Royal Palm Beach, Florida Population 2026
Updated April 2026 · US Census ACS 2023 5-Year Estimates
The population of Royal Palm Beach, Florida is 39,089 as of the 2023 American Community Survey, making it the 108th-largest city in Florida. The median household income is $92,382, the median home value is $389,300, and the median age is 41.5.
The population has grown 22.4% since 2010 (34,278 → 41,948).
39,089
Population
3437
People / sq mi
$92,382
Median Income
$389,300
Median Home Value
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Royal Palm Beach covers 11.4 sq mi of land at 3437 people per square mile.
About Royal Palm Beach, FL
The poverty rate is what most separates Royal Palm Beach from the typical city: 3.1% of residents live below the federal poverty line, against 12.4% nationally. With 39,089 residents, Royal Palm Beach is a city in Florida.
The typical household here earns about $92,382, above the US median of $78,538. Only 3.1% of residents live in poverty, below the national 12.4%. Homes carry a median value of $389,300, with typical rent around $2,192.
35.8% of adults 25 and older hold a bachelor’s degree, near the national average of 35.0%. About 9.5% of the workforce is home-based, below the national 14.0%, and the average commute runs about 30 minutes each way.
Royal Palm Beach village Population History (2010-2024)
The city of Royal Palm Beach village had a population of 34,278 in 2010 and 41,948 in 2024, a 22.4% growth over 14 years. The peak was 41,948 in 2024. Average annual growth rate: 1.46%.
41,948
Population (2024)
34,278
Population (2010)
41,948
Peak (2024)
1.46%
Avg Annual Growth
| Year | Population |
|---|---|
| 2010 | 34,278 |
| 2011 | 34,609 |
| 2012 | 35,168 |
| 2013 | 36,420 |
| 2014 | 37,072 |
| 2015 | 37,701 |
| 2016 | 38,225 |
| 2017 | 38,582 |
| 2018 | 39,935 |
| 2019 | 40,396 |
| 2020 | 39,515 |
| 2021 | 39,529 |
| 2022 | 40,102 |
| 2023 | 40,625 |
| 2024 | 41,948 |
Race & Ethnicity
| White | 46.6% |
| Black or African American | 26.8% |
| Asian | 0.0% |
| Hispanic or Latino (any race) | 1.9% |
| Two or More Races | 0.0% |
Economy & Income
$92,382
Median Household Income
$40,918
Per Capita Income
3.1%
Poverty Rate
2.8%
Unemployment Rate
Housing
$389,300
Median Home Value
$2,192
Median Rent
80.1%
Owner-Occupied
Education
92.4%
High School+
35.8%
Bachelor's+
Commute
2.4%
Drive Alone
78.5%
Public Transit
9.5%
Work From Home
30.2 min
Avg Commute
Community Profile
30.5%
Foreign Born
71.3%
Non-English at Home
4.5%
Veterans
11.3%
With Disability
91.1%
Health Insurance
97.1%
Internet Access
Employment by Industry
| Professional, Scientific & Management | 25.2% |
| Finance, Insurance & Real Estate | 9.6% |
| Information | 8.4% |
| Education, Health Care & Social Services | 7.9% |
| Public Administration | 7.5% |
| Retail Trade | 7.1% |
| Construction | 6.9% |
| Arts, Entertainment & Food Services | 6.6% |
| Manufacturing | 5.1% |
| Transportation & Warehousing | 2.5% |
| Agriculture & Mining | 0.7% |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Royal Palm Beach, Florida has a population of 39,089 according to the US Census Bureau's 2023 American Community Survey 5-year estimates, making it the 108th-largest city in Florida.
The median household income in Royal Palm Beach, Florida is $92,382, with 3.1% of residents living below the federal poverty level.
The median home value in Royal Palm Beach, Florida is $389,300, with median monthly rent at $2,192 and a homeownership rate of 80.1%.
The median age in Royal Palm Beach, Florida is 41.5 years. The population is 45.3% male and 54.7% female.
The population has grown 22.4% since 2010 (34,278 → 41,948).
Royal Palm Beach village, FL Climate
Royal Palm Beach village, FL has an average annual temperature of 23.7°C (75°F) and receives about 1490 mm of precipitation per year. The warmest month is August and the coldest is January. Figures are 1970–2000 climate normals.
23.7°C
Avg Temp
1490
Precip (mm/yr)
Aug
Hottest Month
Jan
Coldest Month
| Month | Avg (°C/°F) | Precip |
|---|---|---|
| January | 19° / 65° | 69 mm |
| February | 19° / 66° | 67 mm |
| March | 21° / 70° | 90 mm |
| April | 23° / 73° | 70 mm |
| May | 25° / 77° | 150 mm |
| June | 27° / 81° | 197 mm |
| July | 28° / 82° | 163 mm |
| August | 28° / 82° | 161 mm |
| September | 27° / 81° | 207 mm |
| October | 25° / 78° | 153 mm |
| November | 23° / 73° | 104 mm |
| December | 20° / 68° | 59 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 Royal Palm Beach village, FL
The most comfortable months to visit Royal Palm Beach village, FL are typically December, March and April, when temperatures are mildest and rainfall is relatively low. The hottest month is August (around 32°C high). The coldest is January (near 13°C low). September is usually the wettest month.
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Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS, 2026.