Geography
Palm Bay is located midway between Jacksonville and Miami.
Cultural Attractions
The annual Big Squeeze Juice Festival is a popular event celebrating the Florida citrus industry.
Recreation
Fishing, paddling, and hiking can all be done at the Turkey Creek Sanctuary.
Historical
Originally called Tillman, the city changed its name to Palm Bay in 1925.
Economy
Palm Bay is home to Harris Corp., MC Assembly, Intersil, and DRS Optronics.
Demographics
Demographic Detail
- Population:
- 100,863
- Population under 55:
- 72.9%
- Population over 55:
- 27.1%
City Detail
- Crime rate:
- Low
- Closest large city:
- Tampa
Marital Status 2010
Weather
Weather Detail
- Air quality:
- Good
- Temperature:
- 87°F July High, 62°F January Low
Jobs & Economy
Housing
- Median income:
- $38,040
- Median home price:
- $75,000
- Average property tax:
- $209
Income & Jobs
- Unemployment rate 2010:
- 11.9%
- High
- Cost of living:
- Average
Employment Projections
Education
Higher Education
- Best Colleges at the location:
- 0
- Best Colleges within 30 miles:
- 2
- Best Colleges within 50 miles:
- 3
Health Care & Retirement
Hospitals
- Hospitals/Best Hospitals at the location:
- 0/0
- Hospitals/Best Hospitals within 30 miles:
- 11/0
- Hospitals/Best Hospitals within 50 miles:
- 15/0
Retirement Facilities
- Community care facilities for the elderly:
- 103
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