Palm Beach County - A Global Innovation Hub
Palm Beach County isn’t just a premier place to live — it’s one of the fastest-growing business regions in the U.S. With a pro-business tax climate, strategic infrastructure, and a highly skilled workforce, the region is a compelling choice for companies seeking relocation or expansion. The Business Development Board of Palm Beach County offers confidential, no-cost support to help businesses navigate everything from site selection to incentives
It's also home to Wall Street South®, the official economic development brand of the Business Development Board of Palm Beach County, used to promote economic development and position the Palm Beaches as a global destination for business growth and innovation.
Interested in relocating or expanding here? Contact BDB for confidential relocation support.
Palm Beach County: A Strategic Business Location
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Pro-business tax climate with no state personal income tax.
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Strong economy supported by strategic infrastructure and talent.
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Large labor market (+700k workforce).
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High average salaries and rapid wealth growth.
The Business Development Board offers confidential, no-cost relocation and expansion support for businesses considering Palm Beach County as a new home.
Global
#4
In the World for Fastest-Growing Wealth Hubs
2M
2Msq/ft
of New Commercial and Industrial Space in the Pipeline
45.2
45.2median age
in Palm Beach County
112%
112%
Increase in Millionaires Over the Past Decade
68
68
Billionaires
71,000
71,000
Millionaires
783,790
783,790
People in the Labor Market
10.6%
10.6%
Increase in Ages 25-35 Over Past Decade
$39B
$39B
of Wealth Moved to Florida; Palm Beach County was the #1 Recipient.
#1 in FL
$74,801
Highest Average Salary in the State of Florida
10th
10th
Largest School District in the Nation, and Rated-A, with Two in the Top 100 Nationwide
#2
#2Metro
In the Nation for Competitive Talent Attraction
Life + Style
A Location
Unmatched
Encompassing both artistic business and dining districts, as well as traditional upscale neighborhoods, Palm Beach County is the ideal location for a variety of communities.
Thriving Communities
Positioned for Growth
With 39 incorporated municipalities, Palm Beach County provides the perfect environment for businesses seeking relocation or expansion. Several municipalities offer streamlined permitting processes, ensuring a smooth transition. The county also boasts one of the most business-friendly tax environments in the nation, making it an attractive choice for entrepreneurs and companies alike.
Living Here
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Our Cities and Towns
Atlantis
Belle Glade
Boca Raton
Boynton Beach
Briny Breezes
Cloud Lake
Delray Beach
Glen Ridge
Golf
Greenacres
ATLANTIS
BELLE GLADE
BOCA RATON
BOYNTON BEACH
BRINY BREEZES
CLOUD LAKE
DELRAY BEACH
GLEN RIDGE
GOLF
GREENACRES
Gulf Stream
Haverhill
Hypoluxo
Highland Beach
Juno Beach
Jupiter
Jupiter Inlet Colony
Lake Clarke Shores
Lake Park
Lake Worth Beach
GULF STREAM
HAVERHILL
HYPOLUXO
HIGHLAND BEACH
JUNO BEACH
JUPITER
JUPITER INLET COLONY
LAKE CLARKE SHORES
LAKE PARK
LAKE WORTH BEACH
Lantana
Manalapan
Loxahatchee Groves
North Palm Beach
Ocean Ridge
Mangonia Park
Palm Beach
Palm Beach Gardens
Pahokee
Palm Beach Shores
LANTANA
MANALAPAN
LOXAHATCHEE GROVES
NORTH PALM BEACH
OCEAN RIDGE
MANGONIA PARK
PALM BEACH
PALM BEACH GARDENS
PAHOKEE
PALM BEACH SHORES
Palm Springs
Riviera Beach
Royal Palm Beach
South Bay
South Palm Beach
Tequesta
Wellington
Westlake
West Palm Beach
PALM SPRINGS
RIVIERA BEACH
ROYAL PALM BEACH
SOUTH BAY
SOUTH PALM BEACH
TEQUESTA
WELLINGTON
WESTLAKE
WEST PALM BEACH
Education
Inclusive. Intelligent. Expansive.
In our constantly evolving public, private, and parochial institutions, quality and achievement from pre-K to Ph.D outpaces the national average in an education ecosystem created to prepare today’s children to compete in tomorrow’s globally connected, knowledge-based economy.
