Livability Score

71
/100
i The AreaVibes Livability Score evaluates 9 different categories and creates an overall score out of 100. The higher the score, the better the area.

amenities F

There are not many amenities close to this location.
Coffee (2) F
Hookah Cafe
Coffee Shop
Island Root Kava Bar
Coffee Shop
The Sun Shoppe
Coffee Shop
Starbucks
Coffee Shop
Entertainment (1) F
Paddle Boats
Attraction
Andretti Thrill Park
Theme Park
Drop and Spin Tower
Attraction
360 Spin
Attraction
Old Town Hall History Museum
Museum
Shore Lanes
Bowling Alley
Panthereum
Theatre Arts
The Henegar Center
Theatre Arts
Liberty Bell Memorial Museum
Museum
Food and Drink (47) F
Wendy's
Fast Food
McDonald's
Fast Food
Charleys Philly Steaks
Fast Food
Dunkin'
Fast Food
KFC
Fast Food
Burger King
Fast Food
Papa John's
Fast Food
Checkers
Fast Food
El Super Mofongo Resbaloso
Fast Food
WingStreet
Fast Food
Subway
Fast Food
The Broken Barrel Travern
Bar
Domino's
Fast Food
Maggie's Pub
Bar
ABC Fine Wine and Spirits
Alcohol
Marco's Pizza
Fast Food
Jersey Mike's Subs
Fast Food
Hardee's
Fast Food
Burberries
Sweets
Dunkin'
Fast Food
Taco Bell
Fast Food
Dunkin' Donuts
Fast Food
Oceanside Liquor
Alcohol
City Limits
Bar
Iron Oak Post
Bar
Fitness (10) F
Anytime Fitness
Gym
Malabar Fitness Park
Gym
24/7 Workout Anytime
Gym
Joseph N. Davis Community Center
Community Centre
Mel-O-Yoga
Gym
Studio 321 Fitness & Dance
Gym
CrossFit
Gym
Holiday Park Community Center
Community Centre
Groceries (11) F
Bravo
Grocery Store
Thrifty Produce
Grocery Store
Publix
Grocery Store
Winn-Dixie
Grocery Store
Walmart Neighborhood Market
Grocery Store
David Kita Produce
Grocery Store
Jacqueline's Bakery and Cafe
Bakery
David Kita Produce
Grocery Store
Publix
Grocery Store
Walmart Supercenter
Grocery Store
ALDI
Grocery Store
Publix
Grocery Store
Parks (46) A+
Pollack Park
Park
Knecht Park
Park
Playground at Knecht Park
Playground
Goode Park
Park
Castaway Point Park
Park
Veterans Memorial Park
Park
Joe Mullins Park
Park
Joe Mullins Park
Park
Lipscomb Community Center & Lipscomb Pool
Park
Malabar Park
Park
Playground at Malabar Park
Playground
Sand Hill Trail Head
Park
Flutie Conservation Area
Park
Spessard Holland South Beach Park
Park
Spessard Holland North Beach Park
Park
Riverview Park
Park
Ryckman Park
Park
Thomas M. Eschenburg Memorial Park
Park
Arc Park
Park
Ocean Park
Park
Grapefruit Bike Trails
Park
Promenade Park
Park
Holmes Park
Park
Bean Park
Park
Claude Edge Front Street Park
Park
Shops (85) D-
Gentlemen's Barbershop
Hairdresser
Performance PC's, Inc
Electronics
Dollar General
Discount Store
Dollar General
Discount Store
Circle K
Convenience Store
7-Eleven
Convenience Store
Sunshine Food Mart
Convenience Store
Smove Cuts
Hairdresser
Dollar General
Discount Store
Trident Pets
Pets
Palm Bay Florist
Florist
Dollar Tree
Discount Store
BP Shop
Convenience Store
ProBuild
Home Improvement
Circle K
Convenience Store
Barbershop
Hairdresser
Marathon
Convenience Store
Space Coast Eye Care
Optician
Sunoco Mart
Convenience Store
Metro by T-Mobile
Electronics
Hair 'Say
Hairdresser
7-Eleven
Convenience Store
Bealls Outlet
Department Store
Speedway
Convenience Store
Broom's Florist
Florist
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commute C+

