Palm Bay, FL

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Palm Bay Overview

121,513
TOTAL POPULATION
59,884
MALE POPULATION
61,629
FEMALE POPULATION
97.17
MALES / 100 FEMALES
102.91
FEMALES / 100 MALES
41.8
MEDIAN AGE
3.3
AVG FAMILY SIZE
2.8
AVG HOUSEHOLD SIZE
$31,589
PER CAPITA INCOME
$70,509
AVG FAMILY INCOME
$62,538
AVG HOUSEHOLD INCOME
22.3%
WAGE / INCOME GAP [ % ]
77.7¢/ $1
WAGE / INCOME GAP [ $ ]
$8,701
FAMILY INCOME DEFICIT
0.44
INEQUALITY / GINI INDEX
58,037
LABOR FORCE [ PEOPLE ]
59.0%
PERCENT IN LABOR FORCE
5.7%
UNEMPLOYMENT RATE

Palm Bay Zip Codes

Palm Bay Area Codes

Race in Palm Bay

The most populous races in Palm Bay are White / Caucasian (76,112 | 62.6%), Black / African American (22,732 | 18.7%), and Hispanic or Latino (22,163 | 18.2%).
Race in Palm Bay
Race# Population% Population
Asian2,5812.1%
Black / African American22,73218.7%
Hawaiian / Pacific100.0%
Hispanic or Latino22,16318.2%
Native / Alaskan2860.2%
White / Caucasian76,11262.6%
Two or more Races15,45312.7%
Some other Race4,3393.6%
Total121,513100.0%

Ancestry in Palm Bay

The most populous ancestries reported in Palm Bay are German (12,500 | 10.3%), Irish (12,461 | 10.2%), English (11,948 | 9.8%), Puerto Rican (9,083 | 7.5%), and American (8,674 | 7.1%), together accounting for 45.0% of all Palm Bay residents.
Ancestry in Palm Bay
Ancestry# Population% Population
African4810.4%
Albanian1380.1%
Alsatian100.0%
American8,6747.1%
Arab3950.3%
Argentinean910.1%
Armenian660.1%
Australian320.0%
Austrian2640.2%
Bahamian140.0%
Barbadian4780.4%
Basque290.0%
Belgian640.1%
Belizean770.1%
Bhutanese8540.7%
Blackfeet780.1%
Brazilian5620.5%
British8270.7%
British West Indian1170.1%
Burmese1210.1%
Cajun430.0%
Canadian5620.5%
Cape Verdean580.1%
Celtic460.0%
Central American1,9621.6%
Central American Indian2590.2%
Cherokee5420.4%
Chilean1270.1%
Choctaw50.0%
Colombian1,3951.1%
Comanche90.0%
Costa Rican3550.3%
Creek100.0%
Croatian290.0%
Cuban3,8433.2%
Czech2270.2%
Czechoslovakian1710.1%
Danish1770.2%
Dominican2,2471.8%
Dutch1,2381.0%
Dutch West Indian130.0%
Eastern European1660.1%
Ecuadorian220.0%
Egyptian190.0%
English11,9489.8%
European1,2991.1%
Filipino90.0%
Finnish1590.1%
French2,1951.8%
French Canadian1,3971.1%
German12,50010.3%
Ghanaian1480.1%
Greek3490.3%
Guatemalan3620.3%
Guyanese910.1%
Haitian2,8112.3%
Honduran4820.4%
Hungarian6370.5%
Indian (Asian)1,3361.1%
Inupiat270.0%
Iraqi50.0%
Irish12,46110.2%
Iroquois80.0%
Italian6,4425.3%
Jamaican5,6724.7%
Japanese80.0%
Korean2,3461.9%
Laotian50.0%
Latvian200.0%
Lebanese990.1%
Lithuanian910.1%
Malaysian90.0%
Mexican2,1361.8%
Mexican American Indian1340.1%
Moroccan790.1%
Native Hawaiian1020.1%
Nicaraguan580.1%
Nigerian270.0%
Northern European920.1%
Norwegian6370.5%
Pakistani2410.2%
Palestinian870.1%
Panamanian3670.3%
Pennsylvania German270.0%
Peruvian2290.2%
Polish2,1051.7%
Portuguese7830.6%
Puerto Rican9,0837.5%
Romanian1080.1%
Russian4340.4%
Salvadoran3380.3%
Samoan660.1%
Scandinavian2690.2%
Scotch-Irish1,0050.8%
Scottish2,1291.8%
Seminole300.0%
Slavic460.0%
Slovak2120.2%
Slovene1050.1%
South African290.0%
South American1,9771.6%
South American Indian150.0%
Spaniard2060.2%
Spanish1590.1%
Sri Lankan1730.1%
Subsaharan African8480.7%
Swedish1,2721.1%
Swiss810.1%
Syrian570.1%
Thai7870.6%
Trinidadian and Tobagonian1,1150.9%
U.S. Virgin Islander230.0%
Ukrainian3080.3%
Venezuelan1130.1%
Vietnamese190.0%
Welsh1,2401.0%
West Indian3110.3%
Yugoslavian370.0%
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Immigrants in Palm Bay

The most numerous immigrant groups reported in Palm Bay came from Latin America (13,202 | 10.9%), Caribbean (10,022 | 8.3%), Jamaica (4,133 | 3.4%), Haiti (2,138 | 1.8%), and Asia (1,705 | 1.4%), together accounting for 25.7% of all Palm Bay residents.
Immigrants in Palm Bay
Immigration Origin# Population% Population
Africa5120.4%
Albania400.0%
Argentina320.0%
Asia1,7051.4%
Australia370.0%
Bahamas470.0%
Bangladesh390.0%
Barbados1360.1%
Belgium190.0%
Belize770.1%
Brazil5660.5%
Cabo Verde540.0%
Canada2050.2%
Caribbean10,0228.3%
Central America1,4801.2%
Chile810.1%
China3590.3%
Colombia6300.5%
Costa Rica1940.2%
Cuba1,2471.0%
Czechoslovakia180.0%
Denmark150.0%
Dominican Republic9970.8%
Eastern Africa130.0%
Eastern Asia4830.4%
Eastern Europe1890.2%
Ecuador100.0%
Egypt190.0%
El Salvador2670.2%
England3380.3%
Ethiopia130.0%
Europe1,5241.3%
France330.0%
Germany2300.2%
Ghana2790.2%
Grenada2120.2%
Guatemala2120.2%
Guyana1930.2%
Haiti2,1381.8%
Honduras880.1%
Hungary420.0%
India980.1%
Indonesia50.0%
Iraq520.0%
Ireland1040.1%
Italy910.1%
Jamaica4,1333.4%
Japan470.0%
Korea770.1%
Latin America13,20210.9%
Lebanon480.0%
Mexico5010.4%
Morocco820.1%
Nicaragua400.0%
Nigeria360.0%
Northern Africa1010.1%
Northern Europe8090.7%
Oceania370.0%
Pakistan220.0%
Panama1010.1%
Peru700.1%
Philippines6460.5%
Poland590.1%
Russia300.0%
Scotland270.0%
South Africa290.0%
South America1,7001.4%
South Central Asia1590.1%
South Eastern Asia9060.7%
Southern Europe2440.2%
Spain1530.1%
St. Vincent and the Grenadines300.0%
Taiwan270.0%
Thailand1050.1%
Trinidad and Tobago1,0310.9%
Venezuela1100.1%
Vietnam1500.1%
West Indies200.0%
Western Africa3690.3%
Western Asia1570.1%
Western Europe2820.2%
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Sex and Age in Palm Bay

