2.3% |
| Percent veterans | 5.6% |
| Percent foreign born | 27.8% |
| Percent speaking Spanish at home | 10.6% |
Source: US Census; https://cbb.census.gov/rae/#
Survey/Program: 2009-2013 and the 2014-2018 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates
Data Point: Socioeconomic Characteristics
CONSUMER SPENDING IN WEST PALM BEACH, FLORIDA
| Total consumer expenditures per household | $68,141.72 |
| Alcoholic beverages | $536.27 |
| Alcoholic beverages consumed at home | $314.91 |
| Beer consumed away from home | $94.04 |
| Wine consumed away from home | $47.93 |
| Apparel & services | $1,999.88 |
| Men’s apparel | $387.16 |
| Women’s apparel | $666.93 |
| Children’s apparel | $296.53 |
| Boys’ apparel | $99.84 |
| Girls’ apparel | $110.76 |
| Footwear | $459.20 |
| Dining out (food away from home) | $3,424.69 |
| Dining out – Breakfast | $354.08 |
| Dining out – Lunch | $1,065.37 |
| Dining out – Dinner | $1,591.33 |
| Education | $1,386.81 |
| Entertainment / recreation | $2,910.71 |
| Club membership fees | $209.67 |
| Dating services | $0.82 |
| Pet food | $230.63 |
| Pet services | $57.57 |
| Food consumed at home | $4,804.66 |
| Bakery products consumed at home | $628.59 |
| Dairy products consumed at home | $489.81 |
| Fruits and vegetables consumed at home | $942.67 |
| Meat, poultry, fish, eggs consumed at home | $1,072.56 |
| Nonalcoholic beverages consumed at home | $471.78 |
| Snacks / other food products consumed at home | $1,671.04 |
| Health care | $5,281.91 |
| Medical services | $966.32 |
| Nonprescription drugs | $132.61 |
| Household Services | $1,840.87 |
| Care for the elderly and handicapped | $70.37 |
| Lawn and garden services | $379.68 |
| Housekeeping services | $155.21 |
| PC repair | $6.40 |
| Housing | $21,771.38 |
| Home improvements | $2,164.62 |
| Utilities, fuel, and public services | $4,459.19 |
| Phone services | $1,644.08 |
| Water | $641.82 |
| Life and other insurance | $379.01 |
| Pensions and social security | $7,133.89 |
| Personal care products and services | $821.63 |
| Hair care products | $98.47 |
| Personal care products | $351.03 |
| Local transportation | $7,835.94 |
| Gasoline | $2,054.20 |
| Vehicle maintenance and repair | $1,083.90 |
| Travel | $1,961.90 |
| Airline fares | $489.40 |
| Auto / truck rental on trips | $23.28 |
| Lodging on trips | $528.33 |
| Food and drink on trips | $475.83 |
| Entertainment on trips | $163.33 |
Source: US Census; https://cbb.census.gov/rae/#
Survey/Program: 2009-2013 and the 2014-2018 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates
Data Point: Consumer Spending (Consumer expenditures per household)
DEBT IN PALM BEACH COUNTY (home to WEST PALM BEACH, FLORIDA)
| % with any debt in collections | 32% |
| Average debt in collections | $1,660 |
| % with medical debt in collections | 19% |
| Average medical debt in collections | $953 |
| % with student loan debt | 13% |
| Average student loan debt | $19,493 |
| Average monthly student loan payment | $178 |
| % with auto debt | 32% |
Source: Urban Institute; https://apps.urban.org/features/debt-interactive-map/
Survey/Program: Data from credit bureau data (2018) + the US Census Bureau’s American Community Survey (2017)
Data Point: Consumer Debt
UNEMPLOYMENT IN WEST PALM BEACH, FLORIDA
| Year | Population | Percent |
| January 2019 | 2,254 | 3.8% |
| February 2019 | 1,909 | 3.2% |
| March 2019 | 1,837 | 3.1% |
| April 2019 | 1,733 | 2.9% |
| May 2019 | 1,822 | 3.1% |
| June 2019 | 2,023 | 3.4% |
| July 2019 | 2,009 | 3.4% |
| August 2019 | 1,969 | 3.3% |
| September 2019 | 1,787 | 3.0% |
| October 2019 | 1,778 | 3.0% |
| November 2019 | 1,747 | 2.9% |
| December 2019 | 1,684 | 2.8% |
| January 2020 | 1,929 | 3.2% |
| February 2020 | 1,842 | 3.1% |
| March 2020 | 2,469 | 4.2% |
| April 2020 | 7,662 | 14.4% |
| May 2020 | 7,691 | 13.9% |
| June 2020 | 6,059 | 10.9% |
| July 2020 | 7,254 | 12.7% |
| August 2020 | 5,113 | 9.0% |
| September 2020 | 4,335 | 7.6% |
| October 2020 | 4,122 | 7.1% |
Source: US Bureau of Labor Statistics; https://www.bls.gov/lau/data.htm
Survey/Program: Local Area Employment Statistics
Data Point: Unemployment totals (not seasonally adjusted)
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