Jupiter, FL

Jupiter, Florida

Introduction to Jupiter, Florida

Jupiter, Florida, in Palm Beach county, is 15 miles N of West Palm Beach, Florida (center to center) and 80 miles N of Miami, Florida. Jupiter is a scenic oceanfront community and is well known for having beautiful beaches. It's a popular vacation destination. Many prosperous residents of the northern part of the nation, especially New York City metro area and the Boston area have luxurious vacation residences in Jupiter. People with vacation homes often become full-time residents. The city includes residential neighborhoods, upscale waterfront communities, numerous condominium complexes and a scenic intracoastal waterway.

Jupiter History

In the early days, the area was inhabited by the Jega and Hobe Indians. Beginning around 1550 the area has served as a prominent location for guiding ships. Explorers regarded this extension out into the Atlantic Ocean as a significant landmark while planning their trips to Central and South America. During the early part of the 20th century logging, fishing, pineapples and citrus were important factors for the economy.

Jupiter Attractions

• Burt Reynolds & Friends Museum.
• The Florida Marlins participate in string training in Jupiter.
• Jupiter Inlet Lighthouse.
• It's home to the spring training facilities of the St. Louis Cardinals baseball team.
• Roger Dean Stadium Complex.
• Hibel Museum of Art.
• The Last Galleon features artifacts taken from an old Spanish Galleon located in the waters off of Florida.
• Jupiter Ridge Natural Area.
• Jupiter Inlet.
• DuBois Pioneer Home is included in the National Register of Historic Places.
• Loxahatchee River Historical Museum features pre-historic artifacts, Seminole Indian clothing and tools, pioneer relics and Spanish treasures.
• Lighthouse Center for the Arts.
• Florida History Center and Museum.

Jupiter Activities

Residents and visitors enjoy kayaking and canoeing along the Loxahatchee River. Scenic cruises are popular with tourists. Boating and sailing are enjoyed at the Intercoastal Waterway and the Atlantic Ocean inlets. The Intracoastal Waterway features a variety of wildlife and scenic locations. The region offers excellent opportunities for water-skiing, parasailing and windsurfing.

The Loxahatchee River and the Atlantic Ocean provide excellent opportunities for fishing. Bicycle riding along the scenic beachfront is a popular activity. The Abacoa Golf Club, Jupiter Dunes Golf Course and Golf Club of Jupiter attract a vast number of golf enthusiasts. The Lion Country Safari, Rapids Water Park, Mounts Botanical Garden and the Palm Beach Zoo are nearby.

Jupiter Higher Education

Florida Atlantic University's MacArthur Campus is located in the city.

Jupiter Transportation

The Palm Beach International Airport is nearby.

High Points

Jupiter strengths, compared to Peers (similar size places nationally) or State (other places in Florida):

Category	Trophy
Low Rate of Poverty (vs. State)	Top 9%
Median Family Income (vs. State)	Top 13%
People in Middle Class or Better (vs. State)	Top 14%
Well-Paid Single Women (vs. State)	Top 15%
College Educated Adults (vs. State)	Top 19%

Comparative Profile of Jupiter, FL

Comparing Jupiter to similar size places nationwide (Peers) and to other places in Florida (State):

Ratings range from (lowest) to (highest).

The People

Characteristic	Compared to Peers	Compared to State
Age of the Population
Senior Citizens
Well-Paid Single Men
Male Share of the Population
Well-Paid Single Women
Female Share of the Population
Racial Diversity
Children Under 5 Years Old

Families

Characteristic	Compared to Peers	Compared to State
Portion of People Married
Average Household Size

Wealth

Characteristic	Compared to Peers	Compared to State
People Above Poverty
People in Middle Class or Better
College Educated Adults
Median Family Income

Commute & Sprawl

Characteristic	Compared to Peers	Compared to State
Working at Home
Walking and Biking to Work
Short Commute Times
Public Transportation Use

Housing

Characteristic	Compared to Peers	Compared to State
Seasonal and Vacation Housing
Housing Recently Built
People Living Alone
Affordability of Property Taxes
Affordability of Rents
Studio & One-Bedroom Rentals

Crime

Characteristic	Compared to Peers	Compared to State
Low Property Crime
Low Violent Crime

Jupiter Almanac

Jupiter Climate

Nearest Weather Stations

• Temp ranges are avg daily min and max for the month
• Precipitation is rainfall (and rainfall equiv of snowfall)

Jupiter Population (2000)

(From 2000 Census, as reported by individuals)

Neighborhood and Nearby Area Names

According to the US Postal Service, Jupiter, its neighborhoods, and/or surrounding areas are also referred to as:

Note that not all alternate names are acceptable for use in US Post Office addresses.

Nearby Cities and Towns

Jupiter Hospitals

JUPITER MEDICAL CENTER
(Voluntary non-profit - Other)
1210 S OLD DIXIE HIGHWAY
(561) 747-2234
Emergency Service: Yes

Starbucks in Jupiter

Wal-Mart in Jupiter

Jupiter High Schools (2004)

JUPITER HIGH SCHOOL
500 N MILITARY TRAIL
561-744-7900
Serves 2,323 students.
Student/teacher ratio: 23.5

Jupiter Colleges

(List of All Florida Colleges)

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