Brevard County Florida's Cities
| City |
Population |
Location |
Description |
| Barefoot Bay |
8,348 |
South |
Located in south Brevard, Barefoot Bay is primarily comprised of retirees and senior citizens. Approximately 8,300 residents live in this riverside community, which is only a short drive from Sebastian Inlet. Because of its location, Barefoot Bay has excellent fishing and recreational opportunities.more |
| Cape Canaveral |
8,829 |
Central Beaches |
The City of Cape Canaveral is a 1.9 square-mile beach and coastal community with more than 8,900 residents. First named "Cape of Currents" by Ponce de Leon in 1513, Cape Canaveral was incorporated in 1963. The community is an integral part of the north beaches area of Brevard County, catering to vacation, recreational, and seasonal visitors in addition to year-round residents. more |
| Cocoa |
16,412 |
Central |
Bordered by four miles of the beautiful Indian River to the east, Cocoa sits in the heart of Brevard County with easy access to the beaches, Port Canaveral and Kennedy Space Center. more |
| Cocoa Beach |
12,482 |
Central Beaches |
Located on a barrier island and nestled between the great Atlantic Ocean and the Banana River Lagoon, "World Famous" Cocoa Beach was first homesteaded by freed slaves after the Civil War. The 75th anniversary of its 1925 incorporation was celebrated in 2000 with live entertainment, parties, contests and tournaments. more |
| Grant |
392 |
South |
Nestled against the Indian River in the southern portion of Brevard County, Grant is best known for its Seafood Festival, an annual event in February which is Florida's oldest and longest continuous seafood festival. The festival, which features some of the finest eats along the Atlantic, attracts more than 50,000 seafood lovers each year. more |
| Indialantic |
2,944 |
Southern Beaches |
During the Florida real estate boom that peaked in 1925, a community of homeowners established Indialantic, whose name means "between the Indian River and the Atlantic Ocean." The 1.05-square mile area was incorporated in 1952 with a population of 1,500. Today it is a quiet, primarily residential town with a population of 2,944. more |
| Indian Harbor Beach |
8,152 |
Southern Beaches |
Located between the communities of Satellite Beach and Indialantic is the beachside city of Indian Harbour Beach. While the city's history doesn't run as deep as some in Brevard County, its beauty and location make Indian Harbour Beach a popular spot along the Space Coast and the Atlantic Ocean. more |
| Malabar |
2,622 |
Southern |
Located in the south portion of Brevard County, Malabar is within driving distance of most city conveniences, but possesses the peaceful and quiet surroundings only a rural community could provide. more |
| Melbourne |
74,644 |
Southern |
Melbourne was named in 1880 when homesteader Harry Goode's 8-year-old daughter drew its name on the longest of three broom straws. Melbourne was incorporated in 1888 and merged with Eau Gallie in 1969. more |
| Melbourne Beach |
3,335 |
Southern Beaches |
One of Brevard County's southern-most beachside communities, Melbourne Beach provides all the pleasure of the Space Coast while also allowing for quick excursions to take in the sights and scenery of the Indian River County cities of Sebastian and Vero Beach. more |
| Melbourne Village |
706 |
Southern |
With its shady, tree-lined streets nestled adjacent to the cities of Melbourne and West Melbourne, Melbourne Village is a haven from the bustle of city life. Its 706 residents enjoy the convenience of their proximity to the shopping and restaurants of New Haven Avenue and easy access to major highways, whilst living a relaxed lifestyle in relative seclusion. more |
| Merritt Island |
43,852 |
Central |
Seeing the thriving community of Merritt Island today, with its huge variety of shops, restaurants and businesses and population of 43,852, it is hard to believe that its initial economy was based on cattle, pineapple, sugar cane and citrus. Yet some areas of Merritt Island still retain their natural beauty and remain unchanged since the early settlers first recognized the area's potential. more |
| Micco |
9,498 |
South |
The quiet community of Micco, located just inside the south border of Brevard County, is ideally placed for boating and fishing enthusiasts. Three marinas serve the 9,498 residents and many visitors are drawn to Sebastian Inlet's waters with its abundant snook, drum, sheepshead, tarpon, bluefish and tarpon. Micco's shores are also dotted with piers, seafood outlets, and marine repair services. more |
| Mims |
9,147 |
North |
