Moving to Palm Beach: Your Complete Relocation & City Guide
The island town of Palm Beach is home to legendary resorts, exquisite mansions and historic landmarks, including Henry Flagler’s former residence, now the Flagler Museum. Stately palms line Worth Avenue, a globally recognized shopping destination. Home to roughly 9,000 residents, Palm Beach is known for its upscale lifestyle, oceanfront setting and pleasant year-round weather. At Good Greek Moving & Storage, we take the stress off your shoulders with full-service packing, transport and storage. Here’s what you need to know about moving to Palm Beach.
Palm Beach Movers: Key Takeaways
- People move to Palm Beach for its oceanfront setting, historic Gilded Age architecture, and upscale, walkable town core anchored by Worth Avenue.
- Palm Beach has a population of about 9,245 (2020 census), with a suburban, small and affluent residential island town feel.
- The median home price is in the millions — roughly $2.3M+ in 2026, reflecting the island’s ultra-luxury market, median rent is about $10,500/month in 2026 (heavily skewed by the luxury market; nearby West Palm Beach averages closer to $2,250), median household income is about $124,562 (2020 census; recent estimates near $168,000).
- Good Greek offers full-service Palm Beach moving, packing, storage and relocation services — call (866) 691-4317.
Why move to Palm Beach?
People move to Palm Beach for its oceanfront setting, historic Gilded Age architecture, and upscale, walkable town core anchored by Worth Avenue. Florida levies no state income tax, which draws affluent residents and retirees to the town. The island offers a quiet, low-density residential lifestyle with beaches, private clubs and cultural landmarks.
Palm Beach by the numbers (2026)
- Population: about 9,245 (2020 census)
- Median household income: about $124,562 (2020 census; recent estimates near $168,000)
- Median home price: in the millions — roughly $2.3M+ in 2026, reflecting the island’s ultra-luxury market
- Median rent: about $10,500/month in 2026 (heavily skewed by the luxury market; nearby West Palm Beach averages closer to $2,250)
- Area feel: Suburban, small and affluent residential island town
Palm Beach neighborhoods and nearby cities
Palm Beach includes neighborhoods and areas such as North End, Midtown, Estate Section, South End condos. Nearby, you’ll find West Palm Beach, Lake Worth Beach, Palm Beach Shores, Riviera Beach, Lantana — all within easy reach.
Schools and families in Palm Beach
The town is part of the School District of Palm Beach County; Palm Beach Public School serves island students in kindergarten through fifth grade, with older students attending public and private schools in nearby West Palm Beach.
Things to do in Palm Beach
From the outdoors to culture and dining, Palm Beach offers plenty to explore:
- Worth Avenue luxury shopping district
- Henry Morrison Flagler Museum (Whitehall)
- The Breakers resort
- The Society of the Four Arts
- Palm Beach Lake Trail
Setting up your new Palm Beach home
Before move-in day, line up your essentials so everything’s ready when you arrive:
- Electric: Florida Power & Light (FPL)
- Water: City of West Palm Beach (water and sewer serving the island)
- Internet: Xfinity/Comcast and AT&T
Handling utilities and a change of address a few weeks ahead keeps move week calm.
Trusted Palm Beach home and business moving services
At Good Greek Moving & Storage, we deliver a full-service moving experience covering planning, packing, transportation, storage and more. Whether you’re moving across Palm Beach, making a long-distance move, or relocating a business with our commercial movers, our background-checked crews handle it with care. As the 2024 ATA Mover of the Year and an A+ BBB-rated company, we make your Palm Beach move the Best Move Ever. To discuss a relocation to or from Palm Beach, contact our team today. Call (866) 691-4317 or request a free moving quote.
Moving to Palm Beach: Frequently asked questions
What is the population of Palm Beach?
Palm Beach has a population of about 9,245 (2020 census).
Is Palm Beach a good place to live?
People move to Palm Beach for its oceanfront setting, historic Gilded Age architecture, and upscale, walkable town core anchored by Worth Avenue. Florida levies no state income tax, which draws affluent residents and retirees to the town.
How much does it cost to live in Palm Beach?
As of 2026, the median home price is in the millions — roughly $2.3M+ in 2026, reflecting the island’s ultra-luxury market, median rent is about $10,500/month in 2026 (heavily skewed by the luxury market; nearby West Palm Beach averages closer to $2,250), median household income is about $124,562 (2020 census; recent estimates near $168,000).
What cities are near Palm Beach?
Nearby cities include West Palm Beach, Lake Worth Beach, Palm Beach Shores, Riviera Beach, Lantana.
Does Good Greek offer Palm Beach moving services?
Yes — Good Greek provides full-service local and long-distance moving in Palm Beach, including packing, storage, junk removal and auto transport. Call (866) 691-4317 or request a free quote.
