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Introduction to Putnam County and the Palatka, Florida area…

Located in the bend of the St. Johns River, Palatka has been a vital part of Florida’s history since the early 1800’s. The name originates from the Seminole-Creek name of Pilotaikata which translates to “boat crossing”. The city became a port of entry into the state and eventually a popular tourist destination in the early 1900’s. The mild weather brought many of the rich and famous to the area including Thomas Edison, Harriet Beecher Stowe, President Grover Cleveland and even Babe Ruth.

Life in Putnam County is slow paced and relaxed. However, during the Spring the county comes alive with festivals ranging from the Azalea Festival in March, to Crescent City’s Catfish Festival in April on to the famous Memorial weekend Blue Crab Festival in downtown Palatka. In between, people come to watch sailboats in the Mug Race or participate in various Bass Tournaments on the beautiful St. Johns.

In the heart of Florida, Putnam County offers many spots for recreational activities for all ages. Including Dunn’s Creek State Park, the Ravine Gardens State Park and the Rodman Reservoir. The Ocala National Forest and Welaka National Forest both offer hiking trails and great opportunities for bird watching. If you are looking for something else to do, it will not be far away. You will find Florida’s beaches and amusement parks within a short distance for day trips.

Putnam County implemented the Better Place Plan and has made improvements that impact everyone in the area, from improvements to local parks and community centers to a new Emergency Operations Center. Many of the historic buildings in Palatka that host visitors were included in the improvements.

Services offered in the area continue to expand. The Cancer Center of Putnam is a state of the art facility associated with St. Augustine’s Flagler Cancer Center. Flagler Hospital of St. Augustine offers a Specialty Care Center in East Palatka and Putnam Community Medical Center is located in Palatka. Banking is available on a local or nationwide level and several credit unions have branches here as well.
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Palatka, FL45$60,000$79,254
home sale data for other nearby cities
Anastasia Island, FL154$205,000$241,451
Armstrong, FL15$187,000$183,385
Bunnell, FL18$47,500$56,493
Crescent Beach, FL110$375,000$541,211
Crescent City, FL22$38,000$52,105
East Palatka, FL8$67,500$99,087
Elkton, FL15$187,000$183,385
Florahome, FL2$59,600$59,600
Fort Mc Coy, FL16$59,500$63,375
Georgetown, FL4$35,000$66,500
Green Cove Springs, FL78$122,950$134,796
Hastings, FL19$48,000$51,879
Hawthorne, FL18$60,000$127,727
Interlachen, FL27$35,000$49,700
Keystone Heights, FL43$63,912$87,127
Melrose, FL12$58,750$106,342
Pomona Park, FL11$65,000$77,655
Red Bay, FL5$49,900$54,160
Saint Augustine, FL1,743$162,274$187,648
Saint Johns, FL344$225,000$239,222
Salt Springs, FL16$59,500$63,375
San Mateo, FL3$64,500$149,133
Satsuma, FL22$45,000$54,500
Seville, FL1$30,000$30,000
Welaka, FL5$172,000$133,800
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Population

Total Population10,072
Population Density1,179 Persons/Sq. Mile
Female Population5,477
Male Population4,596
Population Change since 1990↓ 10% Decrease
Population Change since 2000↓ 1% Decrease

Colleges

Nearest 2-Year Public CollegeSt Johns River Comm Coll
Distance2 miles
Nearest 4-Year Public CollegeFlagler College
Distance26 miles

Households and Income

Total Number of Households3,777
Family Households2,241
Average Family Size3.40
Average Household Income$38,385
Median Household Income$25,922
Income Change since 1990↑ 2592100% Increase
Income Change since 2000↑ 24% Increase

Crime Rates Compared to National Average

The National Average is designated 1.0 - A value of 2.0 represents twice as much risk while a value of 0.5 represents half as much risk.
Total Crime Risk2.68
Crime Risk (County)2.01
Personal Crime Risk (County)0.92
Murder Crime Risk (County)2.54
Rape Crime Risk (County)0.72
Robbery Crime Risk (County)2.54
Assault Crime Risk (County)1.11
Property Crime Risk (County)1.92
Burglary Crime Risk (County)1.11
Larceny Crime Risk (County)0.30
Motor Vehicle Theft Risk (County)0.73

Climate

Average July High Temperature91.7 °F
Average January Low Temperature44.3 °F
Annual Precipitation50.4 inches
Air Pollution Index109% of National Average

Miscellaneous

Sales Tax Rate7.00%
Nearest AirportSt Augustine
Distance28 miles
Nearest Major Sports TeamJacksonville Jaguars
Distance47 miles
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Grades: 7 - 8

Robert H Jenkins Middle School1100 N 19th St
W H Beasley Middle School1100 S 18th St

Grades: 9 - 12

Palatka High School302 Mellon Rd

Grades: K - 6

James A Long Elementary School1400 Old Jacksnville Hwy
Kelley Smith Elementary School141 Kelly Smith Sch Rd
Mellon Elementary School301 Mellon Rd
William D Moseley Elementary School1100 Husson Ave

Grades: Other

Childrens Reading Center Cs7901 St Johns Ave
Eleanor H Miller School156 Horseman Club Rd
Peniel Baptist Academy110 Peniel Church Rd
Temple Christian School908 N State Rd 19
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AIR TRAVEL

Palatka Municipal Airport-28jHighway 100

BANKS

Bank Of America620 S State Road 19
Capital City Bank4120 Crill Ave
Center State Bank Of Florida3202 Crill Ave
Edith Aldrich Insurance Inc1721 Reid St
First Federal Bank Of North Fl511 Saint Johns Ave
Ken Henley Insurance119 N 4th St
Prosperity Bank100 N State Road 19
Prosperity Bank601 Reid St
Putnam State Bank350 N State Road 19
State Farm Insurance836 S Moody Rd # 1
Td Bank101 N Highway 19

EMERGENCY SERVICES

Francis Volunteer Fire Dept7414 Crill Ave
Hollister Fire Dept617 State Road 20
Palatka Fire Chief500 N Moody Rd
Palatka Fire Dept100 N 11th St
Palatka Fire Dept201 N 2nd St
Palatka Fire Dept500 N Moody Rd
Palatka Police Dept110 N 11th St

GOLF

Palatka Golf Course1715 Moseley Ave

GOVERNMENT OFFICES

Putnam County Criminal Felony410 Saint Johns Ave # 221

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