Palmetta, Montverde

Palmetta is an unincorporated community located in central Emerson County, Montverde. The population was 1,094 at the 2016 census.

History
The Palmetta area was originally a series of cattle farms, but the land was then sold to MG Homes. Palmetta, however, is not a master planned community, but only developed by MG Homes.

Geography
According to the Union Census Bureau, the place has a total area of 1.02 square miles, of which, all 1.02 square miles are land.

Demographics
As of the census of 2016, there were 1,094 people, and 317 households residing in the town. The population density was 1,072 inhabitants per square mile. The racial makeup of the town was 83.7% White, 4.0% African American, 0.3% Native American, 10.6% Asian, 0.5% from other races, and 0.8% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 2.2% of the population.

Government
The area is not incorporated and thus falls under county rule. Most municipal services are provided by neighboring towns, like San Claro, Fair Oaks, and Emerson.

Schools
The nearest schools to Palmetta Include:
 * Emerson Primary School
 * San Claro Primary School
 * Emerson High School
 * San Claro High School