Median Age
40 Years
Largest Age Group
50-59 Years
Approximately 14% of Residents
Under 20
25%
Over 65
15%
Royal Palm Beach, FL Area Guide
Avg Rent
$2,247
Population
36,421
Renter Mix
24% Rent
Popular village in the suburbs of Miami
Bustling
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Great Location
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Beach Town
Royal Palm Beach is a well-established village in Palm Beach County, roughly 15 miles west of downtown West Palm Beach, where suburban calm meets steady year-round sunshine. Incorporated in 1959 and grown into one of the county's more populous communities, it draws renters who want breathing room without sacrificing access to South Florida's broader job market, which stretches across the Boca Raton, West Palm Beach, and Wellington corridor.
The housing mix reflects the village's evolution from a planned residential community into a full-service municipality. Renters will find single-family rental homes, townhomes, and apartment communities ranging from garden-style buildings with screened lanais to more contemporary two-story layouts with resort-inspired amenities. The overall stock skews toward spacious floor plans with outdoor access, a nod to the low-density character the area has maintained for decades.
Palm Beach State College's main campus sits just a short drive away in Lake Worth, giving the area a connection to one of the region's most accessible higher-education institutions. Royal Palm Beach is governed as a village, which means local services and code standards tend to be closely managed. For renters prioritizing a quieter setting within reach of Palm Beach County's employment centers, cultural venues, and Atlantic coastline, this community delivers a grounded, practical base.
Popular Neighborhoods
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Organized and lush green spaces around the residential areas in Royal Palm Beach.
Aerial view from the top of Madison Green Golf Course in Royal Palm Beach.
Madison Green Country Club has a beautiful pool.
Beautiful fountains elevate the views in Royal Palm Beach.
There are two golf courses in Royal Palm Beach.
Royal Palm Beach Commons Park is a local gem.
Demographics
Median Household Income
$91,093
Average: $105,403
Education
10,755
Residents Have a Degree
Job Market
19,350
Workers Employed
Age Distribution
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Housing Distribution
Royal Palm Beach has more homeowners than renters.
Renters
24%
Non-Renters
76%
Education Distribution
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Bachelor's or Higher
24%
Other Education
76%
Rent Trends
As of July 2026, the average apartment rent in Royal Palm Beach, FL is $2,249 for one bedroom, $2,614 for two bedrooms, and $3,209 for three bedrooms. Apartment rent in Royal Palm Beach has increased by 5.0% in the past year.
Property Type
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Apartment
$2,249/month
803 Sq Ft
House
$4,703/month
2,037 Sq Ft
Condo
$2,130/month
1,018 Sq Ft
Townhome
$2,913/month
1,341 Sq Ft
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Getting Around
Explore how walkable, bikeable, drivable, and transit-friendly Royal Palm Beach, FL is for everyday living.
Fairly Walkable
Walkability
50
/ 100
Minimal Public Transit
Transit
10
/ 100
Very Drivable
Drivability
80
/ 100
Very Bikeable
Bikeability
80
/ 100
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Schools
Western Academy Charter School
Public
Grades K-8
784 Students
Cypress Trails Elementary School
Public
Grades PK-5
527 Students
H. L. Johnson Elementary School
Public
Grades PK-5
855 Students
Royal Palm Beach Elementary School
Public
Grades K-5
626 Students
The Learning Center at the ELS Center of Excellence
Public
Grades PK-8
173 Students
Western Academy Charter School
Public
Grades K-8
784 Students
Public
Grades 6-8
724 Students
Crestwood Community Middle School
Public
Grades 6-8
716 Students
The Learning Center at the ELS Center of Excellence
Public
Grades PK-8
173 Students
Public
Grades 9-12
2,259 Students
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Points of Interest
Shopping Centers
Parks and Recreation
- Okeeheelee Nature Center
- Pine Jog Environmental Education Center
- Mounts Botanical Garden
- Lion Country Safari
- Grassy Waters Preserve
Airports
- Palm Beach International
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Methodology
† Our analysis of utilities, groceries, transportation, healthcare, home prices, and other goods and services is sourced from the Cost of Living Index, a respected benchmark published by the Council for Community and Economic Research (C2ER) that provides a thorough overview of living expenses across different regions.
Rent data is provided by CoStar Group’s Market Trend reports. As the industry leader in commercial real estate information, analytics, and news, CoStar conducts extensive research to produce and maintain a comprehensive database of commercial real estate information. We combine this data with public record to provide the most up-to-date rental information available.
Consumer goods, services, and home prices are sourced from the Cost of Living Index published by the Council for Community and Economic Research (C2ER). The data on this page is updated quarterly. It was last published in June 2026.
Demographic information comes from Neustar and combines detailed address data with U.S. Census and American Community Survey statistics to produce reliable local estimates.