Fort Walton Beach

A charming community that beckons you with local flavor and southern hospitality.

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Welcome to Fort Walton Beach

Welcome to Fort Walton Beach, a charming community that beckons you with local flavor and southern hospitality. Whether you're assigned to Eglin Air Force Base or seeking a peaceful retirement haven, Fort Walton Beach offers an abundance of opportunities to explore and make this coastal paradise your home.

Downtown Fort Walton Beach offers local flavor and southern hospitality. This community is home to a number of unique owner operated boutique style stores, restaurants and bars. Just minutes away from the beaches on Okaloosa Island by car, foot or bicycle. Looking to discover something great that the entire family can enjoy, Fort Walton Beach offers:

Heritage Park & Cultural Center

The City of Fort Walton Beach Heritage Park & Cultural Center includes the Indian Temple Mound Museum, Camp Walton Schoolhouse Museum, Garnier Post Office Museum, Fort Walton Temple Mound, and the Civil War Exhibit building.

Together these four museums and National Historic Landmark form a cultural center which presents the history of the Fort Walton Beach area from prehistoric times, some 12,000 years ago, the Civil War as it relates to the region, the first school in 1912, and through the close of the post office in the 1950’s.

Emerald Coast Science Center

Located just West of downtown Fort Walton Beach, the science center offers numerous exhibits and hands-on demonstrations including new Robotics exhibits, Hurricane Simulator, SMALLab Learning (sponsored by IMPACT100 of Northwest Florida), live animal kingdom exhibit, and more! For more information about the Emerald Coast Science Center, visit their website.

Air Force Armament Museum

With a collection of over 15,000 artifacts from the early days of aviation warfare armament during World War I through today’s high tech bombs and planes, the armament museum is a must see in the Fort Walton Beach area. For more information about the museum, visit the Air Force Armament Museum.

Emerald Coast Dirt and Vert

The only complete extreme sports facility along the coast in Northwest Florida, Emerald Coast Dirt & Vert includes a 9,000 square foot skatepark/street course, a BMX Racing track, and Burly BMX/Freestyle Dirt Jumps all in one place!

Uptown Shopping District

With over 60 national and local retail stores and restaurants, you are sure to find what you are looking for in the Uptown Shopping District. In addition, the district hosts several major events throughout the year attracting thousands of people.

Downtown Arts & Entertainment District

The downtown area is home to a variety of unique shops and restaurants, Heritage Park & Cultural Center, Emerald Coast Science Center, and much more! Within the downtown area, the antique district contains numerous antique and collectables shops. To see what’s happening downtown this month, visit Downtown FWB.

Goofy Golf

Featuring two 18 hole miniature golf courses, people of all ages have been having fun at Goofy Golf in Fort Walton Beach for over 50 years! For more information, visit Goofy Golf.

Beaches

The state parks and local spots offer the sugar white sand of the emerald coast. Fort Walton Beach area would not be complete without visiting America’s Most Beautiful Beaches.

Fort Walton Beach is not just a place to visit; it's a place to call home. Whether you're stationed here temporarily or seeking a forever home, this coastal paradise has something for everyone. Come and explore the possibilities—your new life awaits in Fort Walton Beach. I will be happy to be your tour guide and help you find the perfect home.

Overview for Fort Walton Beach, FL

55,494 people live in Fort Walton Beach, where the median age is 38 and the average individual income is $33,741.208. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau.

55,494

Total Population

38 years

Median Age

High

Population Density Population Density This is the number of people per square mile in a neighborhood.

$33,741.208

Average individual Income

Around Fort Walton Beach, FL

There's plenty to do around Fort Walton Beach, including shopping, dining, nightlife, parks, and more. Data provided by Walk Score and Yelp.

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Car-Dependent

Walking Score

29

Somewhat Bikeable

Bike Score

Points of Interest

Explore popular things to do in the area, including A&A Spice Is Life Food Truck, Yoyo's Thai, and Kinetic 6 Fitness.

