Palm Beach is located on a Barrier Island off the mainland of Southeast Florida in Palm Beach County.

The town is separated from West Palm Beach and Lake Worth Beach by the Intracoastal Waterway to its west and a small section of the Intracoastal Waterway and South Palm Beach to its south.

It spans approximately 3.8 square miles

As of the 2020 Census, Palm Beach had a year-round population of 9,245.  In the winter months, the population can surge to 25,000 seasonal residents.

• Luxury & Wealth – One of the richest and most exclusive towns in the U.S.

• The Breakers Hotel – An iconic oceanfront resort originally developed by Henry Flagler.

• Mar-a-Lago – A historic estate built in the 1920s by cereal heiress Marjorie Merriweather Post, now known worldwide as the private club and residence of  U.S. President Donald J. Trump.

• Worth Avenue – A world-famous luxury shopping district with designer boutiques, galleries, and cafés.

• Whitehall (Flagler Museum) – Henry Flagler’s 1902 Gilded Age mansion, now a museum and National Historic Landmark.

• Mediterranean Revival Architecture – Signature estates and buildings influenced by architect Addison Mizner.

• Pristine Beaches – Miles of carefully maintained Atlantic Ocean shoreline.

• Golf & Country Clubs – Home to some of the most prestigious private golf courses and social clubs.

• Philanthropy & High Society – A hub for elite charity galas, art shows, and cultural events.

• Seasonal Residents – A winter escape for wealthy Northerners and international elites.

The cost of living in Palm Beach is 96% higher than the Florida average.

Median Income: $190,824

Median Home Price:  The median listing home price in Palm Beach, FL was $2.5M in July 2025 with the median sold price $2.2M.

Median Rent:  $2,600 is the median with studios starting at $1,725 and 4 bedrooms being as high as $9,000

• Stroll and shop along Worth Avenue, renowned for its designer boutiques, galleries, and cafes.

• Visit historic architectural treasures like Whitehall (Flagler’s home) and enjoy the famed luxury resorts.

• Relax on beautiful public beaches, leisurely play golf or tennis, and explore meticulously landscaped gardens.

• Participate in cultural events that reflect the town’s refined, philanthropic community.

• Coconut Origins – The town got its name in 1878 after a Spanish ship, the Providencia, wrecked offshore carrying 20,000 coconuts. Locals planted them, creating the abundance of palm trees that inspired the name Palm Beach.

• Conservation-driven community: Palm Beach residents collectively contribute more to charity per capita than any other U.S. community.

• America’s First Resort Destination – Thanks to Henry Flagler’s hotels and railway, Palm Beach became one of the earliest luxury resort destinations in the U.S.
• Small but Mighty – Palm Beach is only 3.8 square miles, yet it’s one of the wealthiest communities in America.

• Whitehall, Henry Flagler’s winter residence, is now a National Historic Landmark and museum.

• Golf Legacy – The town and surrounding county are known for exclusive country clubs and championship golf courses.

• Mar-a-Lago – Built in the 1920s by cereal heiress Marjorie Merriweather Post, the estate later became a private club and is now widely known as former President Donald Trump’s residence.

• Sea Turtle Haven – Palm Beach’s beaches are nesting grounds for endangered sea turtles, with strict conservation measures in place.