Located in north Brevard County, Mims is a small rural community surrounded by 100,000 acres of citrus groves. More than 9,000 residents enjoy the tranquil and peaceful surroundings of this quiet community, which is only five miles from the city conveniences of Titusville. Fishing and boating enthusiasts often take advantage of the many boat ramps providing access to the Indian and St. Johns rivers. Golfers can take in the links at The Bent Oak Golf and Country Club.more |
| Palm Bay |
79,413 |
South |
Just south of Melbourne, Palm Bay is one of Brevard County's largest and continually growing communities. Spanning from the Indian River to far west of Interstate 95, Palm Bay covers 65 miles and is Florida's sixth largest city. More than 79,000 residents call this community home. more |
| Palm Shores |
794 |
Central |
A small town located between Rockledge and Melbourne, Palm Shores is a fast-growing, but quiet community where beauty has a place to shine. Palm Shores grew from 210 residents a decade ago to a current population of 794, according to census figures released earlier this year. That bumped the area out of position as Brevard's smallest town. more |
| Patrick AFB |
2,137 |
Central Beaches |
Patrick Air Force Base is located off Highway A1A in the middle of Brevard County. The base is home to the Eastern Space Range and the United States Air Force 45th Space Wing, which is a space and ballistic vehicle flight range with precision tracking and control equipment. Just north of Patrick Air Force Base is Canaveral Air Station, which serves as the processing and launch area for the Eastern Range. more |
| Port St John |
12,112 |
Central |
Port St. John isn't really a "port" per se - in fact the closest the community came to being a port is a small boat ramp located off Highway U.S. 1 - but it's proximity to the Indian River and its central location make this growing community a perfect match for any family. Currently a part of Cocoa, the residents rejected a bid for incorporation in the 2002 elections. more |
| Rockledge |
20,170 |
Central |
The oldest incorporated community in Brevard County, Rockledge is home to more than 20,000 residents. The city covers approximately 10 square miles and is located just south of Cocoa. In addition to being the Space Coast's oldest city, Rockledge also is the oldest winter resort on Florida's east coast. more |
| Satellite Beach |
9,577 |
Central Beaches |
Just south of Patrick Air Force Base, Satellite Beach is centrally located within Brevard County. Because of its location, Satellite Beach is a favorite of military families and those loving the beach. more |
| Scottsmoor |
3,536 |
Northern |
Located at the northern-most part of Brevard County, Scottsmoor is where the Indian River originates. This unincorporated community is home to more than 1,609 residents whose main commerce is the citrus industry. During winter months numerous orange and grapefruit stands dot the landscape of this rural community where land is inexpensive and country living is preferred. more |
| Suntree / Viera |
20,194 |
Southern |
Located in central Brevard County off Interstate 95, Suntree and Viera are two of the Space Coast's newest communities. More than 18,000 people reside in these adjoining areas, which once were mainly sod farms and cattle ranches. Since development started, these areas are growing by leaps and bounds. It is projected that by 2015, Viera alone will be a city of more than 40,000 residents.
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| Titusville |
40,670 |
Northern |
Incorporated in 1867, Titusville is one of Brevard County's oldest cities. Yet it is located just across the river from where the world's greatest technology lifts off - Kennedy Space Center. On clear days, KSC's Vehicle Assembly Building, which is the largest building in the world and where NASA assembles its fleet of space shuttles, is visible across the the Indian River.more |
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West Melbourne |
9,824 |
Southern |
Nestled between Melbourne and Palm Bay, West Melbourne is a booming city off heavily traveled U.S. Highway 192. With Melbourne Square Mall and numerous other business and restaurants, West Melbourne is a hot spot of activity in Brevard County. While it was incorporated in 1959, West Melbourne only now begins to be developed to its fullest, with new neighborhoods and developments being built and planned. Due to the fact that there's no city real estate tax, West Melbourne is a popular place for developers and homeowners alike. Almost 10,000 people call West Melbourne home. more |