The School District of Palm Beach County stands as the 10th largest school district nationwide and A-Rated, ranking among the top two in Florida. 182 schools and serving 171,261 students, Palm Beach County offers an impressive array of 330 award-winning programs across various career academies, accompanies by 95 industry certifications.
In addition to the thriving public school system, Palm Beach County hosts renowned institutions such as Florida Atlantic University, Palm Beach State College, Palm Beach Atlantic University, and more.
Education Numbers
A-rated
10th largest public school district in the nation
Nearly 160 Private and Faith-Based Schools
6 Higher Education Institution Campuses
17 International Baccalaureate (IB) World Schools
Colleges and Universities
Florida Atlantic University
Keiser University
Lynn University
Nova Southeastern University
Palm Beach Atlantic University
Palm Beach State College
“Only in Florida” Resources for Parents
The Florida Lottery & Bright Futures
MyFloridaFuture
Florida Prepaid College Plans
where some of our students go
Boston College
Boston University
Brown
Columbia
Cornell
Dartmouth
Duke
Emory
Georgia Tech
Harvard
Johns Hopkins University
MIT
Naval Academy
Northwestern Princeton
Stanford
UC Berkeley
University of Chicago
University of Michigan – Ann Arbor
University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill
University of Pennsylvania
University of Southern California
Vanderbilt
West Point
Williams College
Yale
Colleges and Universities
Florida Atlantic University
Keiser University
Lynn University
Nova Southeastern University
Palm Beach Atlantic University
Palm Beach State College
“Only in Florida” Resources for Parents
The Florida Lottery & Bright Futures
MyFloridaFuture
Florida Prepaid College Plans
where some of our students go
Boston College
Boston University
Brown
Columbia
Cornell
Dartmouth
Duke
Emory
Georgia Tech
Harvard
Johns Hopkins University
MIT
Naval Academy
Northwestern Princeton
Stanford
UC Berkeley
University of Chicago
University of Michigan – Ann Arbor
University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill
University of Pennsylvania
University of Southern California
Vanderbilt
West Point
Williams College
Yale
PALM BEACH COUNTY OFFERS...
- A pro-business environment
- Low business and living costs
- A solid infrastructure system
- A skilled and educated workforce
- Superior education and job training
- High-quality healthcare
- A great place to raise a family
- The perfect climate all year-round
Florida offers a highly favorable tax climate:
- NO corporate income tax on limited partnerships
- NO corporate income tax on sub chapter S-corporations.
- NO state personal income tax GUARANTEED BY CONSTITUTIONAL PROVISION.
- NO corporate franchise tax on capital stock.
- NO state-level property tax assessed. NO property tax on business inventories.
- NO property tax on goods-in-transit for up to 180 days.
- NO sales and use tax on goods manufactured or produced in Florida for export outside the state.
- NO sales tax on purchases of raw materials incorporated in a final product for resale, including non-reusable containers or packaging.
Courtesy of BDO US LLP
Airplane
Palm Beach County is home to six general aviation airports including:
- Palm Beach International Airport (PBI)
- Boca Raton Airport (BCT)
- North County Airport (F45)
- Palm Beach County Park Airport (LNA)
- Glades Airport (PHK)
- Belle Glade Municipal Airport (X10)
Our major airport, Palm Beach International Airport, was ranked #4 in the nation and continues to launch increased services to major cities. Two additional international airports are within a 60 mile radius with Fort Lauderdale International Airport and Miami International Airport just a drive away in our Tri-County Region.
Train
Palm Beach County has many options when it comes to trains. Home to six Tri-Rail stations, it connects 73.5 miles throughout South Florida with a total of 18 stations stretching from Miami-Dade to Palm Beach.
It's never been easier to travel throughout Florida with high speed rail service on the Brightline. Currently, our county has stations in West Palm Beach and Boca Raton with more to come.
Boat
The Port of Palm Beach is recognized as the fourth busiest container port in the State of Florida with two additional international ports in South Florida.
Car
Home to an extensive network of major highways, including I-95, Florida's Turnpike, U.S. Highway One, Military Trail, Beeline Highway, and SR 7.
Bus
Palm Tran's countywide bus system serves over 3,200 bus stops every day, ensuring convenient transportation throughout the area.
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