Palm City, FL 55+ Active Adult Retirement Communities

Climate & Geography

Palm City has a humid subtropical climate. The average annual high temperature is in the low 80s and the average annual low temperature is in the mid 60s. The average annual precipitation is in roughly 50 inches of rainfall.

Recreation, Culture & Entertainment

The constant warm to hot weather allows active adults to take advantage of outdoor activities. Residents frequently take a stroll or bike ride through Justin Wilson Memorial Park or Pendarvis Cove Park. The parks also have courts available to the public for a variety of sports. Country and golf clubs are scattered throughout the city. Furthermore indoor activities include shopping and visiting one of the many spas.

Residents or visitors in search of more extensive shopping and entertainment options can easily reach Port St. Lucie with just a short drive.

Cost of Living & Taxes

The overall cost of living in Palm City is higher than the national average. Undoubtedly the higher median home cost contributes the most to raising the overall cost of living in Palm City.

Florida is one of the few states with no income tax therefore Social Security and other retirement income is not taxed. Florida residents ages 65 and older who meet certain income limits can receive an extra homestead exemption equal to the assessed value of property.

Health Care

There are three medical centers and hospitals located within 20 miles of Palm City. They are Martin Medical Center, St. Lucie Medical Center, and Lawnwood Regional Medical Center and Heart Institute. Martin Medical Center ranks as high performing in chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) and heart failure. St. Lucie Medical Center ranks high performing in COPD. Finally, Lawnwood Regional Medical Center and Heart Institute is ranked high performing in COPD.