Sex and Age in Palm Bay

The most populous age groups in Palm Bay are 55 to 59 Years (4,472 | 7.5%) for men and 60 to 64 Years (5,410 | 8.8%) for women.
Sex and Age in Palm Bay
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years3,845 (6.4%)3,064 (5.0%)
5 to 9 Years3,595 (6.0%)3,369 (5.5%)
10 to 14 Years3,548 (5.9%)4,243 (6.9%)
15 to 19 Years3,575 (6.0%)3,787 (6.1%)
20 to 24 Years3,652 (6.1%)3,104 (5.0%)
25 to 29 Years4,120 (6.9%)3,355 (5.4%)
30 to 34 Years3,778 (6.3%)3,530 (5.7%)
35 to 39 Years3,826 (6.4%)3,748 (6.1%)
40 to 44 Years3,538 (5.9%)4,068 (6.6%)
45 to 49 Years3,067 (5.1%)3,311 (5.4%)
50 to 54 Years3,299 (5.5%)3,826 (6.2%)
55 to 59 Years4,472 (7.5%)4,305 (7.0%)
60 to 64 Years4,454 (7.4%)5,410 (8.8%)
65 to 69 Years4,087 (6.8%)4,073 (6.6%)
70 to 74 Years2,820 (4.7%)2,458 (4.0%)
75 to 79 Years2,182 (3.6%)2,174 (3.5%)
80 to 84 Years1,112 (1.9%)1,703 (2.8%)
85 Years and over914 (1.5%)2,101 (3.4%)
Total59,884 (100.0%)61,629 (100.0%)

Families and Households in Palm Bay

Median Family Size in Palm Bay

The median family size in Palm Bay is 3.32 persons per family, with single female/mother families (6,410 | 21.4%) accounting for the largest median family size of 3.48 persons per family. On the other hand, single male/father families (2,121 | 7.1%) represent the smallest median family size with 2.97 persons per family.
Median Family Size in Palm Bay
Family Type# FamiliesFamily Size
Married-Couple21,451 (71.6%)3.31
Single Male/Father2,121 (7.1%)2.97
Single Female/Mother6,410 (21.4%)3.48
Total Families29,982 (100.0%)3.32

Median Household Size in Palm Bay

The median household size in Palm Bay is 2.82 persons per household, with single female/mother households (6,410 | 14.9%) accounting for the largest median household size of 3.9 persons per household. non-family households (12,883 | 30.0%) represent the smallest median household size with 1.28 persons per household.
Median Household Size in Palm Bay
Household Type# HouseholdsHousehold Size
Married-Couple21,451 (50.0%)3.35
Single Male/Father2,121 (5.0%)3.52
Single Female/Mother6,410 (14.9%)3.90
Non-family12,883 (30.0%)1.28
Total Households42,865 (100.0%)2.82

Household Size by Marriage Status in Palm Bay

Out of a total of 42,865 households in Palm Bay, 29,982 (70.0%) are family households, while 12,883 (30.0%) are nonfamily households. The most numerous type of family households are 2-person households, comprising 12,413, and the most common type of nonfamily households are 1-person households, comprising 10,469.
Household Size by Marriage Status in Palm Bay
Household SizeFamily HouseholdsNonfamily Households
1-Person Households-10,469 (24.4%)
2-Person Households12,413 (29.0%)2,006 (4.7%)
3-Person Households7,610 (17.7%)328 (0.8%)
4-Person Households5,097 (11.9%)54 (0.1%)
5-Person Households2,762 (6.4%)8 (0.0%)
6-Person Households1,646 (3.8%)18 (0.0%)
7+ Person Households454 (1.1%)0 (0.0%)
Total29,982 (70.0%)12,883 (30.0%)

Female Fertility in Palm Bay

Fertility by Age in Palm Bay

Average fertility rate in Palm Bay is 51.0 births per 1,000 women. Women in the age bracket of 20 to 34 years have the highest fertility rate with 92.0 births per 1,000 women. Women in the age bracket of 20 to 34 years acount for 71.2% of all women with births.
Female Fertility by Age in Palm Bay
Age BracketWomen with BirthsBirths / 1,000 Women
15 to 19 years15 (1.2%)4.0
20 to 34 years919 (71.2%)92.0
35 to 50 years357 (27.7%)31.0
Total1,291 (100.0%)51.0

Fertility by Age by Marriage Status in Palm Bay

51.1% of women with births (1,291) in Palm Bay are married. The highest percentage of unmarried women with births falls into 20 to 34 years age bracket with 61.9% of them unmarried at the time of birth, while the lowest percentage of unmarried women with births belong to 15 to 19 years age bracket with 0.0% of them unmarried.
Female Fertility by Age by Marriage Status in Palm Bay
Age BracketMarriedUnmarried
15 to 19 years15 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
20 to 34 years350 (38.1%)569 (61.9%)
35 to 50 years295 (82.6%)62 (17.4%)
Total660 (51.1%)631 (48.9%)

Fertility by Education in Palm Bay

Average fertility rate in Palm Bay is 51.0 births per 1,000 women. Women with the education attainment of college or associate's degree have the highest fertility rate of 73.0 births per 1,000 women, while women with the education attainment of less than high school have the lowest fertility at 13.0 births per 1,000 women. Women with the education attainment of college or associate's degree represent 56.2% of all women with births.
Female Fertility by Education Attainment in Palm Bay
Educational AttainmentWomen with BirthsBirths / 1,000 Women
Less than High School52 (4.0%)13.0
High School Diploma317 (24.5%)57.0
College or Associate's Degree726 (56.2%)73.0
Bachelor's Degree149 (11.5%)39.0
Graduate Degree47 (3.6%)24.0
Total1,291 (100.0%)51.0

Fertility by Education by Marriage Status in Palm Bay

48.9% of women with births in Palm Bay are unmarried. Women with the educational attainment of less than high school are most likely to be married with 100.0% of them married at childbirth, while women with the educational attainment of high school diploma are least likely to be married with 79.8% of them unmarried at childbirth.
Female Fertility by Education by Marriage Status in Palm Bay
Educational AttainmentMarriedUnmarried
Less than High School52 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
High School Diploma64 (20.2%)253 (79.8%)
College or Associate's Degree475 (65.4%)251 (34.6%)
Bachelor's Degree51 (34.2%)98 (65.8%)
Graduate Degree18 (38.3%)29 (61.7%)
Total660 (51.1%)631 (48.9%)

Income in Palm Bay

Income Overview in Palm Bay

Per Capita Income in Palm Bay is $31,589, while median incomes of families and households are $70,509 and $62,538 respectively.
CharacteristicNumberMeasure
Per Capita Income121,513$31,589
Median Family Income29,982$70,509
Mean Family Income29,982$92,004
Median Household Income42,865$62,538
Mean Household Income42,865$83,976
Income Deficit29,982$8,701
Wage / Income Gap (%)121,51322.27%
Wage / Income Gap ($)121,51377.73¢ per $1
Gini / Inequality Index121,5130.44

Earnings by Sex in Palm Bay

Average Earnings in Palm Bay are $33,866, $38,911 for men and $30,244 for women, a difference of 22.3%.
Earnings by Sex in Palm Bay
SexNumberAverage Earnings
Male30,512 (51.3%)$38,911
Female28,958 (48.7%)$30,244
Total59,470 (100.0%)$33,866

Earnings by Sex by Income Bracket in Palm Bay

The most common earnings brackets in Palm Bay are $100,000+ for men (3,196 | 10.5%) and $30,000 to $34,999 for women (3,333 | 11.5%).
Earnings by Sex by Income Bracket in Palm Bay
IncomeMaleFemale
$2,499 or less888 (2.9%)1,857 (6.4%)
$2,500 to $4,999862 (2.8%)972 (3.4%)
$5,000 to $7,499821 (2.7%)944 (3.3%)
$7,500 to $9,999998 (3.3%)756 (2.6%)
$10,000 to $12,499691 (2.3%)989 (3.4%)
$12,500 to $14,999657 (2.1%)1,504 (5.2%)
$15,000 to $17,499882 (2.9%)978 (3.4%)
$17,500 to $19,999571 (1.9%)1,323 (4.6%)
$20,000 to $22,499879 (2.9%)1,226 (4.2%)
$22,500 to $24,9991,159 (3.8%)1,550 (5.3%)
$25,000 to $29,9992,634 (8.6%)2,241 (7.7%)
$30,000 to $34,9992,666 (8.7%)3,333 (11.5%)
$35,000 to $39,9992,135 (7.0%)1,770 (6.1%)
$40,000 to $44,9991,141 (3.7%)1,601 (5.5%)
$45,000 to $49,9991,630 (5.3%)1,122 (3.9%)
$50,000 to $54,9991,665 (5.5%)1,417 (4.9%)
$55,000 to $64,9992,520 (8.3%)1,585 (5.5%)
$65,000 to $74,9991,931 (6.3%)978 (3.4%)
$75,000 to $99,9992,586 (8.5%)1,543 (5.3%)
$100,000+3,196 (10.5%)1,269 (4.4%)
Total30,512 (100.0%)28,958 (100.0%)

