Palm Springs, Florida Demographics & Population 2026
Demographic data: ACS 2020–2024 five-year estimates. Sources and methodology
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Palm Springs, Florida had a total population of 27,356, the 159th largest village in Florida, with a median household income of $61,739, which is 17% lower than the state average. The poverty rate is 15.4%.
Palm Springs Quick Facts
How Palm Springs Changed
Change from the non-overlapping 2015–2019 ACS period to 2020–2024. Earlier dollar figures are adjusted to 2024 dollars; changes marked “no clear change” are within the combined 90% margins of error.
| Metric | 2015–2019 | 2020–2024 | Change |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population | 24,843 | 27,356 | +10.1% |
| Median household income | $54,351 | $61,739 | +13.6% |
| Median home value¹ | $183,129 | $269,800 | +47.3% |
| Median gross rent | $1,460 | $1,669 | +14.3% |
How Palm Springs Compares
Median Household Income
Median Home Value
Economy & Housing
Household Income Distribution
Detailed income brackets
Employment
Housing Overview
People & Demographics
Age Distribution
Race & Ethnicity
- White: 17.4%
- Black: 14.6%
- Hispanic: 62.1%
- Asian: 3.5%
- Other: 0.2%
Diversity Index
A diverse community with significant representation from multiple racial and ethnic groups.
State average: 65 | National average: 61
Education
Educational Attainment (Adults 25+)
- < High School: 25.7%
- HS Diploma: 34.4%
- Some College: 13.9%
- Associate's: 8.3%
- Bachelor's: 12.6%
- Graduate+: 5.1%
Palm Springs Rankings in Florida
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Other Cities in Palm Beach County
| City | Population | Median Income | Poverty | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| West Palm Beach | 122,290 | $73,446 | 14.1% | $414,200 |
| Boca Raton | 100,234 | $106,273 | 10.0% | $722,700 |
| Boynton Beach | 81,435 | $70,074 | 13.7% | $351,100 |
| Delray Beach | 67,979 | $82,041 | 13.0% | $420,300 |
| Wellington | 62,146 | $115,632 | 7.8% | $599,400 |
| Jupiter | 61,883 | $110,240 | 9.5% | $608,600 |
| Palm Beach Gardens | 60,959 | $106,947 | 7.2% | $606,100 |
| Greenacres | 44,373 | $70,491 | 14.8% | $291,000 |
| Lake Worth Beach | 43,365 | $61,200 | 21.2% | $401,200 |
| The Acreage | 40,843 | $109,032 | 4.6% | $524,800 |
Cities Similar to Palm Springs
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Silver Springs Shores | 28,537 | $63,611 | $201,300 | 16.4% | 14.2% |
| Temple Terrace | 27,275 | $69,252 | $334,800 | 44.5% | 9.0% |
| Crestview | 28,773 | $65,480 | $277,900 | 22.6% | 11.2% |
| Wright | 27,927 | $70,195 | $306,100 | 28.3% | 16.7% |
| Palm River-Clair Mel | 27,844 | $71,787 | $271,700 | 25.0% | 13.1% |
Population Overview
Palm Springs is a mid-sized community located in Florida, within Palm Beach County. The total population is 27,356. It ranks as the 159th most populous out of 955 Census-designated places in Florida.
Age Demographics
The median age in Palm Springs is 37.2 years. This is 13% lower than the state median of 42.6 years.
Economy, Income & Housing
The median household income in Palm Springs is $61,739. This is 17% lower than the state median of $74,568. It is also 24% lower than the national median of $80,734. The poverty rate stands at 15.4%. This is 23% higher than the state poverty rate of 12.6%. The unemployment rate is 7.0%. This is 44% higher than the state rate of 4.8%. The median home value is $269,800. Housing costs are 25% lower than the state median of $359,000. The home-value-to-income ratio is 4.4x. 48.3% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 29% lower than the state average of 67.6%.
Race & Ethnicity
The largest racial or ethnic group in Palm Springs is Hispanic or Latino, making up 62.1% of the population. White (non-Hispanic) residents account for 17.4%. The White (non-Hispanic) population (17.4%) is well below the state average of 50.4%. The Hispanic or Latino population is significantly higher than the state average (62.1% vs 27.4%).
Education
17.7% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 48% lower than the state rate of 34.2%. Nationally, 35.7% of adults hold at least a bachelor's degree. The high school graduation rate (or equivalent) is 74.3%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Palm Springs, Florida is sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau's American Community Survey (ACS) 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates. The ACS collects data from approximately 3.5 million households annually and pools five years of responses so that even small communities can be measured, though the margin of error widens as the population falls. Comparisons are made against Florida state averages and national averages calculated from the same dataset. Rankings reflect the city's position among all 955 Census-designated places in Florida. Read more about how these figures are produced on our methodology page, or visit data.census.gov for official data.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the population of Palm Springs, Florida?
Palm Springs, Florida has a population of 27,356 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Palm Springs, FL?
The median household income in Palm Springs is $61,739, which is 24% lower than the national median of $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Palm Springs, FL?
The poverty rate in Palm Springs is 15.4%. This means approximately 4,212 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Palm Springs, Florida?
Palm Springs's population is 17.4% White, 14.6% Black, 62.1% Hispanic/Latino, and 3.5% Asian.
What is the median home value in Palm Springs, FL?
The median home value in Palm Springs is $269,800. The home-value-to-income ratio is 4.4x.
How educated is Palm Springs, Florida?
17.7% of adults (25+) in Palm Springs hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 5.1% hold a graduate or professional degree.