I have previously lived in Panama City for about a decade and this is quite accurate. I grew up in NW Florida and came from a small town of less than 6k people. The "locals" in PCB are few and far between as most of the people working on the beach don't actually live there. They often live in town or even on the outskirts, and many of them don't even have a car and rely on public transit. And speaking of public transit, or lack there of, it's no question you definitely need a car to live in NW Florida, which can be a big con for some. When there are no safe and efficient alternatives to driving (walking, cycling and public transit), traffic is bound to be inevitable. Cities can add more lanes all they want, but that won't fix traffic overtime, especially as cities continue to grow. That's a textbook example of induced demand. Don't get me wrong. NW Florida is a beautiful area. But I prefer to live in dense walkable cities with strong public transit, that way I can easily live car-free. I like cars, but they're expensive to maintain nowadays.
PCB is one of my favorite places to visit, and I thought about relocating, at least for a few years to try beach life full-time. I just turned 36, so this was helpful.
I want to move there so bad!!! I’ve been there and loved it all! coming back this summer! would love to get a hold of you and chat!!! thank you for the great videos!
Thanks for reaching out yesterday! I always love hearing from people near my hometown. And if you think of any more questions, I’m always here to help.
I would like to know about the schools. I have one entering middle school, high school, and college. Also, what is the minimum pay and how does renting or buying look like for low income families wanting to move there?
Hey! Comparing it to where I’m from, schools in Panama City Beach are great. Kids in high school have a wide selection of AP classes to take. While I was working on the navy base as an engineer, I volunteered to be a mentor for a high school engineering class. I was really impressed at what the kids were learning. The kids were using and proficient in computer aided design software, which I didn’t know existed until my first year of college. Outside of PCB, I think Lynn Haven and South Walton have the best schools. I would recommend doing some research on websites like great schools and niche. Minimum wage is set to increase to $12 at the end of September 2023. Rent and home prices in Panama City beach are very high. It seems the most affordable houses are over in Panama City. Let me know if there’s anything I can do to be of help!
I'm thinking about moving my family to Panama City. Would you recommend living in Panama City or Panama City Beach? What are the pros and cons of each? And how would you compare the Panama City/Panama City Beach area vs the Pensacola/Navarre area? I may be able to get a job in either area.
Hey! I prefer Panama City Beach, but that’s because I love going to the beach. If you aren’t as big on beach days, then you will definitely find better priced housing in Panama City. One area I really like is Lynn Haven. Pros of Panama City Beach -close to the beach, growing, and close to the airport. Pros of Panama City-cheaper housing and not as much tourist traffic. Pensacola feels like a much bigger city than Panama City/Panama City Beach. Navarre is much smaller. There’s a section of beach between Navarre and Pensacola Beach where there isn’t any buildings at all. It’s very cool to drive through. Text me with any other questions-850-660-7975.
I'm moving there soon. I love the food at sharkys , Barefoot grill. My favorite place is the Beach. Panama's a beautiful place. 😊 my boyfriend and I are in our 40s
I like living here. Pros-beautiful beach-Locals-night life. Cons-traffic-constant tourists-constant road work-infrastructure can't handle the amount of traffic/people. Cost of living. Homeowners insurance is extremely expensive-property tax not bad. That being said nowhere is perfect and I don't know where I would rather be.
I completely agree with you. To me the pros definitely outweigh the cons. Homeowners insurance is getting out of hand on older properties, but like you said taxes are relatively low. If you ever need anything, shoot me a text! -Marc, 850-660-7975 | PCBproperty.com
me and my partner and looking at moving to PCB in the next 6 months. Does worry me that about finding community there as we are both in our 30s and like to socialise a lot but hopefully we make some friends
I’m sure you’ll be able to find your group! If you like going out to bars, I’d recommend living on the east end of Panama City Beach or near Historic St. Andrews. Feel free to text me at 850-660-7975 if you have any more questions about the area.
Hey Harry! To me, as more people move to the area, the door opens for improved community infrastructure. Panama City Beach is constantly improving roadways to keep up with the increased traffic with examples like Philip Griffitts Sr Parkway, the HWY 79 roundabout, and the planned expansion of 98. Another result of the housing explosion is a much needed hospital and medical campus being put in on 79.
Hey Muriel! Personally, I think Panama City Beach and the surrounding around is welcoming to everyone. I wouldn’t necessarily say that we are culturally diverse like a bigger city would be. This link below has a breakdown of some population facts for the county in which Panama City Beach resides. www.census.gov/quickfacts/fact/table/baycountyflorida,panamacitycityflorida/PST045222
Oh no way! I definitely miss the fall and spring time up in Virginia. The leaves changing colors was always beautiful. But it’s hard to beat the sunsets down here!