Of all people who commute, 0.3% take public transportation in Palm Bay.
Public Transit Stops (116)
Stops & Stations
B+
Dixie Highway/ Palm Bay Road
Bus Stop
Palm Bay Rd/ Troutman Blvd (SW Corner)
Bus Stop
Dixie Highway/ Indian River Dr
Bus Stop
Robert J. Conlan Boulevard / South Kirby Avenue
Bus Stop
Port Malabar Blvd West Of Bianca 2
Bus Stop
Lipscomb Street @ Post Office
Bus Stop
Port Malabar Blvd/ Dixie Highway
Bus Stop
Port Malabar @ Veterans Park
Bus Stop
Port Malabar Blvd/ Daytona Dr (NE Corner)
Bus Stop
Port Malabar Boulevard / Clearmont Street
Bus Stop
Ne Port Malabar Blvd/ Sadnet Cir (NW Corner)
Bus Stop
Lipscomb St/ Huckelberry La (SW Corner)
Bus Stop
Ne Port Malabar Blvd/ Cayuga Ave (NE Corner)
Bus Stop
Lipscomb Street Across From Pacific Avenue Northeast
Bus Stop
Northeast Port Malabar Boulevard / Chello Avenue
Bus Stop
Lipscomb St/ Poplar Ln (SW Corner)
Bus Stop
South Babcock Street @ Las Palmas Shopping Center
Bus Stop
S Babcock St/ Sunlake Rd (SE Corner)
Bus Stop
S Babcock St/ Palm Place Dr (SE Corner)
Bus Stop
S Babcock St/ Lake In The Woods Dr (NW Corner)
Bus Stop
Lipscomb St/ Juanita Cir (SW Corner)
Bus Stop
Ne Port Malabar Blvd/Markey Cir (NW Corner)
Bus Stop
Ne S Babcock St/ Pirate Ln (SE Corner)
Bus Stop
Ne Palm Bay Rd @ Applebees
Bus Stop
S Babcock St/ Port Malabar Blvd (NE Corner)
Bus Stop
Workers Taking Public Transit
0.3%
F
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cost of living A+

The cost of living in Palm Bay is 98/100 - which is 1% higher than Florida.
Cost of Living
Goods & Services, Housing, etc.
B
Tax Rates
Income & Sales Tax
A+
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crime D+

Palm Bay crime rates are 2,717 per 100k, which is 49% higher than Florida
Property Crime
2,331 crimes per 100k
D
Violent Crime
386 crimes per 100k
D+
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employment D+

The median income in Palm Bay is $52,435 - which is 7% higher than Florida.
Med. Household Income
$52,435
D-
Unemployment Rate
3.6%
C
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health D-

There are not many hospitals, police and fire stations,
Health & Safety (26)
Dentist, Doctor, Hospital, etc.
F
Acquaviva's Pharmacy
Pharmacy
CVS Pharmacy
Pharmacy
Melbourne Police Department
Police
Walgreens
Pharmacy
Malabar Volunteer Fire Department Station 99
Fire Station
Malabar Sub-Station
Police
Health First AdventHealth CentraCare
Clinic
South Beach Fire / Rescue Station 64
Fire Station
Melbourne Fire Department Station 5
Fire Station
Melbourne Fire Department Station 5
Fire Station
Palm Bay Hospital
Hospital
Melbourne Beach Police Department
Police
Brevard Health Alliance
Doctor
Melbourne Beach Volunteer Fire Department Station 58
Fire Station
Walgreens
Pharmacy
Station No. 78
Fire Station
Magic Dental
Dentist
Cancer Care Centers of Brevard
Clinic
Dr. Joven Garcia
Doctor
Palm Bay Urgent Care
Doctor
Walgreens
Pharmacy
Aldino Cellini MD FACC PA
Doctor
Dental Care of West Melbourne
Dentist
CVS Pharmacy
Pharmacy
Cancer Care Centers of Brevard
Clinic
Air Quality
Median Air Quality
A+
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housing A+

Palm Bay home prices are $172,200 - which is 3% higher than Florida
Home Price
$172,200
C+
Home Appreciation Rate
36%
A+
Home Affordability
3.3x (home price to income ratio)
B
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schools C-

The Palm Bay graduation rate is 84% - which is 1% higher than Florida
School Test Scores
53%
D-
High School Grad. Rates
84%
C
Elementary Schools (24) F
Palm Bay Elementary School
Puzzle Box Academy
Palm Bay Academy Charter School
Riverdale Country Day School
Palm Bay High Adult Education
Bright Horizons Academy
Gemini Elementary School
Peculiar Priesthood Academy
St Joseph Catholic School
Shiloh Christian Academy
Port Malabar Elementary School
University Park Elementary School
Space Coast Early Intervention Center
Easter Seals Florida Inc.
Riviera Elementary School
Our Lady Of Lourdes School
Palm Bay Sda School
Holy Trinity Episcopal Academy
Imagine Schools At West Melbourne
High Schools (5) F
Riverdale Country Day School
Palm Bay Magnet Senior High School
Peculiar Priesthood Academy
Melbourne Central Catholic High School
Shiloh Christian Academy
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ratings C-

