Palatka

FL

Putnam County, Florida

Population 75K |Median income $47,934 |1 hospital

Population
75,164
Putnam County
Median Income
$47,934
-29% vs avg
Median Home Value
$160,300
-30% vs avg
Median Age
45
years

10-Year Trends 2013–2024

20132024
Population
75K+2%
Median Income
$47,934+48%
Median Home Value
$160,300+79%
Poverty Rate
23.4%-11%
Unemployment
7.4%-48%

Economics

Median Rent
$906/mo
Poverty Rate
23.4% +65% vs avg
Unemployment 7.4%
Bachelor's Degree+ 14.5%
Work From Home 9.8%
Public Transit 0.3%

Population

White 70.9%
African American 14.8%
Two or More Ethnicities 2.6%
Asian 0.5%

Health Profile 15 measures

Health Indicators

High Blood Pressure
43.4%
Short Sleep Duration
40.2%
Physical Inactivity
33.7%
Obesity
33.1%
Current Smoking
21%
Frequent Mental Distress
19.4%
Frequent Physical Distress
19.3%
Lack of Health Insurance
18%
Diabetes
17.5%
Binge Drinking
13%

Preventive Care

Dental Visit 46.5%
Annual Checkup 78.5%

Other Measures

Coronary Heart Disease
10.8%
Current Asthma
10.8%
Stroke
5.7%

Hospitals 1 total

Rating Distribution
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Average Rating
1/5
Total Hospitals
1
With ER
1
HCA FLORIDA PUTNAM HOSPITAL
PALATKA · Acute Care Hospitals · ER
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Alerts & News — Palatka Area 6

Weather Alerts high

Severe Thunderstorm Warning Issued for Big Bend Florida Counties Including Tallahassee

NOAA · 29m ago
Weather Alerts high

Special Marine Warning Issued for Gulf Waters Near Pensacola and Pascagoula

NOAA · 35m ago
Weather Alerts high

Special Marine Warning Issued for Waters from Pensacola to Pascagoula Until 7:30 AM CDT

NOAA · 36m ago
Weather Alerts high

Severe Thunderstorm Warning Issued for Franklin, Liberty, and Wakulla Counties

NOAA · 36m ago
Weather Alerts high

Severe Thunderstorm Warning Issued for Southeast Alabama, Florida Panhandle, and Southwest Georgia

NOAA · 1h ago
Weather Alerts high

Severe Thunderstorm Warning Issued for Liberty and Wakulla Counties in Florida

NOAA · 3h ago

Frequently Asked Questions 6

What is the population of Palatka, FL? ▼
Palatka, FL has a population of 75,164 people, located in Putnam County, Florida.
What is the median household income in Palatka? ▼
The median household income in Palatka, FL is $47,934 per year. The poverty rate is 23.4%.
What is the median home value in Palatka? ▼
The median home value in Palatka, FL is $160,300. Median rent is $906/month.
What are the top health concerns in Palatka? ▼
The top health indicators in Palatka include High Blood Pressure (43.4%), Short Sleep Duration (40.2%), Physical Inactivity (33.7%). Data from CDC PLACES.
How many hospitals are in Palatka? ▼
Palatka has 1 hospital with an average rating of 1/5 stars. 1 have emergency departments.
What is the median age in Palatka? ▼
The median age in Palatka, FL is 45 years. 14.5% of residents have a bachelor's degree or higher.

Safety Context

Palatka, FL is located in Putnam County, Florida. With a population of 75K and a median household income of $47,934, the community faces health challenges including high blood pressure and short sleep duration. Residents have access to 1 hospital with an average rating of 1/5 stars. Safety alerts for the Palatka area are monitored from federal and state agencies including FEMA, NOAA, FDA, and CPSC.

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Data Sources

All data on this page comes from official U.S. government sources. Population and economic data from the Census Bureau American Community Survey (2022 5-year estimates). Health data from the CDC PLACES program (2023). Hospital ratings from CMS Hospital Compare (2024). Data is county-level (Putnam County) as the smallest consistent geographic unit across all sources.

Disclaimer: This information is provided for informational purposes only and does not constitute professional advice. Data is sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau, FBI UCR, CDC PLACES, and NCES. Consult a qualified professional before making decisions based on this data.