History of Panama City Beach, Florida in Timeline

By Popular Timelines Editorial Team · Updated: June 24, 2024

Panama City Beach, located in Florida's Bay County, is a coastal resort town renowned for its stunning white-sand beaches. The city's population saw a significant increase from 12,018 in 2010 to 18,094 in 2020. Often grouped with Panama City, Panama City Beach boasts the slogan "The World's Most Beautiful Beaches," reflecting the distinctive beauty of its coastline.

2000: 2000 Census - Income and Poverty Levels

According to the 2000 census, the median household income in Panama City Beach was $41,198, while the median family income stood at $49,127. Approximately 2.2% of families and 5.0% of the population fell below the poverty line.

2000: Real Estate Boom Begins

The early 2000s marked the start of a construction boom in Panama City Beach, leading to a surge in property values.

November 2006: Panama City Beach Named Top Real Estate Market

In November 2006, CNN/Money recognized Panama City Beach as the leading real estate market in the United States, projecting its growth over the next five years.

2007: Panama City Beach Pirates Soccer Team Founded

The Panama City Beach Pirates, a fourth-division soccer team, were established in 2007.

2007: Real Estate Market Downturn

The U.S. real estate market experienced a downturn in 2007, causing property values in Panama City Beach to stabilize after a period of rapid growth.

2010: 2010 Household Composition

Data from the 2010 census indicated that 21.1% of households in Panama City Beach included children under 18. Married couples headed 42.9% of households, while 9.2% had a female householder with no husband present. Non-family households accounted for 43.4% of the total.

2010: 2010 Population Density and Housing Units

In 2010, Panama City Beach had a population density of 653.2 people per square mile. There were 17,141 housing units, averaging 931.6 units per square mile.

2010: 2010 United States Census

The 2010 United States Census recorded Panama City Beach's population at 12,018.

2010: 2010 United States Census - Population and Housing Data

The 2010 United States Census revealed that Panama City Beach had a population of 12,018 individuals residing in 5,149 households.

2010: 2010 Age and Gender Demographics

The median age in Panama City Beach in 2010 was 40.9 years. The population's age distribution showed 18.0% under 18, 10.3% between 18 and 24, 27.2% from 25 to 44, 29.0% from 45 to 64, and 15.5% aged 65 or older. The gender ratio was nearly balanced.

2015: Panama City Beach Pirates Soccer Team Disbanded

The Panama City Beach Pirates soccer team ceased operations in 2015.

October 10, 2018: Hurricane Michael Devastates Bay County

Hurricane Michael, a Category 5 hurricane, made landfall near Mexico Beach on October 10, 2018, causing widespread destruction in Bay County, including Panama City Beach.

2020: 2020 United States Census - Household and Family Statistics

According to the 2020 United States census, Panama City Beach was home to 5,538 households and 3,440 families.

2020: 2020 United States Census

The 2020 United States Census reported that Panama City Beach had a population of 18,094, a significant increase from the 12,018 residents counted in 2010.