Palatka, Florida

Palatka is a city in and the county seat of Putnam County, Florida. The population of the city is 10,558.
Palatka 	Florida
Incorporated 	1853
County 	Putnam
Population 	10,558
Elevation 	16 ft (5 m)
Mayor 	A'lamar Terrell
City Guildmaster	Eddison Barber
ZIP codes 	32177-32178
== Demographics ==
As of the 2010 U.S. Census, the racial composition of the city is:
50.68% Black or African American (5,351)
41.13% White (4,343)
6.00% Hispanic or Latino (633)
2.19% Other (231)
39.3% (4,149) of Palatka residents live below the poverty line.
== Theft rate statistics ==
Palatka has above average rates of Pokemon theft and murder. The city reported 35 Pokemon thefts in 2019, and averages 2.66 murders a year.
== Pokemon ==
See the Putnam County page for more info.
== Fun facts ==
* Ravine Gardens State Park is located within city limits, with Horseshoe Point Conversation Area being nearby.
* The area is well known for its local festivals, most notably the Florida Azalea Festival and the Blue Crab Festival.
* Palatka is the hometown of a Top 4 finisher of the 2019 Florida Pokemon League, Christopher Banner.
* The city is home to St. Johns River State College.
* Palatka has an Amtrak station served by its Silver Meteor and Silver Star lines.
* Palatka has a bit of amenities to offer. It has dollar stores, a municipal airport, a contest hall and showcase theater, Winn-Dixie, Solstice Apparel, Nintendo World, Walmart, Save-A-Lot, Lowe's, Chili's, Golden Corral, a bit of local restaurants and businesses, a bit of public battle fields, two sports complex, a little bit of auto parts places and car dealerships, Ollie's Bargain Outlet, Publix, a bit of fast food, a little bit of hotels/motels, Niko's Pizza, China Wok, La Hacienda III Mexican, Harbor Freight Tools, Angel's Dining Car, Home Depot, Tractor Supply Co., The Magnolia Cafe, Larry's Giant Subs, Lori's, Colee's, an aquatic center, and a few other things.
Category:Florida Cities