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West Palm Beach is a city located in Palm Beach County, Florida. As of the 2020 census, the population of West Palm Beach was 112,317, making it the most populous city in Palm Beach County and the 15th most populous city in Florida.

History

West Palm Beach was founded in 1894 and was named after Palm Beach, which is located just across the Intracoastal Waterway. The city was incorporated on November 5, 1894. Some key moments in West Palm Beach's history include:

• 1896 - Henry Flagler extends his Florida East Coast Railroad to West Palm Beach.
• 1918 - The Spanish flu pandemic hits West Palm Beach.
• 1920s - Growth fueled by real estate speculation and land boom.
• 1928 - Okeechobee hurricane floods the city.
• 1960s - Large number of Cubans flee to West Palm Beach after the Cuban revolution.
• 1999 - New convention center opens.
• 2008 - Grand opening of CityPlace, a large outdoor shopping and dining complex.

To learn more about the history of West Palm Beach, visit the West Palm Beach Wikipedia page.

Population

As mentioned previously, West Palm Beach has a population of 112,317 as of the 2020 census. The city has grown rapidly in recent decades. Some key population stats:

• 1960 - 45,651
• 1970 - 67,706
• 1980 - 63,305
• 1990 - 67,643
• 2000 - 82,103
• 2010 - 99,919
• 2020 - 112,317

West Palm Beach is a racially and ethnically diverse city. The racial makeup of the city according to the 2020 census is:

• White: 56.7%
• Black or African American: 31.8%
• Asian: 2.0%
• Two or more races: 2.6%
• Other race: 5.0%
• Hispanic or Latino of any race: 23.7%

The median age in West Palm Beach is 38.6 and 18.1% of residents live below the poverty line.

Economy

The economy of West Palm Beach is diverse with major industries that include:

• Tourism - Many tourists are attracted to West Palm Beach for its beaches, resorts, shopping and entertainment.
• Healthcare - The city has several major hospitals and medical centers that employ thousands.
• Finance - Numerous banks, investment firms and financial service companies are headquartered in West Palm Beach.
• Aviation - With proximity to Palm Beach International Airport, aviation and aerospace companies have a presence.
• Maritime - The city's location on the Intracoastal Waterway supports marine industries.

Some of the largest employers in West Palm Beach include:

• Palm Beach County School District (13,000 employees)
• Tenet Healthcare Corp (7,000 employees)
• Palm Beach County government (6,000 employees)
• Florida Crystals Corp (1,200 employees)
• Office Depot (1,200 employees)

For more information on the West Palm Beach economy and job market, visit the Palm Beach County Business Development Board.

Transportation

West Palm Beach has the following transportation infrastructure:

• Airports - Palm Beach International Airport provides commercial airline service. It is located 5 miles from downtown West Palm Beach.
• Roads - Major highways include I-95, US 1, and Florida's Turnpike. These connect West Palm Beach to Miami, Orlando and other cities.
• Public Transit - Palm Tran provides bus service throughout West Palm Beach and Palm Beach County.
• Tri-Rail - Tri-Rail provides commuter rail service between West Palm Beach and Miami with stops along the way.
• Port of Palm Beach - The port handles cargo ships, cruise ships and private yachts.

Public Library

The West Palm Beach Public Library serves residents of the city with multiple branch locations. The main library is located at 411 Clematis Street, West Palm Beach, FL 33401. The phone number is (561) 868-7701.

Museums

West Palm Beach has several interesting museums including:

• Norton Museum of Art - Art museum with a collection of over 7,700 works. Located at 1451 S. Olive Avenue.
• Recycling Innovation Hub - Interactive museum about recycling. Located at 6161 N Jog Rd.
• Flagler Museum - Museum in the former estate of Henry Flagler in Palm Beach. Located at 1 Whitehall Way.

Landmarks

Some of the most famous landmarks in West Palm Beach include:

• The Ballpark of the Palm Beaches - Spring training home to the Washington Nationals and Houston Astros MLB teams. Located at 5444 Haverhill Road, West Palm Beach, FL 33407 (GPS coordinates)
• Rapids Water Park - Large water park with slides and rides. Located at 6566 North Military Trail, West Palm Beach, FL 33415 (GPS coordinates)
• Palm Beach Outlets - Open-air outlet shopping center. Located at 1751 Palm Beach Lakes Blvd, West Palm Beach, FL 33401 (GPS coordinates)

Here is an embedded Google Map showing these three landmarks in West Palm Beach:

County Information

West Palm Beach is located in Palm Beach County. The county website is www.pbcgov.org. The county government and administration building is located at:

School Districts

Most students in West Palm Beach attend schools in the School District of Palm Beach County. The district serves over 193,000 students in 183 schools. The district offices are located at:

Some areas of West Palm Beach are served by other districts such as the West Palm Beach Christian School and the King's Academy in West Palm Beach.

Local Resources

Here are some additional local resources for West Palm Beach residents and visitors:

• West Palm Beach City Government - Official city website with info on departments, services, events and more.
• West Palm Beach Facebook - Get updates and connect with the community.
• Palm Beach County Braves - Local minor league baseball team.
• Palm Beach County Tourism - Guide to attractions, events and things to do.

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