Earnings by Sex by Educational Attainment in Palm Bay

Average earnings in Palm Bay are $44,165 for men and $32,987 for women, a difference of 25.3%. Men with an educational attainment of graduate degree enjoy the highest average annual earnings of $89,118, while those with less than high school education earn the least with $28,212. Women with an educational attainment of graduate degree earn the most with the average annual earnings of $52,273, while those with less than high school education have the smallest earnings of $26,418.
Earnings by Sex by Educational Attainment in Palm Bay
Educational AttainmentMale IncomeFemale Income
Less than High School$28,212$26,418
High School Diploma$36,982$28,198
College or Associate's Degree$46,167$30,528
Bachelor's Degree$60,597$45,160
Graduate Degree$89,118$52,273
Total$44,165$32,987

Family Income in Palm Bay

Family Income Brackets in Palm Bay

According to the Palm Bay family income data, there are 7,825 families falling into the $50,000 to $74,999 income range, which is the most common income bracket and makes up 26.1% of all families. Conversely, the less than $10,000 income bracket is the least frequent group with only 570 families (1.9%) belonging to this category.
Family Income Brackets in Palm Bay
Income Bracket# Families% Families
Less than $10,0005701.9%
$10,000 to $14,9995701.9%
$15,000 to $24,9991,6495.5%
$25,000 to $34,9991,9496.5%
$35,000 to $49,9994,25714.2%
$50,000 to $74,9997,82526.1%
$75,000 to $99,9994,31714.4%
$100,000 to $149,9995,72719.1%
$150,000 to $199,9991,6795.6%
$200,000+1,4394.8%

Family Income by Famaliy Size in Palm Bay

7+ person families (301 | 1.0%) account for the highest median family income in Palm Bay with $126,275 per family, while 2-person families (13,681 | 45.6%) have the highest median income of $31,072 per family member.
Family Income by Famaliy Size in Palm Bay
Income Bracket# FamiliesMedian Income
2-Person Families13,681 (45.6%)$62,145
3-Person Families7,559 (25.2%)$72,992
4-Person Families4,749 (15.8%)$80,042
5-Person Families2,282 (7.6%)$79,031
6-Person Families1,410 (4.7%)$110,560
7+ Person Families301 (1.0%)$126,275
Total29,982 (100.0%)$70,509

Family Income by Number of Earners in Palm Bay

The median family income in Palm Bay is $70,509, with families comprising 3+ earners (2,846) having the highest median family income of $111,687, while families with no earners (4,949) have the lowest median family income of $45,148, accounting for 9.5% and 16.5% of families, respectively.
Family Income by Number of Earners in Palm Bay
Number of Earners# FamiliesMedian Income
No Earners4,949 (16.5%)$45,148
1 Earner10,893 (36.3%)$56,488
2 Earners11,294 (37.7%)$83,472
3+ Earners2,846 (9.5%)$111,687
Total29,982 (100.0%)$70,509

Household Income in Palm Bay

Household Income Brackets in Palm Bay

With 10,116 households falling in the category, the $50,000 to $74,999 income range is the most frequent in Palm Bay, accounting for 23.6% of all households. In contrast, only 1,329 households (3.1%) fall into the less than $10,000 income bracket, making it the least populous group.
Household Income Brackets in Palm Bay
Income Bracket# Households% Households
Less than $10,0001,3293.1%
$10,000 to $14,9991,4153.3%
$15,000 to $24,9993,6448.5%
$25,000 to $34,9993,8158.9%
$35,000 to $49,9995,70113.3%
$50,000 to $74,99910,11623.6%
$75,000 to $99,9996,00114.0%
$100,000 to $149,9997,03016.4%
$150,000 to $199,9992,1865.1%
$200,000+1,7154.0%

Household Income by Householder Age in Palm Bay

The median household income in Palm Bay is $62,538, with the highest median household income of $73,312 found in the 45 to 64 years age bracket for the primary householder. A total of 16,501 households (38.5%) fall into this category. Meanwhile, the 15 to 24 years age bracket for the primary householder has the lowest median household income of $39,696, with 793 households (1.8%) in this group.
Household Income by Householder Age in Palm Bay
Income Bracket# HouseholdsMedian Income
15 to 24 Years793 (1.8%)$39,696
25 to 44 Years11,836 (27.6%)$72,238
45 to 64 Years16,501 (38.5%)$73,312
65+ Years13,735 (32.0%)$47,289
Total42,865 (100.0%)$62,538

Poverty in Palm Bay

Income Below Poverty by Sex and Age in Palm Bay

With 11.7% poverty level for males and 13.5% for females among the residents of Palm Bay, 6 to 11 year old males and under 5 year old females are the most vulnerable to poverty, with 1,192 males (28.6%) and 716 females (23.6%) in their respective age groups living below the poverty level.
Income Below Poverty by Sex and Age in Palm Bay
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years652 (17.0%)716 (23.6%)
5 Years188 (21.2%)71 (15.6%)
6 to 11 Years1,192 (28.6%)690 (15.1%)
12 to 14 Years370 (18.2%)378 (15.2%)
15 Years136 (14.0%)79 (15.5%)
16 and 17 Years363 (25.0%)273 (13.4%)
18 to 24 Years619 (13.0%)731 (16.9%)
25 to 34 Years513 (6.5%)1,312 (19.1%)
35 to 44 Years601 (8.2%)806 (10.3%)
45 to 54 Years442 (6.9%)802 (11.3%)
55 to 64 Years1,060 (11.9%)853 (8.8%)
65 to 74 Years482 (7.0%)957 (14.8%)
75 Years and over346 (8.5%)562 (9.8%)
Total6,964 (11.7%)8,230 (13.5%)

Income Above Poverty by Sex and Age in Palm Bay

According to the poverty statistics in Palm Bay, males aged 25 to 34 years and females aged 55 to 64 years are the age groups that are most secure financially, with 93.5% of males and 91.2% of females in these age groups living above the poverty line.
Income Above Poverty by Sex and Age in Palm Bay
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years3,178 (83.0%)2,321 (76.4%)
5 Years698 (78.8%)385 (84.4%)
6 to 11 Years2,974 (71.4%)3,888 (84.9%)
12 to 14 Years1,660 (81.8%)2,116 (84.8%)
15 Years833 (86.0%)431 (84.5%)
16 and 17 Years1,089 (75.0%)1,770 (86.6%)
18 to 24 Years4,134 (87.0%)3,607 (83.2%)
25 to 34 Years7,383 (93.5%)5,573 (80.9%)
35 to 44 Years6,763 (91.8%)7,010 (89.7%)
45 to 54 Years5,924 (93.1%)6,327 (88.7%)
55 to 64 Years7,847 (88.1%)8,850 (91.2%)
65 to 74 Years6,396 (93.0%)5,500 (85.2%)
75 Years and over3,744 (91.5%)5,156 (90.2%)
Total52,623 (88.3%)52,934 (86.5%)

Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple Families in Palm Bay

The poverty statistics for married-couple families in Palm Bay show that 5.9% or 1,254 of the total 21,451 families live below the poverty line. Families with 3 or 4 children have the highest poverty rate of 18.7%, comprising of 336 families. On the other hand, families with 5 or more children have the lowest poverty rate of 0.0%, which includes 0 families.
Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple Families in Palm Bay
ChildrenAbove PovertyBelow Poverty
No Children12,914 (95.3%)637 (4.7%)
1 or 2 Children5,754 (95.3%)281 (4.7%)
3 or 4 Children1,460 (81.3%)336 (18.7%)
5 or more Children69 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total20,197 (94.2%)1,254 (5.9%)

Income Below Poverty Among Single-Parent Households in Palm Bay

According to the poverty data in Palm Bay, 5.4% or 115 single-father households and 22.8% or 1,463 single-mother households are living below the poverty line. Among single-father households, those with 1 or 2 children have the highest poverty rate, with 82 households (10.2%) experiencing poverty. Likewise, among single-mother households, those with 5 or more children have the highest poverty rate, with 61 households (100.0%) falling below the poverty line.
Income Below Poverty Among Single-Parent Households in Palm Bay
ChildrenSingle FatherSingle Mother
No Children16 (1.5%)103 (4.2%)
1 or 2 Children82 (10.2%)936 (32.4%)
3 or 4 Children17 (6.4%)363 (35.1%)
5 or more Children0 (0.0%)61 (100.0%)
Total115 (5.4%)1,463 (22.8%)

Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple vs Single-Parent Households in Palm Bay

The poverty data for Palm Bay shows that 1,254 of the married-couple family households (5.9%) and 1,578 of the single-parent households (18.5%) are living below the poverty level. Within the married-couple family households, those with 3 or 4 children have the highest poverty rate, with 336 households (18.7%) falling below the poverty line. Among the single-parent households, those with 5 or more children have the highest poverty rate, with 61 household (100.0%) living below poverty.
Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple vs Single-Parent Households in Palm Bay
ChildrenMarried-Couple FamiliesSingle-Parent Households
No Children637 (4.7%)119 (3.4%)
1 or 2 Children281 (4.7%)1,018 (27.6%)
3 or 4 Children336 (18.7%)380 (29.2%)
5 or more Children0 (0.0%)61 (100.0%)
Total1,254 (5.9%)1,578 (18.5%)

Employment Characteristics in Palm Bay

Employment by Class of Employer in Palm Bay

Among the 53,227 employed individuals in Palm Bay, private company employees (37,774 | 71.0%), not-for-profit organizations (4,342 | 8.2%), and local government employees (3,620 | 6.8%) make up the most common classes of employment.
Employment by Class of Employer in Palm Bay
Employer Class# Employees% Employees
Private Company Employees37,77471.0%
Self-Employed (Incorporated)2,1464.0%
Self-Employed (Not Incorporated)2,7665.2%
Not-for-profit Organizations4,3428.2%
Local Government Employees3,6206.8%
State Government Employees8161.5%
Federal Government Employees1,6993.2%
Unpaid Family Workers640.1%
Total53,227100.0%

Employment Status by Age in Palm Bay

According to the labor force statistics for Palm Bay, out of the total population over 16 years of age (98,367), 59.0% or 58,037 individuals are in the labor force, with 5.7% or 3,308 of them unemployed. The age group with the highest labor force participation rate is 35 to 44 years, with 86.9% or 13,191 individuals in the labor force. Within the labor force, the 16 to 19 years age range has the highest percentage of unemployed individuals, with 23.6% or 609 of them being unemployed.
Employment Status by Age in Palm Bay
Age BracketIn Labor ForceUnemployed
16 to 19 Years2,581 (43.9%)609 (23.6%)
20 to 24 Years4,885 (72.3%)488 (10.0%)
25 to 29 Years5,801 (77.6%)493 (8.5%)
30 to 34 Years5,744 (78.6%)247 (4.3%)
35 to 44 Years13,191 (86.9%)686 (5.2%)
45 to 54 Years10,654 (78.9%)416 (3.9%)
55 to 59 Years5,591 (63.7%)218 (3.9%)
60 to 64 Years5,415 (54.9%)54 (1.0%)
65 to 74 Years3,534 (26.3%)78 (2.2%)
75 Years and over611 (6.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total58,037 (59.0%)3,308 (5.7%)

Employment Status by Educational Attainment in Palm Bay

According to labor force statistics for Palm Bay, 74.7% of individuals (46,394) out of the total population between 25 and 64 years of age (62,107) are in the labor force, with 4.6% or 2,134 of them being unemployed. The group with the highest labor force participation rate are those with the educational attainment of bachelor's degree or higher, with 84.8% or 12,143 individuals in the labor force. Within the labor force, individuals with high school diploma education have the highest percentage of unemployment, with 6.8% or 866 of them being unemployed.
Employment Status by Educational Attainment in Palm Bay
Educational AttainmentIn Labor ForceUnemployed
Less than High School2,903 (53.8%)259 (4.8%)
High School Diploma12,734 (68.7%)1,260 (6.8%)
College / Associate Degree18,608 (78.0%)954 (4.0%)
Bachelor's Degree or higher12,143 (84.8%)415 (2.9%)
Total46,394 (74.7%)2,857 (4.6%)

Employment Occupations by Sex in Palm Bay

Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations

The most common Management, Business, Science and Arts occupations in Palm Bay are Community & Social Service (4,631 | 8.5%), Management (4,428 | 8.2%), Computers, Engineering & Science (4,130 | 7.6%), Health Diagnosing & Treating (3,603 | 6.7%), and Education Instruction & Library (3,129 | 5.8%).
Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations in Palm Bay

Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations by Sex

Within the Management, Business, Science and Arts occupations in Palm Bay, the most male-oriented occupations are Computers & Mathematics (86.9%), Architecture & Engineering (85.5%), and Computers, Engineering & Science (84.0%), while the most female-oriented occupations are Legal Services & Support (89.0%), Health Technologists (88.0%), and Education Instruction & Library (82.2%).
Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations by Sex in Palm Bay
OccupationMaleFemale
Management2,394 (54.1%)2,034 (45.9%)
Business & Financial1,102 (42.1%)1,514 (57.9%)
Computers, Engineering & Science3,467 (84.0%)663 (16.1%)
Computers & Mathematics1,387 (86.9%)210 (13.2%)
Architecture & Engineering1,920 (85.5%)327 (14.5%)
Life, Physical & Social Science160 (55.9%)126 (44.1%)
Community & Social Service 1,155 (24.9%)3,476 (75.1%)
Education, Arts & Media229 (40.2%)341 (59.8%)
Legal Services & Support22 (11.0%)178 (89.0%)
Education Instruction & Library557 (17.8%)2,572 (82.2%)
Arts, Media & Entertainment347 (47.4%)385 (52.6%)
Health Diagnosing & Treating655 (18.2%)2,948 (81.8%)
Health Technologists236 (11.9%)1,739 (88.0%)
Total (Category)8,773 (45.2%)10,635 (54.8%)
Total (Overall)28,002 (51.6%)26,212 (48.3%)

Services Occupations

The most common Services occupations in Palm Bay are Food Preparation & Serving (3,131 | 5.8%), Healthcare Support (2,595 | 4.8%), Cleaning & Maintenance (2,469 | 4.5%), Personal Care & Service (1,424 | 2.6%), and Security & Protection (889 | 1.6%).
Services Occupations in Palm Bay

Services Occupations by Sex

Within the Services occupations in Palm Bay, the most male-oriented occupations are Law Enforcement (93.5%), Security & Protection (80.6%), and Cleaning & Maintenance (72.3%), while the most female-oriented occupations are Healthcare Support (86.2%), Personal Care & Service (82.5%), and Food Preparation & Serving (49.0%).
Services Occupations by Sex in Palm Bay
OccupationMaleFemale
Healthcare Support358 (13.8%)2,237 (86.2%)
Security & Protection717 (80.6%)172 (19.4%)
Firefighting & Prevention274 (66.0%)141 (34.0%)
Law Enforcement443 (93.5%)31 (6.5%)
Food Preparation & Serving1,597 (51.0%)1,534 (49.0%)
Cleaning & Maintenance1,785 (72.3%)684 (27.7%)
Personal Care & Service249 (17.5%)1,175 (82.5%)
Total (Category)4,706 (44.8%)5,802 (55.2%)
Total (Overall)28,002 (51.6%)26,212 (48.3%)