Name	Category	Distance	Reviews	Ratings by Yelp
Visit the A&A Spice Is Life Food Truck page on Yelp Search 237 Troy St NE on Google Maps	Dining	4.13 miles	12 reviews	5/5 stars
Visit the Yoyo's Thai page on Yelp Search 1285 Eglin Pkwy on Google Maps	Dining	4.78 miles	6 reviews	5/5 stars
Visit the Kinetic 6 Fitness page on Yelp	Active	2.5 miles	30 reviews	5/5 stars
Visit the Blue Water Escape Charters page on Yelp Search 104 Miracle Strip Pkwy SW on Google Maps	Active	4.78 miles	5 reviews	5/5 stars
Visit the Destin Excursions page on Yelp Search 104 Miracle Strip Pkwy Nw on Google Maps	Active	4.78 miles	5 reviews	5/5 stars
Visit the BattleAxes page on Yelp Search 201 Lovejoy Rd NW on Google Maps	Active	2.92 miles	6 reviews	5/5 stars
Visit the Art from the Heart Tattoos & Gallery page on Yelp Search 654 Beal Pkwy NW on Google Maps	Beauty	2.39 miles	6 reviews	5/5 stars
Visit the Vida Salon & Spa page on Yelp Search 228 Racetrack Rd NE on Google Maps	Beauty	3.26 miles	6 reviews	5/5 stars
Visit the The Winfield Spa page on Yelp Search 7 Winfield Way on Google Maps	Beauty	3.98 miles	6 reviews	5/5 stars
Visit the Good Karma Tattoo Studio page on Yelp Search 130 W Miracle Strip Pkwy on Google Maps	Beauty	3.94 miles	6 reviews	5/5 stars
Visit the Coastal Spa Of Fort Walton Beach page on Yelp Search 20 Racetrack Rd NW on Google Maps	Beauty	2.6 miles	11 reviews	5/5 stars
Visit the Doria Grace Salon page on Yelp Search 301 Jonquil Ave NW on Google Maps	Beauty	2.72 miles	16 reviews	5/5 stars
Visit the Sunshine Thai Spa page on Yelp Search 348 Miracle Strip Pkwy SW on Google Maps	Beauty	4.21 miles	13 reviews	5/5 stars
Visit the Snow Lotus Massage page on Yelp Search 5 E Lane Dr on Google Maps	Beauty	3.91 miles	6 reviews	5/5 stars
Visit the Hair Designers Plus page on Yelp Search 437 Mary Esther Cut Off NW on Google Maps	Beauty	2.86 miles	6 reviews	5/5 stars
Visit the Kevin's Barber Salon page on Yelp Search 286 Eglin Pkwy NE on Google Maps	Beauty	3.8 miles	8 reviews	5/5 stars
Visit the Spiritual Massage page on Yelp Search 924 Meadow Ln on Google Maps	Beauty	0.66 miles	6 reviews	5/5 stars

Demographics and Employment Data for Fort Walton Beach, FL

Population Households Employment

Fort Walton Beach has 24,250 households, with an average household size of 4.53. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau. Here’s what the people living in Fort Walton Beach do for work — and how long it takes them to get there. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau. 55,494 people call Fort Walton Beach home. The population density is 1,443.572 and the largest age group is Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau.

55,494

Total Population

High

Population Density Population Density This is the number of people per square mile in a neighborhood.

38.04669694020975

Median Age

51.21 / 48.79%

Men vs Women

Population by Age Group

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0-9 Years

10-17:

10-17 Years

18-24:

18-24 Years

25-64:

25-64 Years

65-74:

65-74 Years

75+:

75+ Years

Education Level

Less Than 9th Grade
High School Degree
Associate Degree
Bachelor Degree
Graduate Degree

24,250

Total Households

4.53

Average Household Size

$33,741.208

Average individual Income

Households with Children

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Blue vs White Collar Workers

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Commute Time

0 to 14 Minutes

15 to 29 Minutes

30 to 59 Minutes

60+ Minutes

Schools in Fort Walton Beach, FL

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The following schools are within or nearby Fort Walton Beach. The rating and statistics can serve as a starting point to make baseline comparisons on the right schools for your family. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau.

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