Compared to the congested highways and massive skyscrapers often associated with the rest of Southeast Florida, Jupiter feels like a small harbor town, complete with a brick lighthouse overlooking the beach. The town of over 60,000 is spread across a verdant landscape full of nature preserves, parks and branches of the Loxahatchee River. Jupiter is somewhat secluded, sitting on Palm Beach County’s northern edge, but its atmosphere and abundance of golf clubs often attracts celebrities like Tiger Woods and Celine Dion. Luxury strips like the walkable Downtown Abacoa and Harbourside Place offer upscale shopping and dining, while the town’s diverse arts scene flourishes in staple events like the annual Shakespeare Festival.
Golfers prepare for a day on the greens at Abacoa's beautiful golf course.
Fishing boats are all over the water in Jonathan`s Landing neighborhood.
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The Palm Beaches post-COVID business boom
Despite its laidback, luxury vibe, Jupiter has shifted from a seasonal stay to a full-time residence for many since 2020, says local John Demitri, a Realtor with Keller Williams Reserve. “You still definitely see a change in traffic when season hits, but the roads used to be pretty empty in the summertime. Since COVID, it seems like most people are here year-round.”
Businesses have also flocked to the warm weather. Over the past five years, more than 100 companies have relocated to or expanded in Palm Beach County. In August of 2024, the Palm Beach Post reported on the marked post-pandemic growth. According to the Business Development Board of Palm Beach County, the county’s top industries are Healthcare/Life Sciences, retail and finance. Jupiter Medical Center, a major town employer, recently ranked No. 5 on Forbes’s list of the nation’s best employers.
The Bear’s Club, Jupiter Farms and other neighborhoods in town
Housing in Jupiter varies from beach high-rises to golf course estates in communities like The Bear’s Club. The median is around $1.1 million for single-family properties, a half-million for townhouses and $315,000 for one-bedroom units. Waterfront communities like Admiral’s Cove feature multimillion-dollar dockside homes. Jupiter Farms offers country living and spacious lots on the town’s far west side. Flood insurance is highly recommended, and Demitri stresses the importance of hurricane-proofing for safety and financial benefit. “There are updates properties need that you wouldn’t even realize if you’re not from Florida,” he says. “And without them, you’ll pay thousands more for insurance.” Some of these updates include hurricane windows, doors and straps.
Bear's Club family enjoying an afternoon at Loggerhead Park.
Residents of Jupiter Farms enjoy a beach day just a short drive from town.
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White sand from Jupiter to Juno
Jupiter Beach Park is one of many public beaches on Jupiter’s oceanfront. The sandy stretch is just south of Jupiter Inlet, ideal for watching boats set sail. That said, Demitri’s favorite seaside spot is a dog-friendly part of Juno Beach, located just down the shore. “My dog loves going to the beach,” he says. Demitri says Jupiter and Juno are kind of tied together. "It’s hard to tell whether you’re on one beach or the other,” he says, laughing. “The pier is popular, and a lot of people come early in the morning to surf fish. They catch some good-sized groupers there.” Off the blue water and along the Intracoastal Waterway, Jupiter Ridge is one of the town’s many protected natural areas featuring hiking trails and beautiful mangroves. Dozens of neighborhood playgrounds like Daily Park and golf clubs like The Loxahatchee Club round out the town’s recreational opportunities.
Carlin Park's surf camp is a fun activity for kids in Jupiter Lakes.
Discover a variety of inviting public beach accesses along A1A in The Bluffs.
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Weekly markets at Harbourside Place and Shakespeare in the summer
Of several shopping centers within Jupiter, Harbourside Place is the most popular destination for luxury boutiques like Lola Dré and lifestyle brands like Salt Life. On Sundays, locals can visit the Waterfront Market to shop from local vendors and artisans, join a free yoga class or enjoy live music at Tommy Bahama Restaurant & Bar. Held annually at the Seabreeze Amphitheater, the Palm Beach Shakespeare Festival aims to make the bard's classic plays more accessible to Jupiter residents by putting on two weekends of free shows every summer. Live theatre enthusiasts can enjoy more plays and musicals year-round at the Maltz Jupiter Theatre, a nonprofit regional theatre with a 20-year history. The Jupiter Inlet Lighthouse & Museum is the most well-known landmark within Jupiter, home to a 19th-century brick lighthouse and several historic buildings. The museum hosts events throughout the year, including the Wild & Scenic Film Festival, devoted to showcasing the natural world through documentaries and other film narratives.
Jupiter Community High earns an A
Jupiter is served by the School District of Palm Beach County, which Niche grades B-plus and ranks as the second-best district in the Miami area. The town has several top-rated schools, such as the A-rated Jupiter High, home to various in-house programs ranging from horticulture to engineering and technology. There are also excellent private schools, such as Jupiter Christian School, graded A-minus.
New bridge reconstruction on U.S. Route 1
Jupiter is located between I-95 and U.S. Route 1, about 20 miles from West Palm Beach and Palm Beach International Airport. The town has public transportation through the county bus system.
As a part of the Florida Department of Transportation's bridge replacement project, the U.S. Route 1 Bridge over the Loxahatchee River and Intracoastal Waterway was closed for reconstruction in early 2023. The new bridge will include the addition of 8-foot sidewalks and 7-foot bike lanes in both directions, with concrete barriers separating pedestrians from traffic.
Crime data from the Jupiter Police Department
The Jupiter Police Department reports crime data to the LexisNexis Community Crime Map. In 2022, Jupiter reported a violent crime rate of 1.29 incidents per 1,000 residents and a property crime rate of 3.32 incidents per 1,000 residents; these rates are significantly lower than Florida's overall violent and property crime rates.
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