West Palm Beach

West Palm Beach is a city in Central, Palm Beach County, Florida.

• Population estimate: 127,189 (U.S. Census Bureau QuickFacts / ACS 5-Year Estimates)
• Owner-occupied housing rate: 50.5% (U.S. Census Bureau QuickFacts / ACS 5-Year Estimates)
• Median owner-occupied home value: $414,200 (U.S. Census Bureau QuickFacts / ACS 5-Year Estimates)
• Municipal tax millage rate: 8.1308 (Palm Beach County Property Appraiser — TRIM millage rate table)

• People drawn to an urban, walkable downtown with restaurants and nightlife
• Young professionals who want to be close to arts, culture, and waterfront activity

• Denser and more urban than most of the other communities in this set
• Housing costs and character vary significantly by specific downtown-area neighborhood

Estimated price range: $290,000 – $559,000

Estimated from limited source data — verify current pricing directly.

Moderate

Not yet assessed

Not yet assessed — HOA and gated-community presence varies significantly by specific neighborhood within West Palm Beach.

Municipal tax millage rate: 8.1308 (2025 final operating rate; plus 0.0580 voted debt service) — this is the city's operating rate only; county and school district millage are separate and add to your total tax bill.

Housing costs, property taxes, and insurance all vary by specific property. Verify current figures with the relevant taxing authority and insurance providers before making decisions.

As with any Palm Beach County community, school assignment, flood zone, and HOA rules can vary by exact address — confirm details for any specific property you're considering.