Sales and Office Occupations

The most common Sales and Office occupations in Palm Bay are Office & Administration (7,649 | 14.1%), and Sales & Related (4,791 | 8.8%).
Sales and Office Occupations in Palm Bay

Sales and Office Occupations by Sex

Sales and Office Occupations by Sex in Palm Bay
OccupationMaleFemale
Sales & Related2,414 (50.4%)2,377 (49.6%)
Office & Administration1,801 (23.5%)5,848 (76.4%)
Total (Category)4,215 (33.9%)8,225 (66.1%)
Total (Overall)28,002 (51.6%)26,212 (48.3%)

Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations

The most common Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance occupations in Palm Bay are Construction & Extraction (2,837 | 5.2%), Installation, Maintenance & Repair (2,392 | 4.4%), and Farming, Fishing & Forestry (31 | 0.1%).
Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations in Palm Bay

Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations by Sex

Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations by Sex in Palm Bay
OccupationMaleFemale
Farming, Fishing & Forestry31 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Construction & Extraction2,737 (96.5%)100 (3.5%)
Installation, Maintenance & Repair2,309 (96.5%)83 (3.5%)
Total (Category)5,077 (96.5%)183 (3.5%)
Total (Overall)28,002 (51.6%)26,212 (48.3%)

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations

The most common Production, Transportation and Moving occupations in Palm Bay are Production (2,525 | 4.7%), Transportation (2,516 | 4.6%), and Material Moving (1,557 | 2.9%).
Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations in Palm Bay

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations by Sex

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations by Sex in Palm Bay
OccupationMaleFemale
Production1,586 (62.8%)939 (37.2%)
Transportation2,317 (92.1%)199 (7.9%)
Material Moving1,328 (85.3%)229 (14.7%)
Total (Category)5,231 (79.3%)1,367 (20.7%)
Total (Overall)28,002 (51.6%)26,212 (48.3%)

Employment Industries by Sex in Palm Bay

Employment Industries in Palm Bay

The major employment industries in Palm Bay include Health Care & Social Assistance (9,258 | 17.1%), Retail Trade (6,631 | 12.2%), Manufacturing (6,188 | 11.4%), Construction (4,072 | 7.5%), and Educational Services (4,007 | 7.4%).
Employment Industries in Palm Bay

Employment Industries by Sex in Palm Bay

The Palm Bay industries that see more men than women are Agriculture, Fishing & Hunting (100.0%), Enterprise Management (91.9%), and Construction (87.0%), whereas the industries that tend to have a higher number of women are Health Care & Social Assistance (81.3%), Educational Services (69.2%), and Finance & Insurance (68.8%).
Employment Industries by Sex in Palm Bay
IndustryMaleFemale
Agriculture, Fishing & Hunting157 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Mining, Quarrying, & Extraction0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Construction3,542 (87.0%)530 (13.0%)
Manufacturing4,106 (66.3%)2,082 (33.7%)
Wholesale Trade846 (82.3%)182 (17.7%)
Retail Trade3,636 (54.8%)2,995 (45.2%)
Transportation & Warehousing1,709 (81.9%)378 (18.1%)
Utilities251 (67.8%)119 (32.2%)
Information235 (42.7%)315 (57.3%)
Finance & Insurance581 (31.2%)1,278 (68.8%)
Real Estate, Rental & Leasing392 (46.8%)446 (53.2%)
Professional & Scientific2,051 (58.3%)1,469 (41.7%)
Enterprise Management91 (91.9%)8 (8.1%)
Administrative & Support1,927 (50.0%)1,925 (50.0%)
Educational Services1,235 (30.8%)2,772 (69.2%)
Health Care & Social Assistance1,735 (18.7%)7,523 (81.3%)
Arts, Entertainment & Recreation615 (76.2%)192 (23.8%)
Accommodation & Food Services1,976 (52.2%)1,810 (47.8%)
Public Administration1,287 (68.2%)601 (31.8%)
Total28,002 (51.6%)26,212 (48.3%)

Education in Palm Bay

School Enrollment in Palm Bay

The most common levels of schooling among the 28,875 students in Palm Bay are middle school (6,283 | 21.8%), high school (6,093 | 21.1%), and college / undergraduate (5,936 | 20.6%).
School Enrollment in Palm Bay
School Level# Students% Students
Nursery / Preschool2,0046.9%
Kindergarten1,4405.0%
Elementary School5,60919.4%
Middle School6,28321.8%
High School6,09321.1%
College / Undergraduate5,93620.6%
Graduate / Professional1,5105.2%
Total28,875100.0%

School Enrollment by Age by Funding Source in Palm Bay

Out of a total of 28,875 students who are enrolled in schools in Palm Bay, 5,919 (20.5%) attend a private institution, while the remaining 22,956 (79.5%) are enrolled in public schools. The age group of 35 years and over has the highest likelihood of being enrolled in private schools, with 1,277 (44.6% in the age bracket) enrolled. Conversely, the age group of 18 to 19 year olds has the lowest likelihood of being enrolled in a private school, with 1,403 (94.1% in the age bracket) attending a public institution.
School Enrollment by Age by Funding Source in Palm Bay
Age BracketPublic SchoolPrivate School
3 to 4 Year Olds979 (65.4%)518 (34.6%)
5 to 9 Year Old5,595 (83.5%)1,102 (16.5%)
10 to 14 Year Olds6,461 (84.9%)1,153 (15.1%)
15 to 17 Year Olds4,272 (91.7%)388 (8.3%)
18 to 19 Year Olds1,403 (94.1%)88 (5.9%)
20 to 24 Year Olds1,484 (56.6%)1,140 (43.4%)
25 to 34 Year Olds1,186 (83.1%)241 (16.9%)
35 Years and over1,588 (55.4%)1,277 (44.6%)
Total22,956 (79.5%)5,919 (20.5%)

Educational Attainment by Field of Study in Palm Bay

Business (4,932 | 24.4%), education (2,771 | 13.7%), science & technology (2,748 | 13.6%), engineering (2,082 | 10.3%), and arts & humanities (1,253 | 6.2%) are the most common fields of study among 20,209 individuals in Palm Bay who have obtained a bachelor's degree or higher.
Educational Attainment by Field of Study in Palm Bay
Field of Study# Graduates% Graduates
Computers & Mathematics9314.6%
Bio, Nature & Agricultural5752.9%
Physical & Health Sciences5192.6%
Psychology1,0925.4%
Social Sciences1,2526.2%
Engineering2,08210.3%
Multidisciplinary Studies1910.9%
Science & Technology2,74813.6%
Business4,93224.4%
Education2,77113.7%
Literature & Languages2981.5%
Liberal Arts & History6843.4%
Visual & Performing Arts3391.7%
Communications5422.7%
Arts & Humanities1,2536.2%
Total20,209100.0%

Transportation & Commute in Palm Bay

Vehicle Availability by Sex in Palm Bay

The most prevalent vehicle ownership categories in Palm Bay are males with 2 vehicles (12,807, accounting for 46.0%) and females with 2 vehicles (10,993, making up 50.5%).
Vehicle Availability by Sex in Palm Bay
Vehicles AvailableMaleFemale
No Vehicle757 (2.7%)399 (1.6%)
1 Vehicle4,035 (14.5%)4,543 (17.9%)
2 Vehicles12,807 (46.0%)10,993 (43.4%)
3 Vehicles6,604 (23.7%)6,490 (25.6%)
4 Vehicles2,796 (10.0%)2,301 (9.1%)
5 or more Vehicles855 (3.1%)623 (2.5%)
Total27,854 (100.0%)25,349 (100.0%)

