Explore Palm City, Florida, with this interactive street and satellite map.
| City | Palm City |
| State | Florida (FL) |
| County | Martin County |
| Country | United States of America |
| Timezone | Eastern Time (America/New_York) |
| Latitude | 27.177783 |
| Longitude | -80.285524 |
| Population | 25,883 |
| Density | 721.0 /km² |
| Incorporated | N/A |
| ZIP Codes | 34990, 34991 |
| Area Code | 239 |
| County Seat | Stuart |
| School District | Martin County School District |
Palm City reveals itself through the steady, patient movement of Danforth Creek as it carves a path through the low-lying terrain. It lies 2.2 miles south-southwest of Stuart, FL (from Stuart, FL: bearing 202°T), and is situated 9.2 miles southeast of Port St. Lucie. The air here carries a heavy, subtropical moisture that clings to the palmetto scrub and cypress, softening the edges of the horizon until the light at dusk turns a bruised, singular violet. Only a mile away, the salt-tinged breeze drifts in from the open coastline, signaling the proximity of Pendarvis Cove. Though the land remains largely flat, the distant silhouette of Pisgah Hill provides a solitary landmark for the eye to follow. Beyond the immediate reach of the creek, the landscape opens into a quiet expanse where the Great Pocket lake sits five miles away, reflecting the wide, cloud-heavy sky.
Palm City grew from the slow accumulation of pioneers who recognized the fertility of the soil and the utility of the waterways for early transport. The local economy has evolved from its agrarian roots in citrus groves to a contemporary balance of professional services and small-scale enterprise. Residents often speak of the town’s shift from a frontier outpost into a place where the rhythm of commerce is dictated by the seasonal influx of visitors and the steady pulse of year-round inhabitants. This transition has maintained a respect for the land, ensuring that the industry does not overwhelm the quiet, natural character of the surroundings. By honoring its history, Palm City sustains a functional stability that feels both deliberate and enduring.
The cultural character of Palm City is defined by its deep connection to the outdoors, centered largely on the public grounds of Leighton Park. Here, the shade of native trees offers a place for gathering, where the pace of life slows to match the drift of the water. While the area is not defined by major universities or professional sports arenas, it has fostered a sense of community that values the specific, grounded reality of its geography. Some might recognize the name of the professional golfer Tiger Woods, who has maintained ties to this region, adding a note of wider recognition to the local narrative. Life continues here with a quiet focus on the immediate, whether one is watching the tide shift toward Long Island or simply enjoying the humid stillness of a Florida afternoon.
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This page provides an embedded street and satellite map of Palm City, Florida. Coordinates: 27.177783, -80.285524. Live weather conditions are sourced directly from the National Weather Service. Real-time local and world news feeds keep the page current.
Detailed location data for Palm City includes the ZIP code (34990, 34991), telephone area code (239), county seat of Martin County (Stuart), and school district assignment (Martin County School District).
Location data is drawn from the USGS Geographic Names Information System (GNIS) and cross-verified against 2020 US Census records by coordinate proximity. Population figures are sourced from the 2020 US Census.
| Page generated | August 2026 |
| Location data | SimpleMaps US Cities Database; coordinates matched to USGS GNIS definitive data |
| Wikipedia validation | Article content matched to USGS GNIS coordinates via Wikipedia geosearch API. |