Boynton Beach had 82,396 residents on July 1, 2025, the Census Bureau estimates, up 21% since the 2010 census. Age, income, households and housing figures.
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Boynton Beach had an estimated 82,396 residents on July 1, 2025, according to the Census Bureau’s Vintage 2025 city and town population estimates. That is 2,016 more people (2.5%) than the 2020 census count of 80,380 and 14,179 more (20.8%) than the 2010 census count of 68,217. The Census Bureau’s QuickFacts page for Boynton Beach gathers the main figures in one place.
What this means for you
- Boynton Beach grew fastest in the 2010s, adding about 1,200 people a year; growth has slowed since 2020.
- It is the second largest of the cities around it, behind Boca Raton.
- Household incomes are below the county’s, and about a third of homes are rented.
Growth since 2010
| Year | Population | Source |
|---|---|---|
| 2010 | 68,217 | 2010 census |
| 2015 | 74,038 | July 1 estimate, Vintage 2020 |
| 2020 | 80,380 | 2020 census |
| 2022 | 81,463 | July 1 estimate, Vintage 2025 |
| 2024 | 82,730 | July 1 estimate, Vintage 2025 |
| 2025 | 82,396 | July 1 estimate, Vintage 2025 |
Sources: the Vintage 2020 estimates for Florida cities and Vintage 2025 estimates. Each year’s estimates are revised when the next set comes out, so compare figures from the same vintage. Palm Beach County grew from 1,492,191 (the 2020 estimates base) to an estimated 1,575,726 in 2025, about 5.6%, faster than the city’s 2.7% from the same base.
Compared with the neighbors
| City | July 1, 2025 estimate | Change since 2020 base |
|---|---|---|
| Boca Raton, about 11 miles south | 101,582 | +4.2% |
| Boynton Beach | 82,396 | +2.7% |
| Delray Beach, about five miles south | 69,809 | +4.4% |
| Wellington, about 14 miles west | 62,662 | +1.7% |
| Greenacres, about eight miles northwest | 44,736 | +1.6% |
| Lake Worth Beach, about seven miles north | 43,970 | +4.1% |
| Palm Springs, about eight miles north | 28,303 | +5.3% |
| Lantana, about four miles north | 12,449 | +6.7% |
Age and background
From the American Community Survey 2020-2024 five-year estimates:
| Measure | Boynton Beach | Palm Beach County | Table |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median age | 42.5 years | 45.3 years | DP05 |
| Under 18 | 17.1% | 18.8% | DP05 |
| 65 and older | 22.5% | 24.8% | DP05 |
| Hispanic or Latino (any race) | 16.8% | 24.4% | DP05 |
| Born outside the U.S. | 29.6% | 27.7% | DP02 |
| Bachelor’s degree or higher (25 and older) | 32.1% | 40.5% | DP02 |
Households and income
| Measure | Boynton Beach | Palm Beach County | Table |
|---|---|---|---|
| Households | 32,882 | 605,430 | DP02 |
| Average household size | 2.44 | 2.49 | DP02 |
| Median household income | $70,074 | $83,581 | DP03 |
| Per capita income | $38,859 | $52,359 | DP03 |
| People below the poverty line | 13.7% | 11.3% | DP03 |
Housing
| Measure | Boynton Beach | Palm Beach County | Table |
|---|---|---|---|
| Housing units | 40,684 | 719,463 | DP04 |
| Owner-occupied | 64.7% | 70.1% | DP04 |
| Median value, owner-occupied homes | $351,100 | $447,300 | DP04 |
| Median gross rent | $2,041 a month | $1,916 a month | DP04 |
The survey’s home value is what owners say their homes are worth, averaged over five years, so it trails the market. For current values see our home prices page.
How to read these figures
The population estimates are the bureau’s yearly count for July 1, built from births, deaths and migration since the last census. The American Community Survey figures come from a sample of households over five years, 2020 to 2024, and carry margins of error that are shown on each table. Use them for the general picture, not small differences.
Related: your town, county and neighbors, home prices and moving to Boynton Beach.
Frequently asked questions
What is the population of Boynton Beach, Florida?
The Census Bureau estimates Boynton Beach had 82,396 residents on July 1, 2025. The 2020 census counted 80,380.
How fast is Boynton Beach growing?
Boynton Beach grew 17.8% between the 2010 and 2020 censuses, from 68,217 to 80,380. Since 2020 it has added about 2,000 people, though the estimate dipped slightly from 2024 to 2025.
What is the median household income in Boynton Beach?
$70,074 in the Census Bureau’s 2020-2024 American Community Survey, compared with $83,581 for Palm Beach County.
What is the median age in Boynton Beach?
42.5 years, according to the 2020-2024 American Community Survey. About 22.5% of residents are 65 or older.
What is the median home value in Boynton Beach?
$351,100 for owner-occupied homes in the 2020-2024 American Community Survey. The median rent was $2,041 a month.
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