Commute Time in Palm Bay

The most frequently occuring commute durations in Palm Bay are 20 to 24 minutes (9,135 commuters, 18.6%), 30 to 34 minutes (9,071 commuters, 18.5%), and 15 to 19 minutes (7,364 commuters, 15.0%).
Commute Time in Palm Bay
Commute Time# Commuters% Commuters
Less than 5 Minutes1,0142.1%
5 to 9 Minutes2,5005.1%
10 to 14 Minutes4,8449.9%
15 to 19 Minutes7,36415.0%
20 to 24 Minutes9,13518.6%
25 to 29 Minutes4,2618.7%
30 to 34 Minutes9,07118.5%
35 to 39 Minutes1,5573.2%
40 to 44 Minutes2,3814.9%
45 to 59 Minutes3,2146.6%
60 to 89 Minutes2,7855.7%
90 or more Minutes9401.9%

Commute Time by Sex in Palm Bay

The most common commute times in Palm Bay are 20 to 24 minutes (4,959 commuters, 19.0%) for males and 30 to 34 minutes (4,671 commuters, 20.3%) for females.
Commute Time by Sex in Palm Bay
Commute TimeMaleFemale
Less than 5 Minutes583 (2.2%)431 (1.9%)
5 to 9 Minutes1,119 (4.3%)1,381 (6.0%)
10 to 14 Minutes2,341 (9.0%)2,503 (10.9%)
15 to 19 Minutes3,807 (14.6%)3,557 (15.5%)
20 to 24 Minutes4,959 (19.0%)4,176 (18.2%)
25 to 29 Minutes1,792 (6.9%)2,469 (10.8%)
30 to 34 Minutes4,400 (16.9%)4,671 (20.3%)
35 to 39 Minutes1,183 (4.5%)374 (1.6%)
40 to 44 Minutes1,334 (5.1%)1,047 (4.6%)
45 to 59 Minutes2,112 (8.1%)1,102 (4.8%)
60 to 89 Minutes1,728 (6.6%)1,057 (4.6%)
90 or more Minutes754 (2.9%)186 (0.8%)

Time of Departure to Work by Sex in Palm Bay

The most frequent times of departure to work in Palm Bay are 6:00 AM to 6:29 AM (4,111, 15.7%) for males and 7:00 AM to 7:29 AM (3,603, 15.7%) for females.
Time of Departure to Work by Sex in Palm Bay
Time of DepartureMaleFemale
12:00 AM to 4:59 AM1,152 (4.4%)1,277 (5.6%)
5:00 AM to 5:29 AM1,288 (4.9%)254 (1.1%)
5:30 AM to 5:59 AM1,289 (4.9%)894 (3.9%)
6:00 AM to 6:29 AM4,111 (15.7%)2,002 (8.7%)
6:30 AM to 6:59 AM3,074 (11.8%)2,948 (12.8%)
7:00 AM to 7:29 AM4,028 (15.4%)3,603 (15.7%)
7:30 AM to 7:59 AM2,671 (10.2%)2,482 (10.8%)
8:00 AM to 8:29 AM1,723 (6.6%)1,896 (8.3%)
8:30 AM to 8:59 AM823 (3.2%)1,218 (5.3%)
9:00 AM to 9:59 AM1,262 (4.8%)1,660 (7.2%)
10:00 AM to 10:59 AM782 (3.0%)1,155 (5.0%)
11:00 AM to 11:59 AM397 (1.5%)226 (1.0%)
12:00 PM to 3:59 PM1,831 (7.0%)1,740 (7.6%)
4:00 PM to 11:59 PM1,681 (6.4%)1,599 (7.0%)
Total26,112 (100.0%)22,954 (100.0%)

Housing Occupancy in Palm Bay

Occupancy by Ownership in Palm Bay

Of the total 42,865 dwellings in Palm Bay, owner-occupied units account for 34,254 (79.9%), while renter-occupied units make up 8,611 (20.1%).
Occupancy by Ownership in Palm Bay
Occupancy# Housing Units% Housing Units
Owner Occupied Housing Units34,25479.9%
Renter-Occupied Housing Units8,61120.1%
Total Occupied Housing Units42,865100.0%

Occupancy by Household Size in Palm Bay

Occupancy by Household Size in Palm Bay
Household Size# Housing Units% Housing Units
1-Person Household10,46924.4%
2-Person Household14,41933.6%
3-Person Household7,93818.5%
4+ Person Household10,03923.4%
Total Housing Units42,865100.0%

Occupancy by Ownership by Household Size in Palm Bay

Occupancy by Ownership by Household Size in Palm Bay
Household SizeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
1-Person Household8,286 (79.1%)2,183 (20.8%)
2-Person Household12,270 (85.1%)2,149 (14.9%)
3-Person Household6,492 (81.8%)1,446 (18.2%)
4+ Person Household7,206 (71.8%)2,833 (28.2%)
Total Housing Units34,254 (79.9%)8,611 (20.1%)

Occupancy by Educational Attainment in Palm Bay

Occupancy by Educational Attainment in Palm Bay
Household SizeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than High School2,321 (74.7%)785 (25.3%)
High School Diploma8,642 (77.5%)2,506 (22.5%)
College/Associate Degree13,470 (79.2%)3,547 (20.8%)
Bachelor's Degree or higher9,821 (84.7%)1,773 (15.3%)

Occupancy by Age of Householder in Palm Bay

Occupancy by Age of Householder in Palm Bay
Age Bracket# Households% Households
Under 35 Years6,06514.1%
35 to 44 Years6,56415.3%
45 to 54 Years6,69515.6%
55 to 64 Years9,80622.9%
65 to 74 Years8,14219.0%
75 to 84 Years4,30810.1%
85 Years and Over1,2853.0%
Total42,865100.0%

Housing Finances in Palm Bay

Median Income by Occupancy in Palm Bay

Median Income by Occupancy in Palm Bay
Occupancy Type# HouseholdsMedian Income
Owner-Occupied34,254 (79.9%)$68,978
Renter-Occupied8,611 (20.1%)$48,180
Average42,865 (100.0%)$62,538

Occupancy by Householder Income Bracket in Palm Bay

Occupancy by Householder Income Bracket in Palm Bay
Income BracketOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than $5,000607 (1.8%)166 (1.9%)
$5,000 to $9,999407 (1.2%)128 (1.5%)
$10,000 to $14,999920 (2.7%)504 (5.9%)
$15,000 to $19,9991,095 (3.2%)533 (6.2%)
$20,000 to $24,9991,270 (3.7%)740 (8.6%)
$25,000 to $34,9992,719 (7.9%)1,082 (12.6%)
$35,000 to $49,9994,422 (12.9%)1,261 (14.6%)
$50,000 to $74,9997,920 (23.1%)2,177 (25.3%)
$75,000 to $99,9995,079 (14.8%)920 (10.7%)
$100,000 to $149,9996,269 (18.3%)740 (8.6%)
$150,000 or more3,546 (10.3%)360 (4.2%)
Total34,254 (100.0%)8,611 (100.0%)

Monthly Housing Cost Tiers in Palm Bay

Monthly Housing Cost Tiers in Palm Bay
Monthly CostOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than $3003,248 (9.5%)39 (0.4%)
$300 to $4994,585 (13.4%)92 (1.1%)
$500 to $7995,622 (16.4%)226 (2.6%)
$800 to $9993,335 (9.7%)1,001 (11.6%)
$1,000 to $1,4999,004 (26.3%)4,061 (47.2%)
$1,500 to $1,9996,333 (18.5%)2,086 (24.2%)
$2,000 to $2,4991,420 (4.2%)486 (5.6%)
$2,500 to $2,999451 (1.3%)28 (0.3%)
$3,000 or more256 (0.7%)122 (1.4%)
Total34,254 (100.0%)8,611 (100.0%)

