Palatka, Florida
Quick Statistics
Palatka is a community in Putnam County, Florida, home to about 10,650 people spread across 9.9 square miles of land. The median personal income here is $20,872 a year, and a typical home is worth about $150,500. About 20.0% of adults hold a college degree, and 84.4% of residents under 65 have health insurance.
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Among the Florida towns GeoStat tracks, Palatka ranks number 332 of 955 in population, number 901 in median household income, number 820 in median home value. See how it stacks up on the trends page or compare it with another town.
Summers around Palatka typically top out near 91°F in July, while January nights average about 41°F. Full normals are on the climate page.
| # | Town | Distance | Population |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1. | East Palatka, FL | 4.7 mi. | 1,494 |
| 2. | Welaka, FL | 11.1 mi. | 1,082 |
| 3. | Pomona Park, FL | 11.2 mi. | 755 |
| 4. | Hastings, FL | 11.7 mi. | 432 |
| 5. | Flagler Estates, FL | 13.2 mi. | 4,321 |
| 6. | Interlachen, FL | 13.2 mi. | 1,923 |
| 7. | Crescent City, FL | 17.5 mi. | 1,944 |
| 8. | Seville, FL | 23.3 mi. | 1,014 |
What is the population of Palatka, Florida?
Palatka has a population of about 10,650 people, according to the latest Census Bureau estimates.
What county is Palatka, Florida in?
Palatka is located in Putnam County, Florida.
What is the median home value in Palatka, Florida?
The median home value in Palatka is about $150,500, based on American Community Survey data.
What is the median income in Palatka, Florida?
The median personal income in Palatka is about $20,872 per year.
How many tornadoes have hit near Palatka, Florida?
Since 1950, 46 tornadoes have been recorded in Putnam County. See the tornado page for maps and details of each one.
What is the weather like in Palatka, Florida?
Typical July highs run about 91 degrees and January lows about 41 degrees. Figures are 30-year NOAA climate normals.
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