Patrick AFB Florida Map

About Patrick AFB, Florida

Patrick AFB is a locality in Brevard County, Florida, United States. It has a population of approximately 1,644. The population density is 201.0 people per km². Patrick AFB is located at 28.2346°N, 80.6079°W. It observes the Eastern Time (America/New_York) timezone. ZIP code: 32925.

Patrick AFB rests on the sandy, palmetto-dotted coast of Florida, a place where the humid air carries the scent of salt and pine. It lies 10.4 miles north of Melbourne, FL (from Melbourne, FL: bearing 0°T), and is situated 7.9 miles east of Viera. The landscape here is flat, dissected by narrow tidal creeks and bordered by the vast, shimmering expanse of the Atlantic Ocean to the east. Beneath a sky that often burns a fierce, cloudless blue during the day, the terrain is low-lying, prone to the whisper of sea breezes and the occasional squall that sweeps in from the water. The vegetation, a resilient mix of scrub oak and saw palmetto, clings to the sandy soil, a testament to the persistent, sun-baked climate. At dusk, the light softens, bathing the scrubland in a warm, golden hue, and the distant sound of waves provides a constant, rhythmic underscore to the quiet of the evening. The history of Patrick AFB is inextricably linked to the dawn of the space age, a legacy forged in the relentless pursuit of technological advancement. Established as an Air Force Base, it has played a significant role in America's space program, serving as a vital launch and testing site for rockets and missiles. This heritage has shaped the local economy, drawing in a skilled workforce and fostering a culture of innovation that still resonates today, even as the base has evolved its mission. The proximity to the Canaveral National Seashore, with its pristine beaches and protected wildlife, offers a stark, natural contrast to the controlled environment of the AFB, showcasing the unique coexistence of human endeavor and wild Florida beauty.

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Detailed location data for Patrick AFB includes the ZIP code (32925), telephone area code (407, 689), county seat of Brevard County (Titusville), and school district assignment (Brevard County School District). These are among the most commonly searched location details for any US city or town.

Location data is drawn from the USGS Geographic Names Information System (GNIS) and cross-verified against 2020 US Census records by coordinate proximity — ensuring the correct Patrick AFB is identified even where the name is shared across multiple counties or states. Population figures are sourced from the 2020 US Census.