Palm Bay-Melbourne-Titusville, FL Metro Area

Palm Bay-Melbourne-Titusville, FL · Metro Area

632,780Population

A metropolitan statistical area of 1 county. The counties are tied together by commuting: people live in one and work in another.

Median household income: $78,476
Median home value: $339,600
Land area: 1,015 sq mi

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Counties in this metro area

Central counties hold the urban core; outlying counties are linked to it by commuting.

County	Role	Population	Median income	Median home value
Brevard County, FL	Central	632,780	$78,476	$339,600

Largest cities and towns

27 places in our city pages lie in this area; the 25 largest are shown.

Place	Type	Population	Median income
Palm Bay, FL	City	130,132	$72,614
Melbourne, FL	City	86,576	$66,991
Titusville, FL	City	49,385	$66,192
Merritt Island, FL	CDP	34,992	$94,012
Rockledge, FL	City	29,133	$84,255
West Melbourne, FL	City	28,795	$92,986
Port St. John, FL	CDP	25,120	$87,736
Cocoa, FL	City	19,554	$63,105
Viera West, FL	CDP	17,984	$109,170
Viera East, FL	CDP	12,570	$92,467
Cocoa Beach, FL	City	11,377	$87,990
Satellite Beach, FL	City	11,313	$119,134
Cape Canaveral, FL	City	10,006	$67,276
Indian Harbour Beach, FL	City	9,025	$97,254
Micco, FL	CDP	8,896	$45,794
Mims, FL	CDP	7,610	$59,005
South Patrick Shores, FL	CDP	7,030	$85,660
Cocoa West, FL	CDP	5,923	$34,126
Grant-Valkaria, FL	Town	4,921	$119,583
June Park, FL	CDP	4,255	$88,243
Melbourne Beach, FL	Town	3,250	$102,857
Malabar, FL	Town	3,066	$128,698
Indialantic, FL	Town	3,065	$104,184
Sharpes, FL	CDP	2,840	$69,531
Patrick AFB, FL	CDP	1,644	$76,250

Demographic Rates

Poverty Rate

10.2%

Unemployment

4.8%

College Educated

34.2%

Source: U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 5-Year Estimates (2020–2024) • Table S1701, S2301, S1501

Race & Ethnicity

Source: U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 5-Year Estimates (2020–2024) • Table B02001, B03003

Income Profile

Median Household Income

$78,476

Mean Household Income

$105,193

Income Distribution

Source: U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 5-Year Estimates (2020–2024) • Table S1901, S1902, S1903, B19013, B19113

Sex Distribution

Male

49.3%

Female

50.7%

Population Split

Male49.3%

Female50.7%

The sex distribution of a population provides insight into the demographic balance of a community. Significant skews in this ratio can be influenced by local industries (e.g., military bases, mining, or tech hubs), educational institutions, or migration patterns. Understanding this balance is essential for planning public health initiatives and social services.

Source: U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 5-Year Estimates (2020–2024) • Table S0101

Ancestry

Irish13.1%

German13.0%

English12.9%

Italian6.8%

Polish2.6%

French2.5%

Scottish2.3%

Mexican1.9%

African0.5%

Reported ancestry groups representing the cultural heritage of the population. Percentages may not sum to 100% as residents may report multiple ancestries or none.

Source: U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 5-Year Estimates (2020–2024) • Table B04006

Immigration & Nativity

Nativity Status

9.7%Foreign Born

90.3%Native Born

Citizenship Status

Naturalized69.0%

Non-Citizen31.0%

Period of Entry

2010 or Later26.3%

Before 201073.7%

Source: U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 5-Year Estimates (2020–2024) • Table B05001, B05002

Housing Characteristics

Total Housing Units

299,305

Median Rent

$1,556/mo

Median Home Value

$339,600

Median Year Built

1988

Housing Tenure

Housing Types

Source: U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 5-Year Estimates (2020–2024) • Table DP04

Education Enrollment

Total Enrolled

127,576

College Enrollment

21.2%

High School

21.6%

College Educated

34.2%

K-12 Enrollment

Higher Education

Source: U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 5-Year Estimates (2020–2024) • Table S1401, S1501

Transportation & Commute

Mean Commute Time

25.4 min

Drive Alone Rate

74.6%

Public Transit

0.5%

Work From Home

14.6%

Commute Mode

Vehicle Ownership

Source: U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 5-Year Estimates (2020–2024) • Table S0801, B08141

Age Distribution

Under 18

18.1%

18-34 Years

18.5%

35-64 Years

38.9%

65+ Years

24.5%

Population Composition

Under 1818.1%

18-3418.5%

35-6438.9%

65+24.5%

The age distribution of a community impacts local services, school requirements, and the labor market. A higher percentage of youth suggests a need for schools and family services, while a larger senior population may indicate a retirement destination or a need for healthcare services.

Source: U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 5-Year Estimates (2020–2024) • Table S0101

Household Composition

Married Couples

48.3%

Single Parent

4.6%

Living Alone

30.0%

Avg Size

2.42

Household Types

Married Couples48.3%

Single Parent4.6%

Living Alone30.0%

Household composition offers insights into the social fabric of a community. A high percentage of married couples often correlates with stability and higher household incomes, while a significant number of single-person households may indicate a younger transient population or an aging community.

Source: U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 5-Year Estimates (2020–2024) • Table S1101

Economic Profile

Per Capita Income

$44,108

SNAP Usage

9.4%

Health Insurance

90.2%

Household Income Breakdown

Under $25k13.3%

$25k - $50k18.5%

$50k - $100k29.5%

$100k+38.7%

Key Industries

Manufacturing

12.4%

Retail Trade

11.6%

Education & Health Care

21.2%

Source: U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 5-Year Estimates (2020–2024) • Table S1901, S2201, DP03

Health & Disability

Disability Rate

16.3%With Disability

Percentage of the civilian noninstitutionalized population with a disability.

Health Insurance Coverage

90.2%With Coverage

Percentage of the civilian noninstitutionalized population with health insurance coverage.

Why this matters: High disability rates may indicate a need for accessible infrastructure and specialized healthcare services. Health insurance coverage is a key indicator of a community's access to preventative care and financial resilience against medical emergencies.

Source: U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 5-Year Estimates (2020–2024) • Table S1810, S2701

Technology Access

Broadband Internet

93.0%vs ~90% National Avg

Computer Ownership

96.9%vs ~95% National Avg

Source: U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 5-Year Estimates (2020–2024) • Table S2801

Cost of Living & Housing

Cost of Living Scale

Lower is better

100.0

0130

Below average< 97

Near average97 - 103

Above average> 103

Prices compared with the US average (100). 105 means about 5% more expensive than average.

Housing Affordability

Higher is better

112.8

0200

Hard to Afford< 80

Moderate80 - 100

Affordable> 100

100 means a family earning the median family income just qualifies to buy the median-value home (20% down, 30-year loan at 6.72%).

Source: BEA Regional Price Parities · NAR affordability formula with Census ACS 2020–2024 incomes and home values and the Freddie Mac 30-year rate (2024)

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