Living In Palm Coast
Palm Coast provides an exceptional quality of life for its residents.
The city's coastal setting along the intracoastal warterway offers numerous opportunities to enjoy outdoor recreation, family-friendly community events, and cultural attractions. Compared to other coastal areas in Florida, Palm Coast is cost competitive for housing, utilities, and everyday expenses.
LIFESTYLE
Incorporated in 1999, Palm Coast is one of Florida’s newest cities and a tribute to disciplined urban planning and managed growth.
The city is situated on 70 miles of saltwater and freshwater Canals and the Intracoastal Waterway, and is just minutes from the pristine Atlantic Ocean beaches. The city is a paradise for nature lovers, offering a dozen beautiful parks, more than 139 miles of connecting trails and paths, and numerous opportunities for fishing, boating and other outdoor recreation.
ARTS & CULTURE
Residents and visitors to Palm Coast can enjoy strolling through the city’s 12 beautiful parks and miles of walking and biking trails.
The city is situated on 70 miles of saltwater and freshwater Canals and the Intracoastal Waterway, and is just minutes from the pristine Atlantic Ocean beaches. The city is a paradise for nature lovers, offering a dozen beautiful parks, more than 139 miles of connecting trails and paths, and numerous opportunities for fishing, boating and other outdoor recreation.
OUTDOOR RECREATION
Palm Coast offers residents a broad range of communities to fit all budgets and lifestyle goals, from waterfront gated communities to competitively priced single family homes.
The city is situated on 70 miles of saltwater and freshwater Canals and the Intracoastal Waterway, and is just minutes from the pristine Atlantic Ocean beaches. The city is a paradise for nature lovers, offering a dozen beautiful parks, more than 139 miles of connecting trails and paths, and numerous opportunities for fishing, boating and other outdoor recreation.
COMMUNITIES
Palm Coast offers residents a broad range of communities to fit all budgets and lifestyle goals, from waterfront gated communities to competitively priced single family homes.
In fact, the city’s combination of natural beauty and affordable prices spurred Travel + Leisure to call Palm Coast “the best-kept secret in Northeast Florida and one of the state’s last hidden real estate gems.”
Newcomers to Palm Coast will find a variety of additional communities throughout Flagler County, including the oceanfront community of Flagler Beach, the peaceful suburban community of Bunnell, and The Hammock’s luxury condos and gated oceanfront golf communities.
COST OF LIVING
Living in Palm Coast is surprisingly cost competitive to both state and national averages.
Our cost of living is 14% lower than the Florida average and 13% lower than the U.S. average. Housing is 29% lower than the U.S average, and grocery costs are around 12% less than in the rest of the country. Healthcare services cost 7% less in Palm Coast compared to the U.S. average. At the same time, discretionary expenses such as entertainment are 12% lower.
EAT, DRINK + SHOP
Opportunities to eat, drink and shop abound in Palm Coast. The city’s restaurants provide an amazing diversity of options, with everything from authentic Portuguese cuisine to pan-Asian street food and kid-friendly taco shops.
Palm Coast’s European Village is an especially popular destination for those seeking out a walkable shopping, dining, and entertainment experience. The iconic development features colorful European-inspired architecture and is home to seven restaurants, six bars, and a variety of salons and boutique shops.
EDUCATION
Palm Coast, Florida, offers a range of K-12 educational options through public, charter, and private schools.
Higher education opportunities are available through nearby colleges and universities. The region also provides options for continuing education and lifelong learning, ensuring that individuals of all ages have access to educational resources and programs to support their personal and professional development.
HEALTHCARE
A wide range of healthcare options are available in Palm Coast, including hospitals, medical centers, clinics, urgent care centers, specialty care clinics, rehabilitation centers, senior care facilities, and home healthcare services.
Palm Coast is home to AdventHealth Palm Coast, a full-service hospital that offers a comprehensive range of medical services. The hospital’s services include advanced diagnostic capabilities, emergency care, surgical services, and specialized treatment centers. In August 2023, AdventHealth opened its second hospital in Palm Coast, adding 100 private care bed, investing over $160 million and creating nearly 700 new jobs.