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Learn More About Care Homes in Palm Bay, FL

Welcome to sunny Palm Bay, Florida! One of the largest cities in central Florida, Palm Bay is nicknamed the “Bass Capital of the World” due to the superb fishing in the region.

In Palm Bay, residential care homes — sometimes called care homes, board and care homes, group homes, or personal care homes — are often houses in residential neighborhoods that are adapted, equipped, and staffed to care for a small number of residents, usually 10 or less. Similar to assisted living but in a smaller, more residential setting, these homes provide supervision, organized events, and assistance with activities of daily living (ADLs). This means care homes can help with everyday routines but typically do not provide 24-hour skilled nursing assistance.

Cost of Care Homes in Palm Bay, FL

The median monthly cost of a room in a care home in 2019 was about $2,800 in Palm Bay, $3,600 in the greater metropolitan area, and $2,800 in the state of Florida. However, the cost of living in a care home depends largely on location. Since the homes are private residences, costs are tied to real estate value and therefore may vary greatly.

Learn More About Palm Bay, FL

Cost of Living

The total household expenses associated with living in Palm Bay are rated 8 points below the national average. Grocery and other essential costs are also rated below the average.

Index Scores

All index scores are based on a scale that has the national average set at 100. A score of 200 indicates that the cost is twice as expensive as the national average, while a score of 50 indicates that the cost is half as expensive.

Household Expenses	Health Care	Insurance	Entertainment	Groceries	Clothing
92	91	88	90	92	90

Income and Housing

Median Income Age 45-64	Median Income Age 65+	Median Household Income	Average Individual Income	Median Employee Salary	Average Property Tax	One-bedroom Apartment Gross Rent Estimate
$51,910 per year	$34,099 per year	$44,162 per year	$21,030 per year	$38,486 per year	$1,683 per year	$697 per month

Local Hospitals

The top hospitals that service Palm Bay include:

Palm Bay Hospital

• Facility type: nonprofit, short-term acute care
• Bed count: 120+
• Specialties: emergency care, intensive care unit, diagnostic imaging

Weather and Climate

Palm Bay’s climate is classified as humid subtropical, which describes a temperate climate with hot summers and no distinct dry season. The average humidity level is 75%, and humidity levels are often highest during August at about 78%.

Seasonal Temperatures

January Average	January Maximum	January Minimum
61°F	72°F	50°F

July Average	July Maximum	July Minimum
81°F	91°F	72°F

Air Quality

• Relative Air Quality Index: 130

This index is based on a scale that has the national average set at 100. A score of 200 indicates twice the presence of air pollutants than the national average, while a score of 50 indicates half the presence.

Precipitation

• Average annual precipitation: 48.3″

Demographics and Values

Population Statistics

Median Age	Percent of Population Over 65	Population	Population Density	Average Household Size
40.9	18.5%	114,606	1,743.7 per square mile	2.6

Race & Ethnicity

American Indian or Alaskan Native	Asian	Black	Hispanic or Latino	Native Hawaiian or Pacific Islander	Two or More Races	White (not Hispanic or Latino)
0.7%	1.6%	17.7%	17.1%	<0.1%	4.1%	60.7%

These figures were taken from the most recent U.S. Census.

LGBTQ+ Inclusivity

These scores were taken from the Human Rights Campaign’s Municipal Equality Index.

• Non-discrimination laws in Orlando: 30/30
• Overall inclusivity: 100/100

2020 Presidential Election Results for Brevard County

Democratic	Republican	Other
41.2%	57.6%	1.2%

Arts, Culture, Entertainment, and Recreation

Palm Bay is a mid-sized city located on the eastern coast of central Florida that is known for its excellent fishing, earning the city the nickname “Bass Capital of the World.” Those who enjoy outdoor recreation will have lots to do in Palm Bay, as there are a number of parks and nature preserves within a small radius. Popular spots for outdoor activities include Turkey Creek Sanctuary, Archie Carr National Wildlife Refuge, and the Melbourne Beach Pier.

Transportation

Public transportation in Palm Bay is provided by Space Coast Area Transit which operates a number of fixed bus routes in and around the city. Reduced fares are offered to seniors 60 years of age and above.