Cocoa Beach
Every community in the country has unique characteristics all
its own and Cocoa Beach is no exception. Nestled between the Space Complexes of the
Kennedy Space Center and Cape Canaveral to the north and Patrick Air Force Base to the
south, Cocoa Beach has been shaped by its association with the Space Program. Going back
to the 1920's when it was a sleepy isolated beach community through the years when the first
astronauts trained and relaxed in the area, the small community has developed into a unique
blend of residential, retirement, retail and tourist segments. While these segments demonstrate
the diversity of the community, all the people share an interest in the great outdoors in a
tropical locale, in showcasing and protecting the environment and its wildlife and in sharing the quality
of life that comes from excellent schools, responsible businesses and well-maintained parks and
public facilities.
A couple facts about Cocoa Beach. Cocoa Beach has a range
of people livng there. The average number of residence is around 13,000. The age of residency varies,
but more than 50% are between the ages of 25 and 60. Cocoa Beach's surrounding areas include titusville
to the north, Melbourne to the south, and is located directly on the Indian River Lagoon. Cocoa
Beach is located directly in the middle of the Space Coast region, near Cape Canveral and vero
beaches. Cocoa beach slowly developed through the development of the Naval Air Force base. Many first
time residence came from the base, either as employees or officers at the base.