Palm Bay has an overall rating of 61% from 38 reviews.
User Reviews (5)
From AreaVibes
D-
User Surveys (33)
From AreaVibes
A
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Crime stats are definitely higher 2 rating By Anonymous ( Dec 07, 2019) Palm Bay has great shopping, affordable housing, great parks, bad roads that the city wont fix, middle class community, dangerous drivers, ill conceived roads (palm bay rd and minton), great customer service, police are aggressive to normal people, the city has started to beautif ...Read More y the area. Mostly this is a decent city for middle class people, but the crime stats are off. We have had at least 1 incident per year living here, and the police dissuade you from filing a report telling you nothing will come about from the report. We were followed home from the grocery store to be robbed, people looking in our house with flashlights, people trying our front doors and we got attacked by a group of people with a knife and gun. Oh and multiple lawn ornaments stolen. I'm sure there's more. Oh but the schools are excellent, especially if your kid does sports or is in the college track. Read Less
Great Slow pace 4 rating By HerbertB ( Nov 10, 2017) I live in Palm bay http://www.drhorton.com/Florida/East-Florida/Palm-Bay and I really love it, my mother wanted to retire in Melbourne and when she moved there I decided that I wanted to be closer so my family and I moved to Palm Bay and it's a great place to be, I am not in need ...Read More of a crazy nightlife or lots of entertainment, so it has been perfect for us. Read Less
Awesome 0 rating By Paultammy ( Nov 20, 2016) We have lived in Palm Bay for 5 years an hour away from Disney, 15 minutes to over 20 miles of beach, housing is very affordable , restaurants awesome lots of outdoor events. Palmbay is a place you live nice and quiet afford and centrally located to everything . You don't live at ...Read More a resort and deal with traffic and vacationers, you go to them. We love palmbay and all that have visited us agree Read Less
Living in Palm Bay 2.5 rating By Genn ( Jul 13, 2015) Palm Bay is not a bad place to live its just not a great place to live. We have been here in south east PB for 13 yrs now and enjoy the convenience to state road 95 which is important because it will take you to other places that have things to do.
Palm Bay is mostly a "bedro
...Read More om community" a place where people come to live but go to work and play outside the city.
It does have many stores for easy to get to shopping but no downtown area like Melbourne Fl, its neighboring city has.
Most crime isn't violent, much is vandalism. If I could do it over, I would have chosen Melbourne over PB but thats just me, the cost of housing is much cheaper in PB right now.
All in all you could do worse but as far as resale value, its a tough place to sell a home Read Less
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Awesome 0 rating By Paultammy ( Nov 20, 2016) We have lived in Palm Bay for 5 years an hour away from Disney, 15 minutes to over 20 miles of beach, housing is very affordable , restaurants awesome lots of outdoor events. Palmbay is a place you live nice and quiet afford and centrally located to everything . You don't live at ...Read More a resort and deal with traffic and vacationers, you go to them. We love palmbay and all that have visited us agree Read Less
Living in Palm Bay 2.5 rating By Genn ( Jul 13, 2015) Palm Bay is not a bad place to live its just not a great place to live. We have been here in south east PB for 13 yrs now and enjoy the convenience to state road 95 which is important because it will take you to other places that have things to do.
Palm Bay is mostly a "bedro
...Read More om community" a place where people come to live but go to work and play outside the city.
It does have many stores for easy to get to shopping but no downtown area like Melbourne Fl, its neighboring city has.
Most crime isn't violent, much is vandalism. If I could do it over, I would have chosen Melbourne over PB but thats just me, the cost of housing is much cheaper in PB right now.
All in all you could do worse but as far as resale value, its a tough place to sell a home Read Less
Palm Bay, FL - Truly Romantic 4.5 rating By Anonymous ( Jul 27, 2010) Palm Bay, Florida, is located on Florida's east central coast, half way between Jacksonville and Miamia. One wonderful place to go in Palm Bay is Turkey Creek Sanctuary. The "tree house section" has big oaks and orchids hanging down and a river that winds around this section with ...Read More white sand bluffs about 40 feet high around the river. It is a great place to go if you want to feel far away from the city, without actually having to travel far away from the city. Although, keep in mind, that Turkey Creek hasn't completely recovered from the hurricane damage of a couple years ago.