I have never felt unsafe here. I feel like the majority of the crimes committed in Panama City Beach revolve around drunk tourists (PCB attracting approximately 4.5 million visitors each year). I think, like most cities, there may be pockets that can feel sketchy or a little less safe than others. Looking at websites like niche.com might be helpful to look at.
Most of the crime came from tourists during Spring Break and summer. There's recently been some shootings over there. The suspects came from out of town.
Well done! You would make a very good tour guide and I appreciate your videos showing us the water activities like scuba diving, fishing, and how nice the ocean and beach is. Thanks and make more your good at this! What sort of jobs or work can be found there? Is gas affordable or ridiculously expensive like California?
Thanks so much! Gas is about $3.50 right now. For jobs we have a huge tourism industry and a large military presence, between the Naval Surface Warfare Center and Tyndall Air Force Base.
Love that you added in church is a great outreach! God Bless!
I have previously lived in Panama City for about a decade and this is quite accurate. I grew up in NW Florida and came from a small town of less than 6k people.
The "locals" in PCB are few and far between as most of the people working on the beach don't actually live there. They often live in town or even on the outskirts, and many of them don't even have a car and rely on public transit.
And speaking of public transit, or lack there of, it's no question you definitely need a car to live in NW Florida, which can be a big con for some. When there are no safe and efficient alternatives to driving (walking, cycling and public transit), traffic is bound to be inevitable.
Cities can add more lanes all they want, but that won't fix traffic overtime, especially as cities continue to grow. That's a textbook example of induced demand.
Don't get me wrong. NW Florida is a beautiful area. But I prefer to live in dense walkable cities with strong public transit, that way I can easily live car-free. I like cars, but they're expensive to maintain nowadays.
Thanks for watching Willie! What town did you grown up in?
And I completely agree with you. I’d love if there were some alternatives to driving.
@@marcmillerpcb Defuniak Springs.
Nice! By any chance do you know the Myricks? I go to church/play basketball with Collin, who runs Defuniak Springs Family Dental.
@@marcmillerpcb I don't recall, but that's awesome!
Good video! Thank you.
PCB is one of my favorite places to visit, and I thought about relocating, at least for a few years to try beach life full-time. I just turned 36, so this was helpful.
Lance, love to hear it was helpful! If you ever want to chat, feel free to call or text me at 850-890-3432.
Awesome video! PCB is paradise!
Thanks man! And you are absolutely right!
If you ever decide to move down and need help buying a place, reach out to me!
I appreciate the balanced perspective, thanks
Thanks for watching!
I want to move there so bad!!! I’ve been there and loved it all! coming back this summer! would love to get a hold of you and chat!!! thank you for the great videos!
Hey Malia! Thanks so much! Feel free to call or text anytime! My cell is 850-660-7975
Hey just spoke with you Bro Great video and will be looking into relocating to Panama City soon from VA
Thanks for reaching out yesterday! I always love hearing from people near my hometown. And if you think of any more questions, I’m always here to help.
I am from virginia and going to move to panama soon
@@janiceva1 Definitely reach out to me! I'd love to help you buy a place down here, or help you find a rental. Call or text me anytime . 850-890-3432
We’ll be over in October and would love to connect & look at some condos, houses, commercial spaces!
Would love to check out some places with you! Send me a text at 850-660-7975 with your search criteria. I’ll start sending you some properties!
I would like to know about the schools. I have one entering middle school, high school, and college. Also, what is the minimum pay and how does renting or buying look like for low income families wanting to move there?
Hey! Comparing it to where I’m from, schools in Panama City Beach are great. Kids in high school have a wide selection of AP classes to take. While I was working on the navy base as an engineer, I volunteered to be a mentor for a high school engineering class. I was really impressed at what the kids were learning. The kids were using and proficient in computer aided design software, which I didn’t know existed until my first year of college.
Outside of PCB, I think Lynn Haven and South Walton have the best schools.
I would recommend doing some research on websites like great schools and niche.
Minimum wage is set to increase to $12 at the end of September 2023. Rent and home prices in Panama City beach are very high. It seems the most affordable houses are over in Panama City.
Let me know if there’s anything I can do to be of help!
@livinginpanamacitybeach5403 thank you very much 💛
Happy to help! Feel free to reach out any time!
I'm thinking about moving my family to Panama City. Would you recommend living in Panama City or Panama City Beach? What are the pros and cons of each? And how would you compare the Panama City/Panama City Beach area vs the Pensacola/Navarre area? I may be able to get a job in either area.
Hey! I prefer Panama City Beach, but that’s because I love going to the beach. If you aren’t as big on beach days, then you will definitely find better priced housing in Panama City. One area I really like is Lynn Haven.
Pros of Panama City Beach -close to the beach, growing, and close to the airport.
Pros of Panama City-cheaper housing and not as much tourist traffic.
