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Palm Springs, Florida Demographics & Population 2026

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%.

Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes

Palm Springs Quick Facts

Population 27,356
Median Household Income $61,739
Median Home Value $269,800
Poverty Rate 15.4%
Unemployment Rate 7.0%
Median Age 37.2 years
Homeownership Rate 48.3%
Affordability Ratio 4.4x
Bachelor's Degree or Higher 17.7%
High School Graduation Rate 74.3%
Diversity Index 56/100
Population 27,356 159th of 955
Median Income $61,739 below average
Poverty Rate 15.4% 24% higher than national
Median Home Value $269,800 below average

How Palm Springs Changed

Change from the 2019–2023 ACS period to 2020–2024. These are rolling five-year estimates, not year-over-year measurements.

Metric2019–20232020–2024Change
Population26,87127,356+1.8%
Median household income$59,602$61,739+3.6%
Median home value$234,500$269,800+15.1%

How Palm Springs Compares

Economy & Housing

Household Income Distribution

Under $25K 18.4%
$25K-$50K 22.1%
$50K-$100K 30.0%
$100K+ 29.5%
Detailed income brackets
Under $10K
4.5%
$10K-$15K
4.9%
$15K-$20K
4.0%
$20K-$25K
5.0%
$25K-$30K
3.4%
$30K-$35K
3.2%
$35K-$40K
4.4%
$40K-$45K
7.1%
$45K-$50K
4.0%
$50K-$60K
6.8%
$60K-$75K
9.6%
$75K-$100K
13.6%
$100K-$125K
14.8%
$125K-$150K
4.6%
$150K-$200K
6.0%
$200K+
4.1%

Employment

7.0% Unemployment Rate State: 4.8%|National: 5.2%
70.4% Labor Force Participation

Housing Overview

Owner 48.3%
Renter 51.7%
Affordability Index Moderate
4.4x home value to income ratio
Median gross rent $1,669/mo 32.4% of median household income annually

People & Demographics

Diversity Index

56out of 100
High Diversity

A diverse community with significant representation from multiple racial and ethnic groups.

State average: 65 | National average: 61

Education

Palm Springs Rankings in Florida

#159 Population of 955
#612 Median Income of 911
#694 Education of 955
#597 Home Value of 901

Other Cities in Palm Beach County

CityPopulationMedian IncomePovertyHome 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.

CityPopulationMedian IncomeHome ValueBachelor's+Poverty
Silver Springs Shores28,537$63,611$201,30016.4%14.2%
Temple Terrace27,275$69,252$334,80044.5%9.0%
Crestview28,773$65,480$277,90022.6%11.2%
Wright27,927$70,195$306,10028.3%16.7%
Palm River-Clair Mel27,844$71,787$271,70025.0%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.