Fort Walton Beach

A friendly community, with beautiful scenery and warm water.

Welcome to Fort Walton Beach

Fort Walton Beach, tucked between Pensacola and Panama City on the beautiful Gulf Coast, is home to several Gulf attractions, including museums, parks and aquariums. The community is friendly, the scenery is beautiful, and the water is warm – and that means Fort Walton Beach may be the perfect place for you to call home, whether you’re looking for a vacation getaway or a year-round place to put down your roots. It’s located at the junction of the Santa Rosa Sound and Choctawhatchee Bay, and since its establishment in 1953, it’s been a thriving community that’s grown considerably in the past few decades.

The homes for sale in Fort Walton Beach run the entire architectural spectrum. You’ll find high-rise condos with sweeping views of the beaches and ocean, single-family homes and spacious, sprawling estates. Home prices vary widely here, with inland properties available in the low- to mid-$200s and beach and channel properties topping $1 million.

Dining, Shopping, and Entertainment in Fort Walton Beach

You’ll find something for every palate in Fort Walton Beach, ranging from fast and fresh restaurants to five-star dining experiences. There are also several shopping plazas and locally owned shops in the city, Uptown Station, the Shops at Wright Plaza and the Santa Rosa Mall are all here, as are The Shoppes at Paradise Pointe, Beal Commons Shopping Center, and the White Sands Shopping Center. Close to Eglin Air Force Base (the largest Air Force base in the U.S.), Fort Walton Beach is home to the Air Force Armament Museum, the Indian Temple Mount Museum (which contains artifacts from as long ago as 14,000 BCE), and Heritage Park – a conglomeration of museums that celebrate the area and its history.

Public Parks and Recreation in Fort Walton Beach

You’ll find something for every palate in Fort Walton Beach, ranging from fast and fresh restaurants to five-star dining experiences. There are also several shopping plazas and locally owned shops in the city. Uptown Station, the Shops at Wright Plaza, and the Santa Rosa Mall are all here, as are The Shoppes at Paradise Pointe, Beal Commons Shopping Center, and the White Sands Shopping Center. Close to Eglin Air Force Base (the largest Air Force base in the U.S.), Fort Walton Beach is home to the Air Force Armament Museum, the Indian Temple Mount Museum (which contains artifacts from as long ago as 14,000 BCE), and Heritage Park – a conglomeration of museums that celebrate the area and its history.

Find Fort Walton Beach Homes for Sale With an Area Expert Today

When you’re ready to explore the Fort Walton Beach real estate market, we’re here to help.

Call us at (850) 225-4538, or if it’s easier, contact us online to tell us what you want from your next home. We’ll start searching right away.

Search Homes

Overview for Fort Walton Beach, FL

58,731 people live in Fort Walton Beach, where the median age is 37.5 and the average individual income is $38,517.489. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau.

58,731

Total Population

37.5 years

Median Age

High

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

$38,517.489

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.

1

Car-Dependent

Walking Score

29

Somewhat Bikeable

Bike Score

Points of Interest

Explore popular things to do in the area, including Plant Based Wellness Con Sabor, 2 Bros & A Chick, and Just Think Cake.

Name	Category	Distance	Reviews	Ratings by Yelp
Visit the Plant Based Wellness Con Sabor page on Yelp Search 400 Eglin Pkwy NE on Google Maps	Dining	3.75 miles	5 reviews	5/5 stars
Visit the 2 Bros & A Chick page on Yelp Search 701 Beal Pwky on Google Maps	Dining	2.3 miles	5 reviews	5/5 stars
Visit the Just Think Cake page on Yelp Search 2 David St on Google Maps	Dining	3.33 miles	10 reviews	5/5 stars
Visit the Beaches BBQ page on Yelp Search 1130 Eglin Pkwy on Google Maps	Dining	4.7 miles	6 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 Brazilian FX Waxing page on Yelp Search 4 Holmes Blvd NW on Google Maps	Beauty	4.08 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 Rakish Fellow page on Yelp Search 73 Eglin Pkwy NE on Google Maps	Beauty	4.51 miles	20 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	15 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 The Winfield Spa page on Yelp Search 7 Winfield Way on Google Maps	Beauty	3.98 miles	6 reviews	5/5 stars
Visit the Snow Lotus Massage page on Yelp Search 5 E Lane Dr on Google Maps	Beauty	3.91 miles	5 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	9 reviews	5/5 stars
Visit the Spiritual Massage page on Yelp Search 924 Meadow Ln on Google Maps	Beauty	0.66 miles	5 reviews	5/5 stars

Demographics and Employment Data for Fort Walton Beach, FL

Population Households Employment

Fort Walton Beach has 24,822 households, with an average household size of 4.65. 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. 58,731 people call Fort Walton Beach home. The population density is 1,500.237 and the largest age group is Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau.

58,731

Total Population

High

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

37.54118097767789

Median Age

50.97 / 49.03%

Men vs Women

Population by Age Group

0-9:

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

24,822

Total Households

4.65

Average Household Size

$38,517.489

Average individual Income

Households with Children

With Children:

Without Children:

Marital Status

Married

Single

Divorced

Separated

Blue vs White Collar Workers

Blue Collar:

White Collar:

Commute Time

0 to 14 Minutes

15 to 29 Minutes

30 to 59 Minutes

60+ Minutes

Schools in Fort Walton Beach, FL

All ()

Primary Schools ()

Middle Schools ()

High Schools ()

Mixed Schools ()

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.

Type

Name

CONTACT

ADDRESS

Leave a Message

Thank you for your message. We will be in touch with you shortly.

Fort Walton Beach

Welcome to Fort Walton Beach

Dining, Shopping, and Entertainment in Fort Walton Beach

Public Parks and Recreation in Fort Walton Beach

Find Fort Walton Beach Homes for Sale With an Area Expert Today

Property Listings