Physical Housing Characteristics in Palm Bay

Housing Structures in Palm Bay

Housing Structures in Palm Bay
Structure Type# Housing Units% Housing Units
Single Unit, Detached36,90086.1%
Single Unit, Attached5521.3%
2 Unit Apartments1700.4%
3 or 4 Unit Apartments7001.6%
5 to 9 Unit Apartments1,3983.3%
10 or more Apartments2,1555.0%
Mobile Home / Other9902.3%
Total42,865100.0%

Housing Structures by Occupancy in Palm Bay

Housing Structures by Occupancy in Palm Bay
Structure TypeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Single Unit, Detached32,387 (87.8%)4,513 (12.2%)
Single Unit, Attached497 (90.0%)55 (10.0%)
2 Unit Apartments22 (12.9%)148 (87.1%)
3 or 4 Unit Apartments274 (39.1%)426 (60.9%)
5 to 9 Unit Apartments143 (10.2%)1,255 (89.8%)
10 or more Apartments160 (7.4%)1,995 (92.6%)
Mobile Home / Other771 (77.9%)219 (22.1%)
Total34,254 (79.9%)8,611 (20.1%)

Housing Structures by Number of Rooms in Palm Bay

Housing Structures by Number of Rooms in Palm Bay
Number of RoomsOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
1 Room0 (0.0%)173 (2.0%)
2 or 3 Rooms788 (2.3%)1,231 (14.3%)
4 or 5 Rooms11,401 (33.3%)4,495 (52.2%)
6 or 7 Rooms14,481 (42.3%)2,048 (23.8%)
8 or more Rooms7,584 (22.1%)664 (7.7%)
Total34,254 (100.0%)8,611 (100.0%)

Housing Structure by Heating Type in Palm Bay

Housing Structure by Heating Type in Palm Bay
Heating TypeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Utility Gas340 (1.0%)314 (3.6%)
Bottled, Tank, or LP Gas202 (0.6%)8 (0.1%)
Electricity33,013 (96.4%)8,117 (94.3%)
Fuel Oil or Kerosene8 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Coal or Coke0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
All other Fuels283 (0.8%)0 (0.0%)
No Fuel Used408 (1.2%)172 (2.0%)
Total34,254 (100.0%)8,611 (100.0%)

Household Vehicle Usage in Palm Bay

Household Vehicle Usage in Palm Bay
Vehicles per HouseholdOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
No Vehicle1,593 (4.6%)351 (4.1%)
1 Vehicle10,315 (30.1%)4,096 (47.6%)
2 Vehicles14,187 (41.4%)3,161 (36.7%)
3 or more Vehicles8,159 (23.8%)1,003 (11.7%)
Total34,254 (100.0%)8,611 (100.0%)

Real Estate & Mortgages in Palm Bay

Real Estate and Mortgage Overview in Palm Bay

CharacteristicWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Housing Units12,13922,115
Median Property Value$212,900$231,200
Median Household Income$54,826$2,511
Monthly Housing Costs$453$240
Real Estate Taxes$1,152$706

Property Value by Mortgage Status in Palm Bay

Property Value by Mortgage Status in Palm Bay
Property ValueWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than $50,000548 (4.5%)695 (3.1%)
$50,000 to $99,999707 (5.8%)646 (2.9%)
$100,000 to $299,9998,490 (69.9%)15,549 (70.3%)
$300,000 to $499,9992,160 (17.8%)4,786 (21.6%)
$500,000 to $749,99963 (0.5%)416 (1.9%)
$750,000 to $999,99961 (0.5%)2 (0.0%)
$1,000,000 or more110 (0.9%)21 (0.1%)
Total12,139 (100.0%)22,115 (100.0%)

Household Income by Mortgage Status in Palm Bay

Household Income by Mortgage Status in Palm Bay
Household IncomeWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than $10,000544 (4.5%)339 (1.5%)
$10,000 to $24,9991,865 (15.4%)470 (2.1%)
$25,000 to $34,9991,205 (9.9%)1,420 (6.4%)
$35,000 to $49,9991,624 (13.4%)1,514 (6.9%)
$50,000 to $74,9992,757 (22.7%)2,798 (12.7%)
$75,000 to $99,9991,668 (13.7%)5,163 (23.4%)
$100,000 to $149,9991,441 (11.9%)3,411 (15.4%)
$150,000 or more1,035 (8.5%)4,828 (21.8%)
Total12,139 (100.0%)22,115 (100.0%)

Property Value to Household Income Ratio in Palm Bay

Property Value to Household Income Ratio in Palm Bay
Value-to-Income RatioWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than 2.0x2,876 (23.7%)74,095 (335.0%)
2.0x to 2.9x1,967 (16.2%)5,578 (25.2%)
3.0x to 3.9x1,785 (14.7%)4,988 (22.6%)
4.0x or more5,331 (43.9%)4,004 (18.1%)
Total12,139 (100.0%)22,115 (100.0%)

Real Estate Taxes by Mortgage Status in Palm Bay

Real Estate Taxes by Mortgage Status in Palm Bay
Property TaxesWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than $8003,431 (28.3%)121 (0.5%)
$800 to $1,4993,835 (31.6%)2,976 (13.5%)
$800 to $1,4994,417 (36.4%)6,960 (31.5%)
Total12,139 (100.0%)22,115 (100.0%)

Health & Disability in Palm Bay

Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Palm Bay

Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Palm Bay
Age BracketWith CoverageWithout Coverage
Under 6 Years7,928 (95.9%)337 (4.1%)
6 to 18 Years17,861 (90.9%)1,789 (9.1%)
19 to 25 Years7,173 (77.4%)2,095 (22.6%)
26 to 34 Years9,756 (73.8%)3,471 (26.2%)
35 to 44 Years12,198 (81.8%)2,711 (18.2%)
45 to 54 Years11,789 (88.1%)1,586 (11.9%)
55 to 64 Years16,182 (87.0%)2,428 (13.1%)
65 to 74 Years13,184 (98.9%)151 (1.1%)
75 Years and older9,777 (99.7%)31 (0.3%)
Total105,848 (87.9%)14,599 (12.1%)

Health Insurance Coverage by Citizenship Status in Palm Bay

Health Insurance Coverage by Citizenship Status in Palm Bay
Citizenship StatusWith CoverageWithout Coverage
Native Born7,928 (95.9%)337 (4.1%)
Foreign Born, Citizen17,861 (90.9%)1,789 (9.1%)
Foreign Born, not a Citizen7,173 (77.4%)2,095 (22.6%)

Health Insurance Coverage by Household Income in Palm Bay

Health Insurance Coverage by Household Income in Palm Bay
Household IncomeWith CoverageWithout Coverage
Under $25,00010,433 (86.1%)1,691 (14.0%)
$25,000 to $49,99918,906 (85.9%)3,109 (14.1%)
$50,000 to $74,99925,593 (86.5%)3,988 (13.5%)
$75,000 to $99,99915,350 (85.0%)2,715 (15.0%)
$100,000 and over35,377 (92.0%)3,062 (8.0%)

Public vs Private Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Palm Bay

Public vs Private Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Palm Bay
Age BracketPublic InsurancePrivate Insurance
Under 64,295 (52.0%)3,817 (46.2%)
6 to 18 Years9,357 (47.6%)9,976 (50.8%)
19 to 25 Years1,387 (15.0%)5,893 (63.6%)
25 to 34 Years2,241 (16.9%)7,936 (60.0%)
35 to 44 Years2,699 (18.1%)10,276 (68.9%)
45 to 54 Years2,789 (20.8%)9,947 (74.4%)
55 to 64 Years5,246 (28.2%)12,772 (68.6%)
65 to 74 Years12,482 (93.6%)6,876 (51.6%)
75 Years and over9,677 (98.7%)5,309 (54.1%)
Total50,173 (41.7%)72,802 (60.4%)

