Place and population
Palm Coast is a planned city organized into named residential sections, many identified by the first letter of street names. Canals, golf communities, parks, trails, Town Center, older subdivisions, and active new construction create a broad range of local settings.
The 2020 Census counted 89,258 Palm Coast residents. The city now estimates its population at nearly 115,000, reflecting sustained growth since the decennial count. Read the City of Palm Coast profile, or view palm coast on google maps.
How the area developed
Palm Coast began as a large planned development by ITT in the late 1960s and 1970s. Residents voted to incorporate in 1999, making the city relatively young even though nearby Flagler County history reaches back centuries. Continue with Palm Coast Historical Society and the Wikipedia place overview.
What daily life looks like
Shopping and services are spread among Palm Coast Town Center, Island Walk, and neighborhood corridors rather than concentrated in one old downtown. More than a network of roads, the city is also connected by trails, parks, canals, community events, and quick access to the coast. Start with the City of Palm Coast for current local information.
