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Population Review

Riviera Beach, Florida Population 2026

Updated April 2026 · US Census ACS 2023 5-Year Estimates

The population of Riviera Beach, Florida is 38,032 as of the 2023 American Community Survey, making it the 112th-largest city in Florida. The median household income is $62,152, the median home value is $311,900, and the median age is 38.9.

The population has grown 21.6% since 2010 (32,589 → 39,620).

38,032

Population

4594

People / sq mi

$62,152

Median Income

$311,900

Median Home Value

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Riviera Beach covers 8.3 sq mi of land at 4594 people per square mile.

About Riviera Beach, FL

What distinguishes Riviera Beach is density: among the most densely settled of US cities, around 4,594 people per square mile. With 38,032 residents, Riviera Beach is a city in Florida.

The typical household earns $62,152, below the US median of $78,538. Poverty sits at 13.1%, above the national 12.4%. Homes carry a median value of $311,900, with typical rent around $1,489.

Degree attainment is mid-range for US cities: 29.1% of adults hold a four-year degree, below the national 35.0%. Remote work is below the national 14.0% at 11.1%, and the average commute runs about 25 minutes each way.

That density explains much of the rest of the profile in Riviera Beach: denser places lean toward renting, shorter commutes by transit, and a younger working-age mix.

Riviera Beach city Population History (2010-2024)

The city of Riviera Beach city had a population of 32,589 in 2010 and 39,620 in 2024, a 21.6% growth over 14 years. The peak was 39,620 in 2024. Average annual growth rate: 1.41%.

2024 · 40K20102024
Riviera Beach city population, 2010–2024 · Source: U.S. Census Bureau — decennial census & Population Estimates

39,620

Population (2024)

32,589

Population (2010)

39,620

Peak (2024)

1.41%

Avg Annual Growth

YearPopulation
201032,589
201132,813
201233,148
201333,433
201433,724
201534,090
201634,459
201734,701
201834,780
201935,463
202037,609
202138,148
202238,658
202339,277
202439,620

Race & Ethnicity

White23.1%
Black or African American64.3%
Asian0.0%
Hispanic or Latino (any race)0.9%
Two or More Races0.0%

Economy & Income

$62,152

Median Household Income

$34,068

Per Capita Income

13.1%

Poverty Rate

5.3%

Unemployment Rate

Housing

$311,900

Median Home Value

$1,489

Median Rent

58.0%

Owner-Occupied

Education

87.3%

High School+

29.1%

Bachelor's+

Commute

2.7%

Drive Alone

72.7%

Public Transit

11.1%

Work From Home

24.7 min

Avg Commute

Community Profile

24.1%

Foreign Born

78.1%

Non-English at Home

5.9%

Veterans

12.1%

With Disability

84.0%

Health Insurance

92.3%

Internet Access

Employment by Industry

Professional, Scientific & Management23.6%
Finance, Insurance & Real Estate13.3%
Education, Health Care & Social Services9.0%
Retail Trade7.4%
Information7.0%
Arts, Entertainment & Food Services6.6%
Construction6.4%
Public Administration3.6%
Manufacturing2.6%
Transportation & Warehousing0.8%

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Frequently Asked Questions

Riviera Beach, Florida has a population of 38,032 according to the US Census Bureau's 2023 American Community Survey 5-year estimates, making it the 112th-largest city in Florida.

The median household income in Riviera Beach, Florida is $62,152, with 13.1% of residents living below the federal poverty level.

The median home value in Riviera Beach, Florida is $311,900, with median monthly rent at $1,489 and a homeownership rate of 58.0%.

The median age in Riviera Beach, Florida is 38.9 years. The population is 49.7% male and 50.3% female.

The population has grown 21.6% since 2010 (32,589 → 39,620).


Riviera Beach city, FL Climate

Riviera Beach city, FL has an average annual temperature of 23.9°C (75°F) and receives about 1479 mm of precipitation per year. The warmest month is August and the coldest is January. Figures are 1970–2000 climate normals.

23.9°C

Avg Temp

1479

Precip (mm/yr)

Aug

Hottest Month

Jan

Coldest Month

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Avg temp (°C) Precipitation (mm)
Riviera Beach city, FL — monthly temperature & precipitation (1970–2000 normals) · Source: WorldClim 2.1
MonthAvg (°C/°F)Precip
January19° / 66°69 mm
February19° / 67°68 mm
March21° / 70°91 mm
April23° / 73°69 mm
May25° / 78°146 mm
June27° / 81°192 mm
July28° / 82°157 mm
August28° / 83°155 mm
September28° / 82°209 mm
October26° / 78°159 mm
November23° / 73°104 mm
December20° / 68°60 mm

1970–2000 normals from WorldClim 2.1 (~9 km grid). Precipitation can be less precise near mountains or coastlines, where rainfall varies sharply over short distances.

Best time to visit Riviera Beach city, FL

The most comfortable months to visit Riviera Beach city, FL are typically December, March and February, when temperatures are mildest and rainfall is relatively low. The hottest month is August (around 32°C high). The coldest is January (near 14°C low). September is usually the wettest month.

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Data from the American Community Survey (ACS) 5-Year estimates.

Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS, 2026.