Disability Status by Sex by Age in Palm Bay

Disability Status by Sex by Age in Palm Bay
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years25 (0.6%)56 (1.8%)
5 to 17 Years1,197 (12.5%)345 (3.4%)
18 to 34 Years1,402 (11.2%)851 (7.6%)
35 to 64 Years3,125 (14.0%)4,359 (17.7%)
65 to 74 Years2,310 (33.6%)1,439 (22.3%)
75 Years and over1,949 (47.6%)3,323 (58.1%)

Disability Class by Sex by Age in Palm Bay

Disability Class: Hearing Difficulty

Disability in Palm Bay: <span>Hearing Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years25 (0.6%)0 (0.0%)
5 to 17 Years16 (0.2%)8 (0.1%)
18 to 34 Years148 (1.2%)41 (0.4%)
35 to 64 Years877 (3.9%)794 (3.2%)
65 to 74 Years929 (13.5%)253 (3.9%)
75 Years and over1,101 (26.9%)1,216 (21.3%)

Disability Class: Vision Difficulty

Disability in Palm Bay: <span>Vision Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years0 (0.0%)56 (1.8%)
5 to 17 Years291 (3.0%)72 (0.7%)
18 to 34 Years309 (2.5%)169 (1.5%)
35 to 64 Years667 (3.0%)903 (3.7%)
65 to 74 Years242 (3.5%)325 (5.0%)
75 Years and over479 (11.7%)798 (14.0%)

Disability Class: Cognitive Difficulty

Disability in Palm Bay: <span>Cognitive Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
5 to 17 Years999 (10.4%)300 (2.9%)
18 to 34 Years1,100 (8.7%)487 (4.3%)
35 to 64 Years1,050 (4.7%)1,900 (7.7%)
65 to 74 Years559 (8.1%)281 (4.3%)
75 Years and over565 (13.8%)937 (16.4%)

Disability Class: Ambulatory Difficulty

Disability in Palm Bay: <span>Ambulatory Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
5 to 17 Years18 (0.2%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 34 Years227 (1.8%)108 (1.0%)
35 to 64 Years1,731 (7.8%)2,060 (8.4%)
65 to 74 Years1,421 (20.7%)904 (14.0%)
75 Years and over1,298 (31.7%)2,804 (49.0%)

Disability Class: Self-Care Difficulty

Disability in Palm Bay: <span>Self-Care Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
5 to 17 Years157 (1.6%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 34 Years70 (0.6%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 64 Years295 (1.3%)741 (3.0%)
65 to 74 Years485 (7.0%)139 (2.1%)
75 Years and over566 (13.8%)990 (17.3%)

Technology Access in Palm Bay

Computing Device Access in Palm Bay

Computing Device Access in Palm Bay
Device Type# Households% Households
Desktop or Laptop35,71683.3%
Smartphone37,81588.2%
Tablet28,73967.0%
No Computing Device2,3795.6%
Total42,865100.0%

Internet Access in Palm Bay

Internet Access in Palm Bay
Internet Type# Households% Households
Dial-Up Internet440.1%
Broadband Home34,09579.5%
Cellular Data Only3,6828.6%
Satellite Internet2,3615.5%
No Internet3,8028.9%
Total42,865100.0%

Palm Bay Summary

Palm Bay is a city located in Brevard County, Florida, United States. It is the most populous city in the county with a population of 103,190 as of the 2010 United States Census. The city is a principal city of the Palm Bay–Melbourne–Titusville Metropolitan Statistical Area, which had a population of 543,376 at the 2010 census.

Geography

Palm Bay is located in east-central Florida, approximately 50 miles southeast of Orlando and 80 miles northeast of Tampa. It is situated on the Indian River Lagoon, which is part of the Atlantic Intracoastal Waterway. The city is bordered by the cities of Melbourne and Titusville to the north, and by the unincorporated areas of Port St. John and Malabar to the south.
The city covers an area of approximately 115 square miles, of which about half is land and the other half is water. The city is divided into four distinct geographic regions: the mainland, the barrier islands, the mainland's western shore, and the mainland's eastern shore. The mainland is located on the western side of the Indian River Lagoon and is home to most of the city's population. The barrier islands are located on the eastern side of the lagoon and are home to a variety of wildlife, including manatees, dolphins, and sea turtles. The mainland's western shore is located along the Indian River and is home to a variety of residential neighborhoods and commercial areas. The mainland's eastern shore is located along the Atlantic Ocean and is home to a variety of residential neighborhoods and commercial areas.

Economy

Palm Bay is home to a variety of industries, including manufacturing, technology, aerospace, and defense. The city is home to several major employers, including Harris Corporation, Northrop Grumman, and Embraer. The city is also home to a variety of small businesses, including restaurants, retail stores, and service providers.
The city's economy is largely driven by tourism, with visitors coming to the area to enjoy the city's beaches, parks, and other attractions. The city is also home to a variety of events, including the annual Space Coast Birding and Wildlife Festival, the annual Space Coast State Fair, and the annual Space Coast Marathon.

Demographics

As of the 2010 United States Census, there were 103,190 people, 41,845 households, and 28,845 families residing in the city. The population density was 890.3 people per square mile. There were 46,945 housing units at an average density of 405.3 per square mile. The racial makeup of the city was 75.2% White, 15.3% African American, 0.4% Native American, 2.2% Asian, 0.1% Pacific Islander, 4.3% from other races, and 2.5% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 11.3% of the population.
There were 41,845 households, out of which 28.2% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 48.2% were married couples living together, 14.2% had a female householder with no husband present, and 32.7% were non-families. 25.7% of all households were made up of individuals, and 9.2% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.45 and the average family size was 2.94.
In the city, the population was spread out, with 23.2% under the age of 18, 8.2% from 18 to 24, 28.2% from 25 to 44, 26.2% from 45 to 64, and 14.2% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 38.4 years. For every 100 females, there were 95.2 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 92.3 males.
The median income for a household in the city was $45,890, and the median income for a family was $53,890. Males had a median income of $41,890 versus $30,890 for females. The per capita income for the city was $23,890. About 10.2% of families and 13.2% of the population were below the poverty line, including 19.2% of those under age 18 and 8.2% of those age 65 or over.

Common Questions

What is the Total Population of Palm Bay?
Total Population of Palm Bay is 121,513.
What is the Total Male Population of Palm Bay?
Total Male Population of Palm Bay is 59,884.
What is the Total Female Population of Palm Bay?
Total Female Population of Palm Bay is 61,629.
What is the Ratio of Males per 100 Females in Palm Bay?
There are 97.17 Males per 100 Females in Palm Bay.
What is the Ratio of Females per 100 Males in Palm Bay?
There are 102.91 Females per 100 Males in Palm Bay.
What is the Median Population Age in Palm Bay?
Median Population Age in Palm Bay is 41.8 Years.
What is the Average Family Size in Palm Bay
Average Family Size in Palm Bay is 3.3 People.
What is the Average Household Size in Palm Bay
Average Household Size in Palm Bay is 2.8 People.
What is Per Capita Income in Palm Bay?
Per Capita income in Palm Bay is $31,589.
What is the Median Family Income in Palm Bay?
Median Family Income in Palm Bay is $70,509.
What is the Median Household income in Palm Bay?
Median Household Income in Palm Bay is $62,538.
What is Income or Wage Gap in Palm Bay?
Income or Wage Gap in Palm Bay is 22.3%.
Women in Palm Bay earn 77.7 cents for every dollar earned by a man.
What is Family Income Deficit in Palm Bay?
Family Income Deficit in Palm Bay is $8,701.
Families that are below poverty line in Palm Bay earn $8,701 less on average than the poverty threshold level.
What is Inequality or Gini Index in Palm Bay?
Inequality or Gini Index in Palm Bay is 0.44.
How Large is the Labor Force in Palm Bay?
There are 58,037 People in the Labor Forcein in Palm Bay.
What is the Percentage of People in the Labor Force in Palm Bay?
59.0% of People are in the Labor Force in Palm Bay.
What is the Unemployment Rate in Palm Bay?
Unemployment Rate in Palm Bay is 5.7%.