Pensacola feels like a much bigger city than Panama City/Panama City Beach. Navarre is much smaller. There’s a section of beach between Navarre and Pensacola Beach where there isn’t any buildings at all. It’s very cool to drive through.
Text me with any other questions-850-660-7975.
this video convinced me to move down there after i'm done with college
That’s awesome! What’s your major? If you wanted to test the waters, I’m sure you could find a summer internship somewhere.
@@marcmillerpcb i major in marine biology
Nice! You should check out Gulf World. And if you ever do any oceanography work within your major, you might be able to find a place on the Navy Base.
I'm moving there soon. I love the food at sharkys , Barefoot grill. My favorite place is the Beach. Panama's a beautiful place. 😊 my boyfriend and I are in our 40s
That’s awesome!! If guys need help finding a place to buy/rent, reach out to me! My cell is (850) 890-3432.
Would love to move to the destin/Fort Walton area.
Hey Kevin! If you ever decide to make the move, reach out to me. We have agents in our office that service those areas.
Do you have a good pie shop there or do you need one? Thanks
We had a buttermilk sky pie shop in Pier Park for about a year or two, but it ended up closing down.
I like living here. Pros-beautiful beach-Locals-night life. Cons-traffic-constant tourists-constant road work-infrastructure can't handle the amount of traffic/people. Cost of living. Homeowners insurance is extremely expensive-property tax not bad. That being said nowhere is perfect and I don't know where I would rather be.
I completely agree with you. To me the pros definitely outweigh the cons. Homeowners insurance is getting out of hand on older properties, but like you said taxes are relatively low. If you ever need anything, shoot me a text!
-Marc, 850-660-7975 | PCBproperty.com
Great video! We should meet and talk real estate
Absolutely! Shoot me a text at (850) 890-3432.
me and my partner and looking at moving to PCB in the next 6 months. Does worry me that about finding community there as we are both in our 30s and like to socialise a lot but hopefully we make some friends
I’m sure you’ll be able to find your group! If you like going out to bars, I’d recommend living on the east end of Panama City Beach or near Historic St. Andrews. Feel free to text me at 850-660-7975 if you have any more questions about the area.
@@marcmillerpcb thanks a lot Marc. Appreciated. We're moving from the UK so pretty big change for us
Shoot! That’s a huge move!! What’s bringing you to the area?
The winter and fall is the best time to go, the tourists, and ppl are ridiculous
I agree. I love the weather and sunsets in October
Hello, are you in real estate?
Hey Susan, I am! If you need help with anything, feel free to call or text me at (850) 890-3432.
How is a housing explosion a good thing, when their is already gridlock.
Hey Harry! To me, as more people move to the area, the door opens for improved community infrastructure. Panama City Beach is constantly improving roadways to keep up with the increased traffic with examples like Philip Griffitts Sr Parkway, the HWY 79 roundabout, and the planned expansion of 98. Another result of the housing explosion is a much needed hospital and medical campus being put in on 79.
Is this place culturally diverse and welcoming to Blacks and Spanish ?
Hey Muriel! Personally, I think Panama City Beach and the surrounding around is welcoming to everyone. I wouldn’t necessarily say that we are culturally diverse like a bigger city would be. This link below has a breakdown of some population facts for the county in which Panama City Beach resides.
www.census.gov/quickfacts/fact/table/baycountyflorida,panamacitycityflorida/PST045222
I am from Chesapeake virginia
Oh no way! I definitely miss the fall and spring time up in Virginia. The leaves changing colors was always beautiful. But it’s hard to beat the sunsets down here!
Hey I’m a 100 percent disabled veteran moving down there in the next couple months
Thank you for your service! If there’s anything I can do to help, or if you have any questions about the area, feel free to text me at 850-660-7975
It's been a year. Hopefully you're living your dream.
Lol, as soon as you get away from the beach, half the city uses meth as a freaking table condiment 😅
how’s crime ??
I have never felt unsafe here. I feel like the majority of the crimes committed in Panama City Beach revolve around drunk tourists (PCB attracting approximately 4.5 million visitors each year). I think, like most cities, there may be pockets that can feel sketchy or a little less safe than others.
Looking at websites like niche.com might be helpful to look at.
Most of the crime came from tourists during Spring Break and summer. There's recently been some shootings over there. The suspects came from out of town.
Well done! You would make a very good tour guide and I appreciate your videos showing us the water activities like scuba diving, fishing, and how nice the ocean and beach is. Thanks and make more your good at this! What sort of jobs or work can be found there? Is gas affordable or ridiculously expensive like California?
Thanks so much!
Gas is about $3.50 right now. For jobs we have a huge tourism industry and a large military presence, between the Naval Surface Warfare Center and Tyndall Air Force Base.