One negative thing about Palm Bay, Florida, is that most places, including Turkey Creek Sanctuary does not allow pets. This means that you can not walk your dog through the park or sanctuary. If you are a dog lover, this is a draw back.

While in Palm Bay, Paisano's Italian Restaurant, is a must stop. It has great authentic Italian food, the service is good, and it has a beautiful view of the Indian river. The river is lovely, especially at night. This, as well as many others, provide a truly romantic setting in Palm Bay, Florida. Read Less

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      Palm Bay, FL

      Palm Bay is a hidden gem in Brevard County in Central Florida, between Jacksonville and Miami. It runs on a four-mile stretch along the Indian River Lagoon on the Atlantic coast. It's rich in natural resources and a dream for adventurers who enjoy the outdoors. The Gulf coast beaches and unparalleled sunsets are among the nation's most popular, and tourists from all over the world come to visit these Gulf coast sugar-sand beaches and glistening azure waters. It also offers beautiful outdoor waterfront vistas of the coast, a unique shopping experience, charming restaurants, and the pumping clubs of South Beach with Latin influences.

      Palm Bay emerges at Turkey Creek on the opening of the Indian River and streams into the Atlantic Ocean. It’s known for its numerous and various sporting themes from paintball and cyclocross, to kayaking, canoeing, and surfing, in the sparkling waters of the Turkey Creek Sanctuary. The Turkey Creek Sanctuary, with a 4,000-foot boardwalk, is a natural reserve covered with sand pines, saw palmettos, oaks, and beautiful foliage, which is part of the Environmentally Endangered Lands program.

      July and August temperatures are warm, with average temperatures running at a high of 81°F and a low of 60°F. And because of the beautiful year-round weather, outdoor enthusiasts enjoy the countless activities that include golfing on over 1,000 golf courses, cycling, hiking, boating, fishing, horse-back riding, and so much more. There are also gorgeous hiking trails with an abundance of unique flora and fauna that are only available in this area of the U.S.

      Florida is also known as a famous spring break destination. Whether you’re a thrill-seeker or just want to unwind, Palm Bay is full of adventure, leisure, and spectacular nightlife. It’s also a short distance away from Walt Disney World, Universal, Kennedy Space Center, and Busch Gardens. So if you have a family, you will find a lot of action and things to do for all ages.

      Palm Bay is also a fabulous suburban place to raise a family, with a population of over 100,000 and a cost of living that is lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate and crime rate is also very low, and the average commute is less than 30 minutes. Most people drive to work while the rest carpool. Less than 5% take the bus, light rail, or subway. And very few bike or walk to work.

      Palm Bay is the place to be if you’re looking for excitement or peaceful, more laid-back living. But you’ll have the pleasure of the breathtaking views of the ocean and magnificent sunsets every day, on beaches that can be appreciated year-round.

      F Amenities

      Are there many local amenities in Palm Bay? Well, there are not many amenities close to this location.

      Parks

      Pollack Park
      Knecht Park
      Playground at Knecht Park
      Goode Park
      Castaway Point Park
      Veterans Memorial Park
      Joe Mullins Park
      Joe Mullins Park

      Entertainment

      Paddle Boats
      Andretti Thrill Park
      Drop and Spin Tower
      360 Spin
      Old Town Hall History Museum
      Shore Lanes
      Panthereum
      The Henegar Center

      Food & Drink

      Wendy's
      McDonald's
      Charleys Philly Steaks
      Dunkin'
      KFC
      Burger King
      Papa John's
      Checkers

      A+ Commute

      Is public transit available in Palm Bay? Of all people who commute, 0.3% take public transportation in Palm Bay.
      Drive to Work
      84%

      8% higher than the US average

      Take Public Transit
      0%

      5% lower than the US average

      Walk to Work
      0%

      2% lower than the US average

      C+ Health & Safety

      Is Palm Bay a healthy and safe place to live? Yes, there are some hospitals, police and fire stations.

      Hospitals

      Palm Bay Hospital

      Pharmacies

      Walgreens
      Walgreens
      Walmart Pharmacy
      CVS Pharmacy
      Walgreens
      Walgreens
      Acquaviva's Pharmacy
      CVS Pharmacy

      Doctors

      Dr. Joven Garcia
      Medical Associates of Brevard
      Palm Bay Urgent Care
      Nemours Children's Primary Care
      Connect Health Primary Care Center